Born: December 14, 1924
Died: April 13, 2009

Alene Clementson, age 84, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (April 13th) at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday (April 17th) at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Thursday (April 16th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston.

There will also be reviewal 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.

Alene Margaret Naastad was born December 14, 1924 to Lorentz and Louise (Berglund) Naastad in Aiktow, Saskatchewan, Canada. She was baptized in Canada. At the age of one year she moved with her parents and brothers to Queen Township in Polk County, Minnesota. She was confirmed on April 22, 1939 by Rev. G. Gulberg at Cross Lake Lutheran Church, Queen Township rural Fosston.

She attended Happy Corner School in Queen Township and graduated from Fosston High School in 1942. Alene went on to attend Minnesota School of Business in Minneapolis, completing the Secretarial Finishing Course and obtaining her first job at Graybar Electric Company in the Foshay Tower. She returned to Fosston in 1948.

On March 18, 1950 Alene was united in marriage to Arvid Clementson. They made their home in Fosston, where they lived most of their lives, except for some time in Texas in the 1950s. From this marriage five children were born: Bonnie, Dean, Nancy, Joseph and Jennifer. Arvid died in October 2006.

Alene continued her bookkeeping career with employment over the years at the Fosston Creamery, KEHG Radio and the Fosston Municipal Hospital (now First Care) retiring in 1981.

Her greatest joy was her family, raising her five children, seeing her grandchildren grow to adulthood and sharing in the recent birth of her first great-grandchild. Her extended family was very important to her and she loved keeping family genealogy and traditions alive. Arvid and Alene had many travels both within and outside the U.S. with a highlight being their trip to Norway.

Alene was a member of her Birthday Club for over fifty years. She always looked forward to the monthly birthday parties with her dear friends. Alene stayed close to several of her childhood friends and high school classmates. In addition to her family, friends and travel, Alene enjoyed needlework, music and sharing her husband’s passion for the community of Fosston. She was a lifetime member of the Spring Lake Auxiliary #2579 of Lengby and the Tangen-Walstrom Auxiliary #114 of Fosston.

In addition to her husband Arvid, she is preceded in death by parents Lorentz and Louise Naastad, son Dean, brothers Lester, John and Vernon Naastad.

Alene is survived by her children Bonnie (Michael) Stewart of Fosston, Nancy (Gary) Laines of Wheaton, Minnesota, Joe (Sandy) Clementson of Staten Island, NY and Jennifer (Jeff Thompson) Harris of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Maggie, Ted, Andrew and Ryan Stewart, Lou, Betsy and Carly Raguse; great-grandson, Vincent Stewart; sisters-in-law, Norma Dillenburg, Grand Forks, ND, Edna Mae Clementson, Clarkston, WA and Ethel Naastad, Lengby, Minnesota and brother-in-law, Hayden Thompson, Vail, CO. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

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Born: February 21, 1925
Died: October 12, 2006

U.S. Veteran

Arvid "Clem" Clementson, age 81, of Fosston, Minnesota and current Mayor of the City of Fosston, passed away on Thursday (October 12th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday (October 17th) at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Monday (October 16th) and for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday, all at Kingo Lutheran Church. Military honors will be conducted by the Tangen-Walstrom American Legion Post #114 of Fosston and the Spring Lake V.F.W. Post #2759 of Lengby. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Arvid Newton Clementson was born to parents Joseph and Nellie (Gandrud) Clementson on February 21, 1925 in Fosston, Minnesota. As a child he attended schools in Erskine and Fosston and graduated with the Fosston High School class of 1942. In 1943 he enlisted in the United States Armed Forces and served as a Sergeant in World War II through 1946. After his honorable discharge, he attended Moorhead State College and later joined his father and brother in Clementson & Sons Construction.

On March 18, 1950 Arvid was joined in marriage to Alene Naastad. To this union, five children were born: Bonnie, Dean, Nancy, Joseph and Jennifer. Arvid & Alene raised their family in Fosston, except for two years when the construction business brought them to Texas.

Arvid owned and operated Clem's Corner Cafe in Fosston in the early 1960s. He was employed as a U.S. Postal Service employee for several years until he became a sales representative for Oxford Chemicals in 1973, serving northwestern MN and eastern ND. His sales career continued when he formed his own company, Clem’s Chemicals, which he continued to operate to the present.

Arvid is most likely best remembered for his years of public service. In 1962 he was elected to the Fosston City Council and served for one term. He was elected as Fosston’s Mayor in 1966 and served through 1976. He ran again for Mayor in 1984 and has served in that capacity to the present. Arvid was also active in the DFL Party serving in various delegate and volunteer capacities. He held membership in several civic organizations including being a Charter member of the Fosston Rotary Club and a Charter and Lifetime member of the Fosston Community Club.

Arvid was passionate about Fosston. He believed in the community and what its residents could achieve. He believed in what people working together could do to “get the job done”. Arvid recognized the efforts of volunteers in the community who made Fosston a great city, including those involved in Fosston Senior Meals, Fosston Civic Center, the Fosston Library and Arts Center addition, Embassy Center, East Polk Heritage Center and most recently, the Berge-Stafford Park Coalition Project.

In 1996 he initiated the Fosston All-America City project, which received national recognition that year through the combined efforts of an enthusiastic team of volunteers. He was awarded the League of Minnesota Cities C.C. Ludwig Award in 1997 for his leadership role in local government.

In his tireless effort to promote Fosston, he created the “Cordwood Pete” legend, which has generated a statewide interest for tourism. He recently published his second edition of the “Adventures of Cordwood Pete” which are stories that combine legend and reality. Proceeds from his Cordwood Pete activities were designed to support local tourism activities including Fosston’s Annual Heritage Days.

Arvid was an oil portrait and landscape artist. He received notoriety in the 1960’s for his political portraits, including recognition from Jacqueline B. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Hubert H. Humphrey among others. He was a commercial sign painter and many of his signs are seen throughout Fosston.

Arvid's family brought great joy to his life. Family traditions – including lutefisk for Christmas – meant so much to him. In addition to time spent with his wife, children and grandchildren Arvid cherished celebrations with his large family network.

Arvid Clementson died on October 12, 2006 at the age of 81 years seven months and twenty-one days. His son Dean; parents Joe and Nellie; brothers John and Willard; sisters Marian and Joanne preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife Alene of Fosston; daughters Bonnie (Mike) Stewart of Fosston, Nancy Raguse of Wheaton, Minnesota, Jennifer Harris (Jeff Thompson) of Phoenix, AZ; son, Joe (Sandy) Clementson of Staten Island, NY. Grandchildren, Maggie, Ted, Andrew, and Ryan Stewart; Lou, Betsy and Carly Raguse. Sister, Norma Dillenburg of Grand Forks, ND; sisters-in-law, Edna Mae Clementson of Clarkston, WA and Minette Naastad of Fosston; brothers-in-law Hayden Thompson of Denver, CO and Les (Ethel) Naastad of Lengby, Minnesota. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

Active Pallbearers are his grandchildren, Maggie Stewart, Lou Raguse, Betsy Raguse, Ted Stewart, Carly Raguse, Andrew Stewart, Ryan Stewart.

Honorary Pallbearers are City of Fosston Employees & Officials and Arvid’s many friends and colleagues.

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Born: September 11, 1924
Died: November 16, 2010

Alvin Comer, age 86, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (November 16th) at Riverview Nursing Home in Crookston, Minnesota. A memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday (November 22nd) at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Fosston. Family will 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.

Alvin Walter Comer was born on September 11, 1924 in rural Cheyenne, North Dakota to parents Archie and Mollie Mae (Taylor) Comer. He grew up in the Cheyenne area and attended Twin Trees country school. He was baptized along with his entire family on December 24, 1940 in Tokio, North Dakota.

He was united in marriage to Nellie Geidd on June 5, 1947. After their marriage, they lived in the Cheyenne area until about 1950 when they moved to Montana, residing in Missoula, Hamilton and Cut Bank. While in Montana, Alvin worked for ranchers and farmers and logged with horses. They moved to Mentor, Minnesota in 1965.

After living in Fertile for a short time, they returned to Mentor and Alvin farmed for a time with his brother, Russell. He then worked for many years for Russell Wilson on his farm and also operated the road grader for Woodside Township for many years. Nellie passed away on March 5, 2005.

Alvin liked to watch and feed birds; he enjoyed working in his garden and had a passion for horses. He also had a sweet tooth and enjoyed eating chocolate. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include two granddaughters, Mary (Tim) Triggs of Two Harbors, Minnesota, and Lorie (Dave) Blomseth of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota; one grandson, Kevin McDougall of Bagley, Minnesota; three great granddaughters, Jasmine Triggs, Lainee (Michael) Sundberg, and Cammie Triggs; and two great grandsons, Wyatt and Dylan Blomseth; one brother, Russell Comer of Fosston; and one sister, Shirley Doyle of Fridley, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Allen and Steven; one daughter, Barbara; sister, Fern Doyle; and brothers, Virgil, Eldon, and infant brother, Delmer.

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Born: January 15, 1959
Died: September 06, 2010

Steven Comer, age 51, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (September 6th) at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday (September 11th) at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic 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.

Steven Lynn Comer was born on January 15, 1959 in Great Falls, Montana to parents Alvin and Nellie (Geidd) Comer. As a boy he moved with his family to the Mentor, Minnesota area. He attended school in Fertile, Minnesota and Mentor, graduating from Mentor High School in 1977. Following high school, Steve began employment at American Crystal Sugar in Crookston, Minnesota. He was a dedicated employee at American Crystal for nearly 30 years. Currently, Steve was residing in Woodside Township, rural Mentor.

Steve enjoyed driving around the area looking at scenery and spending time with family and friends.

Steve passed away on Monday, September 6, 2010 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota at the age of 51 years, seven months, and 22 days.

Survivors include his father, Alvin Comer of Mentor; his uncle, Russell Comer of Fosston, Minnesota; aunt, Shirley (Lewis) Doyle of Fridley, Minnesota; two nieces, Mary (Tim) Triggs of Two Harbors, Minnesota, and Lorie (Dave) Blomseth of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota; and one nephew, Kevin McDougall of Bagley, Minnesota; three great nieces, Jasmine Triggs, Lainee (Michael) Sundberg, and Cammie Triggs; and two great nephews, Wyatt and Dylan Blomseth. Cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his mother; one brother, Allen; and sister, Barbara.

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Born: August 17, 1923
Died: October 10, 2014

Jake Coyer, age 91, of Bagley, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (October 10th) peacefully at his home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (October 18th) at the United Methodist Church in Fosston with the Rev. Michelle Miller officiating. Interment will be in the Lengby City Cemetery, Lengby, Minnesota. Visitation will be held 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.

Jake Allen Coyer was born on August 17, 1923 in rural Lengby, Minnesota to parents Amil and Hazel Pulver Coyer.

Jake grew up on the family farm south of Fosston. He worked as a logger in his younger years at Timber Lanes and as a mechanic at Art’s Repair in Lengby.

Jake married Ann Ashing on October 12, 1952. Jake took over the family farm raising beef, dairy and small grains for 30 years. He and Ann purchased the Sunset Home in 1985 when they moved to Bagley. They sold the home in 1999 and enjoyed their retirement. Jake loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and watching Minnesota Twins baseball. He loved his family raising 11 children and enjoying the grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Ann of 61 years; daughters JoAnn (Ron) Miller of Lengby, Debbie Ronning of Fosston, Pami (Merlin) Olson of Lengby, and Michelle Coyer of Lengby; sons Edwin of Champlin, Minnesota, Robert of Champlin, Minnesota, Gary of Bagley, Minnesota, Jake Jr. (Denise) of Fosston, Minnesota, and Michael (Cami) of Fridley, Minnesota; 23 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; brother Henry (Eileen) of Shakopee, Minnesota; and sister Kathleen Violette of Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sons Jeffrey and Ronnie Coyer; brother Lynn; and sister Audrey Johnston.

Honorary Pallbearers: All of Jake’s grandchildren and great grandchildren. Active Pallbearers: Levi Coyer, Cody Coyer, Jeffrey Coyer Olson, Marshall Coyer, Dylan Coyer and Aaron Olson.

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Born: July 31, 1936
Died: November 19, 2012

Richard "Dick" Croaker, age 76, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (November 19th) at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (November 24th) at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Hansville of rural Fosston. Visitation will be held 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.

Richard Wilfred Croaker was born on July 31, 1936 in Joliette, North Dakota to parents Silas and Madeline (Demester) Croaker. Dick completed 10 years of schooling, leaving to help with the family business.

Dick was united in marriage to Karen Peterka on August 2, 1955 in Grafton, North Dakota. They lived in Grafton and Fargo for many years before moving to McIntosh, Minnesota. Dick was in automotive sales for many years and most recently ran the V.F.W. Club in McIntosh.

Dick's favorites included stock car racing, an undescribable love for horses, reading, playing pool and calling “Bingo” at the Club.

Dick passed away on Monday, November 19, 2012 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks at the age of 76 years, three months and 19 days.

Survivors include three sons, Craig (Jane) Croaker of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Mitch (Kaci) Croaker of Kindred, ND, and Tyler Croaker of Denver, CO; four daughters, Kerri (Jim) McDonald of McIntosh, Lana Bauer of McIntosh, Stacy (Arnie) Lauinger of Fargo, ND, and Nicole Nelson of Plymouth, Minnesota; 15 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; four brothers, Lee of Minneapolis, Larry (Diane) of Montana, Wayne of Fargo, and Brian of Fargo; one sister, Dolores Burianek of Fargo; his friend Diane; many other relatives; and his dog, Jack.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Karen; his parents; brother, Ron; brother-in-law, Ambrose Burianek; and sister-in-law, June Croaker.

Honorary Pallbearers: grandsons, Jardie Lauinger, Sutton Lauinger, Logan Bauer, Mayson Croaker, Lukas Croaker, Jack Croaker, Eli Croaker, Lane Nelson, Cole Nelson, and Dalton Croaker.

Active Pallbearers: Todd Tranby, Todd Goodwin, J.R. Johnson, Tom Johnson, Bob Johnson, Brad Johnson, Jeremy Gunderson, and Tony Hedlund.

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Born: April 26, 1920
Died: April 25, 2007

Ellen Curfman, 86, of Morris, Minnesota and formerly of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (April 25th) at West Wind Village Nursing Home in Morris. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (April 30th) at Bethel Assembly Church in Fosston with Pastor David Johnson officiating. Interment will be in Cross Lake Cemetery, rural Fosston. 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. Family condolences may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ellen Curfman, daughter of Oscar and Clara (Holverson) Torie was born on April 26, 1920 on her parents farm near Robb, North Dakota.

She attended a one room school house in central North Dakota and later graduated from Fosston High School in Fosston, Minnesota with the class of 1939.

She was united in marriage on June 9, 1941 to Howard Curfman at Fosston. She worked for 27 years at Hartz Food Store in Fosston. Ellen lived in the Fosston area until 2001 when she relocated to Morris, Minnesota.

Ellen passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at the West Wind Village Nursing Home in Morris at the age of 86 years.

She is survived by one daughter, Phyllis Stall of Brainerd, Minnesota; and three sons, Ordell (Karla) Curfman of Fosston, Delvin (Theresa) Curfman of Morris, and Larry (Veronica) Curfman of Morris. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Gloria Curfman of Palo, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; son, Melford; and one great granddaughter, Alexandra Rose Curfman. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Clarine Fisher; and two brothers, Marvin and Gordan Torie.

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Born: April 10, 1985
Died: August 06, 2009

Carl Cymbaluk, age 24, from Fargo, ND and formerly from Fosston, Minnesota passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 6th at St. Mary’s Regional Hospital in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 12th at 2:00 PM at the Fosston Baptist Church in Fosston with Rev. Alan Arneson officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 11th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at the Fosston Baptist Church and there will also be reviewal for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at Duane Cemetery, rural Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Carl Marvin Cymbaluk was born to John and Vicki (Green) Cymbaluk on April 10, 1985 at the Roseau Area hospital. At age 3 the family moved to Troy, MT, at age 8 the family moved to the Fosston, Minnesota area where Carl attended Win-E-Mac and Fosston schools. He graduated from the Fosston High School in 2004, he attended MSCTC Moorhead. Carl excelled in football and wrestling, Carl was All-Conference and All-Section for football his junior year in high school. Carl enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He especially loved playing with his nieces and nephews, he was a tough guy on the outside but a teddy bear on the inside. His favorite things to do were hunting and ice fishing. He worked for his uncle Steve Green during high school and also Stop-n-Go of Fargo, ND. He was employed by 4-Him roofing up until the time of his death.

Carl went to be with the Lord where he met him with open arms on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at the age of 24 years.

Carl is survived by his parents John and Vicki of Fosston, four siblings, Chasity (and Randy) Peterson of Ada, Minnesota, Jon (and Sarah) of Fosston, Amber (and fiancée Brock Otto) of Wannaska, Minnesota and Aaron (and fiancée Hope Storey) of Grand Forks, ND. Grandparents; Arlone Cymbaluk of Crookston, Minnesota, Harold and Irene Green of McIntosh, Minnesota, nieces and nephews; Matthew, Drew, Carter, Kilie, Dillon, Darren, Anna, Emma, Benjamin, and David, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Marvin Cymbaluk.

He will be greatly missed.

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Born: January 14, 1914
Died: December 13, 2010

Freda Dahl, age 96, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (December 13th) at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday (December 20th) at the Cornerstone Residence, 115 East 1st Street, in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in Ringsacker Cemetery, Pelican Rapids, Minnesota at a later date. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Freda Nilsena Mickelson was born on January 14, 1914 in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota to parents Elmer and Bertina Mickelson. She grew up in Pelican Rapids with her 12 brothers and sisters. She attended school until age 17 in Pelican Rapids.

Freda married John Milton Dahl on January 17, 1932. They had two children, Ardis and Jack.

Freda loved bowling, fishing, hunting, gardening and singing. Her greatest joy was spending time laughing and joking with family.

Survivors include her children, Ardi Dahl of Fosston, Minnesota, and Jack Dahl of Livermore, CA; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and her brothers and sisters.

Freda will be missed by family and many friends.

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Born: July 11, 1915
Died: March 24, 2007

E. Viola Larson Dahlstrom, age 91, of Minneapolis, Minnesota and formerly of Lengby, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (March 24th) at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (April 14th) at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 1414 E. 48th Street in Minneapolis.

Viola was born July 11, 1915 to Emil and Emma Buness, in the Lengby area.

Viola was baptized in the Lutheran faith. She attended school in Lengby and Fosston graduating in 1934. She married Lars Bernard Larson. Viola later moved to Lengby where she raised her daughters and ran her beauty shop. When her children were grown she moved to the Twin Cities area to work. She married A. Raymond Dahlstrom in 1969. She lived in Minneapolis until illness forced a move to a nursing home.

Viola had a lifelong love of reading, needlework, music, and she followed her soap opera for 40 years. For years Viola has gifted her lovely crocheted needlework to family and friends for Christmas and birthdays.

Viola passed away peacefully in loving care at the First Care Nursing Home in Fosston on March 24, 2007.

She is survived by her devoted daughters, Wilma (Orville) Richter, Shoreview, Minnesota; Elaine (Gary) Bergman, Anchorage, AK; Sondra (James) Fauk, Torrance, CA; 11 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren. Also 1 sister, Joyce Suckow of Fosston and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ray, and 2 nephews.

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Born: July 05, 1928
Died: September 01, 2009

LeRoy Dake, age 81, of Erskine, Minnesota and formerly from Blaine, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, September 1st at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 5th at 2:00 PM at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine with Richard Raschke, Caleb Dunham and Suzanne McCorkell officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the nursing home. Interment will be at Oakland Cemetery, rural McIntosh, Minnesota, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston, Minnesota is in charge of the arrangements.

LeRoy Ervin Dake was born on July 5, 1928 in Howard Lake, Minnesota to William B. and Amy (Mellon) Dake. He grew up on the family farm near Howard Lake, and graduated from Howard Lake High School.

As a young person he chose to live for God his creator and was faithful to that choice all thru life.

He was united in marriage to Yvonne Thomas on August 30, 1948. They lived at Dassel, Lester Prairie and Blaine, Minnesota. He farmed for a short time, and worked as a welder and millwright. LeRoy and Yvonne moved to the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota together in July of 2008.

LeRoy loved his family, enjoyed observing nature, working with his hands, traveling and photography.

On Tuesday, September 1, 2009 LeRoy passed away at Pioneer Memorial Care Center at the age of 81 years.

Survivors include three children, Ernest (Carolyn) Dake of Duluth, GA, Virginia (Larry) McCorkell of Blaine, Minnesota, and Larry (Sherry) Dake of Brooks, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Gregory (Sonja) Dake of Durham, NC, Suzanne McCorkell of Greensboro, NC, Jennifer (Chris) Horne of Madison, AL, Sarah (Michael) Steinhauer of Wannaska, Minnesota, and Amy (Ken) Harrison of Crookston, Minnesota; four great-grandchildren; brother-in law, James Miller, FL; and sisters, Dorothy (Donald) Anderson of Alexandria, Minnesota, and Gert (Don) Pettit of Howard Lake, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Yvonne Dake; his parents William B. and Amy; a brother, Bill and Lois Dake; and sisters, baby Mildred Dake, and Blanche Miller.

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Born: July 03, 1928
Died: November 27, 2008

Yvonne Dake, age 80 of Erskine, Minnesota and formerly of Blaine, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (November 27th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (November 29th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center Chapel with Richard Raschke and Caleb Dunham officiating. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, rural McIntosh. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the Pioneer Home. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Yvonne Joanne Thomas was born on July 3, 1928 in Los Angeles, California to parents Ivan and Mamie (Holt) Thomas. She grew up in Otsego, Minnesota, graduated from Elk River High School and nurses training at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. When Yvonne was a young child, her parents heard the Gospel story of Jesus; promises that she held dear to her heart and carried with her throughout her life.

She was united in marriage to LeRoy Dake on August 30, 1948. Following their marriage, they lived in Dassel, Lester Prairie and Blaine, Minnesota. Yvonne worked part time as a registered nurse and raised her family. Together they moved to the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in July of 2008.

Yvonne loved her dogs, traveling, following the weather and her family.

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, LeRoy; three children, Ernest (Carolyn) Dake of Duluth, GA, Virginia (Larry) McCorkell of Blaine, Minnesota, and Larry (Sherry) Dake of Brooks, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Gregory Dake of Durham, NC, Suzanne McCorkell of Greensboro, NC, Jennifer Horne of Madison, AL, Sarah Steinhauer of Wannaska, Minnesota, and Amy Harrison of Crookston, Minnesota; and four great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Beatrice Hough; and one brother, Orin LaPice.

Pallbearers will be Gregory Dake, Jennifer Horne, Amy Harrison, Ken Harrison, Sarah Steinhauer, Michael Steinhauer, and Suzanne McCorkell.

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Born: December 18, 1922
Died: January 09, 2009

Esther Danielson, age 86, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (January 9th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday (January 13th) at Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Faith Lutheran Cemetery in the spring. 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 12th) and for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday, all at Faith Lutheran Church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Esther Laura Gross was born on December 18, 1922, in Alberta, Canada, to parents Adolph and Christina (Rudel) Gross. She moved as a young girl with her family to North Dakota where grew up and attended school.

Esther was united in marriage to Raymond Danielson in 1946. After their marriage, they lived in Fargo, Devils Lake, Jamestown and Rolla, North Dakota before moving to Tower, Minnesota. Raymond worked as a well driller and Esther stayed at home caring for their children. In 1959, they moved to Mentor, Minnesota. While in Mentor, Esther continued to raise their family in addition to working odd jobs in the area. Raymond passed away in 1976. Esther worked for Green Thumb, cooking at the Mentor school and for senior meals. She did this for 20 years until her retirement in the early 1990s.

She was an active member of the Bethel Bible Church in Mentor. She was also active in Royal Neighbors, the Mentor Senior Center, and was a regular attendee for years at Wednesday night bible study.

Esther liked playing bingo, riding her bike, search word puzzles, and playing cards and board games. She also liked watching Wheel of Fortune and The Price is Right. She was always a person that stayed active throughout her life and was constantly on the move and ready to get some work done.

Esther passed away on Friday, January 9, 2009 at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine at the age of 86 years and 22 days.

Survivors include five children, Roger of Mentor, Minnesota, Donna Grove of Crookston, Minnesota, Barb Danielson of Crookston, Minnesota, Bev (Courtney) Nelson of Mentor, Minnesota, and Jody “Stubby” Danielson of Winger, Minnesota; nine grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Also surviving is one sister, Margaret Kuske of Jamestown, ND; two brothers, Kenneth (Alice) Gross of Alexandria, Minnesota and Wesley Gross of Fessenden, ND and nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband; two sons, Lawren and infant, Robert; her parents; two sisters, Edna Krueger and LaVern Arndt; and one brother, Donald Gross.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the Mentor Senior Citizen’s Group, Ian Plante and Abigail Grove.

Active Pallbearers will be Esther's grandsons, Jeremy Nelson, Joshua Damon, Charlie Newman, Tony Grove, Robert Danielson, and William Danielson.

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Died: September 01, 2011

Doris Darby, age 73, from Fosston, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 1st at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh, Minnesota after a long bout with cancer. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 8th at 2:00 PM at New Journey Church in Fosston with Pastor Skip Hansen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at Rosehill Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of memorials or flowers the family asks that donations be made to the local Humane Society. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com

A long time Fosston, Minnesota area resident Doris Iola Peterson was born November 12, 1937 to Leonard M. and Vera Gladys (Strickland) Peterson in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Raised in Des Moines, IA, she graduated with the class of 1956 from North High School in Des Moines, IA and began working as a bookkeeper for Highland Bank. During this time she met and married Clarence Darby. To this union three children were born. Doris and her family moved to Lengby, Minnesota in 1969 and began farming. She began working as a bookkeeper for the Fosston Co-Op Elevator Association in 1982. Upon selling the farm she moved to Fosston and continued working for the Fosston Co-op Elevator until her retirement in 2002. After retiring, she continued her hobbies and love of animals, solving puzzles and reading mystery novels.

Doris passed away peacefully on September 1, 2011 in McIntosh, Minnesota after a long bout with cancer at the age of 73 years.

She is survived by sons - William Darby and wife Michelle (San Antonio, TX) and David Darby and wife Akiko (Seoul, South Korea), daughter - Lora Johnson (Bemidji, Minnesota), sisters - Patricia Kurschinski (Des Moines, IA) and Norma Wagner (Ankeny, IA), brother - Marvin Davis (Prescott, AZ), 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her former husband, and her sisters Jean Hopkins and Evelyn Caquelin.

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Born: December 29, 1955
Died: May 22, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Charles "Ray" Davis, age 58 of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Thursday, May 22nd at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 31st at 10:00 a.m. at New Journey Church in Fosston with Pastor Tyler Stynsberg officiating. Family and friends will gather for one hour before the memorial service at the church on Saturday morning, and interment of cremains will be at Rosehill Cemetery in Fosston. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Charles Raymond Davis was born on December 29, 1955 at Kings Daughter Hospital in Yazoo, Mississippi to Walter and Mary Davis. He grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1972.

Ray joined the air force in 1975 and was stationed in Grand Forks, ND. He met and wed his wife Mavis Cavalier. Their two sons Chuck and James were also born on the air force base. Ray was given an honorary discharge from the service in 1981.

Ray worked various jobs throughout the years until his heart attack in July 2005. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He also had the ability to fix anything by brain storming and using anything he had handy even if it wasn’t meant for that purpose exactly.

Ray went home to be with the Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 22nd 2014 at Essential Health-First Care Living Center in Fosston, Minnesota at the age of 58.

Survivors include sisters Helen Brown and her son Chris Brown of Fosston, Mary Lane Davis of Independence, MS, brothers Robert Davis of rural MS, Douglas Davis of Collierville, MS, George Davis of Montgomery, IL, and grandson Charles “CJ” Davis of Fosston, Minnesota, along with many nieces and nephews, as well as many great nieces and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife Mavis, two sons Chuck and James, his father Walter and mother Mary.

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Born: December 27, 1979
Died: June 04, 2010

Charles "Chuck" Davis, Jr., age 30, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Friday (June 4th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday (June 8th) at the Fosston Baptist Church in Fosston with Pastor Skip Hansen and Steve Krier officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Fosston at a later date. Family will greet friends 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.

Charles Douglas Davis was born on December 27, 1979 at the Grand Forks Air Force Base to parents Charles Raymond and Mavis Irene Mary (Cavalier) Davis. He grew up in Grand Forks, Beltrami, Lengby, and Fosston and graduated from Fosston High School in 1999.

Chuck was united in marriage to Tina Louise Krajsa on May 2, 2009 at the Fosston Baptist Church. He has been employed at Landsverk Dairy near Fosston for over 15 years.

He was a member of the Fosston Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, animals, and anything outdoors. Chuck especially treasured the time that he could spend with his family and friends.

Chuck went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 4, 2010 at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 30 years, five months and eight days.

Survivors include his loving wife, Tina, and their son, Charles James (C.J.) at home in Fosston; and his father, Charles Raymond Davis, Sr. of Fosston.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mavis, in 2004; brother, James, in 2001; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Honorary Pallbearers will be past and present workers of Landsverk Dairy and the Landsverk families.

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Born: December 26, 1963
Died: April 12, 2007

Sandra DeFrang, age 43, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (April 12th) at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND from complications of diabetes. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday (April 21st) at the McIntosh Community Center in McIntosh with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Friends may call for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the community center. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh. Family condolences may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Sandra Jean DeFrang was born on December 26, 1963 at Great Lakes Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, Illinois to parents Douglas and Carole (Nelson) DeFrang. The family moved to McIntosh, Minnesota in the Fall of 1974. Sandra was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in McIntosh and graduated from McIntosh-Winger High School in 1982. Following high school, she worked for a short time in Cody, Wyoming then returned to her roots in McIntosh. Her daughter, Lindsie, was born in August of 1987. Sandra spent the next 19 years caring for her daughter and her own health.

Sandra liked to listen to Bon Jovi music, baking, cooking and enjoyed attending Lindsie’s school activities. Sandra’s classmates from high school meant a lot to her. The memories from her high school years and classmates brought her much joy!

Sandra passed away on Thursday, April 12, 2007 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota from complications of diabetes at the age of 43 years, three months and 17 days.

Survivors include her daughter, Lindsie of Erskine, Minnesota; her mother, Carole DeFrang of Cass Lake, Minnesota; three siblings, Tami (Rick) Hanson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Dean (Susanne) DeFrang of Fosston, and Wendy Sue (Brian) Holtan of Brainerd, Minnesota. Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends also survive.

She was preceded in death by her father; grandparents; and brother, David.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Sandra’s nephews, Matthew DeFrang, Jeremy Hanson, Nicholas DeFrang, Jesse DeFrang, and Tyler Holtan.

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Died: November 24, 2010

Sheldon Delage, age 68, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (November 24th) at his residence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday (November 30th) at St. Marys Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Brooks, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Monday (November 29th) and for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday, all at St. Marys Catholic Church in Fosston. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Sheldon Willie Jr. Delage was born on January 6, 1942 in Poplar River Township, rural Red Lake Falls, Minnesota to parents Willie and Nora (Trudeau) Delage. He grew up in Poplar River Township and attended school in Plummer, Minnesota. He was confirmed in 1949 at St. Joseph's Church in Brooks. Following school, he helped his folks on the family farm for several years before moving to the Twin Cities for a short time. He returned to the area, settling in Crookston, Minnesota. Sheldon was employed at American Crystal Sugar in Crookston for 25 years until his retirement.

Sheldon was married to Shirley Olness on November 29, 1974 in Sisseton, South Dakota. After their marriage, they lived in Crookston for 10 years and then near the Rydell Refuge near Erskine, Minnesota. For the past six years, they have resided in McIntosh, Minnesota. Although Sheldon suffered with health problems, he never complained and was thankful for his many blessings.

Sheldon liked to hunt, fish, and work with small engines. He enjoyed singing, generously sharing his talents at area nursing homes. He and Shirley have been dedicated volunteers at McIntosh Senior Living for many years. He will be remembered for having a heart of passion for others and most intimately as a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather and will be dearly missed.

Sheldon passed away early Wednesday morning, November 24, 2010 at his home in McIntosh at the age of 68 years, 10 months and 18 days.

Survivors include his loving wife, Shirley of McIntosh; four children, LaVaida Olson of Castaic, CA, Elling (Monica) Olson of Chanhassen, Minnesota, Susie Olson of Mankato, Minnesota, and Clarence Olson of Fargo, ND; two grandchildren, Zachary and Parker; nine siblings, Donald (Deloris) of Nisswa, Minnesota, Harvey (Rose) of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Yvonne Kush of Aurora, Minnesota, Madonna (Robert) Polta of Rosemount, Minnesota, Richard (Karen) of Brooks, Minnesota, Mary (Gene) Christianson of Franksville, WI, Lucille (Robert) Weiss of Oxnard, CA, Paulette (Larry) Johnson of Pahrump, NV, and Diane (Lewis) Westlake of Moorhead, Minnesota; and one sister-in-law, Joanne Bradley of Brooks, Minnesota. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Robert.

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Born: August 26, 1918
Died: April 06, 2010

Rosella Disrud, age 91, from Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, April 6th at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 10th at 11:00 AM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church, and interment will be at Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston. Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Rosella Juliatte Nelson was born August 26, 1918 to Elvin and Anna (Lee) Nelson on a farm in Moscow Township in Freeborn County, near Austin, Minnesota. When she was two years old, she moved with her family to a farm near Gonvick, Minnesota. Rosella was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church, and graduated from Gonvick High School in 1936.

Rosella married Roy Miller in 1940. They made their home in Fosston, Minnesota, with a brief time spent in Skokie, IL. They had three sons, Duane, Ron and Larry. Roy passed away in 1959.

Rosella was a hard worker, with most of her time spent working as a retail clerk at Francin's, later known as Thoreen’s Variety Store in Fosston. She also enjoyed several years working as a cook at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.

Rosella married Melvin Disrud in 1971. They made their home on Melvin's farm near Fosston, and farmed until retirement in 1985, at which time they moved into Fosston. While retired they loved gardening and making crafts together. Melvin passed away in 2004.

Rosella was a longtime member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. She had a green thumb for both flower and vegetable gardening. With her strong Norwegian Heritage she enjoyed making lefse, flatbread, krumkaka, and had many other wonderful cooking talents. In her later years she resided at First Care Assisted Living, and the last 2 years, she resided at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston.

On Tuesday, April 6, 2010 Rosella Disrud passed away at First Care Nursing Home at the age of 91 years.

Survivors include sons, Ron (Jo) Miller of Bagley, Minnesota and Larry (Tami) Miller of Fosston; step children, Gordon (Shirley) Disrud of Blaine, Minnesota, Margie (Don) Bolme, Dellas (Vi) Disrud, Donna (John) Peterson, and Tim (Denise) Disrud all of Fosston; step son-in-law, Ron Juve of Fosston; brothers, Norman Nelson of Dixon, CA and Willard Nelson of Kennewick, WA; sister, Bernice Nelson of Twin Valley, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Doris Nelson of Rockport, MA; 30 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; several great great grandchildren; and many other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Roy Miller and Melvin Disrud; son, Duane Miller; sister, Caroll Farrington; brothers, Ernest Nelson and Jerome Nelson; step daughter, Janice Juve; and grandchildren, Loren Juve and Brian Peterson.

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Born: March 22, 1924
Died: January 05, 2009

DeLoris Doak, age 84, of Mentor, Minnesota and formerly of Fertile, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (January 5th) at Riverview Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (January 10th) at Concordia Lutheran Church in Fertile with the Rev. Carl Hansen officiating. Interment will be in Varnes Lutheran Cemetery in the spring. Friends may call for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

DeLoris Berhow was born on March 22, 1924 at rural Fertile, Minnesota, to parents August and Alma (Overland) Berhow. She grew up in the Fertile area and graduated from Fertile High School in 1943. Following school, DeLoris moved to Seattle, Washington where she worked in a bank, as a model, and in the shipyards during World War II.

She was united in marriage to Donald Doak on June 16, 1951. After their marriage, they lived in California and DeLoris stayed home, raising her children. When her children were older, she was employed at the state psychiatric hospital. Donald passed away on January 30, 1971 and DeLoris returned to Fertile in the summer of 1972. DeLoris was a cook in the Fertile School for many years until her retirement in the mid 1980’s. Since 1983, she has been living at rural Mentor.

She was a past member of Varnes Lutheran Church of rural Fertile and a current member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Fertile. DeLoris loved flowers, reading, playing cards, crafts, and painting. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family.

DeLoris passed away on Monday, January 5, 2009 at Riverview Hospital in Crookston at the age of 84 years, nine months and 14 days.

Survivors include two daughters, Connie (John) Egstad of Crookston, and Cindy Hanson of Mentor, and son-in-law, David Hanson of Mentor; one son, Clinton (Penny) Doak of Roberts, MT; daughter-in-law, Mary Jane Doak of Crookston; eight grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; one brother, Muret Berhow of Fertile; and one sister, Carna Russell of Olympia, WA; two sisters-in-law, Stella Berhow of Fertile, and Corrine Berhow of Fertile. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Gary; her parents; two brothers, Marvin and Leon Berhow; and two sisters, Bernice Engelstad and Arlene Blewett.

Honorary Pallbearers will be DeLoris's grandchildren: Kellye Everson, Heather Crain, Donald Hanson, Jason Hanson, Steve Doak, Christopher Doak, Nicole Doak and Dannille Doak.

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Born: May 08, 1919
Died: January 12, 2013

Lois Dokken, age 93, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (January 12th) at her home in Fosston. Funeral services will be held on Friday, (January 18th) at 2:00 PM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will be held 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.

Helen Lois Dokken was born on May 8, 1919 in Broadus, Montana to parents Glen and Ellen (Smith) Clark. At the age of three, she moved with her family to the Waubun, Minnesota area and later to the Johnstown-Gilby, North Dakota area. She returned to the Waubun area in 1930 and graduated from Waubun High School in 1937.

Lois was united in marriage to Norman Dokken on March 24, 1941 in St. Paul, Minnesota. They lived in St. Paul and Baraboo, Wisconsin before moving to Fosston in 1946. Lois was employed as secretary/bookkeeper for the Fosston Public Schools from 1948 until 1969 and was the clerk/treasurer for the City of Fosston from 1973 until her retirement in 1987. Norman passed away on May 14, 1994.

Lois was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston where she had been an active member for many years. She was a former member and President of the Athenian Club of Fosston, participated in various volunteer work in the community and was secretary for East Polk Heritage Center and for East Polk/Fosston TRIAD.

Lois passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at her home in Fosston at the age of 93 years.

Survivors include nieces, Kathleen Clark Schaefer and husband, Gary, of Larkspur, CA and Karen Clark Gilbertson of River Falls, WI; nephew, Gordon Clark of Concord, WA; God daughter, Shirley Dougherty of Milwaukee, WI; God son and nephew, Dr. Douglas Dokken of St. Paul, Minnesota; two sisters-in-law, Catherine Dokken of Moorhead, Minnesota and Ila Gast of Oregon; grand niece, Saprina Clark Matheney of Duluth, Minnesota; and grand nephew, Scott Gilbertson of River Falls, WI; several cousins also survive; and numerous loved nieces and nephews by marriage.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman; her parents; her brother, Robert; sister-in-law, Florence Clark; and three aunts, Ruth Smith, Erma Smith, and Bertha Dirl.

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Born: June 12, 1942
Died: April 29, 2014

Bonnie Doll, age 71, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (April 29th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (May 3rd) at Calvary Lutheran Church in Winger, Minnesota with the Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Lutheran Cemetery, Winger. Visitation will be held 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.

Bonnie Jean Ryan was born on June 12, 1942 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Norris and Flayvia Linde Ryan. She grew up near Fosston and graduated from Fosston High School in 1960. Following high school she worked at the Fosston potato plant for a number of years.

Bonnie was united in marriage to Jerome Doll on September 22, 1962 at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston. After their marriage, they lived in Fosston and then Fertile, Minnesota. Bonnie managed the motel in Fertile until 1973 when they moved to a farm near Winger, Minnesota.

It was also in 1973 that Bonnie began her employment with the City of Fosston. She worked for the City of Fosston for 20 years, from 1973 until 1993. Then, from 1993 until 1996, she worked for Danny Anderson at The Stadium in Fosston as a manager/bookkeeper. They moved to Fosston from Winger in 1996.

In 1996, she started at the Fosston High School as a paraprofessional and later as a “grandma” at the Magelssen Elementary School in Fosston until her retirement in 2011. Also in 2011, Bonnie and Jerome sold their home in Fosston and moved to Thief River Falls to be closer to family. During that year, Bonnie began a life battle as she was diagnosed with dementia. Jerome lovingly cared for her at home until she entered the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine on May 13, 2013.

She was a life-long member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Winger. She enjoyed crafts, baking, gardening, reading, and loved working with kids at the school. Most of all, Bonnie enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Jerome of Thief River Falls; two daughters, Rachel (Scott) Bak of Thief River Falls, and Heidi (Scott) Swenson of Lancaster, Minnesota; grandchildren, Dustin (Andrea) and Abby of Thief River Falls, and Garet, Gabby, and Izzy of Lancaster; five siblings, Dennis Ryan of St. Cloud, Minnesota, Kathryn Peterson of Thief River Falls, Ramona (LeRoy) Jonas of Avon, Minnesota, Roxanne (Buddy) Layne of St. Cloud, Minnesota, and Neal (Cindy) Ryan of Avon, Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Myrna Folstrom; and two brothers, Curtis and Steven.

Honorary Pallbearers: Bonnie’s Grandchildren

Active Pallbearers: Greg Thompson, Steve Tangen, Chuck Lucken, Harold Vig, Jim Vig, Danny Anderson, Josh Tangen, and Kenny Bakken.

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Born: November 06, 1921
Died: June 02, 2009

U.S. Veteran

Wayne Downing, age 87, from Crookston, Minnesota, and formerly from McIntosh, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, June 2nd at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota. There are no services planned at this time. Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston, Minnesota was in charge of the arrangements.

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Born: April 22, 1921
Died: April 20, 2014

Alice DuRose, age 92, of rural Winger, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, April 20th at her home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 26th at 11:00 AM at Union Lake Free Lutheran Church, rural Winger, with Pastor Don Edlund officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church on Saturday, and interment will be at the church cemetery. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston, Minnesota is in charge of the arrangements.

Alice Nelson was born on April 22, 1921 in Sletten Township, rural Winger, Minnesota to parents Edwin and Ingeborg (Tveit) Nelson. She attended School District 177, also known as the Lone Tree Country School, graduated from McIntosh High School in 1939, and then attended Bemidji State Teachers College.

She taught in rural schools for a short time until meeting and marrying William DuRose on October 23, 1942. They spent time working in Washington, D.C. until William was called by the army to serve in World War II.

When he returned from the service they lived in Minneapolis, Howard Lake, and then moved to Garden Township, rural Winger which turned into their real home.

Alice was a loyal loving friend to her family, and a gifted teacher who truly cared for each of her students. She received her Master’s Degree in August 1978 from Bemidji State University, and completed her teaching career at Fertile-Beltrami on June 1, 1987.

On Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014 Alice passed away at her home in Garden Township; two days before her 93rd birthday.

Alice will be loved, missed, and remembered forever by her daughter, Anitra (Paul) Ofstedal of Fertile, Minnesota; sons, Edwin (Grace) DuRose of Stanchfield, Minnesota, Sherman DuRose of Winger, and Jim (Julie) DuRose of Kalamazoo, MI; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and a sister, Mildred Dietrich of McIntosh, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William; and two sisters, Eva Falkenberg and Thelma Busey.

Long live the memory of Alice DuRose

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Born: July 16, 1919
Died: July 13, 2008

U.S. Veteran

Russell Dyrdahl, age 88, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (July 13th) at his home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (July 18th) at Fridhem Lutheran Church in Lengby, Minnesota with Scott Morey and Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in Fridhem Lutheran 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 Thursday (July 17th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Military honors will be provided by the Spring Lake VFW Post #2759 of Lengby. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Russell was born July 16, 1919 in Eden township near Gully to parents Anton and Olive (Kjos) Dyrdahl. He was Baptized and confirmed at Lund Lutheran Church in Gully and attended Sunnyside school.

The family moved West of Gonvick in 1929. He worked for the CCC's for two years prior to being drafted. He served in the Army during World War II from 1941 to 1944 where he fought in the battle of the Kasserine Pass in north Africa. He moved to Lengby in 1946.

He married Delores Rotness June 2, 1956 at the Fridhem Lutheran parsonage in Lengby. They moved to Schroeder, Minnesota for one year, then moved back to Lengby. Russell worked road construction and various other jobs.

Russell and Delores moved to Fosston in March 2007.

Russell Dyrdahl of Fosston, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 13, 2008 at the age of 88 years, 11 months and 27 days.

He is survived by his wife, Delores of Fosston; two sons, Douglas (Mary) Dyrdahl of Lengby, and Donald (Karen) Dyrdahl of Fosston; two daughters, Lynda Dyrdahl (Jim) of Lengby, and Lizabeth (Richard) Hanson of Fosston; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; one brother, Arnold Dyrdahl of Grand Rapids, Minnesota; three sisters, Verna Kammen of Roseau, Minnesota, Gertrude Klatt of Pueblo of CO, and Margret Lindberg of Buffalo, Minnesota; one sister-in-law, Wanda Dyrdahl of Gonvick, Minnesota; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Mabel Berg, two brothers, Eugene Dyrdahl and Lester Dyrdahl.

Pallbearers will be Lee Hanson, Brady Jones, Brandon Dyrdahl, Joshua Zinski, Jarod Jacobsen, and Paul Kalinoski.

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Born: September 24, 1927
Died: March 18, 2007

U.S. Veteran

Walton Evans, age 79, of Mesa, Arizona, and formerly of Buffalo, NY, and Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on March 18, 2007 at Banner Gardens Hospice House in Mesa. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (June 2nd?) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. Interment will follow at Rosehill Cemetery in Fosston. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston.

Walton James Evans was born on September 24, 1927 in Clearbrook, Minnesota, to parents John and Esther (Hasselton) Evans. In 1928 he moved with his parents to the Fosston area. He attended Happy Corner School in Queen Township and Fosston Elementary and High Schools.

During World War II he enlisted in the United States Navy on April 19, 1945 and was honorably discharged on August 16, 1946. Following his naval service he worked as a seaman and wheelsman on various carriers on the Great Lakes until his retirement.

Walton was united in marriage to Irene Smith of Buffalo, New York on January 9, 1970.

Survivors include his children, Steven and Susan; two step sons, Daniel (Christine) Smith of Mesa, Arizona, Joseph Smith of Port Charlotte, Florida; and four stepdaughters, Kathleen Smith of W. Englewood, Florida, Judith Smith of Springville, NY, Margaret Smith of Bull Head City, Arizona, and Elaine (Brian) Mendyke of Buffalo, NY. Also surviving are his sister, Madreen Evans of Plymouth, MN and three brothers, Arlon (LaVerne) Evans of Park Rapids, Minnesota, and Winton and Bruce Evans of Bagley, Minnesota, as well as a number of grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife Irene and his parents.

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Born: July 08, 1937
Died: April 26, 2008

Mary Lou Earls, age 70, of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Saturday, April 26th at Midway Care Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 7th at 2:00 PM at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. John Dalen officiating. Visitation will be held for two hours before the funeral at the church on Wednesday and interment will be at Kingo Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Mary Lou Jordan was born on July 8, 1937 in Toledo, Ohio to parents Frederick and Margaret (Hill) Jordan. While living in Toledo, she worked at Champion Spark Plug Company and also met and married Russell Earls on February 1, 1958. They lived in Toledo, moved to Rainey River Ontario, Worthington, Minnesota, Park River, North Dakota and finally settled in Fosston, Minnesota where she worked and raised her two sons, Peter and David.

On Saturday, April 26, 2008 Mary Lou Earls passed away at Midway Care Center in Fosston at the age of 70 years.

She is survived by sons, David (Jackie) Earls of Waconia, Minnesota and Peter (Angelina) Earls of California, step-children, Russ Jr (Diane) Earls of Bowmanville, Ontario and Mary Beth Earls, Grandchildren, David Jr “DJ” Earls, Derek Earls, Timothy Earls, Tyler Earls, Travis Earls, Matthew Earls, Danny Earls, Joshua Earls-Rigby and Miranda Earls-Rigby, sister, Margaret (Robert) Meyers of Farmington Hills, MI, brothers, Donald (Janice) Jordan of Monroe, MI, and Edward (Jeanine) Jordan of Genoa, OH, plus many nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Russell Earls Sr, and two sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” Sund and Norma “Joyce” Shannon.

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Born: August 31, 1953
Died: August 18, 2009

Joseph Eastlund, age 55, of Galena, Kansas passed away on Tuesday (August 18th) at Lakeside Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday (August 25th) at 11:00 AM at Carlin–Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, Minnesota with the Rev. Dr. Gerald White officiating. Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM prior to the funeral services on Tuesday. Arrangements are with the Carlin–Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Joseph William Eastlund was born August 31, 1953 in St. Paul, Minnesota to parents Lowell J. and Joyce L. (Johnson) Eastlund. Joseph was baptized at First Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Joseph was raised until he was 14 in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota attending Vadnais Heights Elementary and Central Junior High in White Bear Lake. At this time his parents moved to Overland Park, Kansas a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri. Here he attended Old Mission Junior High and Shawnee Mission North High School. Upon graduation from High School in 1972, Joseph attended two years at Kansas University. He then tried his hand at various aspects of the contracting business finally specializing in painting.

In October of 1978, Joseph was involved in a motorcycle accident that put him in a coma for 7 to 8 months at Kansas University Medical Center. Finally being released he ended up in a group home in the small town of Galena, Kansas. Here through determination he convinced people enough that with the help of his mother he was able to set himself up in his own home. There he was able to live his life independently with the help of family and friends.

Joseph passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 while visiting his brother and mother in Omaha, Nebraska. He was 55 years old.

Joseph was the grandson of John and Aurora Eastlund of Fosston, Minnesota, members of Hope Lutheran Church and interred at Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston. He is to be buried alongside his grandparents and uncle Russell Eastlund.

Joseph was preceded in death by his father Lowell Eastlund and his brother James Eastlund.

Survivors include his brother John Eastlund and mother Joyce Eastlund of Omaha, Nebraska: his uncle Gene Eastlund and aunt Darlene of Stillwater Minnesota, uncle William Johnson of Minneapolis, three cousins in the Twin Cities, one cousin in Denver, Colorado and niece and nephews in Kansas City.

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Born: January 09, 1942
Died: May 29, 2011

Dennis Ekeberg, age 69, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (May 29th) at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (June 2nd) at Zion Lutheran Church in Oklee, Minnesota with Pastor Margaret Jacobus officiating. Interment will be in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Oklee. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church. Military honors will be conducted by the McIntosh VFW Post #6891 and arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Dennis Ray Ekeberg was born on January 9, 1942 in Fosston, Minnesota to parents Clarence and Arlet Bernice (Olson) Ekeberg. He grew up in Fosston and graduated from Fosston High School in 1959. In July of that same year he enlisted in the United States Army. Denny was stationed in Korea and Germany and was a part of the 4th Armored Division sent to Europe as the Berlin wall was being constructed. He received his honorable discharge in July of 1962 and returned to Minnesota.

Following his discharge, Denny spent a short time in Minneapolis and other regions of the country. He settled in as a general construction superintendent for Babcock and Wilcox, constructing power plants around the United States. He worked for the company for over 30 years until his retirement in 1999. From a previous marriage, two children were born, Chad and Brenda Ekeberg.

He was married to JoAnn Christianson on December 24, 1991. Denny and JoAnn enjoyed traveling, spending winters in Port Isabelle, Texas and Missouri and summers in McIntosh. They also enjoyed spending time with their family and grandchildren.

He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Oklee and the McIntosh VFW Post #6891. He enjoyed playing cards, yard and garden work, and watching sports on TV.

Dennis passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston at the age of 69 years.

Survivors include his wife, JoAnn of McIntosh; son, Chad of Cross Lake, Minnesota; and daughter, Brenda (Alex) Ugalde of St. Michael, Minnesota; stepsons, Jeff (Kay) Christopherson of Franklin, WI, and Kevin Christopherson of Thiemesville, WI; mother-in-law and step father-in-law, Irene and Walter Noyes of Erskine, Minnesota; grandchildren, Chelsea, Emma and Ethan Ekeberg, Patrick, Abbey, Eric and Jon Christopherson; one brother, Harlan (DeLayne) Ekeberg of Fosston; twin sister, Janice (Paul) Tuominen of Hibbing, Minnesota, Diane Ekeberg of Crookston, Minnesota and Colleen Simonson of Coleraine, Minnesota; brother-in-law, Gene (Mary) Christianson of Franksville, WI; sister-in-law, Ida Mae Larsen of Cudahy, WI; Aunts and uncles and several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Beverly in 1937, and brother, Alan Dale in 1995.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the McIntosh VFW Post #6891.

Active Pallbearers will be David Hagen, Sheldon Lee, Mike Sorenson, Adam Simonson, Walter Sylstad, Jim Metzger, Kevin Christopherson, and Patrick Christopherson.

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Born: December 10, 1939
Died: June 16, 2012

U.S. Veteran

Harlan Ekeberg, age 72, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, June 16th at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital in The Woodlands, Texas. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 25th at 2:00 PM at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. John Dalen officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 24th from 3:00 to 5:00 PM with a prayer service at 5:00 PM at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, and there will also be reviewal for one hour before the funeral at the church on Monday. Interment will be at Kingo Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Harlan Earl Gene Ekeberg was born on December 10th, 1939, in Fosston, Minnesota to Clarence and Bernice (Olson) Ekeberg. He grew up on a farm just north of town and graduated from Fosston High School in 1957. He enlisted in the army shortly after high school and was stationed in Germany. Throughout his military service he enjoyed seeing various locations around Europe and made many lifetime memories. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he worked in California for a short time and then joined the Coast Guard and was stationed at Cape May, New Jersey.

He married Delayne (Harms) Ekeberg in 1963 and relocated to Menominee, Michigan. Their first child, Kelly Rae (Shank) Ekeberg was born on April 13th, 1964. Upon conclusion of his Coast Guard duties, they moved to Minneapolis, where he worked as a truck driver. Their second child, Brian Gene Ekeberg, was born on January 27th, 1968. They moved to Moorhead, Minnesota in 1972, where he went to work for E.W. Wylie as an over-the-road truck driver, and was eventually promoted to Director of Operations. In 1977, they moved to Hawley, Minnesota. In 1983, Harlan and family moved to Fosston, Minnesota where he held a variety of positions in the trucking industry. In Harlan’s retirement, he enjoyed seasonal work with Lenes Sand and Gravel.

Harlan loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing when he could find the time. He had a “green thumb” and was very fond of working in his vegetable garden, tending flowers and keeping the yard looking sharp. Harlan also loved visiting his children and grandchildren in The Woodlands, Texas, as well as summertime, month-long visits by his grandchildren, daughter, and son-in-law. Harlan loved people, and could strike up a conversation with a total stranger like he’d known them for years. We all loved his infectious laugh and playful sense of humor. And, on occasion, his close friends and family would fall victim to his innocent practical jokes.

Harlan is survived by his wife, Delayne (Harms) Ekeberg of Fosston; daughter, Kelly (Scott) Shank; son, Brian (Tabitha) Ekeberg; granddaughters, Corinne and Carly Shank, all of The Woodlands, Texas. In addition, he is survived by sisters, Janice (Paul) Tuominen of Hibbing, Minnesota; Colleen Simonson of Coleraine, Minnesota; and Diane Ekeberg of Crookston, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Bernice, sister Beverly, and his two brothers, Dennis and Alan Dale Ekeberg.

He passed away on Saturday, June 16th at Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands, Texas, at the age of 72.

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Born: August 10, 1920
Died: June 19, 2008

Harriet Emerson, age 87, of Gully, Minnesota passed away on Thursday, June 19th at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 23rd at 11:00 AM at Salem Lutheran Church in Eden Township, rural Gully, Minnesota with Rev. Tom Seaver officiating. Lunch and fellowship will be held after the funeral at Russell and Sheila Emerson's farm (Ray and Harriet Emerson's farmstead). Visitation will be on Sunday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston and for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at the church cemetery and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Agnes Harriet Haugan was born on August 10, 1920 to Halvor and Ingeborg (Ostby) Haugan in Hickory Township, north of Gully, Minnesota. She attended country school through eighth grade, then went out to work as a hired girl for various families in the area— doing housework and taking care of their children.

In the spring of 1939 Harriet met Raymond Emerson and they were married in September 1941. They lived in Eden Township, rural Gully and bought their own farm there in 1950. Harriet was a farm wife and in later years worked outside the home as well. She was a seamstress for Oklee Manufacturing Co. in Trail, Minnesota and also worked in the laundry at the Good Samaritan Center in Clearbrook for 15 years until she retired.

Due to declining health Harriet entered Mac Manor Nursing Home in McIntosh in 2001 where she spent 6 1/2 years and her remaining months were spent at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston.

Harriet enjoyed nature and the outdoors, her grandchildren, writing in her diaries and scrapbooks, her church and visiting with relatives and friends.

On Thursday, June 19, 2008 Harriet Emerson passed away at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston at the age of 87 years.

She is survived by two daughters, Rosalind (David) Coleman of St. Paul, Minnesota and Ramona Emerson of Gully; three sons, Rodney (Cathy) Emerson of Albertville, Minnesota, Ronald (Deb) Emerson of Bloomington, IN and Russell (Sheila) Emerson of West Fargo, North Dakota; five grandchildren, Patrick Osmonson, Allison Emerson, Crystal Emerson, Heather Emerson and Isaac Emerson; three step grandchildren, Alyssa Scott, Michael Scott and Andrew Scott; three sisters, Olive Bergh of Trail, Minnesota, Hazel (Clifton) Nyleen of Sutherlin, OR and Murriel (George) Nelson of Mesa, AZ; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ray; one sister, Esther Strande; and two brothers-in-law, Harry Bergh and Sidney Strande. Blessed be her memory.

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Born: March 21, 1916
Died: March 16, 2011

Alice Emmons, age 94, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (March 16th) at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (March 21st) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Family will 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.

Alice Olivia Frethem was born on March 21, 1916 at rural Fosston, Minnesota to parents Albert and Hellen (Gunhus) Frethem. She was baptized and confirmed at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. She graduated from Fosston High School in the class of 1933 and was a graduate of Aaker's Business College of Grand Forks, North Dakota. In 1935, she started working at Farmer's State Bank in Fosston.

In 1943, Alice left for Los Angeles, California where she worked for Douglas Aircraft. In 1947 she began employment at California Bank of Los Angeles, working there for 25 years.

Alice was married to Gene Emmons on March 20, 1955 at Hope Lutheran Church in Hollywood, California. In 1989 they moved to Calimesa, California. Gene passed away in 2003 and in 2004, Alice moved back to Fosston. She loved her family, friends, her pets, dogs and cats.

Alice passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston at the age of 94 years, 11 months and 25 days.

Survivors include her brother, Alton "Fritz" (Helen Mae) Frethem of Fosston; one nephew, Mark (Renee) Frethem of Wadena, Minnesota; five nieces, Linda (Wes) Knutson of Crookston, Minnesota, Sue Christen of Fosston, Marilyn (Neil) Wogsland of Menahga, Minnesota, Carole (Tom) Cover of St. George, Utah, and Mary (Dan) Salvhus of McIntosh, Minnesota. Several grand nephews and nieces also survive.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Stanley and Glenn.

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Died: March 11, 2009

Gertrude Enerson, age 90, from Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, March 11th at McIntosh Manor Nursing Home in McIntosh, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 18th at 11:00 AM at Kingo Lutheran Church with Rev. John Dalen officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at Kingo Lutheran Church, and there will also be reviewal for one hour before the funeral at the church. All services are at the church. Interment will be at Kingo Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Gertrude Violet Olson was born October 5, 1918 in Mahnomen, Minnesota to Gilbert and Lena (Lien) Olson.

Gertie married Olaf Enerson on October 17, 1937 at Lengby, Minnesota. They were married for 53 years, residing in Fosston, Minnesota during that time. Olaf passed away in 1991.

Gertie was a lifelong member of Kingo Lutheran Church where she had served as chairperson of the quilting group.

She enjoyed cooking and baking and was noted for her bread and lefse making. She liked spending time outdoors and loved to go fishing.

On Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Gertrude Enerson passed away at McIntosh Manor Nursing Home in McIntosh, Minnesota, where she had resided since 1997, at the age of 90 years.

She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn (Rodney) Thompson of Walker, Minnesota; daughter-in-law, Yvonne “Tulla” Enerson of Little Falls, Minnesota; her grandchildren, Greg (Margie) Enerson, Brent (Julie) Thompson, Kim (Robert) Smith and Michael Thompson; and great-grandchildren, Elise and Erica Enerson, Samantha and Lindsay Thompson, and Devon, Isaiah and Gabriel Smith. Also surviving is her twin sister, Gladys Solomonson of Lake Mills, Iowa; sisters-in-law, Gladyce Josephson of Fosston and Marian Enerson of Menahga, Minnesota; along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Olaf; her son, Robert Enerson; and brothers, Sunry, Art and Gordon Olson.

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Born: December 13, 1914
Died: April 07, 2011

Lucille Enerson, age 96, of Fosston, Minnesota and formerly of Winger, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (April 7th) at First Care Living Center in Fosston.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (April 16th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Dr. Gerald White officiating. Interment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis at a later date. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Memorials are preferred to Hope Lutheran TV and Radio Ministry. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Gladys Lucille Hansen was born on December 13, 1914 in Canby, Minnesota to parents John and Sophia (Christianson) Hansen. At the age of three she and her family moved to Sletten Township near Winger, Minnesota. She attended school in McIntosh and graduated from McIntosh High School in 1932.

Lucille was united in marriage to August Melvin Enerson on December 25, 1941. After their marriage they resided in McIntosh. In 1948 they moved to St. Paul, Minnesota where they raised their two children, Joan and Elwood. August passed away on July 9, 1977. She remained in St. Paul until 2002 when she returned to the home farm. In recent years she has resided in the Prairie Pines Community and First Care Living Center in Fosston.

She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in St. Paul where she was active for many years. She enjoyed needle work, crocheting and sewing. Most of all she enjoyed the time spent with her family.

Survivors include her daughter, Joan Enerson and her husband, Ken Anderson of Fairfax, VA; and son, Elwood Enerson and his wife, Leah Faudskar of Winger, Minnesota; two grandchildren, Taylor and Matt. Nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; brother, Clifford Hanson; and sister, Cedsel Hagen.

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Born: August 26, 1920
Died: November 13, 2007

Mabel Enerson, age 87, from rural, Trail, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, November 13th at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 16th at 2:00 PM at Vernes Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh, Minnesota with Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston and for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at the church cemetery and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Mabel Olga Sadie Hendrickson was born August 26, 1920 to Haakon and Christine (Moen) Hendrickson in Hill River Township, rural Trail, Minnesota. Mabel was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith. She grew up in Hill River and Chester Townships and spent her entire life there.

Mabel was united in marriage to Elmer Enerson on May 1, 1938 at Vernes Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh, Minnesota where she has been a lifelong member. Mabel and Elmer spent their life together farming in the area.

Mabel helped her dad and older brothers after her mother passed away at an early age. She was very active in quilting projects with the ladies at Vernes Church. She was always ready to give a helping hand to everyone in anyway she could. She loved to bake and to share her baked goods with family and neighbors. The coffee pot was always on whenever you came to visit.

On Tuesday, November 13, 2007 Mabel Enerson passed away at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston, Minnesota at the age of 87 years.

Mabel and Elmer were blessed with one daughter, Darlene (Orlien) Sollie of Trail, Minnesota. Darlene has lived and remained close to her parents all her life. Other survivors include two grandchildren, Linda (Richard) Bergeson of Trail and Larry (Carol) Sollie of Lengby, Minnesota; eight great-grandchildren, Skip (Angel) Bergeson, Lindsay Bergeson, Scott Bergeson and special friend Rudi McDaniel, Skyler Bergeson, Lisa Bergeson, and Keisha, Karina and Kylie Jo Sollie; one great great grandchild, Guy Bergeson; one brother, Morris (Eleanora) Hendrickson; two nieces, Cynthia (Wayne) Schmiedeberg, and Nancy (Brad) Gunderson; one nephew, Richard Hendrickson; two great nieces, Ashley (David) Halverson and Megan Gunderson. Also surviving on Elmer's side of the family are nieces and nephews, Arlo, Lavonne, Carol Ann, Joyce Ann and Judy Enerson, Ruth Melbo, Sophie (Marvin) Fredrickson, Byron (Betty) Rolf, Rosella (Maurice) Sauve; special great niece, Jean (Glen) Aichele, who never missed writing to Mabel and sending her pictures; and one God son, Jeremy Finseth.

There was always many special young people who used to stay at their home in the summertime working for Mabel and Elmer including Gaylen Enerson, who spent many summers with them. There are many cousins, relatives and friends and the list could go on and on.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer on April 15, 1997; her parents; two brothers, Helmer and Kenneth; grandparents; aunts and uncles; and many friends.

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