Eva Lou Wells

Dates

April 12, 1941 - July 4, 2026

Obituary

Eva Lou (Klose) Wells, 85, of White Lake, SD, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Aurora-Brule Nursing Home under hospice care in White Lake. Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM Thursday, July 9, at United Methodist Church in White Lake. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-7:00 PM at the church with a 6:30 PM prayer service.

Eva Lou Wells was born on April 12, 1941, in White Lake, SD, to Sylvester “Tudie” and Bernadine (Thimmisch) Klose. She attended school in White Lake and graduated in 1959.

She married Robert Spinar in White Lake on February 6, 1961. They raised 4 children on the farm. She married Alfred “Ike” Wells on December 27, 1986.

Eva Lou spent many days working on the farm, at the White Lake School, the Aurora-Brule Nursing Home, and various local hunting lodges.

She was active in the United Methodist Church and the Red Hat Ladies. Eva Lou enjoyed her family, her friends, playing bridge, casinos (on special occasions), and would never turn down a rummage sale or thrift store. There was always a puzzle on her table that she was assembling.

Eva Lou is survived by her children, Lynn Stevenson of Billings, MT, Karen Peters of White Lake, SD, Tom (Diana) Spinar of Plankinton, SD, and Amy Spinar of White Lake, SD; 8 grandchildren, Christopher Stevenson, Jodi Stevenson, Jessica (Tyler) Frederick, Tyson (Hailey) Peters, Colin (April) Spinar, LizBeth Spinar, Connor (Cassie) Spinar, and Alex (Analisa) Spinar; 15 great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Doris Klose; three nieces, Teresa (Mark) Vallejo, Julie (Sean Mason) Erickson, Susan (Larry) Sare; three stepchildren, Teresa (Doug) Deurmier, Doug (Teena) Wells, Frank (Pam) Wells; two step daughters-in-laws, Deb Wells and Karla Wells; and many step grandchildren and step great grandchildren whom she loved dearly.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; infant son, Mark; two brothers, infant brother, and Eddie Klose in 2025; stepmother, Helen Klose; stepsons, Dave Wells, Mike Wells, John Wells; and step granddaughter, Amy Wells.

Visitation(s)

Date
Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Time
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location
6:30 PM prayer service

United Methodist Church
110 East Delevan
White Lake, SD

Service

Date
Thursday, July 9, 2026

Time
10:30 AM

Location
United Methodist Church
110 East Delevan
White Lake, SD

Cemetery

Underwood Cemetery
White Lake, SD

Posted by Kathy (Tastad) Buresh on July 9, 2026

Eva Lou was my first cousin. My mother, Evelyn Klose, and her father, Sylvester “Tudie”, were siblings. I have many fond memories of family gatherings on the old family farm in White Lake. Condolences to all family and friends.

Posted by Vickie Tastad Mayer on July 9, 2026

My dear first cousin Eva Lou always reminded me of my Mom. The resemblance was remarkable. Eva Lou had such a kind heart. My sympathy to all the extended family.

Posted by Mike and Bonnie Kupchik on July 9, 2026

I am Bonnie Tastad Kupchik, Eva Lou’s and Eddie’s first cousin who was from Mitchell, SD. I presently live in Big Canoe, GA. My husband James Michael Kupchik died from pancreatic cancer 3/24203. I fondly remember the many times throughout the years when my family and the Klose family get together and had some wonderful shared experiences! My mother Evelyn was also a daughter of Carl and Elizabeth Klose.

Posted by Wanda Gillen on July 9, 2026

So sorry for the loss of Eva Lou - Thoughts and Prayers to your families.🙏

Posted by Dawn DeLange on July 8, 2026

My sympathy to all of you and your families. Eva Lou was a real treasure and I have so many fond memories of her. Hugs to you all!

Posted by Miriam Dexter on July 8, 2026

My sympathies to the family.

Posted by Sandi Bradwisch on July 8, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Cherish her memory.

Posted by Susan Tatro on July 7, 2026

Always have great memories of Eva LOU AS A neighbor , friend and belonging to Socalables together. Always fun to work with.

Posted by Don and Leanne Bradwisch on July 7, 2026

Eva Lou was a sweet lady and a great friend. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to her family. 🙏💕

Posted by Kris Kieffer on July 7, 2026

Great memories of our bud.

Posted by Rhonda Miller on July 7, 2026

So sorry to hear of Eva Lou passing. I have great memories og babysitting the 4 of you. Meeting you kids and your mom down at the spillway. Good times. She will be missed!!

Posted by Laura l mayclin on July 7, 2026

I first became acquired with EvaLou at red hats. She was so cheerful and fun loving. I feel so blessed she called me a friend.

Posted by Donna Swanson on July 7, 2026

I am so sorry for your loss. Eva Lou was just the sweetest and certainly will be missed. My deepest sympathies to you, Karen, and your whole family. 🙏

Posted by Cherie Hopper on July 7, 2026

Sympathies to you and your family! Your mom always had a smile on her face, she will be missed! Hugs and prayers!

Posted by Susan Sare on July 7, 2026

Aunt Eva Lou was always welcoming with open arms for a hug and a cheerful smile. A part of my life as long as I can remember. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to see her at holidays and special gatherings. She has joined her loved ones that went to Heaven before her and that gives us peace. I'll miss seeing you Aunt Eva Lou. Until we meet again. Prayers for the comfort of her children and the rest of her extended family.

Posted by Karen Meier on July 7, 2026

We share your sorrow for the loss of Eva Lou. She was a sweet lady. Ill always treasure the good times spent with her. Our thoughts n prayers are with you.

Posted by Vicki Persson on July 7, 2026

You have my sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother. Eva Lou was a wonderful lady and will be missed

Posted by Tom & Deb Koch on July 7, 2026

You have our deepest sympathy! We loved your mom! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Posted by JoLynn DeHaai on July 7, 2026

My deepest sympathy to all of you! I have so many fond memories of your mom. I don't think I ever saw her without a smile.

Posted by Aluce Johnson on July 7, 2026

Eva Lou was such a wonderful friend to so many. She and my aunt, Mary, stayed lifelong friends. We will miss the spark you added to our lives...especially to our red hats gang! Hugs to her family as you continue living the memories she made!

Posted by Suzie Letcher on July 7, 2026

Sorry for the loss of your mom. I was lucky to call her Ma. She was a very special lady. She will be missed dearly.

Posted by Joan McCord on July 7, 2026

We always had so much fun together good times and bad and hard to forget that her but she is now not in pain anymore. Prayers for you and Amy always remember the good times.

Posted by Teresa Vallejo on July 7, 2026

My sympathies to you and your family. She was the sweetest lady and a wonderful aunt. She will be missed.

Posted by Beverly Miller on July 6, 2026

I will miss my next door neighbor. Prayers for you Karen and families

Posted by Teresa (Wells) Deurmier on July 6, 2026

Doug and I are so very sorry for your loss.

Posted by Lorie Stevenson Wilson on July 6, 2026

Sending thoughts and prayers.