Delano Wurz
May 26, 1940 ~ February 21, 2013
Served by: Luce, Luze & Reck Funeral Homes
Delano David Wurz, 72, of Miller, died Thursday, February 21, 2013 at his home in Miller. Visitation was from 5-7 Sunday February 24 with a 7 p.m. prayer service all at Rembold Funeral Home in St. Lawrence. Funeral service were 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 25 at the Mt. Olivet Church in Huron. Burial will followed at Ideal Cemetery.
Delano David Wurz was born on May 26, 1940 in Huron, South Dakota to Justina (Jessie) Walter-Wurz and David Wurz. Del attended a rural school in Doland and graduated from Huron College with a degree in Education in May of 1960.
A few short months later on August 26, 1960, Del married the love of his life, Carol Jean Tschetter at Mount Olivet Church in Huron, where they resided for the next few years. They welcomed their one and only child, Tamera (Tammy) Dawn, on January 4, 1962 and moved to Miller, South Dakota and have been there ever since.
Del taught Middle School in Miller for many years. In addition to teaching, Del was also an assistant wrestling and basketball coach. After years of teaching, Del became an agent for the American Family Insurance company in Miller. Del and Carol, the office secretary, created a very trustable and successful insurance company in rural South Dakota and have received many awards and recognitions for their work.
Del and Carol shared 52 joyous years together. Some of their most enjoyable times were in watching their daughter grow up, getting married, and then raising a family of her own. They enjoyed spending quality time with their 4 grandkids, traveling, gardening, and camping. Some of Del's personal hobbies were woodworking and fishing. Del loved nothing more than taking Carol out for an afternoon drive.
He is survived by his wife, Carol of Miller; daughter, Tammy (John) Barnes of Huron; 4 Grandchildren, Brett (Jennifer) Barnes of Mitchell, SD, Jackie (Mike) Freeman of Sherwood, AR, Jessica Barnes of Gladstone, MO, & Bryan Barnes of Mitchell, SD; 3 Great Grandchildren; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and many many friends.
Del was preceded in death by his parents, David & Jessie Wurz.
Delano David Wurz was born on May 26, 1940 in Huron, South Dakota to Justina (Jessie) Walter-Wurz and David Wurz. Del attended a rural school in Doland and graduated from Huron College with a degree in Education in May of 1960.
A few short months later on August 26, 1960, Del married the love of his life, Carol Jean Tschetter at Mount Olivet Church in Huron, where they resided for the next few years. They welcomed their one and only child, Tamera (Tammy) Dawn, on January 4, 1962 and moved to Miller, South Dakota and have been there ever since.
Del taught Middle School in Miller for many years. In addition to teaching, Del was also an assistant wrestling and basketball coach. After years of teaching, Del became an agent for the American Family Insurance company in Miller. Del and Carol, the office secretary, created a very trustable and successful insurance company in rural South Dakota and have received many awards and recognitions for their work.
Del and Carol shared 52 joyous years together. Some of their most enjoyable times were in watching their daughter grow up, getting married, and then raising a family of her own. They enjoyed spending quality time with their 4 grandkids, traveling, gardening, and camping. Some of Del's personal hobbies were woodworking and fishing. Del loved nothing more than taking Carol out for an afternoon drive.
He is survived by his wife, Carol of Miller; daughter, Tammy (John) Barnes of Huron; 4 Grandchildren, Brett (Jennifer) Barnes of Mitchell, SD, Jackie (Mike) Freeman of Sherwood, AR, Jessica Barnes of Gladstone, MO, & Bryan Barnes of Mitchell, SD; 3 Great Grandchildren; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and many many friends.
Del was preceded in death by his parents, David & Jessie Wurz.
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Carol & Family
We were shocked to hear the news Friday morning about Del. Our family trips were always so fun with you guys, eating, sight seeing, bus trips, whatever it was, Del was always a good sport. We are going to miss his laugh and his company (and stories!). We will keep you in our prayers in the days ahead. Del will leave a hole in our American Family family!!!
Carol & Family – The HHS Class of 1960 extends their sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Carol & Family – We were surprised to open our paper today and read of Del’s death. May the love of God and others surround you and give your peace. We know you have many wonderful memories that will always be with you in your hearts.
Carol, Our prayers are with you and your family. I was sorry to hear that you lost Del. It’s tough any time we lose someone, especially those close to us. I suppose we can only hope that time will heal some of the wound. Cherish the good memories. Dick Kingdon
Carol, so sorry to hear of Delano’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. We are to young for this.
Dear Carol & Family,
Our thoughts and Prayers are
with you in your loss. May the Heavenly Father’s LOving arms surround you and give you comfort and Peace in the days ahead.
Dear Carol and Tami,
Del was always a life of the party. It was always a joy to hear him laugh and tell stories. Del always made me smile and laugh. He enjoyed life and the many trips of adventure he took. Carol and Tami, praying for you in this time of hurt and loss. Love, Darcie
Delano always made me feel so good with his smile and a squeeze on the shoulder whenever I’d see him. He was such a kind man. God bless you Carol!
For Delano and his memory. What a pleasure to have a lifelong friend like Del. He grew up in our Church Community at Doland. He loved to sing, would laugh wholeheartedly and would greet you with enthusiasm. He will be missed but remembered in positive ways. A Friend, Harvey Wollman
I had Mr Wurtz as my Junior High math teacher. He was a wonderful teacher and patient man when it came to me and my difficulty with all math. He was also our insurance agent for years. He will b greatly missed
We are so sorry to hear of Del’s passing. We are out of state and will not be able to attend the services for Del.God Bless and will talk to you when we get home.
RIP Del.
We were so shocked to hear of Del’s passing. He was always a pleasure to be around. If there is anything we can do to help out, please feel free to lets us know. We are only a phone call away.
Love you Carol and pray God’s presence and peace on you at this time.
Carol and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We’ll always remember the fun we had at the 50th Class Reunion Banquet. May God’s Love be with you.
Carol: I have so many precious memories….the first one was when Del was in a high school play and you, Carol, wanted a ride to see Del in the play….so my parents and I played cupid…then the visits to Fresno, so Aunt Annie could visit her special and loving brother, my dad, and where we introduced you to KFC… visiting me at the KFRE-TV studios …. staying with you in 1977 while I was on my way to Pierre to do family history research when I first began my genealogy research…. keeping in touch over the years and talking about family history….and then just a year ago having that precious time at Mt. Olivet Church and later at Les and Delores’ Lake Byron cabin. There was a special bond because I was related to both of you!! I pray, Carol, that the Lord would give you much comfort in the days, weeks, months, and years ahead.
Love you, Les and Roz Pearson
I grew up with Delano and he was a very good friend of mine. Went to Ebenzer Church together and enjoyed Byron Bible Camp as young boys together. Our loss is Heavens gain and he will be missed, his smile was always a welcome to visit with him.
Love and prayers to your Carol and to your family.
So sorry for your loss Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you.Sincerely Charlotte
Carol and Tammy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Dear Carol..Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your husband Del..I remember he was always there at our reunions..God give you strength and peace through this difficult time.
Sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
Dick and Kathy
To the family of Mr. Wurz.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many memories of Mr. Wurz from Jr. High math. he would usually have a joke or two to tell each day. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you Carol. Marla Bertsch
We will miss Del so much as part of our Family but he will always be with us in memory. . His hearty laugh, his genuine smile and his concern for others. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Carol.
Carol & family
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Jim & Corrine
CAROL AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS…OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO TO YOU ALL……
I am so sorry to hear of you passing away. I still remember our Math classes in grade school and how I enjoyed them. You were such a jolly and friendly person and made the people around you remember that life is good!I will miss meeting you on the highway to/from Huron and at the office.
Carol and family, It?s hard to find words at a time like this but please know that you are in our prayers. We don?t also understand why God takes our family members home but someday we will. We learned when David Alen passed away in September, that God does take care of us. He has been there for us many times in the last 5 months. We are praying for each of you. May God Bless All of You and give you strength and peace in the months to come. Susann, Connie, Linda Kleinsasser