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Sioux Falls community gathers to honor the life of Lois Roelofs
Downtown burger favorite JL Beers to reopen after water line break; Habitat for Humanity boosts Owen's Outfitters' mission
Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:31am
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The Sioux Falls community is coming together to celebrate the life of longtime nursing educator Lois Anne Roelofs, who passed away at the age of 83. Meanwhile, downtown favorite JL Beers is set to reopen after a water line break forced a sudden closure, and Habitat for Humanity is helping to renovate the warehouse of nonprofit Owen's Outfitters, which provides free medical equipment to local residents.
Why it matters
Roelofs was a respected figure in the Sioux Falls community, having dedicated her career to nursing education. The community gathering to honor her life reflects the importance of recognizing and celebrating the contributions of local leaders. The reopening of JL Beers and the Habitat for Humanity project also highlight the resilience and community spirit of Sioux Falls, as businesses and nonprofits work to overcome challenges and continue serving the local population.
The details
A celebration of Lois Anne Roelofs' life will be held on Friday, January 30th at Westminster Presbyterian Church, followed by a second gathering on Saturday at The Village Cooperative. Memorials are encouraged to support Westminster's Food & Pantry Ministry. Downtown burger favorite JL Beers is set to reopen on Friday after a broken private water line forced a sudden closure and street repairs along Phillips Avenue. Habitat for Humanity volunteers are renovating the new warehouse of nonprofit Owen's Outfitters, which provides free medical equipment like braces and diabetic supplies to local residents who struggle to afford essential items.
- The celebration of Lois Anne Roelofs' life will be held on Friday, January 30th.
- A second gathering for Roelofs is planned for Saturday at The Village Cooperative.
- JL Beers plans to reopen on Friday after a water line break forced a sudden closure.
The players
Lois Anne Roelofs
An 83-year-old longtime nursing educator in the Sioux Falls community.
JL Beers
A popular downtown Sioux Falls burger restaurant.
Owen's Outfitters
A nonprofit organization that provides free medical equipment to local residents who struggle to afford essential items.
Habitat for Humanity
A nonprofit organization that is renovating the warehouse of Owen's Outfitters through its Neighborhood Revitalization Program.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in Sioux Falls, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
The takeaway
The Sioux Falls community is coming together to honor the legacy of a respected nursing educator, while also supporting local businesses and nonprofits that are working to serve the community. This reflects the resilience and community spirit of the city, as residents and organizations collaborate to overcome challenges and make a positive impact.
