Harold Witte
May 22, 1938 ~ August 11, 2007
Harold L. Witte, 69, of Orient passed away Saturday, August 11, 2007 at St. Mary’s Healthcare Center in Pierre.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30a.m. Friday, August 17, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Orient. Burial was in the church cemetery with Military Honors, directed by Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton. A time for fellowship and a luncheon followed the burial. A rosary service was held at 7:00p.m., Thursday, August 16, at the church.
Casketbearers were Lenny Witte, Paul Witte, Brent Witte, Jeff Witte, Brian VanWell and Chad Lindbloom. Honorary Bearers were all of his grandchildren and the Orient Coffee Crew. Reader was Delton Witte. Organist was Joyce Arneson, and ushers were Greg Selting and Jim McGrath.
Harold Witte, the son of Harold Sr. and Alfreda (Bode) Witte, was born on May 22, 1938. He married Mary Ann Vopat on March 5, 1962. To this union, six children were born.
After graduating from Orient High School, Harold joined the Navy. Upon his honorable discharge, Harold returned to the Orient Area. He worked as a farm hand for various families before beginning to farm with his father, and later being joined by his brother Terry. After his retirement from the farm he moved into Orient.
Harold dedicated his life to the family farm and his family. He looked forward to camping and fishing. He was an avid fisherman and received Proud Angler status in SD. Harold was a member of the VFW, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, and the Orient Coffee Club.
His memory lives on with his children: Lori (Steve) Walker (Eric, Kristi, (son Zachary), Michelle, Samantha and Alex) of Pierre, SD, Brenda (Larry) Tebben Jake, Jamie and Julie) of Redfield, SD, Vickie (Sean) Horan (Kelley and Elizabeth) of Pierre, SD, Gerald (Melody) Witte (Lincoln and Madison) of Winner, SD, and Duke (Kim) Witte (Schyler, Arionne, Madalynn and Drake) of Aberdeen, SD.
He is also survived by his siblings Ray (Barb) Witte of Ortley, SD, Ken (Hazel) Witte of Huron, SD, Bill (Sherry) Witte of Gettysburg, SD, Don (Judy) Witte of Aberdeen, SD, Darlene (Ken) VanWell of Hoven, SD and Terry (Carol) Witte of Orient, SD and Beth Witte of Seneca, SD, mother-in-law, Katherine Vopat of Faulkton; sisters-in-law: Barb (Dennis) Lindbloom of Pierre, SD, Sandy (Pat) McGrath of Faulkton, SD and Ellen (Jim) Selting of Eau Claire, WI.
Harold was preceded in death by his wife Mary Ann; parents, Harold and Alfreda; daughter, Mary Ann; grandson, Kyle James; brother, Bob Witte; brother-in-law, Roger Vopat; nephews, Chuck Witte and Chip Lindbloom; nieces, Deann Witte and Julie VanWell and father- in-law Lambert Vopat.
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Duke and Family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Michelle, Alvin and Andrew
Dear Gerald and Family,
May the wonderful memories you have of Harold help you through the difficult times. Please know that we are thinking of all of you during this time and will continue to keep you in our prayers. If there is ANYTHING we can do, please do not hesitate to call. We love you guys! Love, the Hossle’s: Kent, Kristi, Sidney, Landon and Sam
Dear Brenda and family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers through out these difficult days ahead. We are just a phone call away if you need anything.
Dane and Deb Sanger
Brenda and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sorry for your loss.
Although we only met your father, Harold, a few times – he always made us feel welcomed in the circle of the Witte Family.
He will be dearly remembered and our hearts go out to you.
Dear Duke and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly, Lisa, and Sam Witherspoon
Duke, our thoughts are with you and your family. We are very sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Uncle Harold was a wonderful man and will be missed by all. Sorry we couldn’t get home to be with you, but know you are all in our prayers. Marc, Tina, Ryce & Rydge Peterson
Bill and Sherry,
So sorry for your loss. I didn’t
know your brother but I’m sure
he was a wonderful person.
Our love,
Mel and Lana
We miss you Dad! You and Mom are together once again!