Gloria Jean Black, 74, formerly of Gillette Wyoming passed away on February 14, 2021 at the United Living Center in Brookings, South Dakota. Mrs. Black fought a long battle with Alzheimer's.  There are currently no services planned.

Jeannie was born on December 30, 1946 to John and Alma (Klucker) Dikoff in Mobridge, South Dakota. She grew up on the family farm near Timber Lake, South Dakota. Jeannie graduated from Timber Lake High School in May of 1964.

Jeannie married Gary Black at the Bethlehem Church in Gillette, Wyoming on June 24 ^th , 1978. They raised three sons in the Gillette area, all of whom graduated from Wright Jr. Sr. High School.

Jeannie spent most of her life in the Gillette, Wyoming area working in the energy industry. She was well known to be a very dedicated and hard worker. She spent 6 years with Morris Construction before going to work for Western Gas/Anadarko. When she retired from Anadarko, she had 26 years of service to her name. Jeannie was an endearing character in the office and befriended many coworkers along the way. She was always good for a laugh at the office.

Jeannie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She especially enjoyed cooking and baking with her grandchildren. Throughout her life she enjoyed several pastimes including bowling, playing cards, and socializing with friends. She loved classic country music and always had it playing in the background wherever she was.

Jeannie is survived by three sons: Jamie and Allyson (Tomball, Texas), Jason and Lindsay (Gillette, Wyoming), Josh (Gillette, Wyoming) and ten grandchildren: Jade Black, Tierney Prinsen, Ashley Black, Shayna Hein, Emily Black, Colt Wagoner, Kara Black, Sara Black, Skylar Black and Jet Black. She is also survived by one former daughter in law, Brandi Black (Cypress Texas). She will be greatly missed by all.

Jeannie was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Kenneth Dikoff.

Memorials and condolences may be sent in her name in care of Eidsness Funeral Home, 1617 Orchard Dr. Brookings, South Dakota 57006.