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Dick Naatjes Obituary

Dick Naatjes, 87, of Sioux Falls, SD passed away peacefully by his loved ones on Friday, June 14, 2024. Dick was born on January 2, 1937, in Canton, SD. Dick retired from the U.S. Post Office. His daily entertainment was TV, especially sports. He also enjoyed following his many friends on Facebook. Dick loved bowling, hunting, and was an avid fisherman. He married his high school sweetheart, Marlys Rorem. They were married for 68 years. Together, they had a son, Jeffrey and a daughter, Vicki. Vicki brought great joy to his life as did his grandchildren. Grateful for sharing his life is his wife Marlys, daughter Vicki, and grandchildren; Tom, Tony, and Aurora Naatjes. He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey. A Celebration of Life Visitation with family present will be held Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Heritage Funeral Home, Sioux Falls, SD. Memorials may be directed to Heritage Funeral Home to be forwarded to the family.

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Published by KELOLAND on Jun. 14, 2024.

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Charles Johnson

June 18, 2024

Took Dick hunting pheasants at Arlington when I first moved here. He loved it.

clark baker

June 17, 2024

Great guy, coached us in baseball....

Conrad Meier

June 16, 2024

What a friend will see you again ❤

LeRoy Hunefeld

June 16, 2024

Sorry for your loss Marlys, I lost my wife almost 17 years ago.

Donnna (Glenn) Honold

June 15, 2024

Chic and Vicki, I’m so sad to hear about Dick’s passing. You are such an amazing, beautiful family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.

Mark Dahlquist

June 15, 2024

So sorry to hear about Dick's passing, I will miss him and our talks home projects and sports, especially bowling. Blessings to family at this difficult time.

Audrey Abbott

June 14, 2024

Chick and Vicki,

Im so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I remember you guys on the dance floor at Sir Richard’s you two were so good.
My the memories you both have and share bring you comfort in the coming days.

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