Darrell Foreman

darrell foreman

August 18, 1930 ~ November 25, 2014



Darrell Dean Foreman, 84, of Orient, SD, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls surrounded by his family.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 29, 2014 at St. Liborius Catholic Church, Polo with Fathers John Helmueller and Chester Murtha, celebrants. Burial followed at G.A.R. Cemetery, Miller. Visitation was held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 28, 2014 at Reck Funeral Home, Miller followed by a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at St. Liborius Church, Polo.

Darrell Dean was born August 18, 1930 in Faulkton, South Dakota to Frank and Julia (Weiss) Foreman. He grew up in the Orient area, attending Ontario Country School in rural Hand County and Miller High School. On September 14, 1957, he married Stella Lashman in Thorne, North Dakota. Together, they raised three children: Doyle, Sherry, and Sheila. In Darrell’s early years, he farmed on the family farm near Polo. In 1968, he started Foreman Sales which sells and operates buses throughout South Dakota.

Some of Darrell’s favorite hobbies were dancing, playing cards, traveling with his wife and family, hunting, and attending his children and grandchildren's activities and special events. His most treasured moments were those spent with family. He lived his entire life on the family farm near Polo and was a member of St. Liborius Catholic Church in Polo.

His memory will be cherished by his wife, Stella of Orient; son, Doyle (Kay) Foreman of Miller; daughters: Sherry Roth of Sioux Falls and Sheila (Jon Waba) Foreman of Rapid City; grandchildren: Suzanne Roth of San Antonio, TX, Travis (Kassandra) Foreman of Orient, Jennifer Roth of Sioux Falls, Cody Foreman of Madison, Kristina Roth (Jason Jeremiason) of Sioux Falls, and Kayla Foreman of Miller; and great grandchildren: Teagan, Kyler and Kelsa Foreman of Orient.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Julia Foreman; sisters: Evelyn McKown and Marilyn Peterka; brothers-in-law: Darle McKown and Howard Peterka; son-in-law, Kevin Roth; and great granddaughter, Kendree Foreman.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial in his honor will be established.

Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Darrell’s arrangements.

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  1. We are sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Darrell when I was young. We know you have great memories that you will carry with you always. Our sympathy.

  2. Foreman family sorry about Darrell passing ,I have good memories working with Darrell when we needed Busses, our hearts and prayers are with you at this time.

  3. Our deepest sympathies to the family. I have so many wonderful memories of Darrell and his family. Every time I saw Darrell he always had a hug for me and time to chat for a minute or two even if he was busy or on his way somewhere. He will be missed. Hugs to you all.

  4. Mike and Jani Stanczyk says:

    Our deepest sympathies to your family. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

  5. Basil & Kelly Lynn Knebel says:

    Prayers to the Foreman family during this difficult time. I have had the pleasure of being a driver for Foreman buses and am proud of the legacy that Darrell has left. Eternal Rest Grant Unto Him O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. May Darrell rest in peace.

  6. Everrett & Marie Reagle & Family says:

    So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  7. Iann Schreiner-Collins says:

    Stella and family – So sorry to hear of Darrell’s passing. I remember how much fun I had at your home when you hosted the Weiss reunion a few years ago. Altho its probably difficult today to see beyond your sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort each of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  8. Stella, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family, will keep you in my prayers.
    Deb

  9. Leo & Phyllis Falconer says:

    Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

  10. Gerald & Ethel Van Der Vliet says:

    To the family of Darrell, we send our sympathy at this very difficult time. We pray that the Lord will fill you with His love, and hold you in the hollow of His hand. God Bless

  11. To the Foreman Family: Our sympathies are with each and every one for the loss of Darrell. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  12. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this sad time. God must have needed a bus driver in heaven. Hugs to you all.

  13. Debbie and Ross Ramsden says:

    Our condolences Stella Doyle Sheila Sherry and Families You are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time

  14. Our thoughts and prayers are with Stella and the family. If there is anything you need please let us know.

    Craig & Dawn Price and family

  15. My deepest sympathies to all of the Forman family. Take comfort in the knowledge that Darrell is now with our Lord and Savior in heaven and is at peace in the hands of Jesus Christ. Darrell will be missed. God Bless you all!!!!

  16. My heartfelt condolences to Stella, Doyle, Sheila, Sherry and your families. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you all.

  17. Sympathy to all of you at this very hard time. He was always kind and good to me and I appreciated his humor.


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