In loving memory

Verna Joyce Olsen

March 30, 1952 – November 6, 2026

Age 74 · Rapid City, SD

Verna Joyce Olsen, 74, of Rapid City, SD, died November 6, 2026. Verna was born March 30, 1952 in Isabel, SD. Arrangements are by Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Updated · Source: Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Verna grew up in Isabel, South Dakota, the youngest of five siblings, and later trained as a nurse, working for many years at Rapid City Regional. She raised her children, enjoyed a large family of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and was known for her Christian faith and her service at church. She died in November 2026 after a long illness.

Summarized from the full obituary at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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When is Verna Joyce Olsen’s funeral service?
Verna Joyce Olsen’s funeral service is November 13, 2026 at 10:00 - 11:00 am, at Fountain Springs Church, 2100 North Plaza Drive, Rapid City, SD 57702.
When is the visitation for Verna Joyce Olsen?
Visitation for Verna Joyce Olsen is November 12, 2026, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, at Fountain Springs Church.
How old was Verna Joyce Olsen?
Verna Joyce Olsen of Rapid City, SD was 74 when Verna died on November 6, 2026; Verna was born March 30, 1952 in Isabel, SD.
Which funeral home is handling Verna’s arrangements?
Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling arrangements for Verna Joyce Olsen and publishes the full obituary, guestbook and flower orders on its website.

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