James Scott Van Pelt's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Sturgis, South Dakota

James Scott Van Pelt

June 11, 1946 - September 30, 2025 (79 years old)

Sturgis, South Dakota

James Scott Van Pelt's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Sturgis, South Dakota

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James Scott Van Pelt

June 11, 1946 - September 30, 2025 (79 years old)

Sturgis, South Dakota

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James Scott Van Pelt Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Scott Van Pelt (Sturgis, South Dakota), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 30, 2025 at the age of 79. 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 James Scott Van Pelt to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though James Scott may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William "Bud" Van Pelt and Eleanor "Bobby" Van Pelt-Gill; and his brother Joseph Rainman. He is survived by: his brother Michael Van Pelt; and his daughter Jennifer Jones (Carl). He is also survived by his four grandchildren.

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Oct 11

Funeral service

Saint Anthony's Catholic Church
317 W 7th St, Laurel, MT 59044

Fri

Nov 07

Graveside service

Black Hills National Cemetery
20901 Pleasant Valley Dr, Sturgis, SD 57785-8947

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