Luane Lichty
December 9, 1926 ~ February 9, 2020
Luane K. Lichty, 93, of Wessington, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society in Miller.
Funeral Service was held at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, February 13, 2020 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Miller, with Father Paul T. Josten officiating. Visitation began one hour prior to the funeral service. Private burial was held at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Wessington.
Luane Katheryn was born December 9, 1926 to John and Elizabeth (Wernsman) Lakner at her parent’s home, north of Wessington. She was baptized, made her first communion and confession into the Catholic faith. She was a lifetime member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Wessington. She attended grade school in Gilbert Township and graduated from Wessington High School in 1944. Luane attended college at Northern State Teachers College in Aberdeen. She taught several years in different one-room country schools in Hand and Beadle County.
On September 28, 1948, Luane was united in marriage to William (Bill) Carroll Lichty. God blessed them with three children. Luane was an active partner in the farming operation, continuing after the death of her husband in 1972. She enjoyed setting jigsaw puzzles, playing bingo and especially playing cards with her friends and family.
She will be missed by her son, Lee (Marla) Lichty; daughter, Judy (David) Boomsma; six grandchildren: Leslie (Scott) Brenton, Heather (Dennis) Nichols, Lance (Kirsten) Lichty, Derrik Boomsma, Jay (Heidi) Boomsma and Kim (Ryan) Bergh; thirteen great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; two sisters: Vivian Jones and Patricia Naber; two sisters-in-law: Agnes Koeck and Evelyn Lichty; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; daughter and son-in-law, Jane and Lonnie Bentley; her parents; in-laws; three brothers; two sisters-in-law; and four brothers-in-law.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to AseraCare Hospice, 528 N Sycamore Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57110 or Good Samaritan Society, 421 E. 4th Street, Miller, SD 57362.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Luane’s arrangements.
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May she rest in peace my thoughts are with you at this sad time
Lichty family our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. Jean and Steve selchert
Our Prayers go out to Luane's family, May God Bless.
She was a good woman and a good neighbor and a dear friend to our mother. I’m sure they are having a good time together again. Hugs to you all, Deanna Prentice Sanderson
To my Godmother. A woman of great class and True Grit. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Love Pat.
Sorry for your loss She Will me Missed
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Dick and Kathy Splichal
We are saddened to hear of Luane’s passing. She was an incredibly strong woman whom we respected and loved.
The same age as my mom, Gladine. They spent some fun times together. She resembled by grandma Kate and I just loved that. With our sympathy, LaVaughn and Jan B
Deepest condolences to all the Lichty family. Luane was a great and kindly lady and friend to all. We always enjoyed visiting with her whenever we ran into her. She is now wrapped in the Loving arms of our Lord and Savior. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Sorry to hear of Luane's passing . Prayers to all of you.
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Dr. Dick and Kathy Splichal