Stephen Glenn Ferley, 81, of Rapid City, SD, died September 25, 2026. Stephen was born May 13, 1945 in Northwood, IA. Arrangements are by Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
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He moved to Philip, South Dakota, as a toddler and grew up there, learning the jewelry trade in his family's store. His career took him from diamond buying to managing a factory abroad and running businesses in several states before he returned to South Dakota. He raised a family, volunteered in his community, and sang in choruses for much of his life.
Summarized from the full obituary at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Services
- Nov23
Celebration of life
Calvary Lutheran Church
Monday at 10:00 AM · 5311 Sheridan Lake Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702
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- When is Stephen Glenn Ferley’s celebration of life?
- Stephen Glenn Ferley’s celebration of life is November 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM, at Calvary Lutheran Church, 5311 Sheridan Lake Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702.
- How old was Stephen Glenn Ferley?
- Stephen Glenn Ferley of Rapid City, SD was 81 when Stephen died on September 25, 2026; Stephen was born May 13, 1945 in Northwood, IA.
- Which funeral home is handling Stephen’s arrangements?
- Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling arrangements for Stephen Glenn Ferley and publishes the full obituary, guestbook and flower orders on its website.