Loren Huber

Loren Huber


Dates

July 9, 1943 - August 31, 2025

Obituary

Loren E. Huber, a devoted husband, father, and proud South Dakota native, passed away August 31, 2025, at his home in the company of his loving family. He was 82 years old. Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 AM Friday, September 5, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Emery. Burial will be at St. Martin’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-7:00 PM, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church with a 7:00 PM Scripture Service. Arrangements by Bittner Funeral Chapel.

Born July 9, 1943, to Erwin and Alice (Dubs) Huber, Loren grew up in the small community of Emery, South Dakota. He joined an older brother, Victor, and was later joined by a sister, Sharyn. A lover of sports and the outdoors, Loren graduated from Emery High School in 1961 before attending the University of South Dakota in Vermillion for two years.

In 1963, Loren was recruited by the U.S. Navy to enter its aviation program. After completing rigorous ground school and flight training at various Naval Air Stations in Florida and Texas, Loren earned his Wings of Gold on April 28, 1965. As a Naval Aviator, he served in Patrol Squadron 49, flying anti-submarine warfare and surveillance missions during the Vietnam War. His deployments took him to remote and varied locations like Adak, Alaska; Bermuda; the Philippines; and even the Ascension Islands and Brazil as a test program for the initial pickups of the first spacecraft capsules. Loren’s military service lasted until 1968, with nearly 4,200 flight hours on four various aircraft.

In 1969, Loren transitioned to a civilian career with Northwest Airlines, where he worked as a commercial aviator. After being furloughed in 1974, he returned to South Dakota to work with his father’s Huber Construction Company and play bass guitar with “The Prairie Ramblers” before rejoining Northwest Airlines in 1979. Loren continued his aviation career with Northwest (now Delta) until his retirement as a Boeing 727 captain in 1998.

In 1976, Loren married Amy Nolan, and together they raised four children: Jami, Jessi, Lee, and Jia. Loren’s love for his family knew no bounds, and he often told each one of them they were his "favorite." He imparted to them the values that defined his life: enduring faith, a strong work ethic, a love of the outdoors, and a commitment to family. He shared his passions for music, sports, fishing, hunting, gardening, and the importance of being a devoted and caring parent.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Amy Nolan-Huber; his children, Jami (Jesse) Barondeau, Jessi (Jesse) Olsen, Lee (Nicole) Huber, and Jia (Paul) Stein; fourteen grandchildren: Roland, Daphne, and Eloise Barondeau; Ayn, Nolan, Maximilian, and Gianna Olsen; Carter, Cole, and KyLee Huber; Avery, Everett, Jasper, and Aurelia Stein; mother, Alice Huber; brother, Victor (Karen) Huber; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives.

Loren was preceded in death by his father, Erwin Huber, his sister, Sharyn Rhodes, and brother-in-law, Gerry Rhodes.

Loren will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his love for flying, and his unwavering commitment to service—both to his country and to those he held dear.


Visitation(s)

Date
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Time
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
7:00 PM Prayer Service

St. Martin's Catholic Church
342 3rd Ave
Emery, SD 57332

Service

Date
Friday, September 5, 2025
Time
10:30 AM
Location
St. Martin's Catholic Church
342 3rd Ave
Emery, SD 57332

Cemetery

St. Martin's Catholic Cemetery
Emery, SD


Posted by Ambur on September 5, 2025
I pray for you all ♡♡♡
Posted by Linda Leitheiser Ulmer on September 5, 2025
Sending you and your family sympathy as you mourn the loss of Loren. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. May you find comfort in each other.
Posted by Linda Rowley on September 5, 2025
Loren and I were blessed to share godparents. He was near and dear to my heart.
Posted by Douglas Jones on September 3, 2025
Loren was a good w. Our world is a little darker without him.
Posted by Dan Kaup on September 3, 2025
Loren was a bright light and spread his friendliness, help, and wisdom to those on his presence. Had some great stories. Time spent with Loren was never a drag and he was one of the best guys to share a hunting blind. He will always be a hero in my mind.
Posted by Jon Leiferman on September 2, 2025
I will always remember you as Uncle Punk. You can now rest in peace and go hunting with dad anytime you want. Until we meet again.
Posted by Melvin Leitheiser on September 2, 2025
Loren was the pitcher on our American Legion Baseball team and I played 2nd base. Fond memories.
Posted by Bruce Huber on September 2, 2025
What great times we had! Rest in peace cousin. Our condolences to family and especially to Aunt Alice. Prayers for all. Bruce & Rhonda Huber
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