Jeff Iverson
1954 – 2025
“All the leaves are brown, and the sky is gray.” ~ Momma’s and the Poppa’s
Jeffrey Alvin Iverson, age 71, of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away on October 9, 2025.
Jeff was born in Watertown, SD, to Alvin and Dorothy Iverson on February 5, 1954. Jeff attended school in Watertown, SD, and continued his college education at Dakota State University, where he met many friends who became family. In 1975, Jeff married the love of his life, Linda, and together they shared 50 years of marriage built on love, laughter, and deep commitment. He was a proud and devoted father to his children — Sarah, Diana, and Kevin — and found immense joy in being a grandfather to Raigan, Izzy, and Olive. Jeff was a constant presence at their events, cheering them on and encouraging their interests with quiet strength, unwavering support, and the occasional tear or two.
A lifelong educator, Jeff dedicated his career to teaching and sharing his passion for history and government with generations of students. His love for learning and storytelling left a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond.
Jeff had a heart as sweet as his tooth — a lover of Diet Coke, his Beatles records, and a well-timed dessert. His love for “all the lonely people” and “getting by with a little help from his friends” was evident in the quiet way he cared for those around him.
Jeff is survived by his wife, Linda (Henglefelt) Iverson of Sioux Falls, SD, daughter Diana (Jeremy) Johnson of Sioux Falls, SD, son Kevin (Amy) Iverson of Verona, Wisconsin, granddaughters Raigan Johnson, Izzy Johnson, and Olive Iverson, brother Rod (Nancy) Iverson of Watertown, Brother-in-laws Robert (Linda) Henglefelt of Ethan, SD, and Gary (Janet) Henglefelt of Scottsdale, AZ along with several nieces and nephews.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Dorothy Iverson, his beloved daughter, Sarah Iverson, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ross and Virginia Henglefelt, and many dear family and friends who now welcome him into his eternal home.
A service will be held to honor Jeff's life at Messiah New Hope Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2025, with a lunch to follow. Interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery, Ethan, SD.
Family will be present for visitation from 4:00- 6:00 p.m at Heritage Funeral Home on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages acts of kindness in Jeff’s memory — support a local teacher or school, your local animal shelter, or the Jefferson High School Show Choir.
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