Born: April 14, 1920
Died: September 19, 2007

Donald Beaumont, age 87, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (September 19th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (September 24th) at Calvary Free Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Alan Arneson officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Bemidji, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday (September 23rd) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Flag presentation will be provided by the Tangen-Walstrom American Legion Post #114 of Fosston and the arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Online guestbook is available at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Donald William Beaumont was born on April 14, 1920 in Bemidji, Minnesota to parents Frank and Paula (Helm) Beaumont. He grew up in Bemidji and graduated from Bemidji High School in 1939. Following high school, he attended Bemidji State Teacher's College for two years.

Don entered the United States Navy on March 7, 1942 and was stationed in Jacksonville, Florida during World War II. He was united in marriage to Marvel Hall on September 26, 1944. Don received his honorable discharge in October of 1945 and he and Marvel returned to Bemidji.

Don then completed his education at Bemidji State, graduating in the Spring of 1947 with a BA degree in Education. After his graduation, they moved to Fosston and Don began his teaching career at Fosston High School as the Industrial Arts teacher. He completed his Master's Degree in Education in 1960. He continued to teach at Fosston until his retirement in 1985 after 38 years of dedicated service to the district. For the first five years of his retirement, Don substitute taught in Fosston and in other nearby schools. He and Marvel have continued to live in Fosston.

He was a member of Calvary Free Lutheran Church in Fosston, the Tangen-Walstrom American Legion Post #114 of Fosston and had been active throughout his career in various teaching organizations.

Don enjoyed spending time with his friends and family and lending a helping hand to anyone. He enjoyed spending time at the lake, fishing (especially with his daughter, Patricia), deer hunting, Monday card club at the Embassy Center, playing cribbage with Bill Woods, maple syruping, making dill pickles and fish, gardening and picking potatoes to give to friends.

His years teaching in Fosston were special to him and he always enjoyed hearing from his former students. Don always looked for the best in each and every student. He will be dearly missed by his family, the community, and all who knew him as a colleague, former student or friend.

Don passed away on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 87 years, five months and five days.

He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 63 years, Marvel of Fosston; one daughter, Patricia (Dennis) Taylor of Annandale, Minnesota; two granddaughters, Kelley (J.P.) Kilanowski of St. Joseph, Minnesota, and Jill (Erick) Bates of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota; two grandsons, Brent Taylor of Annandale, Minnesota, and Jeff (Lisa) Beaumont of Lakeville, Minnesota; two great granddaughters, Camille and Isabella Bates; one brother, Charles (Angela) Beaumont of Little Falls, Minnesota; brothers-in-law, Dale (Rose) Hall of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Jess (Becky) Hall of Zimmerman, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Betty Blankman of International Falls, Minnesota, Helen (Luverne) Nordlund of Clearbrook, Minnesota, and Shirley Anderson of International Falls, Minnesota. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his son, Bruce in 1998; his parents; two sisters, Sadie and Fran; and one brother, Frank.

Honorary Pallbearers will be all relatives and friends Active Pallbearers will be Brent Taylor, Jeff Beaumont, Loren Dryburgh, Bill Woods, Nordin Brinkman, and Richard Miller.

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Born: December 10, 1919
Died: December 02, 2012

U.S. Veteran

Rev. Gerhart M.F. Becker, age 92, of Erskine, Minnesota and formerly from Fertile, Minnesota and Ponsford, Minnesota went to be with his Lord on Sunday, December 2, 2012 at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston, Minnesota assisted the family with arrangements.

He was born to George Flindt and Agnes Mueller Becker on December 10, 1919, in Brooklyn, New York. He worked as a drydock hand for Bethlehem Steel Co., in Hoboken, NJ, before joining the United States Marine Corp. He served as an infantry radio operator (voice/Morse code) in the 5th Marine Division (Iwo Jima Campaign) and in the 2nd Marine Division (troops occupying Japan). Following his military service, Gerhart graduated from Augustana College (1950), Sioux Falls, SD, and Bethany Lutheran Seminary (1953), Mankato, Minnesota. Gerhart fell in love with Catherine Helen Ranzau and they were married in August, 1953.

Following Gerhart's ordination as a Lutheran pastor in October, 1953, they travelled to Nigeria, British West Africa, where they served as missionaries for three years. Gerhart's work in Nigeria involved supervision of 15 schools, visiting pastor to 22 churches, daily travel by auto on rustic local roads covering the 450 sq. miles in his district. After returning to the United States, Gerhart served as pastor of several churches in Iowa and southern Minnesota before accepting the call to serve as pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Ponsford, and Mount Olive Lutheran Church, Detroit Lakes, for 12 years. Gerhart was appointed Postmaster for the Ponsford post office in 1972 and later retired after more than 20 years of service. Catherine ("Cay") passed on to Heaven in June, 1988.

Gerhart met and married Claris Helm in 1990. They lived in the Becker family home in Ponsford for several years before moving to Fertile and, later, to Erskine. Claris passed on in June, 2006. And, Gerhart checked himself into the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in June, 2006.

Gerhart will be lovingly remembered by his ten children Mark of Rochester; Janet (Bryan) of Shoreview; Matthew of Cottage Grove; Miles of Erskine; Monrud (Jim) of Brighton, MA; Julie of Lytle, TX; Max of Phoenix, AZ; Jennifer (Paul) of Plymouth; Joan (Ken) of Park Rapids; and Martin of Pleasanton, CA; as well as 10 grandchildren and step-grandchildren.

Gerhart donated his body to the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. There will be a family celebration of Gerhart's life during the summer of 2013.

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Born: August 31, 1948
Died: December 21, 2013

Ordelle "Del" Beckett, age 65, of Bagley, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (December 21st) at Essentia Hospital in Fosston after a courageous battle with cancer. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (April 12th) at the American Legion Auditorium in Bagley with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston assisted with the arrangements and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Ordelle Joyce Jordahl was born on August 31, 1948 in Bagley, Minnesota to parents John and Olga (Oien) Jordahl. She spent her early years in Bagley and then moved to Franklin, Massachusetts in 1965, graduating from high school there in 1966. It was also in Franklin that Ordelle met the love of her life, Richard Beckett.

They were united in marriage in Franklin on January 27, 1968. Prior to and after her marriage, Ordelle worked as a caregiver at the Wrentham State Hospital in Wrentham, Massachusetts. After Richard returned home from the service in Vietnam, they returned to Franklin for several years. She returned to her job at Wrentham State Hospital until they moved to Bagley in June of 1979. Del was an active and caring person, taking care of her family, and working at several places in Bagley, including Food-n-Fuel, Greensview Nursing Home, the American Legion, Team Industries, and the DAC.

She began her battle with cancer on February 9, 2012. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Bagley. Del loved gardening, reading, antiques, animals of all kinds and was a very creative person.

Her favorite times were spent with her family and friends and she will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Richard Beckett of Bagley; four children, Lori Ann Beckett of Puposki, Minnesota, Richelle (Michael) Condon of Bismarck, North Dakota, Scott Beckett of Bagley, and Jason (Erika) Beckett of Erskine, Minnesota; brothers and sisters, Janet Jordahl Shegrud of Moorhead, Minnesota, John Jordahl of Bagley, James (Shelly) Jordahl of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and Melinda (Brian) Larson of Fosston; 16 grandchildren, Ryan, Jason, Bryant, Sean, Spencer, Alyssa, Owen, Izik, Austin, Christian, Melina, Zachary, Haven, Elizabeth, Aleisha, and Haylee; sister-in-law, Geraldine (Mike) Tavalone of Franklin, MA; and special friend, Theresa Johnson of Bagley. Nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Jerry Jordahl; mother and father-in-law, Robert and Elizabeth Beckett; aunt, Helena Flaherty of Franklin, MA; niece, Gaylene Lewis Smith; great niece, Molly Coutu; and brother-in-law, Dudley Shegrud.

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Born: February 23, 1924
Died: November 15, 2012

Mildred Beckstrom, age 88 from Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Thursday, November 15th at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 2nd at 1:00 PM following regular 10:30 AM worship and dinner at 12:00 PM at Poplar Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fosston with Pastor John Anderson officiating. All services and dinner are at the church and all are welcome to attend. Interment of cremains will be at the church cemetery at a later date, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Mildred Marie Beckstrom was born on February 23, 1924 in Columbia Township, Polk County, Minnesota to parents Carl A. and Camilla (Olson) Beckstrom. She attended the Pine Hill School in Columbia Township from first through Eighth grade, graduated from Fosston High School in Fosston, Minnesota in 1941, and attended Fargo Business College for six months.

Mildred worked at the Farmers State Bank of Fosston from March 1942 until retirement on April 1, 1986. She was a life member of Poplar Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fosston where she was baptized and confirmed, was active in church functions including Ladies Aid, and was church treasurer. She provided to various charities including Christian Childrens Fund, American Bible Society, and many others, and she liked to travel.

On Thursday, November 15, 2012 Mildred passed away at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston at the age of 88 years.

She is survived by Mercedes Beckstrom and family of Fosston, Bill and Izzie Anderson and family of Colorado Springs, Elaine Olson and family of Fosston, Robert and Marilyn Anderson and family of Fosston, Mavis Rieb and family of Fargo, Don and Judi (Beckstrom) Long of Bemidji, Cherie Araujo and Anthony Vergez of California, Michael and Pamela Kelsey and Margot Kelsey and Max Kelsey of Bemidji, and Al and Vicki Olson, Ruth and David Olson, Gary and Mary Jo Olson, Pat and Mike Olson, and Duane and Janet Olson all of Fosston, and Bob and Karen Olson of McIntosh.

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, her sister, Marion Vergez, cousins, Alton and Wilmer Beckstrom, and special friend, Francis Johnson.

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Born: May 03, 1926
Died: July 04, 2013

Mavis Beckstrom Lomen Rieb, age 87, of Fargo, North Dakota, and formerly of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (July 4th) at her home in Fargo. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday (July 9th) at Poplar Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fosston with the Rev. Alan Eppen officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Mavis Genevieve Beckstrom was born to William and Mathilda (Hoff) Beckstrom of rural Fosston, Minnesota, on May 3, 1926. She attended Pine Hill School and graduated from Fosston High School in 1944.

In 1945 she married Joseph Lomen of Lengby and they had seven daughters.

In 1967 she married LeRoy Rieb and they moved to Edgeley, North Dakota where she lived for 45 years. LeRoy passed away in 2004. In August 2012 she moved to Fargo, North Dakota. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Edgeley.

Mavis was known for her subtle sense of humor, her down to earth values, her love of dancing and quilting, and her full cookie jar.

She is survived by her daughters, G Joan Olson, Mesa, AZ; Gail Ireland, Mt. Vernon, Iowa; Pamela (Clark) Forte, Farmington, Minnesota; Paulette (Tom) Hume, Rockland, WI; Vickie (Lindsay) Smith, Adrian, North Dakota; Jackie (Owen) Feltis, Bismarck, North Dakota; and Mary Lambert, Rush City, Minnesota; her sister, Marilyn (Robert) Anderson, Fosston, Minnesota; eleven grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Wilmer and Alton; Joseph Lomen; LeRoy Rieb, and infant grandson, Lee Feltis.

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Born: April 20, 1935
Died: January 23, 2007

Ancel "Speed" Benson, age 71, of Mentor, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, January 23rd at his home in Mentor. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday (January 27th) at Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in First English Lutheran Cemetery, rural Mentor. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Friday (January 26th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Erskine. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. Family condolences may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ancel Wallace Benson was born on April 20, 1935 in Mentor, Minnesota to parents Bennie R. and Nora (Gudmundson) Benson. He was baptized at First English Lutheran Church and grew up and attended school in Mentor.

He was united in marriage to Diane Carole Anderson on January 21, 1961 in Crookston, Minnesota. Following their marriage, they made their home in Mentor. To this union one son, Jerry, was born.

Speed was self employed as a truck driver until he began employment with Anderson Seed Company in rural Mentor.

He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor all of his adult life. He liked to listen to and play country music. He also loved fishing, hunting and has been a collector of tractors and tractor models for many years.

Ancel "Speed" Benson passed away peacefully at his home in Mentor with his family at his side on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at the age of 71 years, nine months and 3 days.

Survivors include his wife, Diane of Mentor; one son, Jerry (Donna) of Colorado Springs, CO; five siblings, Willard (Sharon) of Mentor, Carol (Harley) Kjos of Mentor, Gordon (Deanne) of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Eugene (Cindy) of Mentor, and Nick (Cathie) of Hopkins, Minnesota; two brothers-in-law, Wyman Anderson of Mentor and his friend, Cheryl Koehnen of Woodbury, Minnesota., and Wayne (Mary) Anderson of Stoughton, WI and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Charlotte Broadwell; two brothers, Richard and Reuben; Diane's parents, Laverne and Otto; and brother-in-law, Rodney.

Honorary Pallbearers will be "Everyone at Anderson Seed Company" Active Pallbearers will be Perry Benson, Jeff Benson, Tim Benson, Chad Benson, Brad Benson, and John Moore.

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Died: October 17, 2007

Clarice Benson, age 86, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (October 17th) at Innovis Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday (October 22nd) at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, rural Erskine. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Clarice Jeanette Sandberg was born on January 19, 1921 in Knute Township, rural Erskine, Minnesota to parents Norman and Ida (Maring) Sandberg. She grew up and attended rural school in Knute Township. Her mother died when Clarice was eight years old and she stayed at home to care for her family.

She was married to Kenneth Helgaas on October 19, 1940. After their marriage, they lived in Fertile, McIntosh and Rindal, Minnesota where Kenneth worked as a buttermaker at the Creamery in each community.

Clarice was united in marriage to Chester Benson on May 12, 1971. Together, Chet and Clarice lived in Crookston, Minnesota and settled in Erskine in 1996 where they have since resided.

During her working years, Clarice worked at the Red Owl store and the Top Notch Drive Inn, both in Fertile; the Hartz store, Jenson's Department Store and at the Sunset Home, all in McIntosh; and at JC Penney in Crookston for 15 years until her retirement.

She was a past member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston and a current member of Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine where she had been active in various ladies groups. She was known for her excellent lefse and she liked to sew.

Clarice passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at Innovis Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota at the age of 86 years, eight months and 28 days.

Survivors include her husband, Chester of Erskine; two daughters, Phyllis (Butch) Sturre of Great Falls, MT, and Judith McGavock of Grand Forks, North Dakota; one son, John (Sherri) Helgaas of Crookston, Minnesota; two grandchildren, Kimberly Sturre of Missoula, MT, and Carrie (Carl) Stalnaker of Hamburg, Minnesota; one brother, Joe (Dorothy) Sandberg of Erskine, Minnesota; and one sister, Doris (Kenneth) Bratager of Fosston. Nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Irene; brother, Orvin Sandberg and her parents.

Pallbearers will be Scott Sandberg, Jim Espeseth, Scott Hanson, and Lee Hoaas.

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Born: December 24, 1919
Died: July 10, 2013

Mary Berg, age 93, of Gully, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (July 10th) at Sanford Hospital in Bemidji, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday (July 16th) at Lund Lutheran Church in Gully with Dawn Hanson officiating. Interment will be in Lund Lutheran Cemetery, Gully. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Mary was born December 24, 1919 to Magnus and Anna (Soderlund) Nelson of Weme. She attended school at Weme and on June 5, 1943 she married Elmer Berg. They lived for awhile in Louisiana where Elmer was stationed during his Army Air Corps training and Mary worked as a housekeeper. In 1945 they made their home on a farm east of Gully and lived there for the remainder of their lives. They farmed, had milk cows and raised chickens.

Mary was a 60-year member of the Gully American Legion Auxiliary and also a life long member of Lund Lutheran Church. Mary enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, baking bread, rummage sales, and quilting with the ladies of Lund Church.

Mary is survived by her sons Leslie and Larry (both of Gully), her daughter Betty (Grand Forks) and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, one brother Clarence Nelson, and one sister Ethel (Nelson) Clausen.

Honorary Pallbearers: All of Mary's family and friends

Active Pallbearers: Franklin Buer, Leif Sather, David Spray, Rob Brekke, Darrell Dolalie, and James Sundrud.

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Born: August 07, 1930
Died: March 23, 2012

Kenneth Bergerson, age 81, of rural Gully, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (March 23rd) at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday (March 28th) at Sand Valley Lutheran Church in Trail, Minnesota with Lay Minister Dawn Hanson officiating. Interment will be in Bethany Lutheran Cemetery, rural Gully, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Tuesday (March 27th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Kenneth Melvin Bergerson was born on August 7, 1930 in Johnson Township, rural Gully, Minnesota to parents Bennie and Mabel (Sweno) Bergerson. He was the oldest of ten children. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. Kenneth was a lifelong member of Bethany Lutheran Church of rural Gully where he held several offices. He attended Poplar Isle School. Kenneth attended Plain View country school for two years while staying with his grandma, Mrs. Martin (Karen) Sweno.

Kenneth was united in marriage to Evelyn Idella Peterson on October 14, 1950 at the parsonage in Gully. Kenneth purchased the family farm where he and Evelyn raised their family and had beef cattle, oats and hay. Kenneth also used his self-taught skills to do carpentry work from building homes to sheds to kitchen cabinets all around the area. Over the years, he had many family, friends and neighbors work with him on various jobs. In 2007, the farm received the honor of Century Farm. Besides farming and carpentry work Kenneth was also employed at Gully Lumber for several years in the early 1960s. He also operated a road grader/snowplow for the townships of Johnson, Gully, and Chester.

In 2004, Kenneth fulfilled his longtime wish when he purchased an IH TD6 Bulldozer. His knowledge and ability enabled him to get the bulldozer working and used it around the farm.

Kenneth enjoyed hunting, fishing and country/bluegrass music. He and Evelyn also enjoyed many local musical jam sessions. Family came first in his life and he will always be remembered for his radiant smile.

Survivors include his wife Evelyn of 61 years; Sue Bergerson (Ambrose) Beaudoin, Carol (Bob) Connell, Linda (Lloyd) Godtland, Gail Van de Streek, Alan Bergerson, Julie (Randy) Horn, Jodi (Scot) Thompson, Jeremy (Cathy) Bergerson.

26 grandchildren, Jessica (Todd) Muller, Kimberly (Gary) Hintz, Rebecca (Brian) Fredrickson, Jared (Alyssa), Justin (Sarah), and Tammi Van de Streek (special friend, Jon Mansk), Melissa (Tom) Senger, Jennifer Godtland (special friend, Jay Goodwin), Kent (Patti) Bergerson, Paul (Randi) Beaudoin, Kevin (Amy) Beaudoin, Christina (special friend, Jason Leonard), Todd, Cassondra, Brandon, and Dylan Bergerson, Jason, Jeffrey, Ryan, Aaron and Austin Horn, Tyler and Christopher Thompson, and Carlie, Jayden and Jacie Bergerson; 21 great grandchildren, Zachary, Logan, Cora and McKenzie Hintz, Michaela Fredrickson, Dustyn Handyside, Jaxon Van de Streek, Shayna, Caden, Colby, and Nevaeh Bergerson, Cole and Katie Nelson, Keegan Senger, Spencer Goodwin, Bryce and Matthew Bergerson, Jazmine and Justin Hesse, Byron Beaudoin, and Olivia Beaudoin.

Also surviving are three brothers, Duane (Leona), Glenn (Crystal), and Floyd Bergerson; three sisters, Marlyce (Richard) Kerr, Corrine (special friend, Bernie) Bergerson, and Delores (Glenn) Peterson. Several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Mabel Bergerson; sons, Kenneth Jr., and Kevin; brothers, Melfred, Melvyn and infant brother.

Honorary Pallbearers will be all of Kenneth's family and friends. Active Pallbearers will be Jessica Muller, Melissa Senger, Kent Bergerson, Jason Horn, Christina Bergerson, Tyler Thompson, Dylan Bergerson, and Carlie Bergerson.

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Born: March 19, 1946
Died: September 25, 2009

U.S. Veteran

Richard Benson, age 63, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (September 25th) at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday (September 30th) at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Ryan Rasmussen officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Tuesday (September 29th) at the McIntosh Community Center in McIntosh. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday morning at the church. Military honors will be provided by the McIntosh V.F.W. Post 6891. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Richard Willie Benson was born on March 19, 1946 in Crookston, Minnesota to parents Willie and Ina (Helling) Benson. He was baptized and confirmed at Dovre Lutheran Church in Winger, Minnesota and graduated from McIntosh High School in 1964.

Richard entered the United States Air Force in September of 1964 and was stationed in Japan, Korea and Vietnam. He received his honorable discharge in September of 1968. After his military service, Richard lived in Minneapolis and started working in the field of elevator construction, service and repairs.

He was united in marriage to Patti Goodwin on July 19, 1969. They lived in Minneapolis until returning home to McIntosh in 1980. Richard worked in the elevator trade for 40 years and also took pride in the fact he introduced several family members to the elevator business that he loved. Richard owned and operated Grand Forks Elevator Company from 1991 until his retirement in 2009.

He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church serving a term as Trustee and McIntosh V.F.W. Post #6891. He liked to play cards and video games and had been an avid hunter and fisherman. Richard simply liked being outdoors. From being in the woods to enjoying the hummingbirds and orioles in his feeders at home, Richard enjoyed nature. Most of all, though, he loved spending time with his family.

Richard passed away on Friday, September 25, 2009 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks at the age of 63 years.

Survivors include his loving wife of 40 years, Patti of McIntosh; two daughters, Angie (Kent) Hamre and their children, Brooke and Tori of Albertville, Minnesota, and Tricia (Brad) Scott and their children, Sydney and Tyler of Breezy Point, Minnesota; his mother, Ina Mosser of Erskine, Minnesota; two sisters, June Paulson of Minneapolis, and Kay (Wayne) Strand of Anoka, Minnesota; twin brother, Reynold (Mary) Benson of Grand Forks; step brothers, Jim Mosser and Curtis (Mary Jean) Mosser, both of Minneapolis; and one step sister, Sandy (Jim) Berger of Walker, Minnesota.

Also surviving is Richard's aunt, Irene Helling of Winger, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Carol Carver and Marlys (Marsall) Weibye, both of Hillsboro, North Dakota, Judy (Dave) Hagen and Lorene (Todd) Tranby, both of McIntosh; and brother-in-law, Les (Mary) Goodwin of McIntosh. Numerous nieces and nephews and several cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his father; step-father, Kendall Mosser; mother and father-in-law, Millie and Richard Keller and John Leslie Morris Goodwin; brother-in-law, Howard Carver; and several aunts and uncles.

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Born: March 30, 1918
Died: January 08, 2014

Olive Bergh, age 95, of rural Trail, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (January 8th) at First Care Living Center in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday (January 14th) at Nazareth Lutheran Church, rural Trail, Minnesota with the Rev. Joseph Abrahamson officiating. Interment will be in Bethany Lutheran Cemetery, rural Trail. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Monday (January 13th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Olive Theresa Haugan was born on March 30, 1918 in Hickory Township, rural Trail, Minnesota to parents Halvor and Ingeborg Ostby Haugan. She grew up north of Trail and attended rural school in that area through the eighth grade. In those days, work took priority over school, so she took cleaning jobs in the area to earn extra money. She ended up working for the Bergh family where she met her future husband, Harry Edward Bergh.

When Olive turned 18, she and Harry (The Bergh's youngest son) began dating. They were married November 19, 1938. Shortly after their marriage they took out a loan and purchased the Bergh Family Farm from Harry's dad and began farming. Olive continued to work on the farm raising cows, chickens and sheep until their daughter graduated from high school. At that time she started taking jobs outside the home, cooking in many of the area cafes, sewing for OMC in Oklee, and making wedding cakes for people. She finally landed a job as head cook at Mac Manor Nursing Home where she worked for 17 years. Bothe Harry and Olive retired in their early 70's and rented out the farm. Olive continued to live on the family farm until her health began to fail, at which time she moved in with her daughter in between hospital stays.

She was a member of Nazareth Lutheran Church of rural Trail.

Olive passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at First Care Living Center in Fosston at the age of 95 years, nine months and nine days.

Survivors include her daughter, Darlene (Jerry) Berg of Fosston; two grandchildren, Tory Blasus of Northfield, Minnesota, and Shannon Blasus of Fort Collins, CO; two great granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Brittany Blasus of Rochester, Minnesota; and great grandson, Christian Blasus of Fort Collins; two sisters, Hazel (Cliff) Nyleen of Sutherlin, OR, and Muriel Nelson of Mesa, AZ; and several nieces and nephews.

In 1980, Jerry and Darlene took in a foster child as part of their family, Kieron "Duffy" Brown. Survivors in the Brown family are Duffy's five children, Amber, Dustin, Trevor, Cheyenne, and Ethan; and his grandson, Carter Jeremiah Rhode.

She was preceded in death by her husband; two sisters and their husbands, Harriet and Raymond Emerson and Esther and Sydney Strande; brother in law, George Nelson; and Kieron "Duffy" Brown.

Honorary Pallbearers: First Care Living Center Staff (Many of whom she worked with at Mac Manor)

Active Pallbearers: Thomas Erlandson, Steve Svendsen, Don Landsrud, Allen Strande, Rodney Emerson and Patrick Osmonson.

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Born: May 07, 1930
Died: December 30, 2012

Alberta Berglund, age 82, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (December 30th) at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota after a valiant fight with lung cancer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (January 5th) at New Journey Church in Fosston with Pastor Mark Erickson officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday morning at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Alberta May Churness was born on May 7, 1930 to parents, Sidney and Alma (Jacobson) Churness. She grew up on the family farm and attended school in Greenwood Township, rural Clearbrook. She moved to North Dakota for a short period of time to find work. After returning to Minnesota, she worked at various cafes around the area, including the Little Cafe in Fosston. She worked at the Simplot potato flaking plant for 10 years and in the kitchen at the Magelssen Elementary School for 10 years before retiring. Alberta & Harold took many trips after retirement to see family and friends, as well as for pleasure.

She was set up on a blind date with Harold Berglund in 1949. They married on September 16, 1950, after seeing each other almost daily for a year. Soon after, Harold went into the army at Camp McCoy, Wisconsin. Alberta joined him and Ralph was born in August, 1951 while they were stationed there. They returned to Fosston in 1952. Pam was born in November 1960.

Alberta enjoyed collecting antiques and going to garage sales. She was always willing to help friends and family in need. She had severe arthritis to both hands and feet, but never complained of the pain . She enjoyed spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren and most recently her new great granddaughter.

Survivors include two children, Ralph (Lois) Berglund of Moorhead, Minnesota; Pam Berglund of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota; two grandsons, Nick (Randi) Berglund of West Fargo, North Dakota, and Chris Berglund of Roseau, Minnesota; one great granddaughter, Lauren Berglund of West Fargo, North Dakota; five siblings, Melvin (Lila) Churness of Clearbrook, Minnesota, Ruth (Helmer) Hanson of Clearbrook, Minnesota, Ardella (Marvin) Lindberg of Leonard, Minnesota, Betty (Don) Sorenson of Baudette, Minnesota, and Karen (Vern) Vogh of Osakis, Minnesota; two sisters-in- law, Gerry Berglund of Fosston, Minnesota and Fern Churness of Two Harbors, Minnesota, as well as multiple nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 50 years, Harold Berglund; her parents, three siblings, Elenora Baanrud, Viola (Andy) Anderson, and Harvey Churness; four in-laws, Jennings, Grace, Roy, and Muriel Berglund.

Honoray Pallbearers: All of Alberta's family and friends.

Active Pallbearers: Alberta's two grandsons, Nick Berglund, Chris Berglund; four nephews Mike Churness, David Churness, John Berglund, and Robert Bagne.

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Born: February 06, 2001
Died: June 11, 2010

Dale August Besser, age 9, from Erskine, Minnesota passed away on Friday, June 11th at North Country Regional Hospital in Bemidji, Minnesota due to injuries sustained in an ATV accident.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 18th at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with Rev. Timothy Lundeen and Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery at Erskine. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 17th at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine. (All services will be at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine.) Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine, and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Dale August Besser was born on February 6, 2001 at North Country Regional Hospital in Bemidji, Minnesota to Rick and Dawn (Baumgartner) Besser. He lived in several towns in northwestern Minnesota, including Roseau, Greenbush, and Warroad, and came to live in Erskine in December of 2006. He attended Win-E-Mac Elementary School and spent summers with his mother in the Roseau/Warroad area.

Dale loved sports, especially baseball, football, basketball, hunting, and fishing. He enjoyed crafts, music, singing, and performing in school plays, as well as playing tricks on his brothers, spending time with his family, and playing with his brothers. He always had a smile.

On Friday, June 11, 2010, Dale Besser passed away at North Country Regional Hospital in Bemidji, Minnesota at the age of 9 years.

He is survived by his father Rick (Jennifer) Besser of Erskine, Minnesota and his mother Dawn Baumgartner of Greenbush, Minnesota; brothers Benjamin Besser and Erik Besser of Greenbush, Minnesota, and Noah Besser of Erskine, Minnesota; step-sisters Lindsey Juhl and Madison Juhl of Erskine, Minnesota; grandparents Dave (Bonnie) Salveson of Erskine, Minnesota, Mary Besser of Baudette, Minnesota, Greg (Betsy) Brown of Williams, Minnesota, Larry Baumgartner of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Luanne Baumgartner of Roseau, Minnesota; great grandmothers Mabel Baumgartner of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Bev Carlson of Williams, Minnesota; as well as many other relatives.

He was preceded in death by great grandparents.

Blessed be his memory.

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Born: October 21, 1939
Died: October 12, 2013

Joan Bishop, age 73, of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Saturday, October 12th at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston. A private family get together will be held at a later date. Interment of cremains will be at Kingo Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston assisted with the arrangements.

Joan Olive Emily Hendrickson was born on October 21, 1939 to parents Howard J. and Jewell G. (Hagen) Hendrickson in Fosston, Minnesota.

She attended grade school in Fosston, moved to Crookston, Minnesota and attended there through her junior high years. She graduated from high school in Kent, Washington.

Joan worked in manufacturing for Boeing Aircraft for many years before retiring and returning to Fosston in 2000.

On Saturday, October 12, 2013 Joan passed away at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston at the age of 73 years.

She is survived by her children, Rodney, Angela and Tara; her grandchildren and great grandchildren; her brother, Harlan "Sonny" (Marilyn) Hendrickson of Duluth, Minnesota; the Les and Pat Viken family of Fosston and many others who loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Blessed be her memory

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Born: July 19, 1954
Died: September 10, 2012

Roger Black, age 58, from Red Lake Falls and formerly from McIntosh, Minnesota passed away on Monday, September 10th at his residence in Red Lake Falls under the care of hospice.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, September 14th at 11:00 AM at the McIntosh Community Center in McIntosh with Rev. Dale Mellgren officiating. Interment of cremains will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Bemidji, Minnesota, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh assisted the family with arrangements.

Roger Arthur Black was born on July 19, 1954 to parents Winfield and Viola (Binkley) Black in Bemidji, Minnesota where grew up and attended school.

Roger was married to Judy Anderson. He worked most of his life in the McIntosh, Minnesota area as a mechanic, worked several years for Joe's Auto in Erskine, Minnesota and was well known in the area for his mechanical expertise.

Roger enjoyed hunting (especially deer hunting), and snowmobiling and fishing with his friends and family. He enjoyed his family, and was a good man ready to help his family and friends at a moments notice. Roger was loved, and will be missed by all.

On Monday, September 10, 2012 Roger passed away at his residence in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota under the care of hospice, at the age of 58 years.

He is survived by two daughters, Sherrie Vedbraaten of Red Lake Falls and Samantha Black of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; one son, Chad Neison of Mahnomen, Minnesota; six grandchildren; his father and step-mother, Winfield and Phyllis Black of Bemidji; and two brothers, Doug and Leon Black both of Bemidji.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Viola Black.

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Born: December 24, 1928
Died: March 04, 2011

Elaine Bergman, 82, of McIntosh, Minnesota died peacefully on Friday, March 4, 2011 after spending an evening of love and laughter with her children and grandchildren, at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 10th at 2:00 PM at Our Saviors Lutheran church in McIntosh with Rev. Ryan Rasmussen officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, and there will also be reviewal for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at New Sweden Cemetery, rural McIntosh, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com or cards can be mailed to: The Bergman Family, 13686 180th St. SE., Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. 56750

Elaine Grace Lien was born December 24, 1928 in Madison, Minnesota to Robert and Juella (Lund) Lien, who lived and farmed near Louisburg, Minnesota. She graduated from Appleton High School in 1946, receiving the "I Dare You" award presented to two senior students "who would go places in the world."

Elaine received her degree as a Registered Nurse from the Swedish School of Nursing, Minneapolis, in 1949. Her adventurous spirit was evident early on when she and her fellow classmates drove west to practice nursing at the Naval Hospital in San Diego, California.

It was there that she met George Bergman, a Navy man, from Leonard, Minnesota who was serving his country in the Korean Conflict.

George and Elaine married on September 5, 1953 at Minnesota Valley Lutheran Church of Louisburg, Minnesota. They made their home north of McIntosh, Minnesota in Lessor Township where they raised their five children and operated a dairy farm. In October of 1973 George passed away, leaving Elaine to raise the children. The family worked together to continue the dairy farm, while Elaine worked as director of nursing at Pioneer Memorial Home in Erskine.

She was truly committed to her career in providing the exemplary geriatric care that Pioneer is known for. It was not unusual for her to "hitch a ride" with the snow plow driver to make sure she was able to tend to her residents, and she was extremely proud of the staff and volunteers at Pioneer. She continued that spirit of volunteerism at Pioneer, and with local civic and community groups.

Elaine was an active member of the community of McIntosh as a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, the VFW Auxiliary, and the local AFS chapter, among others. She was an active booster of youth activities including sports, culture and academics. She enjoyed many bus trips across the country with her local Homemakers group, and there was rarely a local sports game she would miss.

Spending time with her grandchildren; enjoying the company of great friends; solving the daily crossword; watching Jeopardy; staying up-to-date on current events; traveling with family and friends; and enjoying music and movies, helped shape Elaine into a great conversationalist. She never ceased to amaze her grandchildren with the ability to talk about anything from sports, entertainment and travel; to culture, politics and art.

Elaine's survivors include her children, Karen (Chuck) Friedley of Mentor, Minnesota; Ron (Melissa Goss) Bergman of Mentor, Minnesota; Julie (Ed) Kees, of Eagan, Minnesota; Kris (Randy) Versdahl of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota; and Gayle (Coby) Burslie of St. Michael, Minnesota. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Mike Friedley, Doug Friedley, Adam (Courtney) Bergman, Amy (Tom) Deacon, Ashley Bergman, Noah Goss, Ryan Kees, Ross Kees, Kari (Danny) Gagner, Erica (Alan) Sundby, Taylor Burslie, Nick Burslie; three great-grandchildren: Jackson and Piper Bergman, and Drew Gagner; and a sister, Delores (Glenn) Rheingans. She also leaves behind many great friends and relatives.

Elaine is preceded in death by husband George (1973); grandson, Brandon Kees (1984); parents Robert and Juella; and sister Janice (1988).

Blessed be the memory of Elaine Bergman.

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Born: January 27, 1933
Died: April 19, 2007

Helen Berntson, age 74, of rural Bagley, Minnesota, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday (April 19th) at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday (April 25th) at the Lengby Baptist Church in Lengby, Minnesota with the Rev. Rick Stapleton officiating. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, rural Lengby. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Tuesday (April 24th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Online guestbook is available at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Helen Annette Solie was born on January 27, 1933 in Lengby, Minnesota to Oscar and Ruth (Taflin) Solie. She attended grade school in Lengby and graduated from Fosston High School in 1951. She grew up attending the Lengby Baptist Church with her family, participating in all the activities the church offered. She accepted the Lord as her Savior as a young girl, was baptized and joined the church.

It was there she met her future husband, Alvin Berntson. They were united in marriage on August 23, 1953. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Aurora, Minnesota, where Alvin worked for the Hanna Mining Company. They returned to Alvin's home farm near Bagley in the late winter of 1954 where he farmed and Helen worked as secretary at the Magelssen Elementary School for 33 years. Together they were blessed with three sons: Terence, Ronald, and Mitchell.

Helen was very active in her church and enjoyed attending Christian Women's meetings. At home she was an avid reader and liked tending her flowers and plants. She loved her grandchildren dearly and doted on them.

Helen passed away peacefully at the First Care Nursing Home on Thursday, April 19, 2007 following a brief bout with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma at the age of 74 years, two months and 23 days.

She is preceded in death by her parents, younger brother Earl, loving husband Alvin, and oldest son Terence.

She is survived by sons Mitchell of rural Bagley; Ronald (Joan) of rural Bagley; and four grandchildren: Serenity, Benjamin, Mary Helen and Jonathan. She is survived also by two sisters Leona (Eugene) Olson of Naples, FL; Mae (Daniel) Olson of Naples, FL; brother David Solie of Fosston, Minnesota; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and their children.

She was faithful, a caregiver, and always looked to the needs of others before her own. She will be missed by all who knew her.

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Died: November 12, 2007

Georgie Bergquist, age 70, of Lengby, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (November 12th) at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

No public services will be held. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston assisted the family with arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Georgie Veryle Brewer was born on February 3, 1937 in Hotchkiss, Colorado to parents George and Gertrude (Noll) Brewer. She lived with her family in various States while finding work picking fruit.

Georgie was married to Glen Bergquist in Idaho. They began raising their family in Washington. Georgie worked various jobs in the area where they lived. They moved to Minnesota in 1971, eventually settling in Lengby in 1977 where they began a dairy farm. Georgie also worked as an aide at the Johnson Rest Home in Fosston. They sold the farm in 1993 and she continued her employment at Johnson’s until its closing. Georgie remained a home health aide until her death.

Georgie loved her job as a home health aide. She loved her hobbies of gardening, collecting movies and taking care of animals. She was the nicest mom this family could hope to have. Our tears run free as her spirit runs free.

Survivors include her five children, Vernon Bergquist of St. Paul, Minnesota, Carol (Steven) Sogla of Trail, Minnesota, Deanna Bergquist of Louisville, KY, Glen, Jr. (Tammy) Bergquist of Blackduck, Minnesota, and Kathy Bergquist of Sioux Falls, SD; two grandsons, Keith Sogla and Cody Bergquist; one granddaughter, Jessica Bergquist; and two great grandsons, Steven Sogla and Preston Gould.

Also surviving are three sisters, Sandy (Leroy) Viles of Lyons, NE, Aldene (Duane) Brown of Pilot Rock, OR and Frances (Raymond) Gibson of Barb, NM; one brother, Cecil Brewer of Maybell, CO; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen; her parents; two sisters and one brother.

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Born: July 11, 1925
Died: January 10, 2013

Doris Bratager, age 87, of Fosston and formerly of Winger, Minnesota passed away on Thursday (January 10th) at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday (January 14th) at Calvary Lutheran Church in Winger with the Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Lutheran Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday (January 13th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. Family will also greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Doris Johanna Mitchell was born on July 11, 1925 in Crookston, Minnesota to parents Skyler and Della (Larson) Mitchell. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith and attended country school.

She was married to Maynard Skeie and he passed away at a young age. In 1972, she married Kenneth Bratager in Winger. Kenneth and Doris lived near Winger for many years before moving to Fosston in recent years.

She was dedicated member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Winger and was active in Ladies Aid and Sunday School. She was also a member of the Winger American Legion Auxiliary and had been a Girl Scout leader.

Doris was a hard worker; she was a good cook and baker, loved polka (especially with her sister Betty), gardening and going for rides. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include her loving husband of 40 years, Kenneth of Fosston; one son, Calvin (Donna) Skeie of McIntosh, Minnesota; two daughters, Patti Broden of Mentor, Minnesota, and Wanda (Bryan) Johnson of Fosston; one brother, Joe (Dorothy) Sandberg of Erskine; brothers-in-law, Boyd (Sylvia) Bratager of Erskine, Arnold (Barbara) Skeie of Green Valley, AZ, and Donald Borgmann of Alexandria, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Shirley Salveson of Moorhead, Minnesota, Charlotte Bonde of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Colleen (Orval) Aakhus of Green Valley, AZ.

Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Kristi Skeie of McIntosh, Anita (Dean) Roy of McIntosh, Ryan Broden of Fertile, Minnesota, Aaron (Greta) Broden of Fertile, Sommar (Ryan) Kemnitz of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Tami (Morgan) Buetow-Staples of St. Paul, and Jennifer (Joshua) Wahlin of McGregor, Minnesota; nine great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Maynard; her parents; sisters, Betty Ashling and Eleanore Mitchell; half sister, Clarice Benson; and half brother, Orvin Sandberg.

Honorary Pallbearers: Grandchildren

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Born: November 19, 1963
Died: November 26, 2009

Linda Bingham, age 46, of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Thursday, November 26th at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 1st at 11:00 AM at St. Marys Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at St. Marys Catholic Church. Interment will be at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Homse of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Linda Marie Bingham was born on November 19, 1963 in Fosston, Minnesota to parents William "Bill" and Bergetta "Betty" (Salvhus) Bingham. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Marys Catholic Church in Fosston, and graduated from Fosston High School in 1982.

Linda married Steve Fjerstad in 1981. They lived in Fosston and in Texas.

Linda worked on Gruman's Farm in Barnes County, North Dakota for a number of years. She also was owner and operator of Dazey Basics, a convenience store and restaurant in Dazey, North Dakota. Due to ill health Linda returned to Fosston in 2007.

She loved taking care of her children, horses, and the outdoors. She made and sold doughnuts, and loved to read. Her dream was to write a romance novel and she was halfway through writing her first book. Linda was a very good writer.

On Thursday, November 26, 2009 Linda passed away at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 46 years and 7 days.

Survivors include three children, Kelsey, Taylor and Trevor Bingham all of Fosston; her parents, Bill and Betty Bingham of Fosston; three sisters, Debbie Lofstrand of Lengby, Minnesota, Pam (Mark) Kreidelcamp of Rogers, North Dakota and Kristi (Brady) Maruska of Bagley, Minnesota; two brothers, Mark (Nina) Bingham of Fosston and Scott Bingham of Cooperstown, North Dakota; as well as many other relatives.

She was preceded in death by an infant son, Benjamin Roy Fjerstad; and her grandparents.

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Born: April 23, 1913
Died: October 16, 2013

Viola Binsz, age 100, of Ortonville, Minnesota and formerly of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (October 16th) at Northridge Nursing Home in Ortonville.

A celebration of Viola's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday (October 23rd) at Bethel Assembly Church in Fosston with Pastor David Johnson officiating. Interment will be in Mamre Cemetery, rural Fosston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service on Tuesday (October 22nd) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Viola M. Braaten was born to Tollef and Olava (Johnson) Braaten on April 23, 1913. She was the youngest of six brothers and sisters and five half brothers and sisters. They lived on a farm that Tollef homesteaded when the Chippewa Territory was opened for settlement in Northern Minnesota. Viola met Robert Binsz, who was a neighbor, and they married in 1931. They took over the farm and three children were born to them: Darald, JoAnn & Lynette.

Viola helped with the farming, milked cows, maintained the yard and always had a big garden and many flower beds which all flourished under her green thumb. She was active in many community and political organizations in the Bagley area. She used her musical abilities in the Bagley Chapel as pianist and singer. She loved her family, cooking and entertaining.

They sold the farm in 1971 and moved to Fosston. Bethel Assembly became their home church and Viola was active in women's ministries, the prayer group, music and nursing home visitation.

They began to travel during the Minnesota winters and explored new places. They made many friends during their trips to Georgia, Texas, Arizona and California. Viola learned to handle their trailer and RV and shared the driving with Robert.

In 1997 they moved to Hemet, CA to be near JoAnn and Clifford, selling their home in Fosston in 1999. Viola moved back to her roots in 2005. She lived in Prairie Pines, an assisted living facility in Fosston, where she renewed many friendships and built new ones. In 2010, after illness no longer allowed her to live alone, she moved to Northridge Residence in Ortonville to be near Lynette. She celebrated her 100th birthday there.

Viola was preceded in death by her parents, all her siblings and her beloved husband Robert, who passed away in 2000. She is survived by her children Darald (Evelyn) Binsz of Winterville, GA, JoAnn (Clifford) Larson of Hemet, CA and Lynette (Mike) Gilbertson of Wilmot, SD; seven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

The family is grateful for the heritage left to us by Viola and Robert. Viola went to be with her Savior on October 16, 2013. She is now "Safe In The Arms of Jesus."

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Died: October 30, 2010

U.S. Veteran

Barbara Birkeland, age 90, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at Lake Harris Health Center in Leesburg, Florida.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (October 15th) at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Barbara Louise Nelson was born on March 1, 1920 in Bangor, Maine to Arthur and Mary Nelson. She was raised in Bangor, graduated from Bangor High School, and attended Husson College.

In 1943 she enlisted in the US Army and was assigned to the Army Medical Corps in Australia, New Guinea, and the Philippines. After her honorable discharge at the end of the war in 1945, she returned home to Bangor and began working at Dow Air Field. There she met and married Frederick Birkeland in August of 1949. Together they raised three daughters traveling across the country and overseas as they accompanied Fred in his military career.

After Fred's retirement, they moved to Fosston in 1973 where Barbara was employed at Midway Boarding Care as a Certified Nurse Assistant until she retired. She moved to Florida in 2004.

She is survived by her daughters, Mary (James) Laws of Fruitland Park, Florida and Christine (James) Brademan of Placida, Florida; her grandchildren, Erik Tranby of Duluth, Minnesota, Elizabeth (Jonathan) Klemer of Boise, Idaho, and Frederick Crabtree of Pensacola, Florida, and four great-grandchildren Griffin, Anya, William and Grace.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Frederick, six brothers, two sisters, her daughter, Ingrid and granddaughter, Anna.

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Born: August 31, 1929
Died: December 26, 2013

Armand Blais, age 84, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (December 26th) at his home. No services will be held at this time. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh.

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Born: July 05, 1932
Died: May 28, 2010

Gloris Blix, age 77, from Naples, Florida, passed away on Friday, May 28th at her home in Naples.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, June 19th at 11:00 AM at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, Minnesota with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. A time for family and friends to gather will be held for one hour before the service at the funeral home. Interment of cremains will be at Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Gloris Arlene (Vennes) Blix was born July 5, 1932 in McIntosh, Minnesota, to Carl and Inez (Carver) Vennes, the fourth of five children. She grew up on a farm near McIntosh and attended school in Fosston, Minnesota.

Gloris was joined in marriage to Keith L. Blix on May 14, 1949 in Fosston. They raised three children together and lived in several communities in North Dakota and Minnesota as Keith's career with Otter Tail Power Company advanced. Gloris and Keith retired to Naples, Florida in 1984 where they remained until their deaths.

Gloris was energetic, generous, and friendly. She contributed regularly to her church and other charities, and maintained a loving commitment to her children and grandchildren. She helped Keith build a house and remodel two others, and she held various jobs that allowed her to work with people. She was recognized as the top Tupperware sales person in southern Minnesota for several years. During the past twenty-six years, the Enchanting Shores neighborhood in Naples was home to Gloris and Keith. Gloris was active in community activities there, and she enjoyed a close network of friends. She was small in stature, but she had a large presence with the people in her life. She will be missed.

On Friday, May 28, 2010, Gloris passed away at her home in Naples, Florida at the age of 77 years.

She is survived by her three children, Peggy (Wayne) Thompson of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, James (Sara) Blix of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, and Gerald Blix of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; six grandchildren, Dawn (Jason) Gulbranson, Stephanie (Bill) Helser, Keith (Jennifer) Blix, Eric Blix, Michael Blix, and Ryan Blix; and six great grandchildren.

Gloris was preceded in death by her husband Keith; her parents; three brothers, Joel Vennes, Gordon Vennes, and Kennard Vennes; and her sister Idella Eck.

Gloris was a devout Christian, and her family and friends find consolation and joy in the knowledge that she has joined with Keith in the embrace of our Savior.

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Born: July 06, 1925

Died: April 02, 2009

Audrey Borgen, age 83, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (April 2nd) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday (April 9th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center Chapel with Pastor Gary Johnson officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, rural Erskine in the spring. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Audrey Mae Mienerts was born on July 6, 1925 in Burlington, Iowa to parents Harry and Myrtle (Truehl) Mienerts. They moved back to Raymond, Minnesota and then to rural Erskine. She attended 7th and 8th grade at the Oppegaard School and then high school in Erskine.

She worked around the area and while working at the cafe in McIntosh, Minnesota, she met Earle C. Borgen. They were married on January 19, 1947. They resided in Barrett, Minnesota until 1952 when they moved back to Erskine where she has resided since. She worked as a waitress for Leon and Edie's Cafe; also worked for Molly Ness at Gambles Hardware Store in Erskine.

She loved horses and had Bessie for quite a few years and numerous cats and dogs. She helped out at her brothers farm in rural Erskine during the summers. She enjoyed life and always dressed so nifty. She entered the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine in October of 2003 where she resided until her death on April 2, 2009.

Audrey had no children. She is survived by nieces, Barbara Johnstone of Erskine, Judith Lindseth of McIntosh, Sandra (Robert) Swanson of Gatzke, Minnesota, Faith Vierzba of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and Diane (Robert) Olson of Garland, Texas; one nephew, Mike (Rita) Stenlund of Albany, Minnesota; and 13 great-nieces and nephews and their families.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Earle on May 12, 1999; her parents; brothers, Theodore and Harry Mienerts, Jr.; sisters, Margaret Norling, Evelyn Clausen and Darlene Stenlund.

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Born: November 25, 1925

Died: October 02, 2006

Lorraine Brekke, 80, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (October 2nd) at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (October 6th) at Vernes Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh with the Rev. Dr. Gerald White officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh.

Lorraine Thelma Syverson was born on November 25, 1925 in Hill River Township, rural Trail, Minnesota to parents Ted and Linda (Christianson) Syverson. She attended school at the Lindsay School in Hill River Township and graduated from McIntosh High School.

She was united in marriage to Rueben Brekke on May 27, 1950. They lived in Hill River Township until 1977 when they moved to McIntosh. They were currently residing at Poplar Meadows in McIntosh.

Lorraine was a life-long member of Vernes Lutheran Church. She enjoyed baking, making lefse, knitting, crocheting, and family gatherings.

Lorraine passed away on Monday, October 2, 2006 at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 80 years.

Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Rueben of McIntosh; three sons, Wesley (Valerie) Brekke of McIntosh, Wayne (Renee) Brekke of Trail, and Jeffrey Brekke of Trail; two granddaughters, Beth (Shawn) Rominski of Stephen, Minnesota, and Sandy (Todd Enger) Brekke of Horace, North Dakota; three great grandchildren, Emma, Mason and Henry Rominski.

Also surviving are four brothers, Floyd (Delores) Syverson of Fosston, Arnold (Conne) Syverson of Trail, Entrip (Sharon) Syverson of Lakeville, Minnesota, and Karsten (Corky) Syverson of McIntosh; six sisters, Ruby Heideman of McIntosh, Ardell (Lloyd) Opdahl of Oklee, Minnesota, Eleanora (Morris) Hendrickson of Trail, Bernice (Jerome) Voxland of McIntosh, Gloria (Mark) Morque of Lebanon, MO, and Viola (Richard) Georgeson of Hillsboro, North Dakota; one sister-in-law, Leona Brekke of Oklee, Minnesota. Many cousins, nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Verna Syverson; infant twin sister and brother; and brothers-in-law, Curtis Heideman, Art and his wife, Esther Brekke, Norris Brekke and Lloyd Brekke.

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Born: March 26, 1955

Died: February 15, 2008

U.S. Veteran

Lt. Richard Brierly USCG (ret.) and age 52, from Moorhead and formerly from rural, Fosston, Minnesota passed away at his home in Moorhead on Friday, February 15th after succumbing from a long illness. Memorial services will be held on Monday, February 25th at 11:00 AM at Vernes Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh, Minnesota with Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment of cremains will be at Vernes Lutheran Cemetery and there will also be an official military burial at sea at a later date. Full Military Honors will be rendered by the United States Coast Guard of Duluth and the Grand Forks Air Force Base Honor Guard. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Online guestbook is available at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Richard Mark Brierly was born on March 26 1955 in Amityville, New York to parents John and Barbara (Baker) Brierly. He grew up in Massapequa, NY and graduated from W.T. Clarke in East Meadow, NY in 1973. Following high school, he attended Nathanial Hawthorn College and graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business and Aviation.

Richard entered the United States Air Force and after being stationed at Portsmouth Air Force Base in Nashua, NH he was offered a commission to the United States Coast Guard in September 1977 and was stationed in Washington DC. He was united in marriage to Cynthia Cecile Davidson on August 20, 1977. Richard received a Medical discharge from the United States Coast Guard in 1992 and he and Cynthia moved to Orlando, FL for a short time where he worked for Walt Disney Company. Richard then moved to Fosston, Minnesota where he worked for R & L Ride Service from 1993 to 2007 when he moved to Moorhead, Minnesota.

He was a member of Vernes Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh, Minnesota.

Richard enjoyed spending time with his friends and family and lending a helping hand to anyone. He obtained his commercial flying license and he enjoyed flying while his health permitted him to do so. When he had to stop flying he enjoyed playing Flight Simulator to help him keep his knowledge of flying current. Richard also enjoyed music very much. He enjoyed composing and playing the piano and organ. Also while in high school he had the opportunity to study with the Boston Symphony Summer Youth Program. Where he played the Trombone and Bass Trombone.

On Friday, February 15, 2008 Lt. Richard Brierly USCG (ret.) passed away at his home in Moorhead after succumbing from a long illness at the age of 52 years.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Cynthia of Fosston, Minnesota; two sons, Richard Jr (Kris Kinnear) Brierly and grandson, Brandon of Burson, CA and Robert (fiance Renae Witt) Brierly of Moorhead MN. Also survived by his father John H. (stepmother Jeanne) Brierly of Blue Bell, PA; brother, John (Margaret) Brierly of West Islip, NY; cousin, David (Mary) Brierly of Cordova, MD; and numerous nieces, nephews and other cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Louise (Baker) Brierly; and his grandparents, Harry Baker and Louise Baker and John H. Brierly, Sr. and Mary Brierly.

Honorary pallbearers are sons, Richard and Robert Brierly and brother, John Brierly.

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Born: February 28, 1949

Died: June 14, 2012

Wayne Brekke, age 63, of Gully, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (June 14th) at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (June 18th) at Lund Lutheran Church in Gully with Dawn Hanson officiating. Interment will be in Lund Lutheran Cemetery, Gully. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com. Wayne Benry Brekke was born, February 28, 1949, the second of four children, died June 14, 2012 of cancer. He was the son of Raymond and Grace Brekke. Wayne's middle name was after his two grandfathers, Ben Brekke and Henry Bergh. Wayne attended Gully Grade School. In 1962, the Brekke family moved to the cities. Wayne graduated from Richfield H.S. in 1967. He then went on to attended and graduate from Northland Community College in Thief River Falls. While at Northland, he was on the college wrestling team. From there he went to Moorhead State University where he graduated with a business degree.

After graduation, he moved to Phoenix, Arizona where he was in real estate for about 25 years. In 1995 Wayne returned to Gully to farm. He always said about Gully, "Where men are men and women appreciate them," and then he would smile. Wayne loved reminiscing about family and friends, visiting with his friends at Tora Bora and at Tony's Lazy X. He liked sports, playing them in his earlier days and watching them later. Gardening, reading and politics were other passions of his. If you knew him, you knew which political party he favored.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Grace Brekke.

He is survived by sisters, Cheryl Plante and Merlaine Evje, of Bemidji, brother, Rob Brekke, Gully. Brothers-in-law, Dan Plante, Gary Evje, sister-in-law Patty Brekke, nieces, Chantal Plante Ghosn and Elizabeth Svor (Brian), great niece and nephew, Savanna and Alexander Ghosn. Aunts, Iona Berry, Oklee, Blanch Robbins, Richfield, June Bergh, Gully. Uncle, Willard Robbins, and many cousins and friends. The family of Wayne Brekke would like to take this opportunity to extend a special thank you to our cousin Doug Robbins who has done so much for Wayne.

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Born: May 02, 1925
Died: February 14, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Kenneth Bratager, age 88 of Fosston, Minnesota and formerly from Winger, Minnesota passed away on Friday, February 14th at his residence at Prairie Pines Assisted Living in Fosston. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, February 22nd at 11:00 AM at Calvary Lutheran Church in Winger with Rev. Scott Morey officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 21st from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. Family will also greet friends for one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment of cremains will be at Calvary Lutheran Cemetery in Winger at a later date, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Kenneth Stanley Bratager was born May 2, 1925 to parents Bernt and Clara (Rensland) Bratager at Cummings, North Dakota. He attended school in Climax, Minnesota and then moved with his family to Winger, Minnesota where he attended Gosen School through 8th grade.

Kenneth served in the U.S. Army in Korea from December 4, 1950 to November 17, 1952 with the 11th Evacuation Hospital Unit. After his Honorable Discharge he returned home to Winger.

Kenneth was married to Doris Skeie on February 4, 1972. They lived near Winger where Kenneth farmed with his brother Boyd for many years. In 2001, Kenneth and Doris moved to Fosston, Minnesota.

He was a 44 year member of the Fingstad-Solie American Legion, Post 200 in Winger, and a member of the VFW. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren and the rest of his family.

On Friday, February 14, 2014 Kenneth passed away at his residence at Prairie Pines Assisted Living in Fosston at the age of 88 years.

He is survived by a son, Calvin (Donna) Skeie of McIntosh, Minnesota; daughters, Patti Broden of Mentor, Minnesota and Wanda (Bryan) Johnson of Fosston; brother, Boyd (Sylvia) Bratager of Erskine, Minnesota; sister, Shirley Salveson of Moorhead, Minnesota; brother-in-law, Joe (Dorothy) Sandberg of Erskine; seven grandchildren, Kristi Skeie of McIntosh, Anita (Dean) Roy of McIntosh, Ryan Broden of Fertile, Minnesota, Aaron (Greta) Broden of Fertile, Sommar (Ryan) Kemnitz of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Tami (Morgan) Buetow-Staples of St. Paul, and Jennifer (Joshua) Wahlin of McGregor, Minnesota; nine great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Doris; brother, Lowell Bratager; and sister, Charlotte Bonde.

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Born: December 03, 1934
Died: December 14, 2006

Lillian Bjornerud, 72, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (December 14th) as a result of injuries she sustained in a car/train accident in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday (December 19th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Immanuel Cemetery, rural Lengby, Minnesota. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Merit Care Childrens Hospital in care of Merit Care Foundation. Online register book is available at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Lillian Opal Lomen was born on December 3, 1934, in Lengby, Minnesota to parents Knute and Anna (Anderson) Lomen. She was baptized at Immanuel Church in Lengby and confirmed at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston.

Lillian was united in marriage to Roy Bjornerud on March 26, 1955. She received her Licensed Practical Nurse training in Crookston, Minnesota. She worked part time for one year at the hospital in International Falls, Minnesota. They moved to Fosston in May of 1956 where she worked for 31 years at the Fosston Hospital and Nursing Home. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston, the McIntosh VFW Auxiliary Post #6891 and the Tangen-Walstrom American Legion Auxiliary Post #114 of Fosston.

Lillian's passion for helping others continued far beyond retirement. She devoted many hours of her time to the Fosston Embassy Community Center and was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Lillian loved gardening, quilting, cross country skiing, horses, crocheting/sewing, and dancing. Most importantly, she loved her family and caring for her grandchildren. You felt the love, enthusiasm, and the warmth of her smile whenever she was near. Her joy and laughter made you feel warm inside. Our memories of her will live in our hearts forever.

Lillian passed away tragically on Thursday, December 14, 2006 as a result of a car/train accident in Fosston at the age of 72 years and 11 days.

Survivors include her husband, Roy of Fosston; four daughters, Karlyn (Richard) Sistad of Fosston, Dawn (Joe) Hammer of Black Hawk, SD, Cynthia "Cindy" (Steve) Green of Fosston, and Lori (Mike) Swecker of Anchorage, AK; one son, Rocky (Debbie) Bjornerud of Menifee, CA; 17 grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 7 step great grandchildren; one brother, Klemence Lomen of Oregon; three sisters, Myrtle (Jesse) Robbins of Yucaipa, CA, Viola (Laddie) Bata of Park River, North Dakota, and Thelma (Teri) Tangen of Crookston, Minnesota; one brother-in-law, James (Gloria) Bjornerud of Appleton, WI. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Joseph Lomen and Leo Lomen; two sisters, Pearl Lomen Bjornerud and Ida Lomen Forsberg; one great granddaughter, Lillian Elizabeth Green; and one great grandson, James Dean Wiest.

Pallbearers will be Chad Hanson, Adam Hanson, Curt Green, Davin Bjornerud, Michael Green, Joseph Hammer, and Michael Wedin.

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Born: November 30, 1923
Died: November 17, 2009

Stanley Brekke, age 85, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (November 17th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday (November 22nd) at Trinity Free Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh with the Rev. Dale Mellgren officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Sunday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Stanley Thorvald Brekke was born on November 30, 1923 in Lessor Township, rural McIntosh, Minnesota to parents Albert and Selma (Midboe) Brekke. He grew up in Lessor Township, attended rural school through the eighth grade and graduated from McIntosh High School in 1943. Following high school, he began work as a mechanic for Hoffard's Garage in McIntosh.

Stanley was united in marriage to Lorraine Hanson on June 21, 1947 at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine. Following their marriage, they lived for a short time in Fairbanks, Alaska before returning to McIntosh where Stanley and Lorraine both worked for Haagenson-Tranby Construction Company.

In 1955, Stanley owned and operated Brekke Standard Oil in McIntosh. During that time, he also operated the International Harvester Implement where he sold farm machinery, school buses, trucks and used cars. In addition, Stanley farmed and and raised hereford cattle. Stanley was in business for 50 years until his retirement in 2005.

He was a life member of Trinity Free Lutheran Church and served with Gideons International for many years. He loved farming and raising beef cattle though spending time with his family was his priority. Stanley especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Stanley passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 85 years.

Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Lorraine of McIntosh; two daughters, Ruth (Troy) Palmer of McIntosh and Renae (Roy) Davis of Waunakee, WI; grandchildren, Matthew Lalley of Seattle, WA, Clark (Jenna) Palmer of International Falls, Minnesota, Craig (Lacy) Palmer of McIntosh, and Robert and Paige Davis of Waunakee, WI; two sisters, Bernice (Ervin) Hanson of Erskine, and Eleanore (Melvin) Hovland of Sisseton, SD; also surviving are sister and brother-in-law, Don and Mildred Hansen of McIntosh. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one granddaughter, Angela; brother, Lester; sisters, Ione Hansen and Myrtle Palm; and brother-in-law, Cal Palm.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the Gideons.

Active Pallbearers will be Stanley's nephews, Jim Brekke, Mark Hansen, Keith Hansen, Rick Palm, Steve Palm, Steve Hanson, Nathan Hanson, James Hanson, David Hovland and Mark Hans.

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Born: May 12, 1926
Died: September 06, 2009

Nimrod Brink, Jr., age 83, of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Sunday, September 6th at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday (September 11th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with the Rev. Sarah Lawton officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Fosston at a later date. Friends may call for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Nimrod Gustav Brink, Jr. was born May 12, 1926 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Nimrod and Hjordis (Bang) Brink. He moved with his parents to Queen township in rural Fosston, Minnesota and assisted his parents on the farm. Later on, he purchased his own acreage which he farmed until his retirement in 1991. Following his retirement, he moved to Fosston. He resided at his home in Fosston until August of 2007 when he became a resident of the Midway Care Center.

Nimrod passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at the Midway Care Center at the age of 83 years.

He is survived by his sister, Sonja (Mardell) Boyum of New London, WI; two nieces, Kimberly Brink of Long Beach, CA and Debra (Robert) Klasing of Coppell, TX; and one nephew, John Boyum of Milwaukee, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Franklin Brink, and nephew, Kevin Brink.

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Born: May 08, 1929
Died: October 03, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Roy Bjornerud, age 85, of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Friday, October 3rd at his home in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 9th at 2:00 PM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church on Thursday, and interment will be at Hope Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Roy Ervin Bjornerud was born on May 8, 1929 to parents Albert and Gena (Haltli) Bjornerud in Fosston, Minnesota. He graduated from Fosston High School in 1947 and attended one year of college. Roy served in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1954.

He married Pearl Lomen in 1953. Pearl passed away the next year in 1954.

In 1955, Roy married Lillian Lomen. He ran his own carpentry business with Derry DeFrang for many years. He obtained his Peace Officer Degree in 1978 and worked as a Polk County Deputy until retirement in 1992.

Roy was a long-standing member of the American Legion. He enjoyed woodworking, and his horses in his retirement years.

Roy passed away at his home in Fosston on Friday, October 3, 2014 at the age of 85 years.

Survivors include son Rocky (Deborah) Bjornerud of Vista, California, daughters Dawn (Joe) Hammer of Black Hawk, South Dakota, Cynthia (Steve) Green of Fosston, and Lori (Mike) Swecker of Anchorage, Alaska, and his brother Jim (Gloria) Bjornerud of Wisconsin. Roy is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Pearl, wife Lillian, his daughter Karlyn, brothers Al and Russel, sister Violet Rossell, and an infant sister.

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Died: March 09, 2010

U.S. Veteran

Melvin Borseth, age 84, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (March 9th) at Merit Care Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (March 13th) at Calvary Free Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Alan Arneson officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Friday (March 12th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and an online guestbook is available at carlinhoialmen.com.

Melvin Orvel Borseth was born on April 30, 1925 in Fosston, Minnesota to Adolph and Sarah (Landsverk) Borseth. He attended county school. He was a World War II veteran stationed in the Aleutian Islands, serving from February 24, 1945 until his honorable discharge on November 14, 1946. He was united in marriage to Dona Hanson on December 20, 1958. To this union, two children were born, Julie and Mark.

Melvin farmed early in life and worked at Haugstul's in Fosston at Forsell's 2 & 59 truck stop at Erskine. He then worked construction on numerous pipelines, missile sites and power plant projects until his retirement in 1998.

He enjoyed doing things with grandchildren, taking them fishing and other places, riding bike with them and enjoyed riding four wheeler. His favorite times were spent with his family. He was a kind and gentle person with a heart of gold.

He enjoyed music so much and playing with his Calvary Singers, playing mandolin with the group. He was a member of Calvary Free Lutheran Church and had been on the church board as a trustee and head usher. Recently, he had been recovering from a fall at the Neilson Place in Bemidji, Minnesota.

Melvin passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Merit Care Hospital in Fargo at the age of 84 years, 10 months and nine days.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Dona of Fosston; daughter, Julie (Boyd) Oppegaard of Erskine, Minnesota; son, Mark (Denise) Borseth of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Elizabeth, Ryan and Tyler Oppegaard of Erskine, Brittany Borseth of Fargo, North Dakota and Christopher Borseth of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; one brother, Kenneth Borseth of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dave Hanson of Mentor, Minnesota, Chuck (Sandy) Hanson of Selby, SD, and Cindy Hanson of Mentor, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister and brother-in-law, Anora and Philip Hedlund.

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Born: April 23, 1931
Died: January 03, 2012

Clarice Brinkman, age 80, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (January 3rd) at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (January 7th) at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service on Friday (January 6th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Clarice Arlene Kjolhaug was born on April 23, 1931 in Fosston, Minnesota to parents Tollef and Clara (Svedahl) Kjolhaug. She attended Sletten country school in rural Fosston and graduated from the AC in Crookston, Minnesota. After graduation, she pursued her nursing career in Minot, North Dakota before returning to Fosston where she worked as a nurse for 38 years.

Clarice was united in marriage to Glen Brinkman on June 20, 1953 and together they raised six children.

She was a member of Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston.

Clarice's favorite song was, "You are my Sunshine" but it was she who was our sunshine by how she loved, her gentle soul and her sweet, sweet smile.

Survivors include her six children, Sue (Rick) Skadsem of Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, Jim Brinkman of Erskine, Minnesota, Sharon (Garry) Kotts of Stephen, Minnesota, Jo (Terry) Miller of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Beverly (Jon) Hodgson of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Bob (Christy) Brinkman of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota; eleven grandchildren, Steve (Sara) Skadsem, Christina (Tim) Cox, Timothy Skadsem, Courtney and Nathan Kotts, Benjamin and Samuel Hodgson, Tristan and Ava Miller, and Ryan and Emma Brinkman; three great grandchildren, Jordan, Brenna, and Maren Skadsem. Other relatives also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband on November 2, 1992; her parents; and her brother, Tollef, Jr.

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