Marlene Graves Obituary
We announce the death of Marlene Graves of Mitchell, South Dakota, born in Cando, North Dakota, who passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 86. Marlene will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marlene Graves to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lloyd Pownell and Marie Pownell; her husband William "Bill" Graves; her son Kevin Graves; her brother Lyle Pownell; her granddaughter Jennifer Graves; her son-in-law Jon Gedstad; and her brother-in-law Charles Graves.
She is survived by: her children, Ken Graves (Wanda) of Mitchell, SD, Kent Graves (Laurie) of Kronenwetter, WI and Karen Gedstad of Mitchell; her daughter-in-law Val Graves (Karen Pownell) of Minnesota; and her brothers-in-law, Dick Graves (Audrey) of Mitchell, SD, John Graves (Sarah) of Sioux Falls, SD and Carl Graves (Mary) of Rapid City, SD. She is also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Bittner Funeral Chapel (805 W Havens Ave, Mitchell, SD 57301). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
