Timothy Schmit, 55, of Mitchell, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, at his home under hospice care in Mitchell. 

Funeral services were Friday, Feb. 18, at Bittner Funeral Chapel. Burial was at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Artesian. Visitation was Friday, Feb. 18, at Bittner Funeral Chapel.

Timothy Ray Schmit was born on July 26, 1966, in Mitchell to Francis and Eileen (Spahn) Schmit. Tim’s early years were spent at the family farm near Artesian. In 1973, he moved to Rock Valley, Iowa, where he attended the River Valley School, formerly known as Hope Haven, until 1982. He participated in Special Education classes there. On Feb. 4, 1982, Tim moved to Mitchell and began receiving services from MAATC, now LifeQuest.

Tim worked at various times at the vocational program provided by LifeQuest. Tim found meaning in his day by participating in activities that he enjoyed, both at home and in the Life Enrichment Program. He had a love of all animals, especially horses and dogs. A trip to Reclamation Ranch to ride on a horse was a special memory.

Timothy is survived by his brothers, Allen (Lynette) of Kingwood, Texas, Kevin (Rebecca) of Sheridan, Wyo., Craig of Sheridan, Wyo., Terry (Chris) of Gillette, Wyo., and Robert (Brenda) of Artesian; many nieces and nephews; and the amazing staff and residents of LifeQuest.    

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother, David; sister, Mary Ann; and his grandparents.

Carole “Kelly” Louise Podhradsky, 64, of Woonsocket, passed away Tuesday, Feb 15, 2022, at Avera Queen of Peace hospital in Mitchell. 

Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 19, at the Spirit of Faith Church, Woonsocket. Burial was in St. Wilfrid Cemetery, Woonsocket. Visitation was held at the church on Saturday.

Kelly was born on Sept. 29, 1957, in Huron, to Tony and Lois Podhradsky. She attended Woonsocket School and graduated from Woonsocket High School in 1975.

Kelly worked many years as a caregiver, from a daycare provider to a CNA. Her passions included her family, NASCAR, gardening, bargain shopping, mud runs, four-wheeling, camping, music, Saturday suppers, pheasant season opener, and any activity that involved family. Kelly will be remembered for her kindness, compassion, love, dependability, and her ability to provide anything that was needed.

Kelly is survived by her sons, Tony and Jason Meyer; mother, Lois Podhradsky; brothers, Michael (Rose) and Russell Podhradsky; sister, Susan (Chuck) Engelmann; nieces, Jennifer Podhradsky, Jess (Jason) Bruce, Laura (David) Rice, and Rachel Engelmann; nephew; Mark (Erica) Podhradsky, three grandnieces; sons at heart, Bryan Carda and Isaac Olson and many cousins and friends.

Kelly was preceded in death by her dad, Tony Podhradsky; uncles, Roy, Charlie and Mike Podhradsky; many other aunts and uncles; sister, Pamela Morwitzer; and brother, John.

Robert Burnham, 78, of Sioux Falls, passed away on Feb. 12, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. Private family services will be held. 

Bob was born on March 22, 1943, in Spencer, to Lloyd and Vesta (Doty) Burnham. In his younger years, he was active and enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool, baseball and bowling. He graduated from Spencer High School in Spencer in 1961. On June 28, 1969, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Goldie (Zoss) Burnham. To this union, four children were born. He worked at Spencer Canvas Company for many years before starting his own business, Burnham Tarp and Canvas, in Ft. Pierre. In 2001, he and his wife, Goldie, moved to Sioux Falls.

He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. 

He is survived by his wife, Goldie, of 52 years; his children, Dan (Anji) Burnham of Emery, Dana of Bellevue, Neb., and Bobbie Dee (Danny) Hughes of Omaha, Neb.; his eight grandkids; and his sibling, Dennis Burnham of Omaha, Neb.

He is preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, and several brothers and sisters.