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Opal Marcella Knutson Rikansrud

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Birth	:	28 Feb 1922 Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	20 Nov 2016 Wayzata, Hennepin County, Minnesota, USA
Burial	:	Forest Hill Cemetery, Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.2943993, -96.6307983
Description	:	Opal Marcella (Knutson) Rikansrud was born on February 28, 1922 in Sioux Falls, SD. She was adopted as an infant by Selma & Oscar Knutson of Canton SD, through Lutheran Social Services in Sioux Falls. Her 3-year-old sister, who wanted a playmate, chose her. The story goes that Opal was picked because she was the only one awake, with her big blue eyes shining brightly up at her sister. Her mother, father, sister, husband, and son preceded Opal in death. She is survived by her children: Denise (Mick) Hager, San Diego, CA; Daryle (Mary Ann), Gadsden, AL; and Marcia (Mark) Holman,... Read More	Opal Marcella (Knutson) Rikansrud was born on February 28, 1922 in Sioux Falls, SD. She was adopted as an infant by Selma & Oscar Knutson of Canton SD, through Lutheran Social Services in Sioux Falls. Her 3-year-old sister, who wanted a playmate, chose her. The story goes that Opal was picked because she was the only one awake, with her big blue eyes shining brightly up at her sister. Her mother, father, sister, husband, and son preceded Opal in death. She is survived by her children: Denise (Mick) Hager, San Diego, CA; Daryle (Mary Ann), Gadsden, AL; and Marcia (Mark) Holman, Minneapolis, MN; 5 grandchildren; and 9 great grandchildren, Opal grew up on a farm south of Canton, in Moe Parish. Lands Lutheran was the family church, where she was baptized and confirmed. Opal attended Jensvold School through the 8th grade. She graduated from Augustana Academy, Canton, SD, June ’39, before attending Nettleton College in Sioux Falls, SD. She worked in Pierre, SD, as a private secretary for the SD House of Representatives during their 1940 session. From there, she returned to Canton and was employed at the Farmer’s State Bank. She married Donald Leroy Rikansrud on August 16, 1942, at Canton Lutheran Church. They lived on the Knutson family farm south of Canton. In 1948 they moved into Canton where Don and Opal owned and operated the Rikansrud Implement from 1948 – 1963. They had 4 children: Denise, Daryle, Marcia, and Bruce. Opal worked at the Sioux Valley News as Society Editor and in the office of Dr. Ray Bunkers. In 1963, the family moved to Grinnell, Iowa. In 1970, Don and Opal moved to Clear Lake, IA. In 1975, they moved to Arizona. In 2006, Opal moved to Minneapolis, MN, to be closer to home and family . Throughout her lifetime, in addition to her various work opportunities, Opal: loved golf; was an avid reader, regarding her books as some of her greatest treasures; loved to listen to music, and dance in her younger years; enjoyed watching sports on TV and able to converse about names of players and positions they played; was a shark at cards; dabbled in stain-glass creations; loved to travel; and designed and created jewelry. Opal died peacefully at Folkestone – Gables Care Center in Wayzata, MN on Saturday, 11/20/16. Funeral arrangements will be handled by Anderson Funeral Home in Canton, SD. The Funeral Service will be at Canton Lutheran Church, on Monday, 11/28, 10:30 am. Graveside service will immediately follow the funeral service at Forest Hills Cemetery. There will be a lunch served at Canton Lutheran Church following interment. In lieu of flowers, Opal requested donations be given to: Canton Library, Canton Lutheran Church, or to a charity of the donor’s choice in her memory.

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Opal Marcella Knutson Rikansrud's memorial is located at: Forest Hill Cemetery, Canton, Lincoln County, USA.
When did Opal Marcella Knutson Rikansrud death?
Opal Marcella Knutson Rikansrud death on 20 Nov 2016 in Wayzata, Hennepin County, Minnesota, USA
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Latitude: 43.2943993
Longitude: -96.6307983

Family Members:

Parent

Oscar Knutson

(1883 - 1955)

Selma Ulrikson Knutson

(1890 - 1968)

Spouse

Donald Leroy Rikansrud

(1919 - 1988)

Siblings

Viola E Heun Knutson

(1919 - 1989)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Forest Hill Cemetery
Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2943993, -96.6307983

2. Grand Valley Lutheran Cemetery
Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2538400, -96.6287700

3. Beloit Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2902985, -96.5582962

4. Hiawatha Asylum Cemetery
Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3040730, -96.5517570

5. Canton Lutheran Cemetery
Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3302994, -96.5582962

6. Beaver Creek Lutheran Cemetery
Harrisburg, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3590800, -96.6878600

7. Worthing Cemetery
Worthing, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3236008, -96.7658005

8. Saint Edwards Cemetery
Worthing, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3300018, -96.7863998

9. Our Saviors Lutheran Church Cemetery
Inwood, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3536000, -96.4863000

10. Bethany Cemetery
Fairview, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2144012, -96.5053024

11. Tuntland Cemetery
Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1711006, -96.6866989

12. Forever Friends Pet Cemetery and Memorial Park
Worthing, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3446000, -96.7975100

13. Lands Lutheran Cemetery
Hudson, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1559700, -96.6096900

14. Faith LaValley Cemetery
Lennox, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3750992, -96.7880020

15. Old Romsdal
Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1568946, -96.6684787

16. Romsdal Cemetery
Norway Center, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1565781, -96.6682739

17. Pleasant View Cemetery
Harrisburg, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4247017, -96.7067032

18. Bragstad Family Cemetery
Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2585000, -96.4425000

19. Bethlehem Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3614006, -96.4567032

20. Fairview Cemetery
Fairview, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1927986, -96.4891968

21. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery North
Hudson, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1567001, -96.5681000

22. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery South
Hudson, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1530560, -96.5691670

23. Pleasant Hill Pioneer Cemetery
Beresford, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1847000, -96.7758026

24. Sioux Cemetery
Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2428017, -96.4321976