A lfred LaVern Bettcher, 66, of Winner, South Dakota passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at his home in Winner.  A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 20, 2016 at 10:00a.m. at the Mason Funeral Home in Winner, SD.  A private family burial will be held at a later date.  A visitation will be held one hour prior to memorial service on Friday.

On May 2, 1950 Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bettcher were blessed with a handsome baby boy "LaVern".  LaVern was born in Valentine Nebraska.  He grew up in the Winner and Carter area.  LaVern lived on the family farm where he helped his parents.

On August 17, 1978 he married Sharon Paulson where they lived in the Carter area for three years.  After that LaVern and Sharon moved to Winner until his time of passing.  LaVern and Sharon had no children together but had several step children: Randy, Ray, Marti and Precious.

LaVern was very kind hearted.  He cared for and loved his children and grandchildren.

LaVern is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Della, grandparents, aunts and uncles.

LaVern is survived by his wife Sharon of Winner, sister Dorothy, stepchildren, and grandchildren and other family members.