Born: September 19, 1920
Died: May 08, 2007

Ruby Vaa, age 86, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday (May 8th) at MeritCare Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (May 14th) at Mount Carmel Free Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Dale Mellgren officiating. Interment will be in Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday (May 13th) at the McIntosh Community Center in McIntosh. 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, serving McIntosh. Sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ruby Louise Irene Brokke was born on September 19, 1920, in Bemidji, Minnesota, to parents Tom and Bessie (Edwards) Brokke. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. Ruby grew up in McIntosh and graduated from McIntosh High School in 1938. She then attended and graduated from Aaker's Business College in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Ruby was united in marriage to Arnold Vaa on January 16, 1944. After their marriage, they lived and raised their family in the McIntosh area. Ruby was employed at the ASCS office in McIntosh for 26 years until her retirement in 1982. Following her retirement, Ruby and Arnold continued to live on their farm north of McIntosh. Arnold passed away on June 26, 2004. They had been married for over 60 years at the time of Arnold’s passing. Ruby then continued to live on the farm with her son, Don.

She was a charter member of Mount Carmel Free Lutheran Church in McIntosh where she was active in WMF. She had also been active in the King Town Homemaker’s for many years.

Ruby loved to travel, especially to warm climates and Arnold and Ruby spent many winters in the south following their retirements. She also enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking, baking, leisure crafts, reading and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Ruby passed away on Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at MeritCare Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota, at the age of 86 years, seven months and 19 days.

Surviving her with fondest memories include her two children, Nancy (Larry) Grade of New Leipzig, North Dakota, and Donald Vaa of McIntosh; four grandchildren, Ryan of West Fargo, North Dakota, Beth of Grand Forks, North Dakota, (UND), Heidi of Fargo, North Dakota, (NDSU), and Holli of Fargo, North Dakota,(NDSU); one sister, Shirlee (Kenneth) Hansen of McIntosh; sister-in-law, Margaret Storlie of Minneapolis, Minnesota; four nieces and nephews, Mike Hansen of McIntosh, Shelley (Hansen) Croone of Northfield, Minnesota, Barb (Vaa) Gully of Casselberry, Florida, and Janice (Vaa) Schreiber of Torrington, Alberta, Canada. Numerous cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold; her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Wally and Pearl Vaa; and brother-in-law, Harley Storlie.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Ruby's grandchildren: Ryan, Beth, Heidi and Holli.

Pallbearers will be Ron Roed, Clayton Bartz, Mark Hartel, Gary Hartel, Bud Kiecker, Mike Hansen, Roy Raben, Keith Raben, and Jim Lee.

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Born: December 27, 1914
Died: August 06, 2007

Leslie Yergens, age 92, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (August 6th) at Northwest Medical Center in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (August 11th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Erskine with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the funeral chapel. Military rites will be provided by the McIntosh V.F.W. Post #6891. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. Condolences may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Leslie Vernon Yergens was born December 27, 1914, to parents Anthony and Jennie (Brekke) Yergens at McIntosh, Minnesota. He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in McIntosh and attended country school in King township. He later attended Agricultural school at Grand Rapids, Minnesota. He married Myra Nyhus on July 19, 1941. Shortly after, he entered the army and World War II, landing on Normandy Beach on D-Day and continuing on to the Battle of the Bulge, was wounded and received the Purple Heart.

Honorably discharged, he returned to Fosston and worked at various jobs, then decided to attend Auto Body Mechanics School at Fargo, North Dakota,and worked at that trade for many years and later ran his own grain truck.

He and Myra were the fill-in baby-sitters for the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who lovingly referred to him as "Gramps". He enjoyed music, especially "Bluegrass", featuring the fiddle.

He passed away August 6, 2007 at the age of 92 years, 7 months, and 10 days. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years Myra, daughters Sharon (Willard) Benson of Mentor, Charlotte (Howard) Hopke of McIntosh, 5 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. One sister, Mildred Gluth of Wilsonville, Oregon; one sister-in-law, Mildred (Mrs. Stewart) Yergens of Duluth, Minnesota; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by parents, an infant daughter, brothers Francis, Stewart, Clifford, Harry, and one sister Alice Bradley.

Pallbearers will be Leslie’s grandchildren—Joshua Benson, Justin Benson, Jeremy Benson, Brandon Benson, Tanner West, and Shane Fredericks.

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Born: August 03, 1957
Died: July 25, 2012

Brenda Wang, age 54, of rural Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (July 25th) at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday (July 30th) at Calvary Free Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Alan Arneson officiating. Interment will be in Saron Lutheran Cemetery, rural Erskine, Minnesota. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Brenda Lea Plante was born on August 3, 1957 in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, to parents David and Lola (Brazier) Plante. She was baptized in Greenbush, Minnesota, and confirmed with the confirmation class from Saron Lutheran Church. She grew up in the Erskine area and graduated from Erskine High School in 1975.

Brenda was united in marriage to Jeff Wang on April 20, 1979 in Red Lake Falls. Brenda attended and graduated from Northwest Technical College in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, with a degree in cosmetology. Brenda and Jeff made their home in Winger and Brenda owned and operated the Haircut Junction in Winger. For the past eight years, they have been residing at their home by Maple Lake near Mentor. In August of 2009, Brenda was diagnosed with cancer.

With her spare time, she liked to paint rocks, crochet dish towels, and spend time with family and friends.

Brenda passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota,following a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 54 years.

Survivors include her husband, Jeff of Mentor; son, Shane Fladhammer of Renton, Washington; granddaughters, Alexis, Sadie, Brooke and Miley; her parents, David and Lola Plante of Erskine; brother, Kelly Plante of Maplewood, Minnesota; mother-in-law, Lois Jean Wang and her husband, Byron Kaupang of Winger; father-in-law, Truman Wang of Winger; brother-in-law, Chris Wang of Gillette, WY; sister-in-law, Debbie Sall of Winger; two nieces, April and Miranda Plante; and one nephew, David Sall. Aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

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Born: May 02, 1939
Died: August 01, 2007

Anna Underdahl, age 68, of Fosston and formerly from Fertile, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, August 1st at First Care Hospital in Fosston. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, August 9th at 11:00 AM at Little Norway Lutheran Church, rural Fertile with Ryan Rasmussen officiating. Interment of cremains will be at the church cemetery and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Anna Marie Underdahl was born on May 2, 1939, to parents Arthur and Alvina (Olson) Underdahl at Crookston, Minnesota.

She moved with her parents from Fertile to Fosston, Minnesota, in 1944, and attended Willow Grove Country School and graduated from Fosston High School in 1957.

Anna enlisted in the Womens Army Corp (WAC) in late 1957 and served four enlistments. She then worked for USDA in St. Paul, before returning home to the farm. In 1979, she moved with her parents to Fertile, worked at Fair Meadow Nursing Home until 2001 and cared for her parents.

Anna led a quiet life, but enjoyed bowling, gardening, rummage sales and took a few trips in her leisure years.

On Wednesday, August 1, 2007 Anna passed away at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 68 years.

Survivors include her brother, Oran (Bonnie) Underdahl of Fosston; niece, Sarah (Tom) Stienbrenner and their son, Ben of Fosston; niece, Kris Wicklund and her children Jaris and Katie of Massachusetts; nephew, Robin (Jessica) Mahto of Minneapolis; aunt, Elna Vavrina of Las Vegas; and numerous cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister-in-law, Geri Underdahl.

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Born: November 13, 1926
Died: September 03, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Carl Virant, age 87, passed away on Wednesday, September 3rd at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh, Minnesota.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 6th at 1:00 PM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston, Minnesota, with Pastor Craig Wanamaker officiating. Interment of cremains will be at Brandsvold Cemetery, rural Fosston. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston assisted the family with the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Carl Virant was born in Aurora, Minnesota, on November 13, 1926 to John Virant and Rose (Strukel) Virant, the last of ten children. He graduated from Aurora High School in 1944, then enlisted in the United States Navy. After his service to his country, he enrolled at Virginia Junior College and later obtained a degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, in 1951. He then was hired by Reserve Mining Company where he was employed for the next thirty four years in various capacities.

Carl lived in Babbitt, Minnesota, until 1958 when he moved to Silver Bay where he resided until moving to Sun Lakes, Arizona, in 1985 upon his retirement. He then moved to McIntosh, Minnesota, in 2010.

Carl is preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Rosemary Kammerer, in February, 1964, and by his second wife, Minnie (Mienert) Wanamaker in April, 2010. He is also preceded in death by his brothers John Baumbich, Joseph Baumbich, Edward Virant, and Frank Virant, and sisters Rose Virant, Molly Saniuk, Anne Mismash, and Florence Holland.

He is survived by his children Craig (and Kristi) Wanamaker and Mark (and Jodi) Virant; his grandchildren Nick Wanamaker and Timothy and Carolyn Wanamaker, and Kevin Virant and Jenna (Virant) Christie.

Carl loved to golf, play bridge, sing in the church choir, travel, and follow his beloved Minnesota, Vikings. He was loved as a husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed.

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Born: November 20, 1915
Died: August 26, 2012

Alice Warford, age 96, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (August 26th) at her home in Poplar Meadows Senior Living in McIntosh.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday (August 29th) at Immanuel Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Mark Peske officiating. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church, and interment will be at a later date at St. John’s Cemetery, Wood Lake, Minnesota. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Immanuel Lutheran Church or Poplar Meadows Senior Living. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh, and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Alice Irene Just was born on November 20, 1915 at the family farm near Wood Lake, Minnesota, to Emil and Marie (Plath) Just. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith and had remained in that true faith all her life. She attended St. Johns Lutheran school and Wood Lake High School, graduating in 1934. She attended cosmetology school in Minneapolis and was employed as a beautician in Willmar, Minnesota. It was there she met and married Eugene D. Warford on November 7, 1940.

The family moved to McIntosh, Minnesota, in the fall of 1947 when Mr. Warford purchased the Reese drug store. Eugene Warford died in 1971. Alice married Clifford Hanson in 1976 and they spent the next 15 years together at the lake home near Bagley, Minnesota. She sold the lake home in 1990 and returned to McIntosh where she lived in a Senior Living apartment and for the last 27 months in Poplar Meadows. Alice was actively involved in church and community activities in McIntosh until her death on Sunday, August 26, 2012 at the age of 96 years.

Alice Warford is survived by her five children: Barbara (Alan) Weymouth of Lake Lure, NC; David (Carmen) Warford of Prior Lake, Minnesota; John (Kathy) Warford of Grangeville, ID; Mary Warford of Hot Springs, South Dakota, and Eugene William Warford of Norwalk, CT. Two brothers: Vernon (Gloria) Just of Tripp, South Dakota; and Leslie (Ruth) Just of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. One sister: Elvera Just of McIntosh. Six grandchildren: Robert Thompson, Rebecca (Thompson) Waple, Melissa Ackermann, Alison Warford, Aaron Warford, and Jeremiah Bosheers, fifteen great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Eugene Warford and Clifford Hanson, brother Harold Just and sister Leona (Just) Hanson.

She will be missed by her family and many friends.

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Born: May 30, 1917
Died: June 09, 2010

Mildred Yergens, age 93, of Saginaw, Minnesota, and formerly of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (June 9th) at Grand Lake Manor in Saginaw.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (June 14th) at Immanuel Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Mark Peske officiating. Interment will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a time of sharing at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday (June 13th) at the McIntosh Community Center. 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, serving McIntosh, and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Mildred Emelyn Yergens was born May 30, 1917 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Ingvald and Clara (Schumacher) Wold. She grew up in McIntosh, graduating from McIntosh High School in 1935. She attended Normal Training and taught country schools for several years. She also worked in California at Douglas Aircraft and in St. Paul, Minnesota, in the Auditor's Office.

She was united in marriage to Stewart Yergens on October 10, 1948 at Austin, Minnesota. After their marriage, Stewart and Mildred farmed and raised their family on the Yergens home farm in King Township. Mildred also worked at Bovee Insurance Agency and the First National Bank in McIntosh.

In her early years, Mildred was involved in Immanuel Lutheran Church as a Sunday School teacher, evening circle member, and a Ladies Aid member. She loved planning and preparing for reunions – both family and school. She also enjoyed sewing and made gifts, clothes and quilts for family and friends.

Left to mourn her passing are two children, Milton (Barbara) Yergens of Fargo, North Dakota,and Clarice (Bob) Beresford of Duluth, Minnesota; four grandchildren – Zach (Kate) Beresford, Luke Beresford, Emily Beresford, and Molly Yergens; sister-in-law Mildred Gluth and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Stewart, her parents, and one brother (Alton).

A special thank you is extended to Mrs. Alice Warford and to the staff at the McIntosh Manor, Madsen Husen Home, and Grand Lake Manor for the wonderful care given to Mildred.

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Born: April 29, 1917
Died: March 25, 2007

Ardis Youmans, age 89, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (March 25th) at First Care Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (March 29th) at the United Methodist Church in Erskine with the Rev. Lois Ball officiating. Interment will be in the Ada City Cemetery, Ada, Minnesota. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. Sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ardis Bernice Bjerk was born on April 29, 1917, in Norman County, rural Ada, Minnesota, to parents Christ and Helen (Gunderson) Bjerk. She grew up and attended school in Ada. Ardis had to quit school after the sixth grade to help raise her siblings following the death of her mother. She worked various restaurant jobs in Ada, including at the Green Lantern and the Welcome Inn until her marriage to William Youmans.

They lived in Ada until 1966 when they moved to McIntosh, Minnesota where Ardis worked at the B-B Cafe for many years. She moved to Erskine, Minnesota, in the early 1990’s where she has since resided. While in Erskine, Ardis cleaned homes and spent her time helping others.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Erskine. She loved to spend time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Ardis passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2007 at First Care Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota, at the age of 89 years.

Survivors include her three daughters, Janet (Neil) Leum of Lakeville, Minnesota, Debbie (Paul) Noyes of Erskine, Minnesota, and Tami Ose (fiance Ron Olafson) of Erskine, Minnesota; six grandchildren, Patty, Chris, Heather, Heidi, Tahlor, and Jordyn; six great grandchildren, Madison, Kolton, Clare, Carly, Michael and Ryan; two sisters, Ione Lawrence of Ada, Minnesota, and Evelyn Nornes of Owatonna, Minnesota. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; one sister, Eleanor Bjerk; and brother, Norman Bjerk.

Honorary Pallbearers will be all of Ardis's grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Tony Stuhaug, Cory Simonson, Chris Leum, Jack Bjerk, Irv Novak, and Roger Johnson.

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Born: October 20, 1916
Died: July 08, 2010

Agnes Watnemo, age 93, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Thursday (July 8th) at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday (July 12th) at First Baptist Church in Clearbrook, Minnesota, with Pastor Verlyn Strenge officiating. Interment will be in Queen Cemetery, rural 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 (July 11th) 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 messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Agnes was born on October 20, 1916, in Morgan Township, Buxton, North Dakota, to Anna (Anderson) and Andrew Birkeland, the seventh child in a family of ten. She attended country school near Mayville, North Dakota, until the age of 13, at which time her family moved from North Dakota to the Gonvick, Minnesota, area. She completed her eighth grade education at the Lone Pine School northeast of Fosston.

During her early adult years Agnes worked as a domestic for families in Portland, North Dakota, Minneapolis, and in Texas. She also worked in a defense manufacturing plant in Minneapolis during World War II. On December 15, 1941, she was united in marriage to Harry Watnemo of rural Fosston. They farmed in Queen Township for most of their adult lives, and until their three children had completed high school, Agnes worked full time at home. In 1967 she began work as a nurses’ aide in the Fosston Hospital and continued that work until retirement.

Agnes was an enthusiastic gardener who enjoyed growing a variety of flowers as well as vegetables and fruits. She also loved planting trees, an enthusiasm that was passed along to many other family members. Her passions included family activities, especially with her grandchildren who remember her for encouraging contact with pets and for providing each of them with their earliest driving lessons. She introduced them to many traditional Norwegian foods, and in later years taught interested granddaughters the fine art of lefse-making. Agnes was also a dedicated and active member of the Fosston Baptist Church, and in later years, the Clearbrook Baptist Church. Her church activities were many, including singing in the choir and teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School.

Agnes Watnemo passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 8, 2010 at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston at the age of 93 years.

Agnes is survived by her children Arlene (Paul) Renshaw, Linnae (Robert) Anderson, and Harold (Roz) Watnemo, as well as eight grandchildren: Paige Muellerleile (Jeff Kovatch), Caryn Muellerleile, Derrick (Charleny) Anderson, Kyle (Nikki) Anderson, Rachel (Paul) Nelson, Jessica (Jerry) Watnemo-Storey, Alyssa (Brian) Bates, and Taylor Watnemo. Seven great-grandchildren survive her: Evan Veer, Ty and Levi Nelson, Kayley, Kelsee and Cole Anderson, and Jada Kovatch. Survivors also include three sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anna and Andrew Birkeland, husband Harry Watnemo, siblings Andrew, Odin, Edgar, and Herman Birkeland, Alice Hendrickson, Currien Strande, and Kenneth, Frederick, and Marcus Birkeland.

Pallbearers: Paige Muellerleile, Derrick Anderson, Caryn Muellerleile, Kyle Anderson, Rachel Nelson, Jessica Storey, Alyssa Bates, and Taylor Watnemo.

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Born: February 04, 1940
Died: July 05, 2013

Phyllis Vikan, age 73, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (July 5th) at the Minnesota, Veteran’s Home in Silver Bay, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (July 13th) at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Manuel Sundaram presiding. Interment will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, 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.

Phyllis was born in Fosston, Minnesota, on February 4, 1940, to Ercel (LaVoi) and Ole Lundhagen. She was baptized and confirmed at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Fosston. Phyllis attended the Moen one-room country school in rural Fosston through the 8th grade. She graduated from Fosston High School in 1958. That same year, Phyllis was crowned Queen – Fosston Jubilee.

Phyllis married Dean Vikan in June of 1960 at the Catholic Church in Fosston. She followed Dean through 20+ moves during his 25 year career in the US Air Force and a 12 year career with Lockheed Corporation. They returned to Fosston in March of 1997 where they made their retirement home on Sand Hill Lake. One of her favorite hobbies was making custom personalized clowns for her family and friends.

Phyllis is survived by her husband Dean, son Todd (Ramona)Vikan of Centerville, OH; daughter Wende (Jeff)Sheets of Franklin, TN; eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and sisters Janice Macho and Dorothy (Wayne) Paulson of Fosston.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ercel and Ole Lundhagen, two sisters, Sue Olson and Lois Wynne, and 3 brothers-in-law, Bud Olson, Dick Wynne and Donald Macho.

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Born: September 07, 1920
Died: August 16, 2008

Myra Yergens, age 87, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, August 16th under hospice care at her daughter’s home near Mentor. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 22nd at 11:00 AM at Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor with Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church and interment will be at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in McIntosh, Minnesota. Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine, Minnesota, is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Myra Stella Nyhus was born on September 7, 1920 at home in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Henry and Martha (Anderson) Nyhus. Weighing in at 2 lbs., along with her twin sister Marion, her life began. She attended school until 8th grade and worked various jobs.

She met and married Leslie Yergens of McIntosh, Minnesota, on July 19, 1941. They lived in the area until settling in Mentor, Minnesota, for 38 years.

She loved treasure-hunting at garage sales and planting flowers, but mostly time spent with family. She and Les spent countless hours tending to the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, teaching them and relating her childhood memories.

On Saturday, August 16, 2008 Myra Yergens passed away under the care of hospice and her family at her daughter’s home near Mentor at the age of 87 years.

Left to mourn her passing are two daughters, Sharon (Willard) Benson of Mentor and Charlotte (Howard) Hopke of McIntosh, Minnesota; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandsons; two sisters-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Leslie; one infant daughter; her parents; and 10 brothers and sisters.

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Born: July 07, 1913
Died: January 25, 2008

Ruth Vigoren, age 94, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Friday (January 25th) at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (February 1st) at Bethel Assembly Church in Fosston with Pastor Hollis Graves officiating. Interment will be in Queen Cemetery, rural 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 (January 31st) 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 sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ruth Agatha Mickelson was born on July 7, 1913 on the Mickelson Homestead in Queen Township, rural Fosston, Minnesota, to her parents Magnus and Amanda (Egeland) Mickelson.

She attended eight years of schooling at the Sunny Side School along with her seven siblings.

She worked closely with her Grandfather Markus Mickelson on the farm. One day while plowing with a team of horses she was quickly thrown from the plow as she hit a sizeable rock. The horses quickly stopped, and she credits that to the watchful care of her loving Savior.

On October 31, 1934 she married Ole E. Vigoren; this by the way was a double wedding with her older sister Judith who married Elling Olson who is a second cousin to Ole.

Ruth had ten children, one died at three weeks of age in 1938. She was a hard worker and one of the very best bread bakers. During the early years of grain harvest, she would rise at 4 a.m. to start the bread baking process. One week she baked 36 loaves of bread for her large family.

She enjoyed a daily walk with her Savior; you would find her humming and singing as she went about her work. She was not very tall, but she could surely move quickly. There were a couple of Scripture verses that she often made reference to, they were Deuteronomy 33:25, "And as thy days, so shall thy strength be." Also, I Peter 5:7 "Casting all your care upon Him; for He shall careth for you." She definitely found her daily comfort and strength from the Lord.

Ruth passed away peacefully on Friday, January 25, 2008 at First Care Nursing Home in Fosston at the age of 94 years, six months and 18 days.

She will definitely be missed by her large surviving family, including eight children, Omer (Reta) of Port Angeles, Washington, Wyonne (Ken) Anderson of Gilbert, Minnesota, Vernon (Patti) of Rainier, OR, Gary (Judy) of Longview, Washington, Lowell (Fay) of Bremerton, Washington, Sharon (Ken) Clayton of Tempe, Arizona, Ralph (Judy) of Gully, Minnesota, and Steve (Sheila) of Gilbert, Minnesota; 28 grandchildren and 42 great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Diana Vigoren of Rainier, OR.

She is also survived by four sisters, Judith (Elling) Olson of Fosston, Martha Roue of Fosston, Esther Dearborn of Washington state and Mildred (Harris) Broin of Duluth, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ole of 69 years in 2004; her son Don in 1997; infant son Darrel in 1938; infant grandson Ryan Clayton in 1984 and infant great grandson Blaine Maloney in 1986; her parents; two brothers, Rueben and Joseph Mickelson and one sister, Mary A. Johnston.

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Born: May 08, 2009
Died: May 13, 2009

Ava Rhianne Webb, five day old daughter of James and Dayna Webb of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday (May 13th) at the University of Minnesota, Medical Center Fairview in Minneapolis. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (May 16th) at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. John Dalen officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Mahnomen, Minnesota. Friends may greet the family 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.

Ava Rhianne Webb was born on Friday, May 8, 2009 at the University of Minnesota, Fairview Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She passed away peacefully on May 13, 2009. Ava Rhianne is the daughter of James and Dayna Webb of Fosston, Minnesota. She was baptized on Sunday, May 10, 2009. During her five short days here on earth she touched many lives and was loved deeply. Her life was a brief gift to us that will be cherished forever.

Ava is survived by her parents; one sister, Olivia who is three years old; her paternal grandparents, are Jon and Judy Webb of Gardiner, Maine; maternal grandparents, Daniel and Gail Straub of Lengby, and the late Duane Holland of Thief River Falls; paternal great-grandparents are Donald G. and Jean Webb of Gardiner, Maine. Ava's Aunts and Uncles include: Jeremy and Lisa Kalloch of Whitefield, Maine, Carolann Webb and fiance, Roger Mackbach of Pittston, Maine, Kim Eldridge of Manchester, New Hampshire, Tim Webb of Worchester, Massachusetts, Kelsi Holland of Columbus, Ohio, Chad Straub and Candice Brown of McIntosh, Minnesota, Jeremy and Kari Straub of Esko, Minnesota. Ava was preceded in death by her grandfather, Duane Holland, great-grandparents, Marvin and Violet Svedahl of Fosston and great-grandparents Evelyn Bowie Webb, Doris and Earl Mager and great-uncle Richard Mager.

Ava gave a lifetime of love in her short time here. She was lovingly referred to as “Sweetpea” by Grandma Gail and enjoyed her time spent being cuddled and kissed by her Grandpa Danny and the many special family members who were by her bedside in the NICU. A very special great aunt and Godmother Val gave so lovingly and cared for all who waited for her arrival and spent time with her after her birth. Cousin Gwen traveled from Seattle to support Ava’s family before her birth. Her Auntie Kelsi traveled from Ohio to spend time with her and look after big sister, Olivia. And, her aunt and uncle Chad and Candice helped in so many ways. The physicians, nurses and staff at Fairview grew to love her as they provided loving care to Ava and family.

Ava will be laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery in Mahnomen with her great-grandparents Elsie and Frank Holland and her grandfather, Duane Holland.

Honorary Pallbearers are the Staff of Fairview University Hospital - Erin Osterholm, MD, Sixto Guiang, MD, Chris Traudt, MD Sue Bjerke, RN, Jenny Fitzgerald, RN, Lisa Walgreve, RN, Barb Johnson, RN, Ashley Kelly, RN Cathy Hennessey, RN, Jen Sorenson, RN, Christina Zimpfer, RN, and Lynn Black, Social Worker

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Born: December 25, 1947
Died: October 12, 2012

Carol Voxland, age 64, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 12th at her residence.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 19th at 11:00 AM at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Visitation will be on Thursday, October 18th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Erskine, and there will also be visitation for one hour before the funeral at the church on Friday. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery, rural Erskine at a later date, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine is in charge of the arrangements.

Carol Marie Voxland was the last child born to Tina (Morgan) Voxland and Carl Arnold Voxland. Carol was born December 25, 1947 in Fosston, Polk County, Minnesota, with the same birthday as her grandfather, Walter Morgan. She was baptized in Gosen Lutheran Church near Winger, Minnesota and confirmed in Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine, Minnesota. She grew up in the Erskine area and attended school in Erskine through the sophomore year, and took piano lessons from Lillian Talge.

She attended Hillcrest Academy in Fergus Falls for her junior and senior year and she graduated in 1965. During her high school years she was active in band, chorus, piano, Girl Scouts, Future Homemakers of America and 4H. After graduation from high school, she attended and graduated from Minnesota, School of Business in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Carol moved to California in the late 1960's and attended Sacramento Junior College and UC Davis. Then she began working for the California State Department of Transportation (Caltrans) in 1972, in computer systems related positions and retired in 2006. She enjoyed nature and made a number of hiking, backpacking, and mountain climbing trips with brothers and friends. Carol enjoyed traveling including cross country road trips with sightseeing and hiking stopovers, long rail journeys across Canada, U. S. and other countries and many cruises; transatlantic, Pacific and Caribbean, European and Mediterranean.

Her hobbies included stitchery (counted cross-stitch and needlepoint), reading, gardening and playing the piano. In addition she renovated the family farm house with the help of her brothers. Carol took stained glass classes and made a window for the farm house. She is a member of the Viking Sisters, the Sons of Norway and the African Violet Society.

Carol passed away on October 12, 2012 at her residence near Erskine at the age of 64 years, nine months, and 17 days.

She is survived by brothers, Orville (Hilma), Ray (Joyce) and Paul of Erskine; niece, Kristine (Aaron) Quanbeck; grand nieces, Kaylen and Kallie; two aunts, Ruth Davidson and Millie Anderson of Fosston; several cousins, and numerous friends including Hilma's family, and Carol's fiancee, Jerry Ferguson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; aunts, Josephine Morgan, Jessie Thompson, Marie Voxland, Josephine Voxland, and Loraine Voxland; and uncles, Homer Morgan, Bill Anderson, Glen Davidson, Lloyd Thompson, Alfred Voxland, Roy Voxland, Norman Voxland, and Herman Voxland.

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Born: April 13, 1931
Died: April 22, 2012

U.S. Veteran

Francis Weber, age 81, of rural Gully, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (April 21st) at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday (April 27th) at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Interment will be in St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, Trail, Minnesota. 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 26th) and for one hour prior to the service on Friday. All visitation will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fosston. Military honors will be provided by the Gonvick American Legion Post #304. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Francis Johnny Weber was born on April 13, 1931 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Andrew and Maggie (Agnes) Weber. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Charles Boromeo and attended school in Trail and Gonvick, Minnesota. At a young age, he helped on the Weber family farm before being drafted into the United States Army in 1950. After receiving his honorable discharge, he returned to the area and began work on the Soo Line Railroad.

He was united in marriage to Marian Pladsen on June 3, 1957 in Trail. After their marriage, He continued his work on the railroad. In 1963 he and Marian purchased the Schneider farm and began farming. He also worked for over 25 years for Land O’ Lakes in Fosston hauling milk until his retirement in 1992. He continued farming with Roger Schmidt after his retirement. Francis was a very hard working man and was well-known for his thick accent, his sense of humor, and his gift to gab. Francis and Marian also were dedicated foster care providers for 10 years.

He enjoyed old time music, John Deere tractors, cutting grass, woodworking and four wheeling. He always enjoyed when his family and friends came to visit. He took pride in the upkeep of St. Charles Cemetery, where he will now rest in peace.

Francis passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at his home in Eden Township at the age of 81 years.

Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Marian, of rural Gully; five children, David of Gully, Lynn Vergal (Joe Varner) of Fosston, Rosie (Ole) Bruggeman of Oklee, Minnesota, John of Gully, and Patricia Weber of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Vikki, Dillon, Britney, Jacob, Joshua, Brandon, and Paige; two great grandchildren, Kaidence and Theron; brother, Anthony (Virginia) Weber of Trail. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Patrick and infant twin sons, Peter and Paul.

We will cherish our memories of him and he will be forever missed by his wife, family, friends and neighbors.

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Born: August 03, 1960
Died: September 28, 2014

Sherry Venem, age 54, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (September 28th) at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday (October 3rd) at Immanuel Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Mark Peske officiating. Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday (October 2nd) at the McIntosh Community Center in McIntosh. There will also be visitation for one hour prior to the funeral 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.

Sherrylyn Ercel Macho was born August 3rd, 1960 to parents Don and Janice Macho in Sioux City, Iowa. She graduated from Fosston High School in 1978 and attended college at UMC for veterinary assistant.

Sherry was united in marriage to Terry Venem on April 27th, 1981 in Fosston, Minnesota. They made their home near McIntosh in 1983. They started a large pig farm there, while she was also helping her father on the family farm for many years. She was also a bartender for 20 plus years at the local establishments.

Sherry enjoyed anything to do with animals and being outdoors, especially her horses. She was very active in 4H, rodeos and horse shows as a child and young adult. She always enjoyed being around her friends and family.

On Sunday, September 28th, 2014 Sherry passed away at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota,at the age of 54 years.

Survivors include her daughter Angie Venem (Ben Murawski) of Grand Forks, North Dakota, son Jason Venem (Nicole Marcott) of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, special friend Larry Haugen of McIntosh as well as many other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her husband Terry Venem, mother Janice Macho, father Don Macho, brother Jody Macho and many other relatives.

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Born: August 24, 1924
Died: November 21, 2007

Gerald "Jerry" Wertish, age 83, a longtime McIntosh businessman, from McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, November 21st at Riverview Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 26th at 2:30 PM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in McIntosh with Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating. Visitation will be held for two hours before the funeral at the church and interment will be at Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery in McIntosh. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh is in charge of the arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Gerald James Wertish was born on August 24, 1924 in Troy Township, Renville County, near Olivia, Minnesota, to parents John F. and Elizabeth (Wood) Wertish. He attended rural Olivia schools and Olivia High School.

On September 14, 1944, he married Bernice Higdem of McIntosh, Minnesota, in Minneapolis. In March of 1945, they moved to McIntosh and bought the Felix Café. Also in that year, he teamed with Gene Rohr and Herman Peterson of Pine River who were in the live bait business. In 1946, Jerry went on his own making it a lifelong career. On December 6, 1956, he bought the Cities Service Gas Station which would later be Wertish Oil and Bait.

On December 20, 1956, Jerry married Evelyn (Heideman) Knutson. Jerry and Evelyn and the kids from both families, Orv, Diane, Jim, John, Wes and Mary worked many a long day, and for 46 years were never closed a single day. On January 1, 1992, they sold the business to Jim and Diane.

Jerry liked to Hunt and fish, and was an avid gardener. His love of Dogs was also paramount.

On November 21, 2007 Jerry passed away at Riverview Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota, at the age of 83 years.

He is survived by two sons, Jim Wertish of McIntosh and John (Junell) Wertish of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota; two daughters, Judy Bemis of McLean, VA and Mary (Danny) Solie of Maplewood, Minnesota; two step sons, Orv Knutson of Tampa, Florida and Wes (Linda) Knutson of Crookston; step son-in-law, Ken Amundson of McIntosh; five grandchildren, Danelle, Paula, Jennifer, Josh and Justin; seven step grandchildren, Marlo, Eric, Derek, Aaron, Sarah, Kevin and Jason; three great grandchildren; three step great grandchildren; three brothers, John H. Wertish of Olivia, David Wertish of Moline, Illinois and Robert (Vonnie) Wertish of Olivia; two sisters, Rosemary (Robert) Soukup of Fridley, Minnesota, and Janet Wertish of Bird Island, Minnesota; one sister-in-law, Val Wertish of Bird Island; and many other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Evelyn on November 23, 2003; his step daughter, Diane Amundson on December 3, 2002; step daughter-in-law, Wanda Knutson; one brother, Joe Wertish of Bird Island; and one sister, Sally Tobias of Woodland Hills, California.

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Born: January 16, 1936
Died: February 08, 2008

Edith Vedbraaten, age 72, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday (February 8th) at her home in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday (February 13th) at Calvary Free Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Alan Arneson officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill 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 Tuesday (February 12th) at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and sympathy messages may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Edith Eyvonne Vraa was born on January 16, 1936, at rural Winger, Minnesota, to parents Arlo and Ruby (Nephew) Vraa. Edith was baptized at Concordia Lutheran Church in Fertile, Minnesota. In 1941 the family moved to rural Fosston where Edith was raised. Edith was confirmed at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston, and attended Fosston Elementary and High School.

Edith married Edward Vedbraaten in 1953. Most of their life was spent in or around Fosston where they raised their six children. They were later divorced.

Edith spent many years working in retail including Coast to Coast, Palubicki’s, and Midway Care Center until ill health led her to retire.

Edith passed away on Friday, February 8, 2008 at her home surrounded by her family at the age of 72 years and 23 days.

Survivors include six children, Daniel (Fay) Vedbraaten of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Thomas (Sheryl) Vedbraaten of Crookston, Minnesota, Barbara Vedbraaten (Stephen) Leake of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Anthony (Debbie) Vedbraaten of Fosston, Janice Vedbraaten (Brett) Stein of Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, and Lorraine Vedbraaten (William) Klaus of Guthrie, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; one sister, Arlene Schmidt of Fosston; and one brother, Roger (Karen) Vraa of Forsythe, Montana; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arlo and Ruby Vraa; and brother-in-law, Pete Schmidt.

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Born: April 26, 1937
Died: December 25, 2011

Loretta Whitaker, age 74, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday (December 25th) at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday (December 29th) at Immanuel Lutheran Church in McIntosh, with the Rev. Mark Peske officiating. Interment will be in Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh and an online guestbook is available at carlinhoialmen.com.

Loretta was born on April 26, 1937 in Havre, Montana, to parents Wesley and Ida (Hall) Whitaker. She grew up 30 miles north of Gilford, Montana on her family's farm. She graduated from Gilford High School in 1955.

She united in marriage on May 19, 1956 to Duane Edwards in Havre. To that union they had four children. The family traveled throughout the world and lived on many military bases.

Loretta worked as a nursing assistant in many nursing facilities throughout Montana as she enjoyed working with the elderly. She was also a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in McIntosh.

Loretta looked forward to playing bingo at the Club on Thursday nights. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. They were the highlight of her life and her eyes would light up when she spoke of them! Loretta was an avid sports fan! She enjoyed all sports especially watching Nascar and cheering for Jeff Gordon as she drank her favorite drink “Coke”! Through the years she enjoyed crocheting afghans and giving them to family and friends.

Surviving are her children: Wayne (Shannon) Edwards of Nashua, Montana, Rae Ann (Everett) Osland of Erskine, Minnesota, David Edwards of Kansas, Roger (Vicki) Edwards of Spring Hill, Kansas. Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Lorraine Lee of Sequim, Wash., Russell Whitaker of Tomson Falls, Montana, Richard Whitaker of Yerington, NV. Kenneth (Kathy) Whitaker of Denton, Montana, Myrtle (Don) Farber of Reedsbury, Wisconsin, Wesley (Lana) Whitaker of Great Falls, Montana, Patty (LaVern) Penner of Buhlen, KS. Clarence (Lorraine) Woods of Great Falls, Montana. and also surviving are 10 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death are her parents, and sister Emily.

Pallbearers will be Todd Tranby, Pete Tranby, Gordie Ostenaa, Dick Croaker, and Ordell Aanenson.

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Born: December 28, 1952
Died: June 02, 2007

Deaun "DJ" (Johnson) Van Liere, age 54, of Minnetonka, Minnesota, and formerly of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (June 2nd) at her home in Minnetonka following a multi-year battle with multiple sclerosis.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (June 8th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery at a later date. Friends may call for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Memorials are preferred to the MS Society of Minnesota. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston.

Deaun Lynn Johnson was born on December 28, 1952 in Fosston, Minnesota to parents Sidney and Ione (Sheggrud) Johnson. She grew up in Fosston and graduated from Fosston High School in 1970. After high school, Deaun moved to the Twin Cities and was employed as a hairdresser, managing "The Barbers" in Excelsior, Minnesota.

Deaun was married on September 6, 1980 to Keith Van Liere. After their marriage, they lived in Edina, Minnesota. Deaun was currently living in Minnetonka, Minnesota.

Deaun was a past member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston where she was baptized and confirmed. She was active in tennis but golf was her passion in life. She won many trophies for her golf and she and her husband won the Mr. and Mrs. Club Championship at Hazeltine National Golf Club.

Deaun passed away on Saturday, June 2, 2007 at her home in Minnetonka following a multi-year battle with multiple sclerosis at the age of 54 years.

Survivors include her mother, Ione Johnson of Fosston; sister, Yvonne Johnson of Excelsior; and Keith Van Liere of Chanhassen, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her father, Sidney Johnson and brother, Craig Johnson.

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Born: August 21, 1926
Died: November 19, 2011

Kenneth Winkler, age 85, of rural Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday (November 19th) at Essentia Hospital in Fosston.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday (November 23rd) at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Beaulieu, Minnesota, with Father Tony Fernando, Father Dave Super and Father Rick Lambert Concelebrating. Interment will be in the Parish cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday (November 22nd) from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a prayer service at 4:30 p.m. followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. All visitation will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Beaulieu. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Kenneth Frank Winkler was born on August 21, 1926 in Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Frank and Julia (Blanchard) Winkler. He grew up in Heier Township, rural Fosston, and attended the Duane Country School. He attended the Crookston AC for one year before moving back to help on the farm.

Kenneth was united in marriage to Delores Fisher on November 4, 1948 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Beaulieu, Minnesota. After their marriage, they lived on the family farm until 1950 when they purchased their own homestead in Heier Township. Kenny spent much of his life farming though he also drove back and forth to Fargo for 17 years doing carpentry work. He spent many years building cabinets, hutches, gun cabinets and rocking horses for friends and family. He also sold Certified and Registered seed while farming. Kenny spent several years digging graves in the surrounding area.

He was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church where he was active on various parish councils and was a member of both the third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus. He also served on the Mahnomen County Hospital Board for several years, the Heier Township Board for over 25 years and the Fosston Co-op Elevator Board.

Kenny passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Essentia Hospital in Fosston at the age of 85 years, two months and 29 days.

Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Delores; three children, Jerry (Mary) and Randy (Gloria), all of rural Fosston; and one daughter, Sherry (Steve) Miller of St. Hilaire, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Kenny (Christina) Winkler, Kevin, Richard and Nicholas Winkler, Aaron (Terri) Miller, and Margaret and Megan Miller; five great grandchildren, McCayla and Justin Winkler, Arianna and Gavin Winkler and Oliver Miller; three sisters, Shirley Welle of Mahnomen, Minnesota, Lorraine Welle of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, and Alice VanPuymbrock of Peoria, Arizona.; one sister-in-law, Cele Winkler of Mahnomen, Minnesota. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded death by his parents; one brother, James Winkler; and three brothers-in-law, Harvey Welle, Edwin Welle, and Art VanPuymbrock.

Active Pallbearers will be Kenny’s grandchildren, Kenny Winkler, Kevin Winkler, Richard Winkler, Nicholas Winkler, Aaron Miller, Margaret Miller and Megan Miller.

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Born: October 13, 1921
Died: October 08, 2008

U.S. Veteran

Lloyd Wold, age 86, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 8th at First Care Hospital in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 13th at 10:30 AM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday 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 Zion Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of arrangements. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Lloyd Elmer Wold was born October 13, 1921, in Eden Township, rural Trail, Minnesota, to parents, Selmer and Selma (Jacobson) Wold. He attended rural school and was engaged in farming until entering the U.S. Army in July, 1942 during World War II. Lloyd served in the artillery in the 95th Division in the European Theater. He fought in three major battles including the Battle of the Bulge and received commendations from General Patton and General Simpson.

After the war, Lloyd returned home and married Carol Lee on June 2, 1946 in Fosston, Minnesota, and they farmed the original Wold Homestead until moving into Fosston in 1990. Lloyd was a life-long member of Zion Lutheran Church where he served in many capacities.

Lloyd was active in his community serving on several boards including Gully Co-op boards, the ASCS Committee of McIntosh, the Fosston Embassy Board, the East Polk County Fair Association, and the Pioneer Memorial Care Center of Erskine. As a Polk County Commissioner for 16 years, Lloyd served on the Social Services Board, Polk County Nursing Board, the Inter-County Community Council of Oklee, the Northwest Minnesota, Governor’s Crime Commission, and was very involved with the East Polk County DAC. Lloyd was a bus driver for the Gully School District for 7 years, a life member of the Trail VFW Post 6426, and a member of the Fosston American Legion Post 114.

On Wednesday, October 8, 2008 Lloyd passed away at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 86 years.

Lloyd is survived by his wife, Carol, of 62 years, son Jeffrey (Joyce) Wold, Fargo, North Dakota, daughter Rosalyn (Harold) Watnemo, Moorhead, Minnesota, son Wayne Wold, Frederick, MD, son Dean Wold, Eagen, Minnesota, Grandchildren: Eric (Meredith) Wold, Andrea Wold, Jessica (Jerry) Storey, Alyssa (Brian) Bates, Taylor Watnemo, Deanna (Damien) Teal, Aaron Wold, Brady Wold, and Grant Wold and one great grandson, Lane Teal. Also surviving are sister Myrtle Osmonson, Fosston, brothers Vernon (Ruby) Wold, Gully, Minnesota, and Kenneth (Arlene) Wold, Fosston, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Esther Sundbom.

Lloyd will be forever remembered for his musical talents, playing his mandolin and other instruments along with his brothers and sisters performing at many nursing homes, churches and senior centers over the years, and also for his quick wit and sense of humor. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and was a member of the Fosston Sportsman’s Club. In Lloyd’s later years he enjoyed woodworking, reading, Norwegian Norweave embroidery, and needlework on plastic canvas, making over 4,400 “Cross in my Pocket” mementoes, which have been distributed throughout the world.

Lloyd openly shared his faith and lived his life as a witness to Christ. As a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather, Lloyd will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him. God bless his memory.

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Born: July 17, 1926
Died: November 03, 2012

Betty Worshek, age 86, from Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, November 3rd at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. A memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, November 7th at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fosston with Father Dave Super presiding. Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 6th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. All services are at the church. Interment of cremains will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Beatrice "Betty" Mary Milleon was born July 17, 1926, in Waverly, MN the daughter of Alex and Jessie (Johnson) Milleon. Betty graduated in 1944 from North High in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Betty worked in her father's cafe and then was a switch board operator. Betty married George Worshek on May 15, 1948 and moved to Jackson, MN, where she worked and raised seven children. Betty moved to Minneapolis in 1977 where she worked for Sperry Univac and Northwestern Bell/U S West for 10 years retiring in 1991.

Her family meant everything to her. In her retirement years she enjoyed being the traveling Grandma going from one family to the next, always having something baked when they came home. Anyone that knew her, knew her famous line, “are you hungry, can I get you anything?”

On Saturday, November 3, 2012 Betty passed away at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston, Minnesota, at the age of 86 years.

Betty is survived by her children, Barb (Erv) Wickham of Fosston, Minnesota, Jim (Connie) Worshek of Prior Lake, Minnesota, Don Worshek of Parker, Arizona, Bob Worshek of Maiden Rock, Wisconsin, Nancy (Lonnie) Tangen of Robbinsdale, Minnesota, Mark Worshek of Fosston, Minnesota, and Brad Worshek of LeSueur, Minnesota; grandchildren, Tamie (Todd) Rue, Matt (Chantel) Wickham, Travis (Jennifer) Worshek, Mackenzie (Matt) Bolf, Ashley Worshek, Shannon (Adam) Sauer, Bobby Jo Worshek, Alexis (Jason) Campbell, Brandon (Nora) Meyers, Jesse Worshek, Mercedes and Dakota,Roehler; great grandchildren, Brook (David) Burggraf, Tia and Jake Wickham, Maya and Emma Worshek, Danika and Vincent Bolf, Ashlee and Griffin Hausmann, Tyson Sauer, Aiden Worshek, Elias and Liam Campbell, and Ryder and Cole Meyers; and sister-in-law, Verna “Bunny” Milleon.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Stan and Irene Milleon, Alvin and Audrey Milleon, and Don Milleon.

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Born: August 28, 1926
Died: August 06, 2012

U.S. Veteran

Vernon Wold, age 85, of rural Trail, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (August 6th) at First Care Living Center in Fosston, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday (August 10th) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, rural 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 (August 9th) 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 Gonvick American Legion Post #304 and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Vernon Norris Wold was born on August 28, 1926 on the family farm in Eden Township, rural Trail, Minnesota, to parents Selmer and Selma (Jacobson) Wold. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church.

He entered into the service with the United States Army and was stationed in the Philippines as a member of the Military Police. Vernon was honorably discharged and returned to the family farm.

On March 25, 1950, Vernon was united in marriage to Ruby Ione Dunrud. They had three children, Joanne, Sandy, and Bradley.

Vernon spent his life farming the family homestead. He also worked at the sunflower plant in Gonvick for several years. He became the Gully Grain Elevator Manager in 1971 and retired in 1989.

Vernon had a deep love for his family and friends. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing, working with horses, fishing, hunting, and gardening. He was constantly on his four wheeler checking out the farm; especially his little log cabin. He sang at numerous nursing homes, funerals, and community events.

Vernon passed away on Monday, August 6, 2012 at First Care Living Center in Fosston at the age of 85 years, 11 months and nine days.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Ruby; three children, Joanne (Robert) Scott of Maple Grove, Minnesota, Sandy (Prakash) Mathew of Fargo, North Dakota, and Bradley (Marie) Wold of Harris, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Trevor, Josh, Chris, Jenna, Sam, Rebecca, and Jacob; brother, Kenneth (Arlene) Wold of Fosston; sister, Myrtle Osmonson of McIntosh; and sister-in-law, Carol Wold of Fosston.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Esther; and brother, Lloyd.

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Born: October 19, 1925
Died: October 14, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Max M. Wolfe, age 88, of McIntosh, Minnesota, and formerly of Bemidji, MN, passed away on Tuesday, October 14th, at McIntosh Senior Living.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25th, in the McIntosh Senior Living chapel with Pastor Mark Peske officiating. Private family interment will be held at Fern Township Cemetery, near Becida, Minnesota, at a later time. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service at McIntosh Senior Living. Military honors will be provided by the McIntosh V.F.W. Post #6891. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh, assisted with the arrangements and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are welcome and will be donated to McIntosh Senior Living.

Max M. Wolfe was born on October 19, 1925 in Maynard, Iowa, the son of Fred and Emilie (Wegner) Wolfe. His childhood and youth years were lived in Maynard. Max entered the United States Navy on April 4, 1944. He served as a Radioman 3rd Class during his tour on the Pacific during World War II. He received his honorable discharge on May 17, 1946. He continued his military service in the Army Reserves from November 23, 1949 until his honorable discharge on February 10, 1953.

Max moved to Bemidji during the early 1950s. His working career included auto body repair, furniture sales, furnace and sheet metal work and custodial/maintenance work.

Max married Yvonne Benson in November of 1956 in Shevlin, Minnesota. They later divorced.

He enjoyed various activities during his lifetime including jaunts to local casinos; putting puzzles together and mounting and framing them; playing cards, especially Rummy; bird watching and feeding squirrels; fishing and bowling.

He is survived by four children, Alexa (Brian) Giddings of Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Duane (Lynn) Wolfe of Kensington, Minnesota, Denise (Jeff) Stark of McIntosh, and Lynnelle (Craig) Bawek of Arcadia, Wisconsin; seven grandchildren, Nate (Heidi) Stark, Nic Stark, Brett Giddings, Reid Giddings, Cole Bawek, Brandi Bawek, Sawyer Bawek, and granddog, Beau.

Other survivors include his two sisters-in-law, Wally Wolfe of Oelwein, Iowa and Alice Wolfe of Minneapolis, Minnesota, as well as nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son; brothers, Lee, Ray and Edgar; and one sister, Mildred.

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Born: February 1, 1910
Died: March 5, 2009

Clara Wodahl, age 99, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday (March 5th) at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday (March 10th) at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, rural Erskine. Visitation will be held for from 12:30 p.m. until the time of 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.

Clara Ceciclia Olson was born on February 1, 1910 in Mentor, Minnesota, to parents Edwin and Ingeborg (Hagen) Olson. She grew up in Mentor, attended rural school and the Mentor School when it first opened. At the age of 19, Clara stayed home and helped to raise her siblings as their mother passed away at a young age.

Clara was united in marriage to Hildor Wodahl on March 23, 1935 in Crookston, Minnesota. After their marriage, they lived in Red Lake Falls, Hibbing for 27 years and then returned to Erskine in 1979. Hildor passed away on May 20, 1992. She continued to live in her home until August of 2008 when she moved to the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine.

She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church where she was active in ladies aid. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and making doilies for giving to family and friends. She had given over 420 quilt tops for world relief through the church. Clara is remembered as a very giving and caring person; she was always concerned about the welfare of others before herself.

Clara passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center at the age of 99 years, one month and four days.

Survivors include her son, Dean (Joyce) Wodahl of Maple Grove, Minnesota; grandchildren, Jerry (Jody) Littler, Jeff (Mary) Littler, Les (Marguerite) Littler, Doralee (Andy) Ege, Douglas (Shelle) Littler, Gina Sarri, Kari Wodahl, Kristin (Christopher) Wodahl Bateman, and Kyle Wodahl; great grandchildren, Jacob and Janna Littler, Samantha and Courtney Littler, Kayleigh, Megan and Benjamin Littler, Madison Littler, and Katie, Brittany, Jacob, and Hannah Bateman.

Also surviving are two sisters, Elsie Patterson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, and Ruth Hanson of Erskine; and son-in-law, Glen Littler of Eagle, ID. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; daughter, DeLoris Jean Wodahl Littler on April 15, 1999; granddaughter, Kimberly Jodean Wodahl on August 10, 1984; and siblings, Alvin Olson, Anna Johnson, Ida Lindseth, Gladys Johnston, Hazel Anderson and infant sister, Gertie.

Pallbearers will be Kyle Wodahl, Jerry Littler, Les Littler, Jeff Littler, Christopher Bateman, Douglas Littler and Walter Lindseth.

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United States Social Security Death Index--

Clara Ceciclia Wodahl

Given Name: Clara
Middle Name: Ceciclia
Surname: Wodahl
Birth Date: 1 February 1910
Social Security Number: 476-50-****
State: Minnesota
Last Place of Residence: Erskine, Polk, Minnesota
Previous Residence Postal Code: 56535
Event Date: 5 March 2009 Age: 99

NOTE: Ya, I couldn't believe the spelling of the middle name either. :)

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Born: January 01, 1930
Died: December 14, 2008

Theresa "Terry" Wynne, age 78, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, December 14th, at First Care Hospital in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 18th at 2:00 PM at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday 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 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. Sympathy messages may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Theresa Louise Newton was born on January 1, 1930, to parents Alfred and Mamye (Flak) Newton at McIntosh, Minnesota. She was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in McIntosh, and graduated from McIntosh High School in 1947.

Terry attended nursing school at Deconess Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota,and graduated as a Registered Nurse in September of 1950. She worked in Denver for a short time with her sister, Doris, then came back to Minnesota, and worked for Dr. Roholt and the “Old” Fosston Hospital. Terry was currently employed at First Care Hospital.

She was united in marriage to Donald H. Wynne on September 9, 1951 and they resided in Fosston where Terry worked as a nurse for over 50 years.

Terry was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston.

She was an avid Minnesota, sports fan. She enjoyed their cabin at Lengby Lake, hunting and fishing, watching NASCAR, gardening, cooking, baking, and her family especially enjoyed her bread making.

On Sunday, December 14, 2008 Terry Wynne passed away at First Care Hospital in Fosston at the age of 78 years, 11 months, and 13 days.

Survivors include her children, Barbara (John) Sather of Fosston, Craig (Nga) Wynne of Sartell, Minnesota, Tracy (Patrick) Logan of Anchorage, AK, and Scott Wynne of Fosston; 13 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sisters, Elsie Gunderson of Anoka, Minnesota, Doris Troxel of Cranbrook, BC, and Ida Mae Talarico of Grand Junction, Colorado; sister-in-law, Joann Kartes of Lenox, Iowa; brother-in-law, Robert (Melanie) Wynne of Baxter, Minnesota; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; and her brother, David Newton

Source: www.carlinhoialmen.com/

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Born: March 13, 1918

Died: December 21, 2014

Martha Roue, age 96, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, December 21st at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 27th at New Journey Church in Fosston with Pastor Josiah Hoagland officiating. Interment will be in Queen Cemetery, rural Fosston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Friday, December 26th at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Martha went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, December 21. She got her much deserved angel wings in time for Christmas and we can hear her singing in that heavenly choir the beautiful songs of the season she so adored. Our hearts are broken.

Martha was born in Queen Township on March 13, 1918, the 4th daughter and 6th child of Magnus and Amanda Mickelson. Her early days were spent in the warmth of a tight knit immigrant family, working and playing on her beloved girlhood farm. She delighted in school and her walks with brothers, sisters – those Mickelson girls were the prettiest in Polk county- and friends to Sunny Side country school speaking very little English until her school years. Norwegian was her first language and most would say her preferred language especially when speaking with her sisters, singing or using favorite expressions. Later Martha would attend school in Fosston and her love of learning and exploring the wondrous world God created continued.

Martha married Lyle Archie Roue on February 8, 1936. She would tell us of this handsome young man that would come a courting on horseback and she was truly smitten. Lyle and Martha were married for 62 years before Lyle's death in 1998. With much affection our dad called her Mrs. Roue for all those years. Soon after their wedding their first child, Janice Marlene was born and Martha began the role of a lifetime - Mom.

Besides Janice, she was Mom to Julie Anne, David Lyle, Debra Marie and Joel Wesley who she would tell anyone who would listen were all good looking, with beautiful heads of hair and nice teeth that had to be taken care of because they’re the only ones you are going to get. Martha was also mother in law to Kevin Ryan and Miki Roue who she loved as though they were her own. Her one remaining sister, Esther still lives in Washington state and Martha traveled there four years ago to see her as well as nieces and nephews who she all adored.

Martha has 13 grandchildren: Ellen, Lyle, David, Ann, Eve, Carson, Matthew, Kelsie, Leah, Keelan, Amanda, Jacob and Ben; 16 great-grandchildren; and three great, great grandchildren. Her beautiful smile, warm embrace lives on in all of us.

Martha lived most of her life in and around Fosston selflessly volunteering as a Grey Lady at the hospital, years with the Athenian Club, faithful member of the Fosston Baptist church and constant contributor to the East Polk County Fair. Her endless blue ribbons adorn bulletin boards, and windowsills in her kitchen recalling what each ribbon was for and saving seeds for next year's fair.

Besides the gift of gab, singing at the drop of a hat and breaking into Norwegian, many people remember Martha and her love of flowers. For years she worked at Koehler Floral, arranging and creating countless bouquets, boutonniere and corsages, which to her was never work but a joy to be surrounded by such beautiful things. She grew spectacular gladiolas, giant sunflowers and thick beds of cosmos which she would share with loved ones, the sick, and complete strangers because everybody needs a day brightener every once in a while. When a young bride to be knocked on her door on the farm to comment on the field of gladiolas out front, Martha was more than happy to cut her stalks of the beautiful blooms to use for her wedding.

Martha was the mender of skinned knees, chipped mugs, and broken teenage hearts. A whiz with a needle and thread, always ready to go pinned to a kitchen curtain, she would patch favorite jeans, hunting jackets, marble bags or make a brownie uniform, party dresses or Christmas angel for the church program. Each stitch perfected by years of practice.

A self-taught guitar player, she loved music and poetry and melodic bible verses. She would often recite her favorites – “Barefoot boy with cheeks of tan, blessings on you my little man.” “Between the dark and the daylight, when the night is beginning to lower, comes a pause in the days occupation known as the children’s hour”

Martha was the proprietor of simple things and long before it became a thing, farm to table was a way of life in her kitchen. Coming in on a cold, snowy night to a supper of baked potato, roasted duck breast and buttercup squash filled our bellies and lifted our spirits. Her homemade donuts, dill pickles and long cooking fudge are legendary and no get together was ever the same without them.

Martha embodied the idea to use what you have, do what you can and start now. A junk drawer with neatly stacked cast offs or button box with more than just buttons became a 5 & Dime store or curio shop for endless hours of play.

Most of all she was our comfort, our shelter from the storm. Come in, she would say, “your hands are cold, let me warm them.” Put some scuffs on your feet and we’ll have tea and some cookies. Her homemade quilts and constant prayers of protection would be gifts readily accepted and impossible to duplicate and we knew we were the lucky ones, the blessed ones to have had her in our lives.

No one loved so much and asked for so little in return. Rest peacefully, day is done. We will hold you tight in our hearts forever.

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March 4, 2013

Donald Boushee, 73, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away Monday, March 04, 2013 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks.

Donald A. Boushee Jr. was born September 3, 1939 in Grand Forks, North Dakota the son of Donald and Aldora (Johnson) Boushee Sr. He grew up in Grand Forks and graduated from Agricultural College in Crookston. Donald was married to Dorothy Yanish in 1960 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and they celebrated 51 years together.

He joined the armed services from 1961 to 1964 and was stationed in Panama Canal. Upon returning to East Grand Forks, Donald worked at St. Michael’s Hospital as Chief Engineer for six years. He then worked for East Grand Forks Fire Department for 23 years and retired in 1995 as the Assistant Fire Chief. Donald and Dorothy retired in Baudette at Lake of the Woods for 8 years where he enjoyed hunting and fishing, returning to East Grand Forks in 2004.

Donald is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughters: Kristy (Jeff) Wentzell, Grand Forks; Cherie (Steve) Abbey, East Grand Forks; sons: Troy (Mary Ann) Boushee, Crookston, Minnesota; Todd (Denae) Boushee, Grand Forks; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Diane (Bernie) Strebig, East Grand Forks.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Shirley Melbostad

Funeral Services:
Thursday 11:00 AM at Bethany Lutheran Church, East Grand Forks,

Visitation:
One hour prior to services at Bethany Lutheran Church

Source: http://www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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Born: September 07, 1929
Died: December 25, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Robert Holm, age 85, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, December 25th at his residence in Fosston. Memorial services will be held on Friday, January 2nd at 2:00 PM at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Family will greet friends for one hour before the memorial service at the funeral home on Friday, and interment of cremains will be at Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery in McIntosh, Minnesota, at a later date. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Robert Earl Holm was born on September 7, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert Oli Holm and Annabelle (Lee) Holm. He lived in Detroit until the age of six when his father brought him to Halma, Minnesota where he grew up with his Aunt and Uncle, Art and Mae Oberg.

He was baptized and confirmed in Eidsvold Lutheran Church in Halma. He attended school through the eighth grade in Halma and his freshman and sophomore years in Karlstad, Minnesota. He was active in sports while attending school, especially basketball and football.

He enlisted in the Army in 1946 and served in Vienna, Austria until 1948. He married Gloria Spilde on October 24, 1948 and together they had four living children. In 1948 he attended the Wahpeton School of Science where he took courses in journalism and printing. He worked as a linotype operator for Argyle newspaper office and Hallock Enterprise. Bob was recalled into the Army in 1950 and served in Korea until his honorable discharge in 1952. After discharge from the Army he worked for Land-O-Lakes Company. He attended barber school in St. Paul, Minnesota and after completing the course he worked as a self-employed barber for twenty-two years.

Bob married Audrey Marie Thompson Johnson on June 1, 1971 in Ashburn, Georgia. After moving to LeCenter, Minnesota, Bob worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a mail carrier in various states until his retirement in 1997. Bob and Audrey moved to Mountain Home, Arkansas after they retired and spent sixteen years there. They returned to the Fosston area in September of 2013. Bob loved to travel, including a trip to Ireland and two trips to Norway. He enjoyed playing golf and reading until his eyesight deteriorated.

On Thursday, December 25, 2014, Bob passed away at his residence in Fosston at the age of 85 years.

Bob is survived by his wife Audrey, his daughter Constance and (LeRoy) Cross of Isabel, South Dakota, his son Jonathan and (Karla) Holm of Fosston, and his son Dana Holm and Simone Sutherland of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Also surviving are four stepchildren: Michael Johnson of Bend, Oregon, Kent and (Barb) Johnson of North Pole, Alaska, Juanita (Johnson) Brown of Mesa, Arizona, and Lynn Johnson of Wasilla, Alaska. Other survivors include: sister-in-law Wanda and (Dick) LaVoi, and brother-in-law Noel and (Lillian) Thompson. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, and six step-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Robert Lewis Holm.

Blessed be his memory.

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April 28, 1917 - December 11, 2012

Life Legacy--

Lois Budge, age 95 of Grand Forks, North Dakota passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at Valley Memorial Homes, Woodside Village in Grand Forks.

Lois Gertrude Budge was born on April 28, 1917 in Fordville, North Dakota the daughter of Leonard and Elva (Rupert) Aafedt. Lois grew up and attended school in Fordville, North Dakota graduating from Fordville High School with the Class of 1934. Following her graduation from high school she went on and attended Business School in Portland, OR. She worked for the Grafton, North Dakota Courthouse from 1938 to 1942.

In 1942 she moved to San Diego, CA. In August of 1942 she was united in marriage to John “Jack” Budge in San Diego, CA. She moved to Munich, North Dakota in 1945 and then to Langdon, North Dakota. In 1952 she moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota where she worked for Northwestern Mutual and Froehlich-Paulson-Moore Insurance Agents before retiring in 1977. Lois moved to Grand Forks in 2004.

Family members who survive Lois include here children, Judy (Pat) Lee of St. Paul, Minnesota, Rick Budge of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Tom (Sharon) Budge of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; nine grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.

Lois is preceded in death by her parents; husband Jack Budge; 2 sisters, Evy LaMont, Helen Rupp and one brother, Lloyd Aafedt.

In Lieu of flowers the family respectively requests that memorial be designated to Our Saviors Lutheran Radio Fund or Valley Memorial Homes.

Visitation: One hour before Funeral Services on Friday in Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

Funeral Service: 1:00 PM on Friday, December 14, 2012 in Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery; East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: http://www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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September 2, 1927 - June 20, 2012

Life Legacy--

Earl Arthur Beiswenger, age 84 of Fisher, Minnesota passed away on June 20, 2012 at Valley Eldercare.

Earl Arthur Beiswenger was born on September 2, 1927 in rural Fisher, Minnesota the son of William and Ida (Ross) Beiswenger. He grew up and attended school in Fisher. Following graduation, he enlisted and served two years (1945 – 1947) in the United States Navy. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to Fisher. On July 3, 1953 he was united in marriage to Edith (Ann) Korbol at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fisher.

Earl and Ann purchased the Fisher Jack and Jill Grocery Store in 1954, and operated it along with their children and dedicated staff until the sale of the business in 1987. In 1970, Earl started the Beiswenger Insurance Agency to sell and service crop hail, multi-peril, and other insurance products. He pursued this interest until the sale of the agency in 2012.

Earl was an active member of the Fisher community, volunteering in several local and regional organizations. He was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church having served in numerous positions over the years, a 65 year member of the Fisher American Legion Post 242 (serving as treasurer of the club for 35 years), and a board member of the Greenwood Cemetery Association (serving as treasurer for many years). Other community organizations that Earl served proudly over the past 60 years included the Fisher Chamber of Commerce, Manager/Coach of American Legion Baseball teams, Fisher School Board, and the Polk County Planning Commission. Earl loved spending time with his family, including his siblings, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. A special interest of Earls was sports of any type, he spent countless hours watching and traveling to watch his family participating in football, volleyball, basketball, hockey, baseball, softball, track, and gymnastics. He was also a lifelong fan of the University of North Dakota athletic teams. Other interests included traveling for leisure and playing cards.

He is survived by his children: Jeff of Moorhead, Minnesota, Jon (Debra L.) of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Lori (Brian) Morken of Fisher, Minnesota, and Joel (Kimberly) of Wadena, Minnesota; siblings: Edith Housenga of Moorpark, CA, Alice (Dale) Gray of Lebanon, OR, Marian Hauglid of San Antonio, TX, and Lyle (Judy) Beiswenger of Grand Forks, North Dakota; sister-in-law Henrietta (Hank) Beiswenger of Eldred, Minnesota. grandchildren: Troy Beiswenger, Chad (Kathleen) Beiswenger, Bethany (Dana) Sorenson, Bradley Beiswenger, Brent Beiswenger, Brandon Beiswenger, Justin Morken, Alyssa Morken (Mark Halley), Bailee Beiswenger (Adam Kern), Taylor Beiswenger, and Kyle Beiswenger, great-grandchildren: Jordyn, Jayce, Conner, and Bria, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Ann; siblings: Luella Clarkson of Seattle, WA, Irvin (Bike) Beiswenger of Eldred, Minnesota, and Dorothy Beiswenger of Bemidji, Minnesota; brothers-in law: Robert Clarkson of Seattle, WA, Allen Housenga of Moorpark, CA, and Dennis Hauglid of San Antonio, TX.

Source: http://www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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June 30, 1938 - October 18, 2009

Biography--

Richard "Dick" Benson, 71, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota died after a long battle with lung disease with his family at his side on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at the Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Richard Charles Benson was born June 30, 1938 in Grand Forks, North Dakota the son of Charles and Edna “Toots” (Carlson) Benson. On May 28, 1959, Dick was united in marriage to Joanne Boucher in Oklee, Minnesota. Dick worked for the Great Northern Railroad as a Brakeman/Switchman for over 32 years. Dick lived in East Grand Forks, Minnesota his entire life and enjoyed running a hobby farm, hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed playing cards, bingo, horseshoes, word finds, and running errands and daily visits with his mother and son Jim.

Dick is survived by his mother Edna “Toots” Benson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; his seven children: Jim Benson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Cathy (Kevin) Barnes of Fairbanks, AK, David (Jean) Benson of Prior Lake, Minnesota, Laurie (Paul) Wiley of Sioux Falls, SD, Christine (Bryan) Modahl of Badger, Minnesota, Dale (Betty) Benson of Manvel, North Dakota and Lisa (Sten) Christiansen of Sequim, WA; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson; 9 siblings: John (Dot) Benson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Pat (Frank) Swangler of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Mike (Nancy) Benson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Pam Suedel of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Paulette (Richard) Suedel of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Tom (Carla) Benson of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Priscilla Benson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Prudence (David) Nelson of Coon Rapids, Minnesota and Eric (Winona) Benson of Palmer, AK and several nieces and nephews.

Dick is preceded in death by his father Charles Benson and a nephew T.J. Benson.

Funeral Service: 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 24, 2009 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 6:30 PM Prayer Service on Friday, October 23, 2009 in Stennes Funeral Home of East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Burial: Resurrection Cemetery -- East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Memorial Service:
Saturday October 24, 2009, 10:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Friday October 23, 2009, 5-7 - 6:30 Praye at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Saturday October 24, 2009, 11:00 A.M. at Resurrection Cemetery

Facts--

Born: June 30, 1938
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: October 18, 2009
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Toots Benson, Mother
• Jim Benson, Son
• Cathy Barnes, Daughter
• David Benson, Son
• Laurie Wiley, Daughter
• Christine Modahl, Daughter
• Dale Benson, Son
• Lisa Christiansen, Daughter

  Source: http://www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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January 17, 2007 - February 7, 2013

Kaine Cordts, age 6, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away Thursday, February 7th, 2013 at his home with his family by his side.

Kaine Vernon Cordts was born on January 17, 2007 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Clair and Ezra (Estep) Cordts. To know Kaine, was to love him. He had a great ease about him, always able to go with the flow even when things got rough. He could be so tough and yet sweet as can be with his cute little smile and camo clothes.

Whether it was riding his bike, John Deere Gator, the four-wheeler or helping Dad, Kaine loved to be outdoors. He was especially fond of animals and the life of living on a dairy farm, even though his family lived in town. However just milk cows, Kaine did have a few of his own pets like his dog, Bear, his fish, Blue and his Guinea Pig, G-Force.

He also liked to listen to music and enjoyed going to school, when he was able.

In June of 2012, Kaine was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. He spent much of the summer taking treatments in Rochester, Minnesota, and had been spending most of his time at home with his family. When Kaine was no longer able to run around, he began drawing, coloring and playing his Nintendo DS. He was quite the perfectionist as an artist. Kaine will be missed greatly by all who were lucky enough to know him.

Loving family members of Kaine include his parents, Clair and Ezra Cordts of Grand Forks, North Dakota; siblings, Paige Cordts of Grand Forks and Madison Cordts of Viking, Minnesota; grandparents: Colleen and Jerry Neil of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Julie Holweger of Viking, Minnesota, Mitch Estep of Grand Forks; great-grandma’s, Shirley Cordts and Joyce Lundgren both of Grand Forks; and best friend uncle, LeVon Estep of Grand Forks; uncle, Chris (Tanja) Grant of Grand Forks; aunt, Trista (Brad) Conklin of Greentown, PA and uncle Wade (Bre) Cordts of Crookston, Minnesota; along with several cousins and also special friends Nancy and Nigel Bauman of Rochester, Minnesota.

Kaine was preceded in death by grandpas, Ronald Cordts and Darwin Nelson.

Kaine loves camouflage so dress in camouflage or casual. Kaine did not like suits.

Facts--

Born: January 17, 2007
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: February 7, 2013
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survivors:

• Clair Cordts, Father
• Ezra (Estep) Cordts, Mother
• Paige Cordts, Sister
• Madison Cordts, Sister
• Colleen & Jerry Neil, Grandparents
• Julie Holweger, Grandparent
• Mitch Estep, Grandparent
• Shirley Cordts, Great-grandma
• Joyce Lundgren, Great-grandma
• LeVon Estep, Best friend & uncle
• Chris (Tanja) Grant, Uncle
• Trista (Brad) Conklin, Aunt
• Wade (Bre) Cordts, Uncle

Funeral Service:
Tuesday February 12, 2013, 2:00 PM at Dahl Funeral Home

Visitation:
Tuesday February 12, 2013, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM at Dahl Funeral Home

Interment:
Tuesday February 12, 2013 at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: http://www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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October 4, 1950 - November 17, 2007

Biography--

Charles George Bushee 57, of Fargo, North Dakota, died unexpectedly on November 17, 2007 at his home in Fargo.

Charles Bushee was born the son of Alexander George Bushee and Audrey (Larson) Burfening on October 4, 1950 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Charles grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks and graduating from Senior High in 1970. After high school he joined the Army in 1970 and was stationed in Korea as an ambulance driver until 1972. Charles married Lois Laplante in Sacramento, CA in 1973. They moved to Fargo/Moorhead in 1974 and had their first son Marc, followed by Scott in 1977 and Stephanie in 1978. Charles lived in Fargo/Moorhead and Grand Forks areas and was a chief for most of his life, but his real passion was photography. Anyone who saw chuck around town will remember him with his camera in hand. He had a talent for capturing people in the moment. He has received awards for his excellent photos and was very proud of his ability.

Charles is survived by his mother, Audrey, Grand Forks, North Dakota; three children, Marc (Stephanie), Moorhead, Minnesota, Scott (Kristy), Anchorage, AK and Stephanie (James) Robison, Red Lake Falls, Minnesota; and five grand children, Nolan, Gage, Karolyn, Sarah and Hannah. He is preceded in death by his father, George and brother, Don.

Memorial Service: 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at Stennes Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: one hour before the service at the funeral home.

Burial: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Memorial Service:
Tuesday November 20, 2007, 2:00 P.M. at Stennes Funeral Home

Visitation:
Tuesday November 20, 2007, 1-2 P.M. at Stennes Funeral Home

Facts--

Born: October 4, 1950
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: November 17, 2007
Place of Death: Fargo, North Dakota

Occupation: Chef

Hobbies: Sports, Photography, Cooking

Survived By:

• Marc, Son
• Stephanie, Daughter
• Scott, Son
• Audrey Burfening, Mother

Preceded in Death By:

• Alexander, Father
• Don, Brother

Source: http://www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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