Sumalee Kirchofner

Sumalee Kirchofner, 63, passed away on Thursday November 28th, 2024 at a Bismarck hospital surrounded by her loving family. 

Sumalee was born on October 31st, 1961. Sumalee lit up any room she was in with her infectious smile and heart of gold. She touched the lives of many, and will be deeply missed. 

Sumalee's passions were spending time with her family that she loved unconditionally, playing with her grandchildren, spending time outside, and cooking.

Sumalee was preceded in death by her father, Victor Beason; and is survived by her mother, Vilai Beason; her sister, Thoy Oulai Vasquez; her husband of 35 years, Wayne Kirchofner; her children, Robert Harper, Annie Kirchofner, Mary Edin, Annie's wife Kaylee Kirchofner, and Mary's fiancé Bobby Ladd; and her 4 beloved grandchildren, Gavyn Yoder (14), Liam Edin (12), Ezren Kirchofner (3), and Maverick Ladd (1). 

Goodbyes are not forever; Goodbyes are not the end; They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again.