Caleb Schuette, 31, of Miller, S.D., passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, in Huron, due to an automobile accident.
Caleb William Schuette was born June 22, 1994, in Pierre, S.D., to Jerry Schuette and Amy Goodrich. He was raised on the family ranch north of Highmore and was very much a country boy from the start. He enjoyed playing on the haystacks, riding on the 4-wheeler, and just being outside getting dirty with his brother, Brennan. Caleb could always find ways to entertain himself and anyone else who was around with very little effort. He was always up for riding in the pickup with Grandpa Jim or his dad, helping out whenever and wherever he could. That helpful nature kept on going until the very day he was lost.
Caleb graduated from Highmore-Harrold High School in 2013. He lived in Pierre for a short time, making new friends, of course, and then moving to Miller, where he would live with peace, joy, trials, and tribulations, many new friends there too, and most of all, cowboy pride!
Caleb loved his family dearly and would be part of any family gathering possible, as that was what was important to him: family. He thrived on being the quirky, belly-laughing, fearless, amazingly funny young man he always had been. That’s what made him the life of the party! Caleb enjoyed making Facebook live videos. The ones with Brennan involved are extremely funny and have to be watched over and over again! When Caleb met Elen Crandall at the state fair years ago, he couldn’t have known how influential she would be in his life as an adult. Their world revolved around each other, and Elen was there for Caleb and Brennan when they lost their dad in November of 2024. He spent the last 2+ years loving and laughing with Elie, and they were indeed the cutest couple bar none!!
No one was a better brother, friend, nephew, grandson, or son than our Caleb. The bond that Caleb and Brennan had as brothers was second to none. They were best friends, partners in crime, and most of all, the dynamic duo who everyone enjoyed listening to their stories and making joy a part of any gathering. This brotherly bond will never be broken!
Caleb was working two jobs and worked them both with pride and perseverance. The Miller Press and the Good Samaritan Society of Miller were places where he flourished and shined and made many friends along the way. He received Awards of Achievement with both of these jobs and made all of us so very proud. His character and charisma made him a very well liked and loved member of both Highmore and Miller communities. He will always be known for being the man of many voices, as he was pretty good at Scooby-Doo and Mrs. Doubtfire impressions as well as many others. He actually took part in a talent show where he showed off these abilities to everyone in town!
Caleb enjoyed bull bashes and rodeos, country music of all kinds (Justin Moore being his favorite), and watching races. He just loved being among the people. He will be forever remembered and missed so dearly. We all love you, Caleb CBS Schuette, country boy swag earl james 62294! Rest in Paradise.
Caleb is cherished by his mom, Amy (Brian) Nielsen of Oacoma S.D.; his best friend and brother, Brennan Schuette of Miller, S.D.; his grandparents, Clara Cisler of Mitchell S.D., Mick (Darlene) Goodrich of Pierre, S.D., and James and Judy Schuette of Highmore, SD; paternal aunts, Peggy Schlechter of Rapid Cit,y S.D., and Sheri Schuette of Highmore, S.D.; maternal aunts, Michaela (Boyd) Erickson of Mitchell, S.D. and Amanda Goodrich of Platte, S.D.; sisters, Rebecca Milbrandt and Courtney Schuette of Highmore, S.D.; maternal uncle, Chad Goodrich of Sandusky, OH; many cousins, friends and acquaintances that Caleb adored wholeheartedly and the amazing people with the Center for Independence in Miller where Caleb thrived and made a great life for himself!! He appreciated all of you so much!!
He was preceded in death by his dad, Jerry Schuette; his maternal and paternal great-grandparents; and many other relatives that meant so very much to Caleb.
Funeral services were Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Highmore, with Rev. Shari Schwedhelm officiating. Burial followed at the Highmore Cemetery.
Luze Funeral Home of Highmore was entrusted with Caleb’s arrangements.
