James Beidler
June 3, 1966 ~ February 21, 2022
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James “Jim” Beidler, 55, of Faulkton, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022 at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital, Aberdeen.
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 25, 2022 at St. Liborius Catholic Church, Polo with Fr. Randy Phillips presiding.
Jim was born on June 3, 1966 in Huron, SD to Mary Ann (Wieseler) and Elwood Beidler. He grew up on a farm south of Orient, SD, and attended St. Liborius and Polo High School, graduating in 1984. Even before finishing high school, Jim began his farming career with his father and brothers. On September 7, 1990, Jim married the love of his life, Diane Koeck in Miller, SD. Jim and Diane farmed south of Orient until they moved to Faulkton in 2006. Jim continued to farm in the area. His drive and passion for farming improvements lead him to become a certified crop advisor. Besides his love of farming, Jim was a “foodie.” He loved brewing a great cup of coffee and finding gadgets to make the best food. He was an avid sports fan of the Faulkton Trojans and Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved to engage in conversations especially with his in-laws, the Koeck boys; his family, and friend, Rick Knecht. “The thing about it is...” Jim loved to talk. But most of all, his family meant more to him than anything else in the world and he was most proud of his children, Courtney and Kurt.
Privileged to have shared in Jim’s life are his wife of 32 years, Diane, Faulkton; two children: Courtney (Austin Dockter), Milbank, SD, and Kurt, Faulkton, SD; mother, Mary Ann Beidler, Faulkton, SD; five siblings: Marilyn (Gary) Campbell, Marvin (Tracy) Beidler, Rick (Susan Baxter) Beidler, Carol (Jason) Poppens, and Brian (Audumn) Beidler; along with many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and cousins; and most recently, his grand puppy, Bandit.
He was preceded in death by his father, Elwood; his in-laws, Francis and Agnes Koeck; maternal grandparents, Albert and Anna Wieseler; paternal grandparents, Robert and Marion Beidler; and niece, Michelle Beidler.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Jim’s arrangements.
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From our family to the loved ones of Jim, our deepest sympathy. Got to know Jim and his brothers through custom chopping. The crew have cut our silage, and did earlage for a number of years. Jim did the windrowing. Good set of guys, their parents raised them well. My husband enjoyed visiting with Jim. He will be missed, a guy taken way to soon. My the arms of our Lord wrap around all at this time, keeping all close. The Beidler Family are in our prayers and thought. May Jim rest in peace. Garry, Lena Bultje and Sons.
Our most heartfelt condolences to all of Jim's family. Jim was a great man, friend, and neighbor and will be missed by all who knew him. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all!
Sincere sympathy to Diane and all of Jim’s family, my prayers are with you.
Sorry to hear about Jim. Prayers to Diane and family 🙏🙏🙏
To Rick, and all of Jims family, keeping you in thoughts and prayers.
He was to young,and gone to soon.
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of Jim. May our thoughts and prayers bring you comfort and peace. In Deepest Sympathy,
IM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JAMES MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH DOUR FAMILY
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and in the days ahead! We are saddened to hear of the loss of your husband & father and send our deepest sympathy.
Our thoughts and prayers are going out to Courtney and her family in the loss of their loved one.
Our deepest sympathies to you, Diane and your family. Those who live within our hearts will never be lost to us. Wishing you all courage, strength and most of all, peace during this time of mourning.
sending many prayers your way
My deepest sympathies to all.
Dora (Weideman) Prasek