Allen Lloyd Marzolf Jr., 60 of Newell, South Dakota, passed away suddenly on March 17, 2026, at Monument Health Hospital in Rapid City, SD.

Allen was born on January 26, 1966, in Deadwood, SD, to Allen and Doris Marzolf. He attended school in Deadwood and Lead, graduating in 1985. During high school, he enjoyed playing football and running track. His first job was at the local bowling alley. Following graduation, he worked at Terry Schulte Chevrolet in Sioux Falls, Hersruds of Sturgis, Meade County School District 09-2, Black Hills Auto Care, and Hersruds of Belle Fourche. Allen married Kim Baker in Newell in October 2001.

He lived a simple life. He enjoyed Jeeping and 4-wheeling in the Black Hills, hunting deer and pheasants, doing 3-D puzzles, working with his hands, and spending time with his family and friends. Allen was a big fan of NASCAR, Dale Earnhardt, General Motors, and the Atlanta Braves. His two dogs, Yukon King (Malamute) and Mack (Australian Shepherd/Black Lab), hold a special spot in his heart.

Due to health issues, he retired in January 2025. In June 2025, he was diagnosed with Stage IV Adenocarcinoma (NSCLC). He fought cancer to the end.

Surviving family members are: his wife, Kim; siblings, Gloria Clausen, David (Brenda) Marzolf, Shirley (Don) Harvey, Peggy Lundgren, Cindy Findley, and Tina Marzolf; brother-in-law, Steve Palmer; and many nieces and nephews.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Debbie Palmer, and brother-in-law, Carl Clausen.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, April 19, 2026 , 4-7 pm, at The Thunderdome, 12976 SD Hwy 34 in Sturgis.  

An online guestbook and video tribute are available, and condolences may be sent to the family at www.kinkadefunerals.com.