Doris Connell
April 5, 1927 ~ July 2, 2022
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Doris Lucile Connell, 95, formerly of Faulkton, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022, at Prairie Heights Healthcare in Aberdeen.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 9, 2022, at the United Church of Faulkton, with Pastor Shawn Stoll presiding. Burial will follow in the Faulkton Cemetery. Visitation will be one-hour prior to the service.
Doris Lucile Biedenfeld was born on April 5, 1927, in Faulkton, SD to Armin and Paula (Sorensen) Biedenfeld. She was educated in the Orient and Tamworth Township grade schools. After graduating from Faulkton High School in May 1945, she attended Mankato Commercial College. Following her schooling, she returned to Faulkton and worked in the A.S.C. office and the office of a local attorney.
On September 22, 1949, Doris was united in marriage to Virgil D. Connell and together they began farming southwest of Faulkton. In 1968, they moved into town where Doris worked as a secretary in the Faulk County Extension Office for 20 years. After retiring, she enjoyed volunteering at the library. Doris also enjoyed traveling, puzzles, reading and playing cards.
Doris is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Melvin) Volk of Aberdeen; son, Terry Connell of Mancos, CO; granddaughter, Teresa (Kevin) Gorder; grandsons: Justin (Sarah) Parry and Sean Connell; step-grandson, Donovan (Jeanie) Volk; great grandsons: Austin Parry and George Volk; great granddaughters: Hannah Parry and Ava Volk; and many very special nieces and nephews.
Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil; her parents, Armin and Paula; brother, Donald Biedenfeld; sisters-in-law: Beverly Biedenfeld, Ollie Martschinske, Verna Simon, Darlys Connell and Marilyn Connell; brothers-in-law, Harland Connell, Vernon Connell, Edward Martschinske and Raymond Simon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are to be directed to the Faulk County Library, United Church of Faulkton, or a charity of your choice.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Doris’ arrangements.
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God bless your family,Virgil and Doris was very nice and always friendly. I miss haveing a Drink with Terry when he came back to Faulkton. Great Memory
Doris was a great secretary to me — so very loyal and thoughtful of others — always striving to help everyone. What a legacy.
Doris was one Sweet Lady! She was always wearing a great big smile when we came into the Library, and said good morning to each child! She had a heart of Gold!
My thoughts are with Doris’ Children. You were always there for Doris. I do know you did everything you could and she loved knowing you were only a call away. You will be greatly rewarded and We all know you wanted to do whatever you could. My Love and Prayers Joyce Wickersham
Doris was my secretary for many years! I enjoyed working with her! Lots of great memories! She had a wonderful life!
My thoughts are with Doris's family. She was such a special woman and will be missed. I have many wonderful memories of her growing up with her and Virgil both as neighbors for awhile and very good friends to my parents. Although we lost touch after many years I think of her often.
Patty and Terry and families,
Sending my love and condolences in the passing of your mom. Doris was the most kind, elegant and hard working woman on earth. The memories of both Doris and Virgil, will remain in my heart, forever.
“May the winds of Heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear. How much we love and will miss you, Doris and wish that you were here.”
Sincere sympathies to all the family. Doris was a special person–a great secretary for me while I worked for the Extension Service. She was always so easy to visit with even after we were no longer working together.
Karen Zilverberg Geditz
We always enjoyed Doris coming over on the 4th with Bev for supper and fireworks. The grandkids remember she would bring icy pops. We have missed that over the last few years. A very special lady.
Hugs and prayers
Beverly King
What a wonderful video! Patty, Terry, and family-please accept our sincere sympathies. Aunt Doris was a special lady, full of life! I so enjoyed her yearly Christmas cards where I caught up on all the family happenings. We’re sorry we can’t be there to celebrate her life with you but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love!
Grandma Doris, Was what you would say a Wonderful Grandma to my family! She always remembered everyone's birthdays with cards and her thoughtful $5 bill! She always showed us her kind heart with the time the kids and I spent with her. I will cherish the time we spent with her. I will forever remember her with a smile on my heart and face! Love Donovan!
Dear Patty and Terry! Condolences to the Families of Aunt Doris Connell! Good Will to All❤️🩹🙏