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Gene Bulian Passes Away at Age 100

Eugene Max Bulian (B-345), age 100, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 7, 2026 at the Avera Sister James Care Center in Yankton, SD. Mass of Christian Burial was held on July 7, 2026 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Yankton SD with Rev. Bob Lacey officiating. Burial was in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Yankton, SD, with military honors by the Ernest-Bowyer VFW Post # 791 Honor Guard and the SD Army National Guard Honor Guard. Visitation was held July 6, 2026 [more...]

Posted 09/22/26 00:45 by Admin Under Obituaries Permalink 1790052331

Phil Kretschman Passes Away at Age 100

Philip C. Kretschman (D-345), age 100, passed away peacefully on May 31st, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who lived a remarkable life filled with faith, strength, and care for those around him.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lucille F. (Adamczyk) Kretschman; they were married 64 years until her death in 2017. He was also preceded by his sister, Sister Marie Fatima Kretschman, and his grandson, Philip [more...]

Posted 08/27/26 16:41 by Admin Under Obituaries Permalink 1787863290

Mike Maguire Passes at Age 99

It is with deep love and gratitude for a life richly lived that we announce the passing of Michael Francis Maguire (F-346), who died peacefully on May 9, 2026, at the age of 99.

Mike’s life journey spanned nearly a century and two continents—a life defined by the parallel tracks of family, faith, and service. From his Irish roots, he carried forward enduring values of hard work, humility, and devotion that shaped both his character and his legacy.

Born on October 2, 1926, in County [more...]

Posted 06/17/26 20:56 by Admin Under Obituaries Permalink 1781744219

Bill Allen Passes at Age 102

Warren William “Bill” Allen, Jr (C-335FA) passed away peacefully at home in Kirkwood, MO on February 12, 2026, at the age of 102. He is survived by his loving [more...]

Posted 03/01/26 19:59 by Admin Under Obituaries Permalink 1772413199

Walter Pope Passes Away at Age 98

Walter Leroy Pope (CAN-346), age 98, of Mackinaw City, Michigan, passed away on August 16, 2024. Walter was born on October 16, 1925, in Petoskey, Michigan the son of the late Dewey [more...]

Posted 05/25/25 10:38 by Admin Under Obituaries Permalink 1748183912