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Marian French Obituary
Marian was born on July 24, 1928, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to Florence Larsen and Samuel Arpan. She graduated from Rapid City High School. A proud member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, Marian carried her heritage with her throughout her life.
On May 1, 1949, Marian married Glen French in Rapid City. They built a beautiful life and a family of four children: Kathi French of Huntley, Montana; Patricia (Roger) Zimdars of Sheridan, Wyoming; Mike (Jennene) French of Rapid City, South Dakota; and Mark French. Together, Marian and Glen owned and operated French Cleaners for 22 years before retiring and moving to Yuma, Arizona, in 1993. Marian returned to Rapid City in 2019 to be closer to her family.
Marian is survived by three of her four children, eight grandchildren, twenty-four great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen, her son Mark and her great-grandson Austin.
Her interment will be at Black Hills National Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest alongside her husband, Glen, for all eternity.
May the sun renew your strength each day, and the moon softly restore you by night.
May warm rains wash away your fears, and breezes blow gently on your teepee.
May your moccasins leave happy tracks, no matter where you shall go.
And may the Great Spirit's blessings, be with you and yours always.
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Paulette Washenberger
August 20, 2025
Sorry to learn of the loss of Marian. I always thought of her as a classy lady. My thoughts and prayers for comfort, peace, and strength.
Paulette Garr Washenberger
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Pat & Darlene Frank
August 19, 2025
Condolences to the French family. Sorry for your loss. Glad she lived such a long life. Thinking of you all.
Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home
August 19, 2025
Ozzie & Bev Osheim and staff offer our sincere
sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
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