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Elnoris Kjerstad

Birth	:	10 Jan 1920 Quinn, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	4 Nov 2010 Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Oak Hill Cemetery, Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate	:	44.0797005, -70.2138977
Description	:	Elnoris was born January 10, 1920 at the ranch northeast of Quinn to Emil Sr. and Gurine (Ellingsen) Kjerstad. He grew up in the Quinn area and attended the Kruse Country School through the eighth grade and then attended high school in Quinn for six weeks. He then became employed by Knute Tennyson helping run his grocery and creamery store. He eventually purchased the creamery from Knute and also bought a freight line from Frank Gregson. After a few years, he sold them both to Cecil Kruse. His dad gave him 160 acres of farm ground and planted his first... Read More	Elnoris was born January 10, 1920 at the ranch northeast of Quinn to Emil Sr. and Gurine (Ellingsen) Kjerstad. He grew up in the Quinn area and attended the Kruse Country School through the eighth grade and then attended high school in Quinn for six weeks. He then became employed by Knute Tennyson helping run his grocery and creamery store. He eventually purchased the creamery from Knute and also bought a freight line from Frank Gregson. After a few years, he sold them both to Cecil Kruse. His dad gave him 160 acres of farm ground and planted his first crop of winter wheat. Elnoris was united in marriage to Ila Bean on June 14, 1941 in Rapid City, SD and to this union two sons were born: Jerald "Jerry" and Richard "Dick". They resided north of Quinn. In 1946 they moved to Rapid City where Elnoris did carpentry work for three years. They moved back to the ranch and he started building homes in the surrounding area. Later in life, he started his bee business which he continued for 25 years. Elnoris served as a director for the Federal Land Bank in Rapid City for eighteen years. He was on the Extension Advisory Board for the state of South Dakota for two years, Pennington County Extension Board for twenty years, and was a leader of the Riding Ranchers 4-H club for twenty years. He was a member of the Western Jr Livestock Show and served as president. He is a lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of the Naja Shriners where he served as president of the Four Rivers Shriners. Elnoris and Lyndell Peterson were the founders of the Good Neighbor Award. He was also a lifetime member of the Western South Dakota Buckaroos. Elnoris had a lifelong love of music, especially his fiddle. He enjoyed playing for his grandchildren, great- grandchildren and for dances. His other joys included hunting, fishing, gardening and working in his fruit orchard. Elnoris enjoyed his family very much. His wife Ila passed away in 2006. He later married Victoria Robertson. They made their home in Quinn and spent winters in Arizona and currently resided in Rapid City. They enjoyed spending time working the fruit trees and taking care of the bee operation. They continued to enjoy music, fishing and golfing, hobbies they both enjoyed together. Elnoris was a member of the Wall United Methodist Church. Grateful for having shared his life are his wife Victoria of Rapid City, two daughter-in-laws, Margy Kjerstad of Piedmont and Patty Kjerstad of Wall. Seven grandchildren; Kem Kjerstad and his wife Mary of Rapid City, Jem Kjerstad and his wife Kelly of Quinn, Kent Kjerstad and his wife Stephanie of Quinn, Kevin Kjerstad and his wife Melissa of Redondo Beach, California, Rick Kjerstad and his wife Gianna of Parker, Colorado, Tina Hood and her husband Derek of Star, Idaho, Lisa Evans and her husband Jason of Parker, Colorado; seventeen great-grandchildren, three step-great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and one step-great-great-granddaughter. In addition he is survived by his two sister-in-laws Evelyn and Mary Kjerstad; his father and mother-in-law Jesse and Cleo Robertson of Rapid City, two step-sons Eric Garcia and Mitch Garcia and his wife Jessica all of Rapid City; two step-granddaughters; and one step-grandson; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Elnoris was preceded in death by his wife Ila, their two sons Jerald and Richard, seven brothers; Pete, John, Melvin, Emil Jr, George, Lawrence and Konrad; two sisters; Anna Schreiber and Marie Reiner; and granddaughter in law Rosemary Kjerstad Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services on Wednesday. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 10, at the Wall Community Center in Wall, with Pastor Sheri Fadley officiating. Interment with Masonic rites will be held at the Wall Cemetery. A memorial is established to the Western Junior Livestock Show. FUNERAL SERVICES Wednesday, November 10, 2010 - 1:00 p.m. Wall Community Center Wall, South Dakota CLERGY Pastor Sheri Fadley MUSIC Dawna Rae Tsitrian - Pianist Linda Eisenbraun - Vocalist "Beyond The Sunset" "In The Garden" USHERS Harlan Eisenbraun - Max Hauk Rod Renner - Gordon Babcock PALLBEARERS Kem Kjerstad - Jem Kjerstad Kent Kjerstad - Kevin Kjerstad Rick Kjerstad - Derek Hood - Jason Evans HONORARY PALLBEARERS Dillon Kjerstad - Ryan Kjerstad - Brittany Kjerstad Krysta Kjerstad - Paige Kjerstad - Quincy Kjerstad Natasha Kjerstad - Katrina Kjerstad - Tiana Kjerstad Louis Kjerstad - Elliot Kjerstad Lauren Olson - Gillian Johnson - Blake Johnson Sydney Kjerstad - Jenni Kjerstad - Jakob Kjerstad Katie Evans - Sean Evans - Dawson Hood INTERMENT WITH MASONIC RITES Wall Cemetery Wall, South Dakota Print Obituary Print photos of flowers Print Register Book entries Register book Click here to sign the book Your name Address Please keep my entry private (visible to the family only) Entry Text Our sympathies to the Kjerstad families. Often think of Elnoris every time I see a prarie dog town. Dave Summers Craig CO We have the fondest memories of Elnoris and the entire Kjerstad family. They were dear friends when we taught in Quinn High School in 1955-57. Just last summer, Elnoris and Vicky stopped in Sundance to see us and we spent a wonderful time just remembering. The Kjerstads will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Glen & Jeanne Wyatt Sundance Elnoris was a great guy and a good friend. He will be truly missed. We had many good times together in the fifty years that we knew him. Bob & Mattie Sieler 24554 Dakota Sunset Rd. Hermosa, SD 57744

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Elnoris Kjerstad's memorial?
Elnoris Kjerstad's memorial is located at: Oak Hill Cemetery, Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA.
When did Elnoris Kjerstad death?
Elnoris Kjerstad death on 4 Nov 2010 in Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Elnoris Kjerstad's memorial?
Latitude: 44.0797005
Longitude: -70.2138977

Family Members:

Parent

Emil Kjerstad Sr.

(1881 - 1974)

Gurine Kjerstad

(1882 - 1973)

Spouse

Ila Maxine Bean Kjerstad

(1922 - 2006)

Siblings

Peder Kjerstad

(1905 - 1991)

Anna K. Kjerstad Schreiber

(1906 - 1998)

(1907 - 1994)

(1909 - 1993)

(1911 - 1982)

(1913 - 1994)

(1917 - 2005)

(1922 - 2004)

Children

Jerald Elnoris “Jerry” Kjerstad

(1942 - 2006)

Richard G Kjerstad

(1943 - 2004)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Oak Hill Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0797005, -70.2138977

2. Davis Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0691220, -70.2092460

3. Mount Hope Cemetery
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4. Leighton Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.0800629, -70.2357635

5. Dill Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.0807100, -70.1877630

6. Davis Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.1006012, -70.2071991

7. Goddard Cemetery
Lewiston, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0608117, -70.1976966

8. Getchell Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0539056, -70.2024674

9. Penley Corner Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.0533600, -70.2026291

10. Quaker Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.0569670, -70.1904360

11. Grand Army of the Republic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.1090202, -70.2135696

12. Potters Field
Lewiston, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.1097488, -70.2133636

13. Riverside Cemetery
Lewiston, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.1102982, -70.2149963

14. Evergreen Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0856400, -70.2572098

15. Broadview Memorial Cemetery
Lewiston, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.1055984, -70.1872025

16. Temple Shalom Synagogue Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0450160, -70.2352130

17. Beth Abraham Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0449000, -70.2351500

18. Pine Street Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0435982, -70.2339020

19. Fitz Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0410995, -70.2444000

20. Randall Road Cemetery
Lewiston, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0879517, -70.1525269

21. Wagg Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.0382996, -70.1875000

22. Briggs Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.1255989, -70.2305984

23. Gracelawn Memorial Park
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.1258011, -70.2335968

24. Mount Auburn Cemetery
Auburn, Androscoggin County, USA
Coordinate: 44.1217003, -70.2472000