Philip South Dakota Genealogy

The Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1860-1960

“Pioneer Church: The History of the South Dakota District, the Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1860-1960” is a meticulously crafted chronicle that delves deep into the roots of Lutheran Christianity across South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Wyoming. Spanning a century, this volume unfolds the vibrant narrative of faith, community, and relentless dedication to the service of God and humanity in a region marked by its pioneering history. Free to read or download.

Roberts, Editha Iowa Ferguson – Obituary

Roberts, Editha Iowa Ferguson Haaken Co., SD The diminishing list of old settlers in Haakon County this week lost another of its members. Mrs. Joe Roberts passed away Tuesday night [August 2, 1938]. She was 80 years old, and had come to Philip the year it was first settled in 1907. Mrs. Roberts had been failing in health for several years, and during the past three years had been forced to spend nearly all of the time in bed. Funeral services for the deceased pioneer will be held in the Presbyterian Church Friday morning at 10:30 o’clock. ++The Pioneer Review, … Read more

Roberts, Lilburn Brashears – Obituary

Word was received in Philip Tuesday afternoon of the death of L. B. Roberts [July 26, 1927] , who for the past five years has resided in Pierre, S.D. During the past year Mr. Roberts has submitted to several serious operations, the last one being performed only a week ago. It was thought that he was recovering nicely from this but on Monday his condition became suddenly worse and on Tuesday morning his relatives at Philip were sent for. L. B. as he was familiarly called all who knew him resided in Philip for many years. He served as deputy … Read more

Roberts, Joseph – Obituary

Joe Roberts of Philip died at the Philip hospital where he had been taken a week previously. Saturday morning Mr. Roberts, who was past 94 was one of the two or three oldest persons in Haakon County. He had been a resident of Philip vicinity since 1907. Arrangements were made for funeral services at the Presbyterian Church Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 26 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Fred H. Wahlquist delivering the sermon. Burial will be in the Philip Cemetery. Joseph Roberts was born near Oskaloosa, Ia. on March 3, 1853 and died at the Philip Community hospital on Saturday, Nov. … Read more