Frank Veit
February 18, 1956 ~ March 5, 2017
Frank Charles Veit, 61, of Dupree passed away Sunday, March 5, 2017 at his home after battling many health issues.
A procession formed at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 9, 2017 at the two mile east of Dupree. Viewing and services followed upon arrival at Pioneer Hall, Dupree with Valerie Curly and Shirley Dog Eagle presiding. Burial followed in the Dupree Cemetery.
Frank Charles Veit was born February 18, 1956 to Roy and Irene (Johnson) Veit in Faith, SD. He was the 6th child out of 10. Frank grew up on his parent’s ranch, 15 miles north of Dupree. He attended High Point country school until 8th grade, finished his four years of high school at Dupree where he graduated in 1975. After graduation Frank worked for his father on the ranch. In 1976 he married Brenda Clown and had eight children: Frankee, Ford, Colt, Sabra, Joni, Roy, Karyne and JoRae. Frank was a very proud father and loved each and every one of his children very much. Frank made his living ranching, operating heavy machinery, construction work and mechanic work.
Frank is survived by his wife, Brenda Veit; his children: Frankee (Dale LaCompte), Colt (Daysha Marrow), Sabra (Marshall Totton), Joni, Roy (Mikki), Karyne and JoRae (Shailo Hollow Horn); his grandchildren: Sasha & Jimi Condon, Jackson & Matty Harrison, Selena Longbrake, Mason Schrempp, Ryder Veit, Chandler Veit and Lilly Veit; great-grandchildren: Roman Thompson, Kyran Condon, and Tavien Felix; mother, Irene Veit; four brothers: Dan (Paula), Tiger, Jim, and Jack (Lisa); three sisters: Lila (George) Lafferty, Dona (Kimball) Russell, and Mary (Larry) Reede; long time best friend, Larry Reede; and many nieces, nephews and in laws. Frank opened his home to many others and loved them as his own along with his wife Brenda.
Frank was preceded in death by his grandparents: Frank & Nora Veit and Ace & May Johnson; his father, Roy Veit; brother, Jerry Veit; sister, Linda Veit; son, Ford Veit; and grandson, Range Hollow Horn.
Frank was always good for a welcoming smile and a wise joke. He got the joy of teasing and was good at drawing people into his jokes. He just sometimes forgot to let them know that it was one.
Luce Funeral Chapel of Eagle Butte has been entrusted with Frank’s arrangements.
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Brenda and family, so sorry to hear of Franks passing, my memories of him are funny/happy ones. May the Lord welcome him with open arms! Peace be with you all!
Frank thanks for being an awesome friend n bro in law. I will always remember the good times n all your jokes. Now go rest w Ford n safe journey. I luv you n will miss you always.
My deepest sympathy to you Brenda and all Franks family, may he Rest In Peace.
My heart is heavy at this time for Brenda and family, Frank was a great person, very kind and alot of fun to be around, my condolence and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow and days to come, From my lit family Marsha LeBeau & family
Prayers to family of Frank Veit!
you will be missed But not forgotten!! Love you!
So sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. He always had a smile for every person he met. He was a quick thinker and I could always tell how much he loved his family. Prayers to you all!