Funeral services for Robert Condon 76 of Wakpala, SD, will be at 10 AM, CT, Friday, October 27, 2017 at the Wakpala Community Center. Wake services will be at 6 PM, Thursday at the community building. Robert passed away October 21, 2017 at his home in Wakpala. Kesling Funeral Home of Mobridge is in charge of arrangements.

Robert "Bob" Condon was born to Vivian Laundreaux and Pat Condon on March 19, 1941, at the CRST Old Agency. As a young boy he was raised by his grandparents Louis and Hatti Laundreaux on the Onida Ranch in South Dakota. In his early years, he attended the Pierre Indian Learning School, in Pierre SD, through the 8th grade. He later attended high school at the Catholic Boarding School in Marty, South Dakota.

Bob was bronc rider as a young man. He was a very hard worker and had many jobs, including working for the Lopez Brothers, SRST Ambulance, CRST Ambulance as an EMT, East River Trucking, Bob worked at the Grand River Casino since it opened in 1993. Bob was a very respectful, caring man and loved his children and visiting with family and friends. He had a kind, soft voice that made you really listen to the conversation. He loved to play the slot machines, his other hobbies included fishing, bowling, drawing, watching football, playing Cribbage with Chazz. Bob enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren especially Rhonna Caelex (daughter of Ronnie and Mindy Traversie). They would have their ways of communicating, be it a little noise to get her attention or a smile that would melt his heart. They would also watch their favorite shows together. Tigh Walter (son of Trampus Tiger) would also spend time with his grandpa watching their favorite football and wrestling on television. They shared their special hugs throughout the day.

Bob is survived by his wife, Caroline "Cissy" Condon, Biological daughter Jackie Wald of Rapid City. Children: Heather Lawrence of Bismarck, Terri (Tom) Smith of Promise SD, Ronnie (Mindy) Traversie of Wakpala SD, Trampus Tiger of Wakpala SD, Kenny Tiger of Wakpala SD, Kennedy Tiger of Wakpala SD, Challis and Chenille Condon of Ft. Yates ND, Mike Wald of Mobridge, Wendi Wald of MO, brothers: Clayton Wald of WY, Elmer Wald of CA, Allen of Hoven SD, Mike and Gordon Condon of Eagle Butte, Randy Crawford of Aberdeen SD, Sisters: Patricia Sobecki of OH, Billy Jean Crawford of Eureka SD, Kathy Johnson of CO, Bernice Condon, June Condon, Karen Condon all of Eagle Butte SD, Grandchildren: Daryl Paige Smith, Tomi Lynn Smith, Bobbi Renae Smith, Kodi Rose Traversie, Curtis Wayne Traversie, Alex Traversie, A. J. Traversie, Rhonna Caelex Traversie, Darian Walter Lawrence, Dayson Anthony Lawrence, Tigh Walter Tiger, Jaylyn Tiger, Jayannah Tiger, Jayce Tiger. Great Grandchild: Brylee Thomas Weleba.

Preceded in death by his mother Vivian, father Pat Condon, brother Gerald, and great grand daughter Aubree Anberlin Weleba.

Pall Bearers: Roger Valandra, Anthony Stricker, Mike Faith, Bradley Laundreaux, Jeremy Gabe, Charles Gabe, Chet Four Bear, Wilbert White Bull.

HONORARY: Bill and Debbie Sherwood, Henry and Annie Harrison, Roger and Aberta Condon, Elliot and Shelly Ward, Robert and Diane Gates, Reva and Red Gates, Rita Loon, Jerry Vaultes, Arlene Hodgkiss, Earlwin Yellow Hammer Sr., Pierre and Holly Laundreaux, Grand River Casino Staff, SRST Ambulance, CRST Ambulance, Ronnie Eagle Chasing, Francis and Linda Thompson, Frankie and Bunny Sue Thompson, Lloyd and Caroline Thompson, Louie "Buster" Laundreaux, Henrietta Laundreaux, Mike Condon, James Condon, Terry Condon, Richard Laundreaux, LeRoy and Doris McGhee, George Laundreaux, Whitey Light Field, Tim and Steph Holzer, Pearl Reiss, Sandy Gabe, Mike Little Bear, Tessi And Mel Scholts, Wayne and Grace Looking Back, Tony and Caroline Jewette, Jasper and Liz Iron Cloud, Sherry Sheilds, David and Debbie Tiger and Family, Beatrice and Wilber Gabe, Doug and Valery Coon, Larry and Marge Bears Heart, Ronnie and Lila Fay Long, Sheri and Will Marshall, Julie and Stan Sulzle, Julianna, Crawford Taken Alive and Family, Virgil and Darlene Taken Alive, Romona Antell, Fern Has Horns, Mary Ann White, Marlene Bowker, Vivian Smith and family, Chuck and Kim Claymore, Mary Leingang, Crystal Vermillion, Tom, JoAnn, Elissa, and J.P. Ducheneaux, Vanette Thompson, Pastor Bryce Schaffer, Delilah Tiger and Family, Douglas White Bull and Family, Mona Four Bear and Family, Darrell Silk, Robert Torrez, Tracy Schillingstad, Pastor Steve Karvowski, and all family and friends and others too numerous to mention.