Born: April 11, 1921
Died: February 26, 2014

Helen Sovick, age 92 of Fosston, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, February 26th at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 4th at 11:00 AM at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with Jeanne Rains officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the funeral home on Tuesday. Interment will be at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery in Columbia Township at a later date, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Helen Eleanor Sovick was born April 11, 1921 to Hans and Hilda (Solberg) Sovick in Columbia Township, Polk County, east of Fosston Minnesota, the youngest of eight children. She grew up on the family farm where she was born, and attended Maple Hill Country School. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Lutheran Church.

As a young adult, she cooked in family homes, did waitress work in several cafes, enjoyed playing the piano, was talented in baking and decorating cakes for special occasions, and loved to grow flowers.

After a physical assault caused severe head trauma, Helen's ability to think, feel and accurately perceive reality deteriorated. Helen's mother provided care at her home until she passed away in 1967. Helen then received treatment at a State Hospital before returning to Fosston. She became a resident for many years in the Johnson Rest Home, and later, First Care Nursing Home (also known as Essentia Health Living Center) both in Fosston. The family are very grateful for all the fine care she had in both nursing homes, the many workers there also becoming her family.

On Wednesday, February 26, 2014 Helen passed away at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston at the age of 92 years.

Helen is survived by one sister, Rebecca Rud of Fosston. Also surviving are six nieces and nephews, Wesley Trulsen, Erwin Rud, Arlys Wayrynen, Maurice Borud, Sylvia Larson and Grace Borud. Great nieces and nephews also survive.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Evelyn Borud and Ruth Trulsen, and four brothers, Harold, Clifford, Carl and Leonard Sovick. Also preceding her in death were a niece, Delores Grundyson, and nephews, Lyle Trulsen, and Maynard Sovick.

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Born: November 13, 1912
Died: November 20, 2009

Bernice Smith, age 97, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (November 20th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday (November 24th) at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Ryan Rasmussen officiating. Interment will be in Sand Hill Cemetery, rural Fosston. 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.

Bernice Pauline Higdem was born on November 13, 1912 to Andrew J. and Emma G. Knutson Higdem at the family homestead in Sletten Township. Bernice attended country school through eighth grade and then attended McIntosh High School, graduating as salutatorian of the Class of 1931. After high school graduation, Bernice completed Normal Teacher's Training (a one-year teacher certification program). On receipt of her teacher's certificate, she returned to Sletten Township where she taught school for two years at her former country school.

In 1934, Bernice followed her sister, Agnes, to Minneapolis where she sought employment, first as a "domestic" (maid); and, later, evolving into the role of head cook for several families in the vicinity of Pillsbury Avenue. While serving as cook at one of those family mansions in Minneapolis, Bernice met and married Jerry Wertish on September 14, 1944. After they were married, Jerry and Bernice moved back to McIntosh where they owned and operated the Felix Café for approximately 15 years. To their union, three children were born: James Michael Wertish (11/18/45); John Edward Wertish (9/6/46); and Judith (Judy) Ann Wertish (12/2/48). Jerry and Bernice were divorced in 1956. In 1964, Bernice moved to Fosston after marrying Charles L. Smith. Although Charlie died in 1973, Bernice remained in Fosston where she re-entered the business world by purchasing a restaurant and card room (Mel's Place) that was owned by her brother, Melvin Higdem. She renamed the establishment "My Place", turned it into a family restaurant, and was sole proprietor of that very successful business enterprise for five years before selling it to Lowell Jevning. Bernice remained in Jevning's employ as chief cook for many years before finally retiring and moving back to McIntosh in 1991. Upon her return to McIntosh, Bernice managed the senior meal program for four years.

Bernice was deeply patriotic. She helped organize the VFW Post 6891 Ladies Auxiliary in McIntosh in 1949 and served many terms as President of the organization. She loved attending rallies in her earlier years, served on many committees, marched in parades, helped cook and serve dinners to the community, and completed annual reports for the organization up until her death. The Auxiliary was truly her passion. Bernice loved to laugh and she had a great capacity for looking at life on the bright side, never letting life's circumstances get her down.

After her "retirement" from the restaurant world in 1991, Bernice continued baking cookies and frying doughnuts for several of her most special "customers". She spoiled her family by making delicious lefse and mouth-watering deep-fried fattimand, heavily sprinkled with powdered sugar; and, she lovingly packed boxes of home-baked Christmas goodies that she mailed to her three granddaughters every Christmas Season from 1980-2007.

Bernice Higdem Wertish Smith was the last surviving member of the Andrew J. and Emma G. Higdem family; preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Melvin, Bennie, Joseph, Arnold, and Reuben; and, by her sisters Agnes Sandbeck Brown and Ella Glidden (Bill). Bernice is survived by her three children, Jim, John (Junell), and Judy; two step-daughters, Kenlyn Berg (Donovan) and Sharon Rowland (Marlo); four grandchildren (Danelle Papenfuss Bemis, Paula Knutson Bemis, Jennifer Bohnart, and Matt Olsen), and three great grandchildren (Miles Papenfuss, Anna Bemis, and Summer Knutson). Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. Bernice entered McIntosh Manor Nursing Home in August 2009 and she passed away at First Care Hospital in Fosston on November 20, 2009, at the age of 97 years and 7 days young.

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Born: October 16, 1941
Died: March 23, 2013

Richard "Dick" Tronerud, age 71, of Bagley, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (March 23rd) at his home under the care of family, friends and Clearwater County Hospice. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday (March 27th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston 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 Tuesday (March 26th) 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.

Richard Evan Tronerud was born on October 16, 1941 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Evon "Bud" and Maxine (Brekke) Tronerud. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. He grew up in Fosston and graduated from Fosston High School in 1959.

He worked on the family farm until attending the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. He also served in the Air National Guard.

He was united in marriage to Mary McDougall on September 10, 1966 at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. They lived in Grand Forks until he received his teaching degree, and moved to Bagley, Minnesota, where they have lived until the present time. He received a Master's Degree in School Administration from Bemidji State University and later a sixth year in Administration from St. Cloud State University. He taught Speech and English in Fosston for 10 years and started in the Gonvick school system as a Principal in the fall of 1979 and retired in 2001.

While teaching in Fosston he was voted as favorite teacher by the students and still receives calls, visits and cards from previous students. He taught students using creative methods-his radio occupations class being an example of teaching speech and public speaking in a fun and rewarding way. Students always came first during his career as he helped them succeed in any way possible.

He enjoyed public speaking and gave many Memorial Day speeches. He gave lay sermons at church when asked and MC'd school programs.

His favorite "hobby" was farming and he especially enjoyed visiting with other farmers and working with them when possible. No trip was complete without touring every machine lot on the way and frequently negotiating for a possible new tractor or piece of equipment. As a patient and loving grandfather, he took his three year old grandson on tractor rides-both enjoying their time together.

Richard is survived by his wife, Mary; three children, Jason (Michelle) of Maple Grove, Minnesota, Christopher of Plymouth, Minnesota, and Anthony of Bagley, Minnesota; two grandsons, Austin and Dylan; and one brother, Mark (Donna) of Dayton, OH.

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

Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Hagen, Evalee Jansen, Dianne Godtland, Eileen Lien, Rick Lamon, and Vern Pfeifer.

Pallbearers will be Robert Johnson, Keith Johnson, Tim Johnson, Maurice Borud, Kirt Abraham, and Bruce Hanson.

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Born: February 19, 1937
Died: October 14, 2009

Myrl Smith, age 72, of Mora, Minnesota and formerly from Fosston and McIntosh, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, October 14th at Villa Health Care Center in Mora. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 20th at 11:00 AM at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston, Minnesota with Rev. John Dalen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church and interment will be at the United Lutheran Cemetery at Berner, rural Gonvick, Minnesota. Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Myrl Lloyd Smith was born February 19, 1937 in Nora Township, rural Bagley, Minnesota to parents Lloyd and Ruth (Oftedahl) Smith. He lived in Eddy Township, rural Bagley where he attended country school until the 7th grade. Myrl worked at home starting farming and logging at the age of 9. He joined the Merchant Marines in 1956 on Lake Superior.

Myrl was married to Ilene Petterson from Clearbrook, Minnesota on December 5, 1959. They had two children, Kevin born in 1961 and Karen born in 1970.

Myrl worked for 16 years at the Fosston Potato Plant in Fosston, Minnesota until 1975. In 1976, they moved to Cook, Minnesota where in 1981 he built his own home. He worked at the Eveleth Taconite Mine until retirement in 1999, at which time they moved back to the Fosston/McIntosh, Minnesota area where Myrl built a home south of McIntosh.

In 2006, he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. To be closer to their children, they moved to Hinckley, Minnesota in 2008, and then for the last 3 months have lived in Mora, Minnesota.

Myrl loved his family, and enjoyed fishing, working in his shop, hunting, gardening, building things, helping people, and vacationing in Laughlin, NV in the winters.

On Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Myrl passed away at Villa Health Care Center in Mora at the age of 72 years.

Survivors include his wife, Ilene of Mora; his mother, Ruth Holman of Fosston; one son, Kevin (DeRae) Smith of Hinckley; one daughter, Karen (Bob) Haft of Coon Rapids, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Jenae Smith, Jacob Smith, Ken Smith, James Haft, and Vienna Haft; two great grandchildren, Jason Smith, and Kaylan Smith; two sisters, Cleone Johnson of Fosston, and Darline Novacek of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; and two brothers, Francis (Marilyn) Smith of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Franklin (Sharon) Smith of Monticello, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Smith; two brothers, Clayton Smith, and Laverne Smith; brother-in-law, Larry Johnson; sister-in-law, Phyllis Johnson; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Alfred and Alice Petterson.

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Born: March 20, 1951
Died: July 23, 2007

Ronald Sogla, age 56, of rural Trail, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (July 23rd) near his home as a result of injuries he sustained in a farm related accident.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday (July 28th) at Vernes Lutheran Church of rural McIntosh, Minnesota with the Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. 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.

Ronald John Sogla was born on March 20, 1951, in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Arnold Palmer and Virgil Virginia (Swenningson) Sogla. He grew up on the home farm in rural Trail and graduated from McIntosh High School in 1969. Following high school, Ron went into partnership on the farm with his father, Arnold. He was currently farming with his brother, Steve.

Ron enjoyed going to breakfast club in Oklee in the mornings. He also enjoyed his new tractor and riding his four-wheeler in the tamarack swamp near his home.

Survivors include two sisters, Arlene Tobel of Monticello, Minnesota, and Judy (Dennis) Kirby of Trail, Minnesota; two brothers, David (Esther) Sogla of Zimmerman, Minnesota, and Steve (Carol) Sogla of Trail, Minnesota; nieces and nephews, Sheli Graff and son, Skyler of Denver, CO; Leann (Troy) Neyhart and son, August of Harris, Minnesota; Stephanie (Gary) Papineau and daughter, Christina of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; Susan (Ron) Bertram and children, Kyle and Khloe of Eagan, Minnesota; Jimmy Sogla, his wife and son of the Twin Cities; Bobby Sogla of the Twin Cities; and Keith (Kelly) Sogla and son, Steven of Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Other relatives also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Karsten Syverson, Clay Syverson and Norris Syverson

Active Pallbearers will be Clifton Melby, Ambrose Beaudoin, John Lerohl, Roy Rystad, Tom Radniecki, and Larry Olson.

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Born: February 17, 1912
Died: September 17, 2009

Selma Trandem, age 97, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, September 17th at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd at 2:00 PM at Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine with Rev. Peter Satren officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church, and interment will be at the church cemetery. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Selma O. Hagen was born on February 17, 1912 in Badger Township, rural Erskine, Minnesota, to parents John and Johannah (Brown) Hagen. She grew up in the Erskine area and was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith at Saron Lutheran Church, rural Erskine.

On October 11, 1934 she was united in marriage to Helmer Trandem at the Maple Bay Parsonage by Rev. Iver Iverson. They made their home in Woodside Township for several years before moving into Erskine in 1976.

She was a member of Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine.

On Thursday, September 17, 2009 Selma Trandem passed away at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine at the age of 97 years.

Survivors include two daughters, Beverly (Arthur) Blix of Erskine and JoAnn (Dean) Orn of Turtle Lake, WI; five grandchildren, Randy (fiancé Barbara Wright) Blix, Jeff (Liz) Blix, Laura (John) Parkhurst, Brad (Heidi) Blix and Brenda Johnson; 12 great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren; one sister, Florence Horn of Twin Valley, Minnesota; one uncle, Bert Brown of Erskine; and several other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Helmer in 1999; three brothers; and eight sisters.

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Born: July 15, 1917
Died: September 25, 2009

Agnes Solie, age 92, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (September 25th) at the McIntosh Manor Nursing Home in McIntosh. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (October 1st) at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Ryan Rasmussen officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Thursday morning at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh and online guestbook is available at carlinhoialmen.com.

Agnes Johanna Johnson was born on July 15, 1917 in Lessor Township, rural McIntosh, Minnesota to parents Julius and Arnolda (Ulstad) Johnson. She grew up in Lessor Township, attended rural school and graduated from McIntosh High School. She then attended Normal Teacher's Training and beautician's school.

Agnes was united in marriage to Alvin Solie on August 9, 1941 in McIntosh. They lived for a short time in Seattle, Washington before returning to the McIntosh area, farming in Hill River Township. In 1955, they moved to town. Agnes had a beauty shop in her home and was also a cook at the high school for 17 years. Alvin passed away on February 15, 1987. After his death, Agnes continued to live at home in McIntosh.

Agnes passed away on Friday, September 25, 2009 at the McIntosh Manor Nursing Home at the age of 92 years, two months and 10 days.

Survivors include her children, David of Erskine, Minnesota, Diane Peterson of Sun City, AZ, Dan (Mary) of Maplewood, Minnesota, Darryl (Beth) of Rochester, Minnesota, and Delles (Diane) of Owatonna, Minnesota; grandchildren, Stacy, Nate, Heather, Shaleen, Josh, Justin, Brett, Jordan, Jarrett, Krista, and Paige. Great grandchildren and other relatives also survive.

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

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Born: July 27, 1921
Died: May 20, 2013

U.S. Veteran

Leon Trandem, age 91, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (May 20th) at Sanford Health Palliative Care Unit in Fargo, ND. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday (May 28th) at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Inurnment will be in Rodnes Lutheran Cemetery, rural Erskine, at a later date. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday (May 28th) at the church. Military honors will be conducted by the Bailey-Throne American Legion Post #596 of Erskine and the National Guard Honors Team. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Leon Stewart Trandem was born on July 27, 1921 in Woodside Township, rural Erskine, Minnesota, to parents John and Ida (Ramberg) Trandem. He was raised in Woodside and attended the Maple Grove rural school near Erskine. In August of 1942, he entered the United States Army, serving in the European Theatre during World War II. He received his honorable discharge in January of 1946 and returned home.

Leon was united in marriage to Edith Hedrich on March 9, 1946 at the Rodnes Lutheran Church Parsonage. After their marriage, Leon and Edie lived and worked in the Detroit area until 1948 at which time they moved back to Leon's roots in Erskine. Together they owned and operated Leon and Edie's Café in Erskine from 1949 until their retirement in 1986. Edie passed away on July 29, 2008.

He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church where he had served as a Trustee. He served on the Erskine City Council, was Justice of the Peace for 15 years and Sexton of Fairview Cemetery for 10 years. He delivered Meals-on-Wheels in Erskine for 15 years and then peeled potatoes for Erskine Senior Meals for another 17 years. He was proud to be a U.S. Army Veteran and a Life Member of the Bailey-Throne American Legion Post #596 of Erskine.

Survivors include three sons, Steven (Susan) of Moorhead, Minnesota, Wayne of Erskine, and Bruce of Erskine; one daughter, Dawn (John) Richards of Hawley, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; one sister, Sylvia Kappedal of Tucson, AZ; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Edith; four brothers, Orvis, Aaron, Walter and Lloyd; and one sister, Judith Paulson.

Pallbearers: Grandchildren– Kenneth Trandem, Samuel Trandem, Jody Trandem, Mark Trandem, Casey Trandem, Erin Trandem, Ben Richards, Sara Koppelman, Katherine Scott, and Angela Richards.

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Died: October 25, 2010

Donna Solberg, age 82, from Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, October 25th at her home near Fosston under the care of hospice. Private family memorial services will be held at a later date, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston assisted the family with arrangements.

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Born: April 21, 1921
Died: March 08, 2009

Wendell Soper, age 87, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (March 8th) at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 13th at 2:00 PM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen 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 there will also be reviewal for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at the Bagley City Cemetery in Bagley, Minnesota and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Wendell Loring Soper was born on April 21, 1922 in Nora Township, rural Bagley, Minnesota to Henry and Hilma (Widmark) Soper. Wendell grew up on the family farm near Bagley, attended Woodside School near Bagley through the 8th grade and graduated from Bagley High School in 1940. Following high school, Wendell attended welding school in Glenwood, Minnesota and then farmed with his father raising grain and clover.

In 1943 Wendell married Phyllis Boyer of Bemidji, Minnesota. They lived on the family farm until moving to Fosston, Minnesota in 1952. Wendell owned and operated the J. I. Case Dealership in Fosston from 1950 to 1978. Wendell loved farming and working with farm machinery. He was well known for his knowledge and helpfulness to others sorting out and solving many machinery "breakdowns". The Case Company awarded Wendell several trips to Florida and the Bahama Islands during those years.

Wendell was a longtime member of the Fosston Rotary Club, never missing their Thursday noon meetings. He was an avid bowler on the Rotary bowling team and for several years sponsored his own bowling team. Wendell was one of the early members of the Lake Itasca Region Pioneer Farmers Inc. organization.

During Wendell's many years of growing up, living, and working in the Bagley and Fosston area, he made many friends and enjoyed years of visiting and social activities with everyone he met. Wendell especially enjoyed the fall hunting season when many of his lifetime friends would gather at his farm to hunt.

On Sunday evening, March 8, 2009, Wendell passed away with family at his side at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota at the age of 87 years.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis of 65 years; daughters, Shirley (Gene) Husel of Winston-Salem, NC, Carol (Edwin) Lowell of Stillwater, Minnesota, Donna (Kenneth) Olson of Madison, WI, Holly (Peter) Meyer of Apple Valley, Minnesota, and Bonnie (Thomas) Montgomery of West St. Paul, Minnesota; eleven grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one granddaughter, Laura Ann Husel; and his sister, Bernice Erickson.

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Born: April 11, 1920
Died: September 14, 2010

Philamay Troska, age 90, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (September 14th), surrounded by her family, at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (September 17th) at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Interment will be in St. Mary's Catholic 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 Thursday (September 16th) and for one hour prior to the service on Friday, all at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Philamay Eleanor Kurowski was born on April 11, 1920 in Stephen, Minnesota, to parents Frank and Harriet (Przybylski) Kurowski. She attended school through the eighth grade in Stephen. She worked on area farms doing housework and taking care of children.

Philamay was united in marriage to Alfred Troska on November 28, 1939, in Florian, Minnesota. After their marriage, they farmed until 1947, moved to Bemidji, Minnesota, and owned and operated the Northern Store until 1950. They owned and operated the Corner Bar in Nymore and the Central Bar in Bemidji until 1956. They moved to Lengby, Minnesota, where they purchased and operated Al's Bar until their retirement in 1975. They continued to live in Lengby until December of 1998 at which time they moved to the Summerfield Apartments in Fosston. Alfred passed away on November 30, 1999.

Philamay continued to live at the Summerfield Apartments until October of 2007 when she became a resident of First Care Nursing Home. While at First Care, she was active in most of their activities and outings, especially enjoying the trips to the casino.

She was a long time member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, a member of the Lengby LIC for many years, and the Lakes Knitting Club.

Philamay was an avid machine knitter and spent many hours doing sweaters and afghans, many of which were received by family members. In later years, she hand-knit dish cloths and embroidered dish towels. She loved to play cards, read new recipes and watch the Minnesota, Twins play ball. She also loved growing her African Violets and making her grandchildrens favorite Sally Ann Cookies. She always looked forward to visits from all her grandchildren and many friends.

Philamay passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, surrounded by her family, at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston at the age of 90 years, five months and three days.

Survivors include four daughters, Eileen (Orlan) Solsten of Fosston, Charlotte Floan of Rogers, Minnesota, Lynette (Doug) Achtelik of Plymouth, Minnesota, and Donna (Larry) Anderson of Fosston; ten grandchildren, Jeffery Solsten, Michael Solsten, Shelly Anderson, Vicki Schwieters, Jennifer Embretson, Wade Anderson, Jamie Anderson, Kristen Antezana, Lori Johnson, and Lindsey Hamm; 12 great grandchildren, Ashley Solsten, Erika Solsten, Christopher Berglund, Hannah Anderson, Rachel Schwieters, Nicole Schwieters, Mallory Embretson, Sarah Embretson, Preston Anderson, Alyssa Anderson, Trey Johnson, and Marissa Pribyl; and one sister, Delphine Grembowski of Magalia, CA. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred on November 30, 1999; her parents; sister, Mary Rakowski; brothers-in-law, Ted Rakowski and Emil Grembowski; and son-in-law, Jim Floan.

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Born: February 03, 1916
Died: July 10, 2014

Evelyn Sorenson, age 98, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (July 10th) at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday (July 18th) at Mount Carmel Free Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Alan Arneson officiating. Interment will be in Salem Lutheran Cemetery, rural Gully. Minnesota. 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.

Evelyn Violet Westby was born on February 3, 1916 to parents Martin and Annie (Shay) Westby, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She attended school in McIntosh and also studied cosmetology at Fargo. She worked in a hair salon with a friend for a few years.

She was baptized, confirmed in the Lutheran faith, and was a member of the Salem Lutheran church of Gully. She taught Sunday School and was active in the ladies aid. She also was the church organist for many years. She attended Mt. Caramel Lutheran church in McIntosh after the Salem Lutheran church closed.

Evelyn was united in marriage to Delmer Sorenson on Oct. 8, 1949, in McIntosh. They lived in Crookston when they were first married and then purchased a farm near Gully where they moved to later. Evelyn enjoyed playing games, crocheting, sewing, embroidery and playing her piano. She also enjoyed her garden, flowers and canning the many vegetables from that garden. She loved her animals, especially cats.

Delmer passed away in April of 1996 after 47 years of marriage. Evelyn continued to live on the farm until moving to a farm near Fosston. She moved to Prarie Pines assisted living in 2008. She entered the First Care Living center in Fosston in April of 2014.

Evelyn passed away at First Care Living center on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at the age of 98.

She is survived by a daughter, Janet (Robert) Landsverk of Fosston, Minnesota; her grandchildren, Randy (Jodi) Landsverk, of Fosston, Bryan (Bridget) Landsverk of Fosston and great-grandchildren, Annika Landsverk, Chloe Landsverk, Brooke Landsverk, Berkley Landsverk, and Brantley Landsverk, all of Fosston, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, all her brother in laws, sister in laws, and also some nieces and nephews.

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Born: May 15, 1911
Died: March 18, 2014

Edna Sorgaard, age 102, of Lengby, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (March 18th) at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday (March 24th) at Fridhem Lutheran Church in Lengby with the Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.co

Edna was born on May 15, 1911, near Oslo, Norway. Her father Gustav Norvold, already working in America, sent money back to his family in Norway for tickets to join him. In 1912, Edna, along with her mother, Pauline, and her older brother, Reinhart, sailed to America.

They first lived for a time in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, where Gustav had work and later moved to Edinburgh, North Dakota, where Edna started school at Adams School. She would later attend school in Twin Valley, Minnesota.

In 1928 when Edna was seventeen, Gustav bought a farm near Lengby, Minnesota. One summer day in 1928 Edna and a friend were walking home from Spring Lake on a road east of Lengby and a young man in his 1926 Chevy coupe stopped and gave them a ride home. Two years later, on June 18, 1930, Edna married that young man, Clarence Sorgaard. Together they raised their family and worked their farm on the edge of Lengby. They lived on that farm for over 50 years.

In addition to the hard work of being a farmer's wife through the Depression and beyond, Edna gave a lot of time to her church. She was an active member of the LCW and the Sewing Circle. She cooked, baked, quilted, sewed, and knitted for various church activities and causes. Her knitted pot holders, scarves, and afghans often brought spirited bidding wars at Fridhem Lutheran Church's Fall Festivals. Some of those battles became family traditions. Edna smiled with pride over the funds that her work brought to the church. And if that wasn't enough to keep her busy, later she cooked at the summer Boy Scout camp at White Earth and then went to work in the kitchen at the Fosston Hospital getting on the road before six o'clock on cold winter mornings.

She moved to the Linda Marie apartments in Fosston in 1992 after the family farm was sold and Clarence was in the nursing home. She made daily visits to be with him until he passed away on September 7, 1994. She moved to an assisted living apartment at Prairie Pines in 2005 and celebrated her 100th birthday there with her family and friends.

While at Prairie Pines she continued to knit, read, and remain active in their activities. People often brought her yarn with special requests. She made afghans for each of her grandchildren that were presents to them at their high school graduations. She especially loved poetry. Reading it and writing it. She kept her sharp mind and quick wit to the end, firing off one liners to her laughing visitors. This comment was often made, "She is a special lady." She always thought of others before herself.

Edna passed away on March 18, 2014, leaving behind a thankful family and worlds of memories for them and for the people who knew her.

Surviving are her three children, Clemence (Sylvia) of Fargo, North Dakota, Roger of Wyoming, Minnesota, and Joyce (Phil) Sieburg of Richfield, Minnesota. Also, ten grandchildren, John (Xiao Tong) Sorgaard, Eric (Tana) Sorgaard, Mark (Lara) Sorgaard, Rodney (Lauren) Sorgaard, Richard (Debbie) Sorgaard, Craig Sorgaard (Keri), Cindy (Tim) Griffin, Daniel Sieburg (Margo), David (Jocelyn) Sieburg, and JoLynn (Jacques) Baumer. Edna also had 20 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Other survivors included many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clarence, brother Reinhart, sister Esther, daughter-in-law Cathy, and granddaughter Suzanne.

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Born: May 26, 1918
Died: January 20, 2008

Ruth Trulsen, age 89, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (January 20th) at Midway Care Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday (January 24th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with the Rev. Arvid Salvhus officiating. Interment will be in St. Petri Lutheran Cemetery, rural Bagley. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ruth Emelia Sovick was born on May 26, 1918 in Columbia Township, rural Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Hans and Hilda (Solberg) Sovick. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith on November 19, 1933 and attended the Maple Hill rural school through the eighth grade.

Ruth was united in marriage to Leonard R. Trulsen on October 27, 1947 in Erskine, Minnesota, by Rev. Skogerboe. After their marriage, they lived on a farm northeast of Fosston and Ruth helped Leonard wrap meat in McIntosh and Bagley. In the fall of 1967, they moved from the farm to Fosston.

Ruth did housekeeping for Ruth Hole and, in 1973, began work at the old Fosston Hospital and nursing home. During her employment time, the building was sold to Allan and Judy Potvin and renamed Midway Care Center. In the summer of 1976, Ruth quit work at Midway due to health problems.

She returned to work in 1981 with the City of Fosston, working housekeeping duties at the Library Arts Center, Fosston City Office and the Fosston Police Station. She also worked for two and a half years cleaning for chiropractor Dr. Harry Fink at his office.

Ruth retired in the summer of 1995 due to Leonard's failing health. After he passed away in the spring of 1996, Ruth continued to live at home with her son, Wesley. She continued on with her love of her flowers and plants and hosting birthday parties for her brother and sisters.

In recent years, Ruth's health needed more care after having trouble with her kidney. She entered the hospital in Fosston and then Midway Care Center in Fosston. After a few weeks in her new home and with her health fading, she started to adjust with the care of a loving staff at Midway.

Ruth passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2008 at Midway Care Center at the age of 89 years.

Survivors include one daughter, Arlys (Melvin) Wayrynen of Fosston; son, Wesley Trulsen of Fosston; two sisters, twin sister, Rebecca Rud and Helen Sovick, both of Fosston; one daughter-in-law, Tina Trulsen of Twin Lake, MI.; five grandchildren, Kelly (Edward) Mickelson and Karen White (friend, Pete), all of Nashwauk, Minnesota, Keith White (friend, Rochelle) of Blaine, Minnesota, Jennie Trulsen and Matthew Trulsen, both of Twin Lake, MI; four great grandchildren, Kassandra (Kyle) Hilborn of Puyallup, WA, Jenissa Mickelson and Blake Mickelson, both of Nashwauk, Minnesota, and Erik Lyle Trulsen of Twin Lake, MI.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard in 1996; one son, Lyle Trulsen in 1990; one sister, Evelyn S. Borud; four brothers, Harold, Carl, Clifford and Leonard; and one nephew, Maynard Sovick.

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Born: July 17, 1942
Died: November 10, 2009

David A. Solie, age 67, from McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, November 10th at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, November 19th at 11:00 AM at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine. Gifts/Flowers may be sent in care of Pioneer Memorial Care Center, 23028 347th St. S.E., Erskine, Minnesota 56535. Memorials may also be made in David's name to the MS Society. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston, Minnesota assisted the family with arrangements.

David Allen Solie son of Alvin and Agnes (Johnson) Solie was born on July 17, 1942 in Seattle, Washington.

He passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine at the age of 67 years.

He is survived by daughters, Shaleen and Heather; grandchildren, Taryn, Jordan, Adrian and Alex; brothers, Danny, Daryl and Delles; and sister, Diane.

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Born: March 07, 1946
Died: October 09, 2013

Ric Sorenson, age 67, of Fosston, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 9th at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (October 19th) at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. 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. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Ric Sorenson Arts Scholarship or Pioneer Memorial Care Center.

Ricky Dorn Sorenson "Ric" was born the second of 2 children on March 7, 1946 in Warren, Minnesota to parents Avis Irene (Dykeman) and Delmer "Adorn" Sorenson. Ric was raised in Warren, Minnesota where he attended Warren High School, and enjoyed participating in choir and band. He and his dad helped create the Warren Riding Stable, and Ric spent a lot of time tending to his horse "Tammy".

Upon graduation from WHS, he attended the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, receiving a Bachelor degree in art education and later a Master in Fine Arts. In the fall of 1968 he was hired by Fosston's Superintendent Arvid Magelssen after he was interviewed for the teaching position in the back of the bus at a gas station where Superintendent Magelssen had driven a bus to Grand Forks for repairs. Ric also worked for 2 years as an art teacher at the Rochester Arts Center, Rochester, Minnesota where he met and became a part of the Judy and Burton Onofrio family. Ric retired from the Fosston school district in 2000.

The Fosston district had an unusually high number of students going on to pursue a degree in visual art due to Ric's influence.

Ric married Bernadette (Huls) Sorenson on September 2nd, 1967 in Jamestown, North Dakota. At that time they were both attending UND and enjoying an uncomplicated and simple life living in married student housing.

Ric's main interests in life were his family, his students, his art, his many many dogs, and his mule Cricket.

He and his wife received the Fosston Service Award in 2001. He received the Art Educator of Minnesota Award in 1997, Secondary Art Educator of the Year in 1990, 1988 Art Educators Visual Art Program Award, and was nominated for the Minnesota Teacher of the Year 1988. He served 10 years as president on the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council and received the 2013 Northwest Arts Advocate of the Year Award.

Ric dedicated 20 years of volunteer service to the American Field Service (AFS)program promoting peace one person at a time. His family hosted many AFS students who became members of the family. He and Bernadette received the American Field Service Venum Founders Award in 2004 for care and understanding of every student hosted in the Pine to Prairie Region and their commitment in leadership and the encouragement they have shown to others.

On Wedenesday, October 9, 2013 Ric passed away peacefully at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota at the age of 67 years.

He is survived by his wife, Bernadette, and 2 children, a son and daughter and 3 grandchildren. Lucia (Keith) Brovold of Fosston, and Tristan (Stacy) Sorenson of Lengby. He has 3 wonderful grandchildren who are full of life, Taylor Brovold, and Brayden and Carter Sorenson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Gary Lee Sorenson.

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Born: June 08, 1935
Died: October 21, 2011

Judy Sorgaard, age 76, from Lengby, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 21, 2011, at her residence in Lengby.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 26th at 11:00 AM at Bethel Assembly Church in Fosston, Minnesota with Pastor John Marx officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, and there will also be reviewal for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery in Lengby, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

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Born: April 09, 1915
Died: December 19, 2006

Evelyn Sonstelie, age 91, from McIntosh, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, December 19th at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 22nd at 11:00 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh 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 the McIntosh Community Center, and for one hour before the funeral at the church. Interment will be at Sand Hill Cemetery, rural Winger, Minnesota, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Evelyn Amanda Gunning was born on April 9, 1915 to parents Andrew and Laura (Brue) Gunning at Clearbrook, Minnesota.

She was married to Gerhard Sonstelie on October 19, 1935 at the Hope Lutheran Church Parsonage in Fosston, Minnesota. They made their home on a farm near Winger, Minnesota. Gerhard passed away in 1965, and Evelyn moved into McIntosh, Minnesota in1972, where she lived until 2004, when she entered First Care Nursing Home in Fosston.

Evelyn began her career as a nursing assistant in 1952 at nursing homes in the area, and worked at the Fosston Hospital for many years until she retired in 1980. She then worked as a cook at the McIntosh School for the next 10 years.

Evelyn was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh, Ladies Aide, the McIntosh VFW Auxiliary, and was an avid quilter.

On Tuesday, December 19, 2006 Evelyn Sonstelie passed away at First Care Nursing Home at the age of 91 years.

She is survived by sons, Arvid (Carol) of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Gordon (Shirley) of Erskine, Minnesota; daughters, Marie Ripp of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and Karen (Luther) Jacobson of Burnsville, Minnesota; daughter-in-law, Dianne Sonstelie of Winger; 14 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; one great great granddaughter; brother, Walter (Arlyce) Gunning of Clearbrook; and sister, Doris (Emil) Hallin of Rapid City, South Dakota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gerhard; son, Rodney; daughter, Arlene; and brothers, Gilman, Art, and Earl Gunning.

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Born: January 05, 1943
Died: February 22, 2010

Jerome Sovick, age 67, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (February 22nd) at Lakewood Health Systems Hospital in Staples, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday (February 26th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Poplar River Cemetery, rural Fosston, 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 Thursday (February 25th) 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.

Jerome Severt Sovick was born on January 5, 1943 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Severt and Lillian (Anderson) Sovick. He grew up in Fosston and graduated from Fosston High School with the class of 1962. Jerome lived in Fosston for most of his life except for a short time in Erskine and McIntosh, Minnesota. He was currently a resident at the Midway Care Center in Fosston.

He worked at the Occupational Development Center in Crookston and Fosston. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. He loved sports of all kinds and took great interest in the Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Vikings.

Jerome passed away on Monday, February 22, 2010 at Lakewood Health Systems Hospital in Staples, Minnesota at the age of 67 years.

Survivors include seven siblings, Joann (Robert) Maruska of Bagley, Minnesota, Sandra (Bernard) Viktora of Pharr, TX, Leon Sovick of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Linda Arnold of Bemidji, Minnesota, Diane (Raymond) Maruska of Lengby, Minnesota, Steven (Mary) Sovick of Fosston, and Gail (Paul) Deihl of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota; brother-in-law, Wilfred Maruska of Fosston; aunt, Shirley Anderson of Fosston; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shirley Maruska; nephew, Kevin Maruska; niece, Carol Arnold; and brother-in-law, Richard Arnold.

Pallbearers will be Dennis Maruska, Tom Maruska, Jeff Maruska, Todd Bjerke, Nathan Pederson, Mike Maruska, and Tim Maruska.

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Born: August 25, 1931
Died: November 29, 2008

David LeRoy Solie, age 77, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday (November 29th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine, Minnesota.

Memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday (December 3rd) at the Lengby Baptist Church in Lengby, Minnesota with the Rev. David Smith officiating. Interment will be held in Oakland Cemetery, rural Lengby at a later date. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston assisted the family with arrangements and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

David was born in Lengby, Minnesota on August 25, 1931 to Oscar and Ruth (Taflin) Solie. He attended grade school in Lengby and worked at various farms locally and also in North Dakota and Montana. He also spent some time working on the ore boats out of Duluth. David attended Lengby Baptist Church during the years of his retirement.

David was preceded in death by his parents; younger brother Earl of Lengby; and sister Helen (Mrs. Alvin Berntson) of Bagley, Minnesota. He is survived by two sisters: Leona (Eugene) Olson of Naples, FL and Mae (Daniel) Olson of Naples, FL. He is also survived by nephews, a niece, grand nephews and nieces, as well as several cousins.

Special thanks to the caregivers who attended to David's needs during the last few months and to his church family at Lengby Baptist. Blessed be his memory.

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Born: February 13, 1910
Died: September 11, 2009

Myrtle Sorkness, age 99, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (September 11th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by funeral services at 7:00 p.m., all on Tuesday (September 15th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with the Pastor Tim Carlton officiating. Interment will be on Wednesday (September 16th) at Oak Grove Cemetery, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Myrtle Genevieve Lee was born on February 13, 1910, to parents John and Sena (Morken) Lee at Flom, Minnesota. During her early childhood, the family moved to a farm west of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota where she grew up and attended a country school. Upon finishing her education, Myrtle held various positions of employment in Minnesota, Washington, and California.

On September 18, 1947 Myrtle married Harry Sorkness in Napa, California and they continued to live there until 1976 when Harry retired and the couple moved to Hillsboro, North Dakota. Harry passed away in 1996 and Myrtle moved to Mayville, North Dakota where she lived until 2005. In that year Myrtle took up residence at Prairie Pines Assisted Living Community in Fosston in order to remain close to family. She moved to First Care Nursing Home during the following year and remained there until the time of her death.

Myrtle's life was characterized by a quiet and abiding faith in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her zest for life, sense of humor, and gracious hospitality were special gifts she used to touch the lives of family and friends.

Myrtle passed away on Friday, September 11, 2009 at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 99 years.

Myrtle is survived by one sister, Marian Overmoe of Fosston, Minnesota as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one sister Thelma, and brothers Richard, Palmer, Louis, Arnold, Gerald, Rueben, and David.

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Born: December 28, 1920
Died: July 29, 2008

Edith "Edie" Trandem, age 87, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (July 29th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (August 4th) at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Rodnes Lutheran Cemetery at a later date. 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 and sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Grace Lutheran elevator fund or organ fund.

Edith Edna Hedrich was born on December 28, 1920 in Spring Lake Township, Norman County, Minnesota, to parents Charley and Emma (Zahn) Hedrich. She grew up and attended rural school through the eighth grade in Spring Lake Township. Following school, she worked as a waitress at the Blue Bird Café in Ada, Minnesota, and the Ness Café in Erskine, Minnesota.

Edie was united in marriage to Leon Trandem on March 9, 1946 at the Maple Lake parsonage. After their marriage, they moved to Detroit, Michigan where Edie worked as a waitress and Leon worked as a carpenter. They returned to Erskine in September of 1948, and began operating an existing café on October 1. On July 15, 1949, they opened their new café known as Leon and Edie's which they owned and operated until their retirement in 1986.

They continued to live at their home in Erskine until Edie moved to the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine in March of 2007. She was a long-time member of Grace Lutheran Church where she was active in Ladies Aid for many years. She enjoyed sewing and baking and spending time with her family.

Edith "Edie" Trandem passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Pioneer Memorial Care Center at the age of 87 years, seven months and one day.

Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Leon of Erskine; four children, Steven and his wife, Susan, of Bemidji, Minnesota, Wayne of Erskine, Bruce of Erskine, and Dawn Richards and her husband, John of Hawley, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; five sisters, Lorraine Nelson of Halstad, Minnesota, Helen Nelson of Hillsboro, ND, Dorothy Hanson of Ada, Minnesota, Marcella Olson of Crosby, Minnesota, Evelyn (Alvin) VonHoldt of Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota; one brother, Orville "Billy" Hedrich of Hill City, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Ellen Hedrich of Fertile, Minnesota, and Gloria Clemenson of West Fargo, ND. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Clarence, Conrad, Walter, Armond, and infant brothers, Lloyd and Edwin; sisters, Edna Sannes, Irene Gade, and infant sisters, Alice and Lillie; and one half sister, Florence Lindstrom.

Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Mark Trandem, Casey Trandem, Erin Brunsvold, Kenny Trandem, Sam Trandem, Jody Trandem, Ben Richards, Sara Koppelman, Katie Richards, and Angie Richards.

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Born: October 05, 1964
Died: December 30, 2009

Denise Spicer, age 45, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (December 30th) at her home following a courageous battle with cancer. Friends and family are invited to stop by to visit between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday (January 17th) at apartment 11 in the north building of the Towne Square Apartments, 221 Kaiser Ave. N, in Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com

Denise Marie Combs was born on October 5, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up and attended school in Chicago and then worked various jobs in many different states. She met Todd Spicer in Rapid City, South Dakota, and they were married there on August 16, 2003. After their marriage, they lived in Rapid City, Shelly, Minnesota and settled in Fosston in 2005. Denise was employed at MDV in Fosston until she was forced to quit due to health reasons.

Denise enjoyed fishing, music and animals. She especially enjoyed time spent with family and friends. Denise always wore a smile on her face and her heart on her sleeve.

Survivors include her husband, Todd of Fosston; sister, Tina Barnes along with other siblings; brothers-in-law, Chuck and Kent Spicer; sisters-in-law, Beth Anderson, Amy Johnson, and Mary McKeever. Nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Betty Spicer.

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Born: September 13, 1919
Died: May 11, 2007

Hazel St. Germain, age 87, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (May 11th) at the Midway Care Center in Fosston.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday (May 16th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may greet the family for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Hazel Bertin Ostgarden was born on September 13, 1919 in Gonvick, Minnesota to parents Herman and Betsy (Tuft) Ostgarden. She grew up in the Gonvick/Trail area and attended rural school in Hill River Township.

She was united in marriage to Irwin St. Germain on October 24, 1938. After their marriage, they lived for a short time in Oklee, Minnesota before settling in Fosston. In addition to caring for her children, Hazel worked for many years at the Cozy Corner Cafe in Fosston. Irwin passed away in October of 1962. She continued to live at home in Fosston until 2005 when she entered the Midway Care Center.

She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. During her life, Hazel enjoyed canning, baking and gardening.

Hazel passed away on Friday, May 11, 2007 at the Midway Care Center in Fosston at the age of 87 years, seven months and 28 days.

Survivors include her children, Marvin (Marie) of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jerry of Fosston, Mary Blevins of Fosston, Gloria (Andy) Jacobson of Aurora, Minnesota, and Glen (Karen) of Long Prairie, Minnesota; 14 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; one brother, Clarence (Lois) Ostgarden of Fosston; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; sisters, Henrietta Svedahl, Mabel Nelson, and Irene Rud; brothers, Alvin and Ernie Ostgarden; grandson, Mark St. Germain; and son-in-law, Melford Curfman.

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Born: November 14, 1912
Died: September 15, 2008

Ragna Steile, age 95, of Gully, Minnesota, went home to be with her Lord surrounded by her family on Monday (September 15th) at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston under care of hospice.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (September 19th) at Lund Lutheran Church in Gully with Pastors Alan Arneson, Michael Sletto and Gary Johnson officiating. Interment will be in Lund Lutheran Cemetery, rural Gully. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Thursday (September 18th) 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 www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ragna Oline Qually was born on November 14, 1912 to Olav and Ragnhild Bratteland Kvaale (Qually) in Johnson Township Gully, Minnesota, on the family farm. Ragna's parents were Norwegian immigrants who had settled north of Gully. She attended grade school in the log, one room Poplar Isle School as well as in District 241, Strande School. Later, she went to Gully High School. She then attended Lutheran Bible Institute in Minneapolis for one year. During her time in Minneapolis, Ragna worked as a housekeeper, a nurse's aide at the Swedish Hospital, and also for a publishing company called Northwestern Press. She attributed her knowledge of modern housekeeping skills to her experience as a housekeeper in Minneapolis. In order to help her mother raise several grandchildren, Ragna returned home to the family farm. She always wished she could have stayed in Minneapolis and continued her education. However, this move turned out to be better than she had thought as this is where she was to meet and marry the love of her life.

Ragna was united in marriage to Harold Melvin Steile, a young man also from north of Gully, on October 20, 1937 at Lund Church in Gully. Harold and Ragna raised 4 children; Ronald, Dianne, Darlene, and Richard. Ragna always grew a large and well tended garden along with helping Harold on the farm. She had nightly devotions with her children, which they still remember fondly. Ragna served many years in the WELCA of Lund, taught Sunday school, served in the PTA, belonged to the birthday club, and was a wonderful hostess to one and all. She loved to cook and entertain in her home and made it look so easy. In 1978 Ragna and Harold started building their retirement home across the road on the Bennie Anderson Farm. They had only lived there 3 months before Harold passed away in July 1979. She lived several places after this and finally settled in Fosston where she spent many years. In Fosston she attended Calvary Free Lutheran Church, was active in the Embassy, bible studies, and Singles Christian Fellowship Club. Ragna enjoyed reading, writing poetry, and kept a journal since 1946. She was an avid writer leaving precious written memories for all to share. Later on, she became talented in rosemaling and left many pieces for her family to cherish for years to come.

Ragna went home to be with her Lord surrounded by her family on Monday, September 15, 2008 at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston under care of hospice at the age of 95 years.

Left to celebrate her life and hold her memory close to their hearts are her children: Ronald (Sonja) Steile of Trail, Minnesota, Dianne (Arden) Buchholz of Halstad, Mi, Darlene (Dan) Alsup of Plymouth, Mi, and Rick (Sandy) Steile of Silver Lake, Mi; her grandchildren, Denise (Scott) Hoeft, Bo (Arden) Fowler, Aaron (Melinda) Buchholz, Jill (Jeff) Kyong-McClain, Cara (Doug) Lawrence, Huy (Dung) Le, Tuan (Thuy) Le, Hong-Van (David) Wamsley, John Alsup, Amy Alsup, Richard Alsup, Sarah Alsup, Michelle (Jeremy) Goudge, Kristopher Steile, Tiana (Adam) Wick, Nicholle (Josh) Winfrey; her great grandchildren, Jessica (Wade) Robinson, Branden Hoeft, Jared Hoeft, Chad Hoeft, Ryan Hoeft, Derrick Finseth, Akiko Kyong-McClain, Owen Kyong-McClain, Cole Buchholz, Noah Buchholz, Lyla Lawrence, Vu Le, Vinh Le, Vi Le, Jennifer Le, Jonathan Le, Ashley Alsup, Dylan Alsup, Leyton Wick, Alexander Wick, and Alexis Winfrey; and her great-great granddaughter Flynn Janel Robinson; and one sister, Vivian Nyland of Imlay City, MI.

Ragna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harold, five brothers, four sisters, granddaughter Janel Steile, grandson Viet Ta, great granddaughter Kristen Hoeft, and numerous nieces and nephews.

We would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the hospice volunteers and the staff at Firstcare Nursing Home for showing such care and compassion over the last few months. It was greatly appreciated.

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Born: May 07, 1927
Died: March 20, 2008

Marilyn Stedman, age 80, of rural McIntosh, Minnesota, and formerly of Amherst, WI, left for her Heavenly Home on Thursday (March 20th). Memorial services will be held at a later date in Wisconsin. Local arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Marilyn Marie nee Jensen was born on May 7, 1927 in Waupaca, Wisconsin, to parents Paul and Marie (Radley) Jensen. She married Herbert Stedman on May 29, 1948.

She is survived by five daughters, Betty (Mark) Syverson of McIntosh, Minnesota, June Stedman of Thompson, MB, Peggy Higgins of Warrens, WI, Lila (Joel) Syverson of Amherst, WI, and Amy Hester of Lakewood, CO; and one son, Lynn Stedman of Amherst, WI; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband and an infant daughter, Ann Marie.

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Born: November 11, 1915
Died: May 21, 2010

Grace Trandem, age 94, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (May 21st) at Riverview Care Center in Crookston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday (May 26th) at Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine, with the Rev. Peter Satren 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 (May 25th) at Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at Rodnes Lutheran Church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. The family requests memorials to be given to Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor or the Rodnes Lutheran Church in rural Erskine.

Mrs. Trandem was born on November 11, 1915 to her late parents Otto Henry and Clara (Larsen) Camp in the town of Dugdale, Tilden Township, Polk County, Minnesota, where she lived with her parents, 4 brothers and 5 sisters. Her parents operated a general mercantile store in Dugdale, a café in St. Hilaire and a creamery in Mentor, Minnesota.

On September 4, 1937 in Mentor, Minnesota, Grace was united in marriage to Melvin Trandem. They first made their home in western Woodside Township, then, in 1942 Grace and Melvin purchased and moved to the August Strand farm near Maple Lake where they lived for 45 years. During that time they farmed, sold eggs and operated a small dairy and raised 3 girls: Marlys (Harry) Manole, Yvonne (Chris) Christopherson and Ruth (Roger) Clifton.

Grace and Melvin were locally known for their friendly and gracious hospitality towards neighbors, friends and family. When visitors arrived they would always put the coffee on to share while visiting around the large round wooden kitchen table. Together they faithfully attended Rodnes Lutheran Church in rural Erskine where Melvin's grandfather was one of the founding members. After retiring, they moved to a home they purchased in Mentor. Sadly, Melvin passed away on July 1, 1988 after 50 years of marriage. Grace later attended Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor until becoming ill and making her home in Riverview Care Center, Crookston, Minnesota.

Survivors include her three daughters Marlys (Harry) Manole, Yvonne (Chris) Christopherson and Ruth (Roger) Clifton, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Numerous nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Trandem, 5 sisters and four brothers.

Pallbearers will be Merle Solie, Gary Moran, Sheldon Trandem, Dennis Mieke, Scott Trandem and Don Simonson, Sr.

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Born: June 08, 1937
Died: November 07, 2010

Janis Turner, age 73, of rural McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2010, at her residence. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 12, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Mark Peske officiating. Interment will be in New Sweden Cemetery, rural McIntosh. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Janis Marie Grimm was born on June 8, 1937, in Red Lake County, rural Brooks, Minnesota, to parents Orville and Marie (Magoon) Grimm. She grew up and attended rural school in the rural Brooks area.

Janis was united in marriage to Alvin Turner and they lived in Minneapolis before moving to their farm near McIntosh where they lived for many years. Alvin passed away in 1977.

Janis farmed with her husband and held various other jobs including working on a mink ranch and at the Northern Pride Turkey plant in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.

She loved the outdoors especially deer hunting (squirrel hunting) and fishing with her best friend, Jim Bendickson. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with Jim, her family and friends.

Janis passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at her home in King Township, rural McIntosh, Minnesota, at the age of 73 years, four months and 30 days.

She is survived by her daughter, Connie (Rico) Austin of Scottsdale, AZ; one son, Wade Turner of Las Vegas, NV; one grandson, Colten Turner; special friend, Jim Bendickson of Oklee, Minnesota; three sisters, Pearl Johnson of McIntosh, Ruby (Irvin) Christianson of Trail, Minnesota, and Eileen Christianson of Oklee, Minnesota; one brother, Darryl (Dolores) Grimm of Brooks, Minnesota; one sister-in-law, Charlotte (Gordon) Leaf of Bloomington, Minnesota; and many other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and four brothers, LeRoy, Duane, Douglas and Curtis.

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Born: March 07, 1942
Died: February 23, 2009

U.S. Veteran

Jerry St. Germain, age 66, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, February 23rd at Innovis Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota.

Memorial services will be held on Monday, March 2nd at 11:00 AM at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. A visitation period will be held for one hour before the memorial service at the funeral home, and interment will be at Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston at a later date. Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Gerald was born March 7, 1942 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Irwin and Hazel (Ostgarden) St. Germain. He attended Fosston High School and lived the majority of his life in Fosston, Minnesota. Jerry joined the Marine Corps in January 1960, serving 4 years, becoming Lance Corporal and earning the Good Conduct medal and Sharpshooter Badge during service.

Jerry was married to Julie Roue, and they were blessed with a son Carson. Jerry then married Mary Henry and they were blessed with a son Stephen.

Jerry is survived by his two sons, Carson (Heather) McDonald of St. Louis Park, Minnesota and Stephen St. Germain, of Grand Rapids, Minnesota; two brothers, Marvin (Marie) St. Germain of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Glen (Karen) St. Germain, of Long Prairie, Minnesota; two sisters, Gloria (Andy) Jacobson of Aurora, Minnesota and Mary Blevins of Fosston, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his loving parents.

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Born: January 07, 1936
Died: September 20, 2013

Margaret Sten, age 77, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (September 20th) at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home in Crookston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday (September 24th) at Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine with the Rev. Peter Satren officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery, rural Mentor. 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 Erskine and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Margaret Della Williams was born on January 7, 1936 in Pembina County, Cavalier Township to parents Lydia and Fred Williams. Margaret was married to Charles Sten and together they lived in Tabor and East Grand Forks and later in Mentor, Minnesota where they resided for many years. Margaret drove potato and beet trucks during harvest and school bus for the Mentor school district for a number of years. She loved children and her dogs as well as her many friends. Margaret lost her beloved Charles in 1996. After Charles' death she moved back to her farm west of Mentor where she resided with the help of her friend Don Williams until she became a resident of Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home in August of 2008.

While living at the Villa she was blessed to have great nurses and caregivers, one she became especially close to was Marissa and her family, she also loved to visit and was blessed to have many visitors.

Margaret passed away surrounded by her close friends on Friday, September 20, 2013 at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home at the age of 77 years.

She will be sadly missed by many. Blessed be Margaret's memory.

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Born: September 13, 1923
Died: January 20, 2013

U.S. Veteran

Richard Stier, age 89, from McIntosh and formerly from Rochester, Minnesota passed away on Sunday, January 20th at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota.

Memorial services will be held at a later date at Madonna Towers in Rochester and interment of cremains will be at St. Finbarrs' Cemetery in Grand Meadow, Minnesota. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh is in charge of the local arrangements.

Richard Alvin Stier was born on September 13, 1923 in St. Paul, Minnesota, to parents Alvin and Marcella (Armstrong) Stier.

Survivors include one daughter, Judy Conley of McIntosh; one son, Gary Stier of Austin, TX; six grandchildren, Charity (Todd) Edson, Lisa (Michael) Barnum of McIntosh, Joshua (Haley) Stier, Jonathan Stier, Hannah Stier and Kylie Stier; three great grandchildren, David Conley and Savanna Nelson of McIntosh and Zaiah; seven brothers and sisters; and many other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dale Stier; and son-in-law, Mike Conley.

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Born: October 19, 1943
Died: May 26, 2011

Agnes Stone, age 67, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (May 26th) at Riverview Hospital in Crookston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday (June 1st) at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston with Father Bob Schreiner presiding. Interment will be in the Lengby City Cemetery, Lengby, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from noon until the hour of the service on Wednesday at the Cathedral. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Agnes Blanche Stone was born on October 19, 1943 in Rosebud Township, rural Polk County, Minnesota to parents Ted and Margaret (Poppler) Stone. She grew up in rural Lengby, Minnesota and attended Fosston Schools. Agnes lived at home near Lengby until 1982 when she moved to Erskine, Minnesota. She moved to Karlstad, Minnesota in 1998 and to the REM residence in Crookston, Minnesota in 2000.

Agnes had worked at the Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home in Erskine and at the DAC in Fosston, Karlstad and Crookston.

Agnes liked to shop (especially for purses), laminating, and enjoyed going to lunch and visiting with family and friends. She was a member of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Crookston.

Survivors include her three brothers, Dave (Marilyn) of Wasilla, AK, Mike (Donna) of Sebeka, Minnesota, and Merlin (Dottie) of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; nieces, and nephews, Bobbi Jo (Kevin) Domagalla, Laura Stone, Julie (Scott) Greve, Mikey (John) Klinkhammer, Shari (Michael) Qual, Karin (Dan) Preisler, Loni (Jerrod) Jirik, David "DJ" (Lena) Stone, Leslie (Michael) Fisher, Laurie (Jordan) Hickman, Lesa Page, Robert (Heather) Carlson, and their children, many cousins; very good friend, Patricia LaCoursiere; two aunts, Helen Poppler and Beryl Fritz; and uncle Glenn Poppler. She is also survived by her dog, Mikey.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Pallbearers will be David "DJ" Stone, Robert Carlson, Michael Fisher, Jordan Hickman, John Klinkhammer and Bill Fritz, Jr.

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Born: August 14, 1916
Died: August 09, 2007

Charlotte Lindfors Steinbrenner, age 90, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (August 9th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (August 13th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Hope 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 Sunday (August 12th) 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. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and family condolences may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Charlotte Eileen Tangen was born on August 14, 1916 in Queen Township, Polk County, Minnesota to parents Henry and Alma (Haugen) Tangen. She grew up and attended rural school in Queen Township and then Fosston High School. Following high school, Charlotte worked as a housekeeper and as a waitress at the Fosston hotel.

She was united in marriage to Carl Lindfors on December 14, 1940. After their marriage, they lived in Fosston and began Lindfors Insurance Agency. Carl passed away on June 3, 1956. After Carl's passing, Charlotte operated the insurance agency until 1963 when her son, Vern, joined her.

She was married to Frank Steinbrenner on May 25, 1968. After her marriage, she continued to operate the agency with Vern until her retirement. Frank passed away on November 19, 2005. She has been a resident of the Prairie Pines Community in Fosston since 2004.

She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston where she had been active as a Sunday school teacher and in ladies aide. She was a member of the Legion Auxiliary, Polk County Welfare Board, and Boy Scouts (past Den Mother) and also Girl Scouts.

Charlotte will be missed for her humor. She also had a wonderful memory and was a great historian of her family and local history and she loved to tell stories about them. She was always happiest when family and friends would stop by and visit. Her door was always open. She was also ready to lend a helping hand when needed in her church, in the community or within her own family. She loved to read, travel, discuss politics and kept up on all of the events of the day.

Charlotte passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2007 at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 90 years, 11 months and 25 days.

Survivors include her son, Vernon Lindfors and his wife, Irene of Fosston; daughter, Dorothy Christen and her husband, Harold of Duluth, Minnesota; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Gregory Lindfors of Denver, CO, Thomas Lindfors and his wife, Terri and their children, Kendra and Cole of Champlin, Minnesota, Cindy Golembuski and her husband, Steven and their children, Ethan and Cate of Morrisville, PA, Kara Gillund and her husband, Jay and their children, Colin and Quentin of Marion, IA, Tracey Johnson and her husband, Marc and their children, Brenden and Jacob of Mora, Minnesota, Nicholas Christen and his wife, Andrea of Billings, MT, and Nathanael Christen of Minneapolis, Minnesota; one brother, Francis Tangen and his wife, Ruth of Starbuck, Minnesota; and one sister, Josephine Hedmen of Mahnomen, Minnesota; one sister-in-law, Marian Tangen of Chula Vista, CA; and many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Carl and Frank; her parents; brothers, Arnold Tangen and Orvin Tangen; and sisters, Laila Chadwick, Hilda Breece, and Florence Storrusten.

Pallbearers will be her grandchildren.

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Born: December 04, 1945
Died: November 23, 2013

U.S. Veteran

WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT

The visitation that was scheduled for Robert Stine tonight has been cancelled due to the weather. The funeral service will go on as scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Thursday at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the start of the service at the funeral home on Thursday afternoon.

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OBITUARY--

Robert Stine, age 67, of Trail, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (November 23rd) at his home surrounded by his family. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday (December 5th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating.

Interment will be held at a later date at Sand Valley Cemetery in Trail. A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Wednesday (December 4th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. Military honors will be provided by the Gonvick American Legion and the National Guard Honors Team. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Robert Bruce Stine was born on December 4, 1945 in Crookston, Minnesota to parents Lester and Bernice (Olson) Stine. He spent his first eleven years on a farm near Fertile and then moved with his family to Crookston, Minnesota.

Bob worked for the State of Minnesota before starting with the Polk County Highway Department. He was united in marriage to Kathryn "Kittie" Johnson on December 31, 1991. They lived in Fosston from 1974 until 1976 and then moved to Trail where they have since resided. Bob worked for Polk County until 1994 and then went on his own road grading for many area Townships.

He was known as a hard worker and would lend a hand to anyone in need. He loved hunting and being outdoors.

Survivors include his wife, Kittie of Trail, Minnesota; one daughter, Dawn (Steve) Thorson of Leonard, Minnesota; three sons, Tracey (Angie) Stine of Iron River, MI, Trapper Stine of Trail, and Dallas Stine of Trail; 19 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; four sisters, Iris (Kenny) Moen of Fertile, Minnesota, Bonnie (Dennis) Tollerud of Crookston, Minnesota, Julie (Marvin) Halstad of Fertile, Minnesota, and Sandy (Dale) Cormican of Maple Lake, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Della Stine of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, DeEtte "Dee" Tinkler; two brothers, Gene and Leslie; sister-in-law, Jean Stine; and brother-in-law, Oris Moen.

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Born: September 30, 1978
Died: September 21, 2013

Bryan Stordahl, age 34, of Dallas, TX, died peacefully at his family home in McIntosh on Saturday (September 21st) after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (September 26th) at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Our Savior's Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with an 8:00 p.m. prayer service on Wednesday (September 25th) and for one hour prior to the service on Thursday. All visitation will be held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Bryan was born on September 30, 1978, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, to Jim and Roxanne (Dufault) Stordahl. From the time Bryan was young it was apparent he had passion for life. Bryan and his friends, with his brother Bryce in tow, would always get into mischief. When someone would ask Bryan if they should be doing something, he would say "yep" and continue on. This passion for life drove Bryan to live life fully and without regret. He was a man who lived to experience the world and what it had to offer; never letting his cancer or pain get in his way and always moving forward, toward his dreams.

Bryan graduated from Win-E-Mac High School in 1997 and moved to Minneapolis where he realized his passion for helping people. He became a paramedic in 2002 and graduated from the Texas Firefighting Academy in 2004. He continued his education at Texas A&M and graduated in 2009. Bryan was proud of his education and was a steadfast Texas A&M "Aggie" fan, attending dozens of games and wearing his Alma Mater ring with pride.

In 2008, Bryan was preparing for a marathon when he started experiencing debilitating headaches. After going to the doctor, he was diagnosed with Hemangiopercytoma. Throughout his 5 year battle with this rare cancer, his faith in God strengthened as he knew that he was in the Army of Christ. He never asked why, he did not get angry and he lived by his motto to "Never give up." Between treatments, surgeries and broken bones, he continued living life LARGE regardless of what it threw at him.

Bryan inspired people wherever he went. He had countless friends and had an matchless talent for meeting people; he was constantly on the move. Whether he was golfing, playing hockey, working out, going to numerous Stars, Vikings, Aggie & Twins games, hanging out with his brother, Bryce or off-roading in his FJ and traveling, he always lived life to the fullest. When people would ask Bryan how he could cope with the pain and the treatments he would say, "I think about Jesus and what He endured on His way to the cross and I think, "this is not so bad."

Bryan is survived by his loving parents, Jim & Roxanne Stordahl of McIntosh, Minnesota, his brother Bryce Stordahl (Andrea Stordahl) of Hawley, Minnesota; grandparents Lawrence & Madeline Dufault of Gentilly, Minnesota, and his "second parents" Ann Stordahl (Kelly Austin) of Dallas, TX and Dave Stordahl (Wanda Stordahl) of McIntosh, Minnesota.

Bryan was preceded in death by his grandparents, Orville and Marion Stordahl, step grandmother Maria Stordahl, sister Aaron, cousin Jenna Dufault and Aunt Karen Dufault.

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