June 22, 1936 - September 8, 2008

Elizabeth Ann Cory, East Grand Forks, Minnesota., died Monday, Sept. 8, 2008 at Riverview Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota.

She was born June 22, 1936 the daughter of Lenwood and Jean (MacNeill) Childress in Royalton, Ill. She grew up and attended school in Illinois, graduating from Marion High School in 1953. She married Carl Lee McKinney of Carbondale, Ill. on Sept. 28, 1954 in Manitou Springs, CO, while he was in the military. She worked in the administration department of Campbell Foods in Chicago. She married Gilbert Cory on Oct. 10, 1959 in Chicago, residing in Elmhurst, Illinois.

The family moved to Austin, Minnesota, and later to East Grand Forks. Elizabeth earned a nursing degree from the Area Vocational Technical Institute (now Northland College) in East Grand Forks. She worked in health care for United Hospital in Grand Forks, the Good Samaritan facility in East Grand Forks and later in home health care. Due to failing health she retired from the health care profession. She moved to Minneapolis and returned to East Grand Forks in 2001. She resided in the Sunshine Terrace complex. In 2008, she resided for a time at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, Minnesota.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, who affectionately called her "Grandma Cookie." She also was an avid sports fan, especially following the Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings and the University of Minnesota Golden Gopher hockey team. She will always be remembered for her kind and giving heart.

She is survived by Gilbert (Ann) Cory, Bangor, Maine; children Gary (Julie) McKinney of Las Vegas, NV.; Michael Cory of Alexandria, Minnesota.; Karen (Shayne) Watt of East Grand Forks and Matthew (Betsy) Cory of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and grandchildren Ian, Colin and Serena McKinney; Ashley, Haddie and Megan Cory and Cory, Kyle and Katie Watt.

She was preceded in death by her parents and younger brother George Allan Childress.

Memorials may be sent to Villa St. Vincent, 516 Walsh St., Crookston, Minn., 56716.

Funeral Service: 2:00 PM on Friday, September 12, 2008 in Family of God Lutheran Church, 327 5th Ave. SE, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Visitation: 1 Hour Prior Funeral Service in Family of God Lutheran Church

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

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Facts--

Born: June 22, 1936
Place of Birth: Marion, Ill

Death: September 8, 2008
Place of Death: Crookston, Minnesota

Survived By

• Karen Watt, Daughter
• Matthew Cory, Son
• Michael Cory, Son
• Gary McCinney, Son

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 21, 1944 - November 12, 2012

Rosina A. Bechhold, 68, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away Monday, November 12, 2012, in Rochester, Minnesota. Rosina Bechhold was born March 21, 1944 in Linton, North Dakota the daughter of Edward and Alma (Balliet) Albrecht. She graduated from Linton High School in 1963.

She married Richard Bechhold in Bismarck, North Dakota on August 27, 1966. They lived in Bismarck, North Dakota for a number of years and moved to Fargo in 1968. They lived in Grand Forks, and Billings Montana and moved to East Grand Forks in 1983, where she worked for the East Grand Forks Library from 1997 until present time.

She is survived by her husband Richard of East Grand Forks, daughter Rachelle (Richard) Hoostie of Grand Forks, 2 sons, Richard Jr., and Robin Bechhold both of East Grand Forks, and 4 grandchildren, Peyton Bechhold, SiAnn, Eve, and Seth Hoostie. She is preceded in death by her parents, 1 sister and an infant brother.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Visitation: One hour prior to services

Funeral services: 10:30 AM Friday, November 30th, 2012 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Memorial Service:
Friday November 30, 2012, 10:30 AM

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Friday November 30, 2012, 9:30 - 10:30
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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Facts:

Born: March 21, 1944
Place of Birth: Linton, North Dakota

Death: November 12, 2012
Place of Death: Rochester, Minnesota

Survived By:

• Richard Bechhold, Spouse
• Richard Bechhold Jr., Son
• Robin Bechhold, Son
• Rachelle Hoostie, Daughter

Preceded in Death By:

• Bonnie Nelson, Sister
• Infant brother

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

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June 26, 1915 - April 17, 2010

Facts--

Born: June 26, 1915
Place of Birth: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Death: April 17, 2010
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• William (Elaine) Bowen, Son
• Mary (David) Zuckerbraun, Son
• Nancy Driscoll, Daughter
• Steven (Chris) Bowen, Son
• Louise (Chuck) Parent, Sister

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Biography--

Madonna M. Bowen was born June 26, 1915 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota the daughter of Nick and Mary Ellen (Langan) Busch. She grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, graduating from East Grand Forks Central High School in 1933. She married Russell A. Bowen in Grand Forks, North Dakota in 1933. She worked for Howard Gravseth Insurance and the East Grand Forks School District.

She is survived by two daughters Mary Zuckerbraun, of Longboat key, FL, Nancy (Steve) Green, of WI, two sons, William (Elaine) Bowen, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and Steven (Chris) Bowen, of New Ulm, Minnesota, 13 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren and five great-great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son Jim; and two sisters Gertrude and Louise.

Services: 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at Stennes Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Burial: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Funeral Service:
Tuesday April 20, 2010, 10:00 A.M. at Stennes Funeral Home

Visitation:
Tuesday April 20, 2010, 1 hour before se at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Tuesday April 20, 2010, 11:00 A.M. at Resurrection Cemetery

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

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November 21, 1925 - February 14, 2012

Facts--

Born: November 21, 1925
Place of Birth: Lancaster, Minnesota

Death: February 14, 2012
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Luella Otta, Daughter
• Luanne (Don) Cheshire, Daughter
• Martha Knutson, Sister
• Mary Clow, Sister
• Raymond Kushinski, Brother

Preceded in Death By:

• Melvin Carroll, Spouse
• Roland Kushinski, Brother
• Carl Kushinski, Brother
• Caroline Kushinski, Sister
• Laura Mishler, Sister

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Biography--

Victoria Carroll, age 86, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.

Victoria was born November 21, 1925, in Lancaster, Minnesota, to Anton and Cecelia (Steinert) Kushinski. She married Melvin Carroll on November 25, 1943. They farmed near Hallock Minnesota, until 1971, when they moved to Hallock. Victoria then worked for the Kittson County nursing home for 23 years. She moved to East Grand Forks in October of 2003.

Survived by her daughters Luella Otto, Bloomington, Minnesota, and Luanne (Don) Cheshire, Grand Forks, North Dakota, grandchildren: Holly, Bethany, Barbara, Michael, and Lisa, great-grandchildren: Jayden, Cassandra, Nicholas, Samantha, Dalton, Christine, and Danielle, sisters: Martha Knutson, Lancaster Minnesota, and Mary Clow, Crookston Minnesota, brothers: Raymond Kushinski, St. Louis Park, Minnesota, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Melvin on July 4, 1974, brothers: Roland and Carl, sisters: Caroline Kushinski, Laura Mishler, brothers-in-law Sperling Mishler, Ivan Clow and Warren Knutson, sister-in-law, Joyce Kushinski

Services: 10:30 Friday, February 17, 2012 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, EGF

Visitation: 1 hour before service

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Hallock Minnesota. 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 17, 2012.

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

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March 28, 1927 - October 21, 2009

Facts--

Born: March 28, 1927
Place of Birth: Highlanding Township, Minnesota

Death: October 21, 2009
Place of Death: Warroad, Minnesota

Survived By:

• Jean, Spouse
• Daniel, Son
• Floyd, Son

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Biography--

Ralph Baird, 82 of Warroad, Minnesota, and formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2009.

Ralph George Baird was born on March 28, 1927, in Highlanding Township, the son of Floyd and Dogmer (Wangsness) Baird. He was raised in Cass Lake, Minnesota. Ralph entered the United States Navy in May of 1944, serving on the USS McIntyre as an Electronics Matee 3rd class. He was discharged in June of 1946.

On August 5, 1947 he was united in marriage to Jean Zachau. He worked for the railroad from 1948 to 1988. He started with the Great Northern Railway and then the Burlington Northern Railway. They raised four children and had many businesses during their life together, some of which include the Spud Bar in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and the East Grand Forks Floral Shop. Ralph like to fish, hunt and was a dog lover. His pal Arnie will miss their golf cart rides. Ralph was a life member of the VFW in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, the American Legion and Eagles Club both of Warroad, Minnesota, the Masons in Staples, Minnesota and the Elks Lodge of Lake Havasu, AZ.

Family members who survive Ralph include his wife Jean of 62 years; two sons: Daniel of Dilworth, Minnesota and Floyd (Karen) Baird of New Richland, Minnesota; seven grandchildren: Keri Maage of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Bobby Swanson of Moorhead, Minnesota, Tammy (Brad) Pierce of Hatton, North Dakota, Derek (Sarah) Baird of Dilworth, Minnesota, Wade (Rebecca) Baird of West Fargo, North Dakota, Ryann (Sam) Baird of Mound, Minnesota and Clint (Rebecca) Baird of Sioux Falls, Minnesota; twelve great-grandchildren: Sydney, Brendon, Amanda, Chris, Breana, Travis, Kassandra, Sonya, Jasper, Alyson, Lucas and Joni.

Ralph was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Phyllis Kimbrell; son: Timothy Baird and brothers: Dick, Bud and Scott Baird.

Funeral Service:
Saturday October 24, 2009, 2:00 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Visitation:
Saturday October 24, 2009, 1 to 2 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Saturday October 24, 2009 at Memorial Park Cemetery

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

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03/23/1927 - 03/18/2012

Life Legacy--

Joseph E. Brossart, age, 84, of Fisher, Minnesota formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on Sunday, March 18th, 2012

Joseph Edward Brossart was born on March 23, 1927 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of the late Casper and Mary (Gese) Brossart. Joseph attended school at St. Michael's Catholic School and also St. James Acadamy in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

On June 15, 1945, Joe enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably separated from Military Service on November 15, 1946 at Fort Dix, NJ. On October 20, 1952, Joe married Charis Muriel McGurran at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Grand Forks. Joe worked for the United States Postal Service for 42 years until his retirement in 1988. Joe and Charis lived in Grand Forks until 1963 when they built a home in the Point Area of East Grand Forks, Minnesota and resided there until the Flood of 1997 before moving to Fisher, Minnesota

Cherished family members of Joe include his wife Charis of Fisher, Minnesota and their seven children, Charis Ann "Carrie" of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Mike (Diane) of Grand Forks, North Dakota, John (Peg) of Arden Hills, Minnesota, Jane (Frank) of Carpintera, CA, Steve (Carole) of Twig, Minnesota, Beth (Dean) of Cove, TX and Amy (Ken) of Robbinsdale, Minnesota; eleven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and approximately seven beloved granddogs; sisters, Mary McCaffrey of Seattle, WA and Veronica (Don) Dougherty of Irvine, CA;

Joe was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Walter J. and Casper F. Brossart.

Born: March 23, 1927
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: March 18, 2012
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: United States Postal Service

Survivors:

• Charis (McGurran) Brossart, Spouse
• Charis Ann "Carrie", Daughter
• Mike (Diane), Son
• John (Peg), Son
• Jane (Frank), Daughter
• Steve (Carole), Son
• Beth (Dean), Daughter
• Amy (Ken), Daughter
• 11 Grandchildren
• 5 Great-Grandchildren
• Mary McCaffrey, Sister
• Veronica (Don) Dougherty, Sister

Preceded in death by:

• Casper Brossart, Father
• Mary (Gese) Brossart, Mother
• Walter J. Brossart, Brother
• Casper F. Brossart, Brother

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

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January 9, 1936 - October 5, 2010

Mary Lorraine Christianson, age 74, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at her home in the Good Samaritan Heritage Oaks, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Mary Lorraine Beeler was born on January 9, 1936 in Breckenridge, Minnesota, the daughter of Emil and Melinda (Kutzer) Beeler. Mary grew up and graduated from Breckenridge High School with the Class of 1954. She moved to Seattle, WA for a couple of years and then moved back to Breckenridge, Minnesota. She married Raymond Martens in 1957. Mary moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota in the early 1960's. She later married Clifford Christianson in 1968. She lived in the East Grand Forks and Argyle, Minnesota areas until moving back to East Grand Forks, in 2005.

Mary worked a variety of jobs, but the job that meant the most to her was working for the Marshall County Group Home in Argyle, Minnesota. She had a love and compassion for the people she worked and cared for. She loved spending time with her family and loved animals as well.

Mary is survived by her children, Sandy Martens of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Bryan (Sharon) Martens of Dilworth, Minnesota, Karlene Corneliusen of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Bradley (Jamie) Christianson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, Gerald (Irene) Beeler of Ottertail City, Minnesota and Arnold (Elizabeth) Beeler of Mission, TX, many nieces and nephews and her dog and constant companion "Sadie".

Preceding Mary in death were her parents, a sister in infancy and a sister Theresa Therkildsen.

Mass of Christian Burial:
Friday October 8, 2010, 2:00
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Thursday October 7, 2010, 5:00 - 7:00

Interment:
Friday October 8, 2010
Resurrection Cemetery

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Facts--

Born: January 9, 1936
Place of Birth: Breckenridge, Minnesota

Death: October 5, 2010
Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Survived By:

• Sandy Martens, Daughter
• Bryan (Sharon) Martens, Son
• Karlene Corneliusen, Daughter
• Bradley (Jamie) Christianson, Son
• Gerald (Irene) Beeler, Brother
• Arnold (Elizabeth) Beeler, Brother

Preceded in Death By:

• Emil Beeler, Father
• Melinda (Kutzer) Beeler, Mother
• Theresa Therkildsen, Sister
• Infant Sister
• Mary Christianson

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

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January 5, 1927 - February 12, 2011

Biography--

Constance "Connie" Stewart Brooks, 84, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Saturday, February 12, 2011 at the Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Constance M. Brooks was born January 5, 1927 in Warren, Minnesota the daughter of Jens and Bessie (Yuergens) Sorenson. She grew up in Warren, Minnesota and graduated form Warren High School in 1944. She married E. Burke Stewart in Warren, Minnesota on October 1, 1947. She worked as a nurse's aide at the Warren Hospital. They moved to Crookston, Minnesota where she worked at St. Francis Hospital and the Villa St. Vincent as an LPN. E. Burke Stewart died in 1974.

She married Gerald "Sharky" Brooks in Crookston, Minnesota on September 29, 1983 and they lived in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. She retired from nursing in 1989.

She is survived by her husband Gerald of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, children, Debby Stewart of Grand Forks, Dwight (Jody) Stewart of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, Brad (Hollie) Stewart of Erskine, Minnesota, and Tami Lanes, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, step children, Pam (Dale) Rapacz of Eveleth, Minnesota, Paula (Thad) Bowman of Bemidji, Minnesota, Michael (Lori) Brooks, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Dale (Marie) Brooks, of Two Harbors, Minnesota, Tim (Sandy) Brooks, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and Marcia (Bob) Schmidt of Lacrosse, WI, 22 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, four sisters, Delone (Leonard) Riopelle of Warren, Minnesota, June Turnlund of Scottsdaele, AZ, Janice Hamrick of Oak Park, Minnesota and Pam (John) Witkosky of Diamond, OH, and two brothers Jack (Pat) Sorenson of Duluth, Minnesota and Cal (Bonnye) Sorenson of Argyle, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by her 1st husband E. Burke Stewart in 1974 and son in law Richard Lanes.

The family request that memorials be given to the University Lutheran Church, Grand Forks, North Dakota or the American Cancer Society.

A special thank-you to Valley Eldercare 300 Unit for the great care she received during her stay. Thank-you to Altru ER, the 6th floor staff and also to Dr. Yvonne Gomez.

Funeral Service
Wednesday February 16, 2011, 11:00 AM at University Lutheran Church

Visitation
Wednesday February 16, 2011, 10:00 - 11:00 at University Lutheran Church

Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery [Argyle, Minnesota,-- not in Polk co.]

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Facts--

Born: January 5, 1927
Place of Birth: Warren, Minnesota

Death: February 12, 2011
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: LPN Nurse

Survived By:

• Gerald Brooks, Spouse
• Debby Stewart, Daughter
• Dwight (Jody) Stewart, Son
• Brad (Hollie) Stewart, Son
• Tami Lanes, Daughter
• Pam (Dale) Rapacz, Step-daughter
• Paula (Thad) Bowman, Step-daughter
• Michael (Lori) Brooks, Step-son
• Dale (Marie) Brooks, Step-son
• Tim (Sandy) Brooks, Step-son
• Marcia (Bob) Schmidt, Step-daughter
• 22 Grandchildren
• 2 Great-grandchildren
• Delone (Leonard) Riopelle, Sister
• June Turnlund, Sister
• Janice Hamrick, Sister
• Pam (John) Witkosky, Sister
• Jack (Pat) Sorenson, Brother
• Cal (Bonnye) Sorenson, Brother

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

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March 31, 1925 - August 12, 2009

Facts--

Born: March 31, 1925
Place of Birth: Rural East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Death: August 12, 2009
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By

• Carolyn Cariveau, Daughter
• Renee (Brian Dunlap) Julison, Daughter
• Tony (Chris) Cariveau, Daughter
• Thomas B. (Kim) Cariveau, Son
• Pierre (Lyn) Cariveau, Son
• Romaine (Russell) Guntzburger, Sister
• Kenneth Cariveau, Brother
• Joyce (Joel) Stalmo, Sister
• Howard (Margie) Cariveau, Brother

Preceded in Death By

• Francis C. Cariveau, Father
• Mary G. Cariveau, Mother
• Jerome Cariveau, Brother
• Ray Cariveau, Brother
• June Larsen, Sister

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Biography--

Clifford Cariveau, 84, of Grand Forks, North Dakota died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at the 4000 Valley Square, Woodside Village, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Clifford Cariveau was born on March 31, 1925 on a farm 5 miles south of East Grand Forks, Minnesota the son of Francis C. and Mary G. Cariveau. Clifford was baptized and confirmed at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and also attended Sacred Heart School. Clifford was in the Potato Business. He married Marilyn Vold in 1943 and they had one daughter Carolynn.

In 1948 he married Dolores Kain and to this union had three sons and one daughter. Clifford was drafted into the United Sates Army and went to Germany in 1944. He was captured in July of 1944. Clifford was liberated in May of 1945 and was held in Moosberg Prison Camp for 10 months as a Prisoner of War. Clifford was a Private 1st Class. He returned to East Grand Forks, Minnesota and went into farming.

Clifford is survived by children: Carolyn Cariveau of Lockport, IL; Renee (Brian Dunlap) Julison of Hickory, NC, Tony (Chris) Cariveau of Arden Hills, Minnesota, Thomas B. (Kim) Cariveau of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Pierre (Lyn) Cariveau of Minticello, Minnesota, and 11 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; siblings: Romaine (Russell) Guntzburger of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Kenneth Cariveau of Sioux Falls, SD, Joyce (Joel) Stalmo of Sun City, AZ, and Howard (Margie) Cariveau of Rice, Minnesota and several nieces and nephews.

Clifford is preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Jerome and Ray Cariveau and sister: June Larsen.

Memorials are preferred to the East Grand Forks VFW in Clifford Cariveau's Name.

Funeral Service:
Monday August 17, 2009, 10:00AM at Stennes Funeral Home

Visitation:
Monday August 17, 2009, 9:00 - 10:00 at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Monday August 17, 2009 at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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November 27, 1935 - November 22, 2007

Jerome Coulter 71, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away at his home on Thursday ~ November 22, 2007 surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Dr. Mann and Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Jerome William Coulter was born on November 27, 1935 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Alvin and Mabel (Stavig) Coulter. He grew up north of East Grand Forks where he attended school. On July 19, 1957 Jerome was united in marriage to Marlene Peterson in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. After that he farmed north of East Grand Forks.

Jerry worked briefly at a construction company and then he worked on the family farm, with his brother George for many years until he suffered a stroke and could not longer farm. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing cards, going on trips with his wife and listening to country music. He was a member of the Eagles club, Alvarado Lions club and a council member or Elim Lutheran church. The family celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past July.

Family members who survive Jerome are his wife Marlene of Grand Forks, North Dakota, two daughters, Robbin Coulter and Shawn Coulter both of Grand Forks, North Dakota, 1 granddaughter Nikki ,4 grandsons: Matthew, Andrew (Natalie), Nicholas and Kevin, 2 great grand daughters. 2 brothers, George Coulter of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Neil (Delores) Coulter of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, 2 sisters, June (Myron) Wolt of Westminster, CO, Donna Persons of St. Paul, Minnesota and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding Jerome in death are his parents and one brother Marcel Stavig.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 in Mendenhall Presbyterian Church, 528 10th St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a 6:30 PM Prayer Service on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 in Stennes Funeral Home of East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Burial: Nisbet Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

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Facts--

Born: November 27, 1935
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: November 22, 2007
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: Farmer

Hobbies: Agriculture

Survivors:

• Marlene, Spouse
• Robbin, Daughter
• Shawn, Daughter

Visitation:
Tuesday November 27, 2007, 5-7 P.M. - 6:30 Prayer Serv at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Saturday November 24, 2007 at Nisbet Cemetery

Funeral Service:
Wednesday November 28, 2007, 11:00 A.M. at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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February 15, 1918 - March 16, 2008

Biography--

Mildred Clausen, 90, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on Sunday, March 16th, 2008 at the Valley Eldercare Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Mildred Frances Blassingham was born on February 15, 1918 in Melrose, Minnesota, the daughter of Eli and Mary (Albers) Blassingham.

Mildred attended Roosevelt School, St. Anthony School and Tech High School in St. Cloud, Minnesota and St. Cloud Teachers College. On November 14, 1942 she was united in marriage to Clifford A. Clausen in St. Cloud, Minnesota. They lived in Adams, North Dakota from 1942 -- 1943 and then moved to Walhalla, North Dakota until 1945. They moved then to East Grand Forks, Minnesota and resided there until 1976 before moving to Warren, Minnesota. In 1980 they moved to Apache Junction, AZ and in 1991 moved back to East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Clifford A. Clausen preceded her in death on September 8, 1993. Mildred was a Foster Grandparent for 13 years in the East Grand Forks School System. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Guild, Sacred Heart Befriender's and sang in the church choir.

Family members who survive Mildred include her daughters, Mary (Thomas) Case of Moorhead, Minnesota, Grace (Kent) Asheim of Clearwater, Minnesota and Katherine (Todd) Johnston of Angus, Minnesota, sons, Charles Clausen of St. Cloud, Minnesota, Robert (Candy) Clausen and Paul Clausen both of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Lyle (Judy) Clausen of Blaine, Minnesota and Steven (Suzie) Clausen both of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Preceding Mildred in death were her parents, husband, Clifford, brother, Raymond, sister, Dorothy and a grandson Thomas Johnston.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorials are preferred to Altru Hospice, Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Valley Eldercare.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 AM on Wednesday ~ March 19, 2008 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a 8:00 PM Prayer Service on Tuesday, (Today) March 18, 2008 in Stennes Funeral Home of East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

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Facts-

Born: February 15, 1918
Place of Birth: Melrose, Minnesota

Death: March 16, 2008
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Hobbies: Foster Grandparent program

Survived By:

• Mary Case, Daughter
• Grace, Daughter
• Katherine Johnston, Daughter
• Charles Clausen, Son
• Robert Clausen, Son
• Paul Clausen, Son
• Lyle Clausen, Son
• Steven Clausen, Son

Funeral Service:
Wednesday March 19, 2008, 10:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Tuesday March 18, 2008, 6-8 PM with a 8: at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Wednesday March 19, 2008, 11:00 A.M. at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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January 26, 1956 - March 26, 2008

Biography--

Ronald Cordts, 52, of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, March 26th, 2008 at his home.

Ronald Cordts was born on January 26, 1956 in Devils Lake, North Dakota, the son of Stanley and Shirley (Maurstad) Cordts. Ron grew up in several places and attended school at Fisher High School in Fisher, Minnesota. He married Cheryl Sannes in Fisher in 1975 and they had two children, Mike and Michelle. He later married Julie Lundgren in Crookston, Minnesota in February of 1982 and they had two children Clair and Wade.

In the mid 1980's Ron moved to Superior, WI, and worked for Douglas County in the Road Maintenance Department. He then worked for various trucking firms and lately was a Crane Operator for Kimmes Construction Company.

Ron loved to hunt, fish and just be outdoors.

Family members who survive Ronald include his children; Mike (Kelly) Cordts of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Michelle (Philip) Hurkes of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Clair (Ezra) Cordts of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Wade (Dawn) Cordts of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, his mother Shirley of Grand Forks, North Dakota, siblings; Nancy (Walter) Olson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Lyle (Julie) Cordts of Larimore, North Dakota, several uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and a special friend Kadie Vig of Superior, WI and a special outdoor buddy Les Chandler of Solum Springs, WI.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents and father Stanley Cordts.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Wednesday ~ April 2, 2008 in Calvary Lutheran Church ~ 1405 9th St. S. ~ Grand Forks, North Dakota

Visitation: 2 Hours prior funeral service in Calvary Lutheran Church

Interment: Memorial Park South Cemetery, Grand Forks, North Dakota

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Facts--

Born: January 26, 1956
Place of Birth: Devils Lake, North Dakota

Death: March 26, 2008
Place of Death: Superior, WI

Occupation: County Employee

Hobbies: hunting and fishing

Survivors:

• Shirley Cordts, Mother
• Michelle Harkus, Daughter
• Wade Cordts, Son
• Clair Cordts, Son
• Mike Cordts, Son
• Nancy Olson, Sister
• Lyle Cordts, Brother

Preceded in Death By:

• Stanley Cordts, Father

Funeral Service:
Wednesday April 2, 2008, 11:00 A.M. at Calvary Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Wednesday April 2, 2008, 9-11 AM at Calvary Lutheran Church

Burial:
Wednesday April 2, 2008, 11:30 A.M. at Memorial Park South Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 11, 1922 - June 30, 2007

Biography--

Charlotte Ruth Chandler, 85, of Halstad, Minnesota died Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Merit Care Hospital, Fargo, North Dakota.

Charlotte was born March 11, 1922 in Freeborn County, in Southern Minnesota, the daughter of Emil and Louina (Gilbertson) Halvorson. She weighed only two pounds when she was born, so they put her in a shoe box and kept her on the oven door of the wood stove. She lived with her grandparents until she started school, only speaking Norwegian so the children made fun of her. She grew up south of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota and attended Detroit Lakes High School and Oak Grove Lutheran High School where she graduated. She attended Moorhead and Valley City State Teachers Colleges. Charlotte taught school in rural Hatton for two years and in Caledonia for two years.

She married Ralph Chandler on June 15, 1947 in Augustana Lutheran Church, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, after he returned from the war. They made their home south of Detroit Lakes until 1949, then moved to Caledonia until 1955. They moved to a farm northeast of Shelly where they lived for 23 years. They moved into Shelly in 1978 and in 2003 they moved to Halstad Heritage House.

She is survived by her husband Ralph, children, Ralph Jr. (Deirdre) of Caledonia, LeAnn (Vance) Stueness of Pelican Rapids, Dean (Darlene) of Queen Creek, AZ, Cheryl (Dean) Dormanen of Gilbert, AZ, her grandchildren, Morgan of Caledonia, Robert Barron of Beulah, North Dakota, Tiffany Strand of Stockholm, Sweden, Jim Stueness of Twin Valley, Stacie Reierson of Devils Lake, Jason Chandler of Minneapolis, Melissa Halvorson of Galesburg, Josh Gilbertson of Shelly, Diana Carlsrud of West Fargo, Matt, Mitch and Ashley Dormanen of Gilbert, great grandchildren, Nathaniel and Shea Barron of Beulah, Madelyn Dormanen of Gilbert, Allie Carlsrud of West Fargo, Preston Reierson of Devils Lake, Dustin Stueness of Twin Valley, and her cat Kirby. She is preceded in death by her parents Emil and Louina and her stepmother Ida.

Services: 10:30 AM Thursday, July 5, 2007 at the Shelly Marsh River Lutheran Church, Shelly, Minnesota.

Visitation: from 9 until time of services at the church.

Burial: Shelly Marsh River Cemetery, Shelly, Minnesota.

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Facts--

Born: March 11, 1922
Place of Birth: Freeborn County, Minnesota

Death: June 30, 2007
Place of Death: Fargo, North Dakota

Occupation: Teacher / Homemaker

Survivors:

• Ralph, Husband
• Ralph Jr, Son
• LeAnn, Daughter
• Dean, Son
• Cheryl, Daughter

Funeral Service:
Thursday July 5, 2007, 10:30 - A.M. at Shelly Marsh-River Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Thursday July 5, 2007, 9-10:30 at Shelly Marsh-River Lutheran Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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Biography--

MeriDee Lynn Croy, age 35, and Mollie Elizabeth Croy, age 5, died Monday, September 17, 2007 at their home in East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

MeriDee was born on October 1, 1971 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to Jay and Linda (Guerard) Croy. She attended middle school in East Grand Forks and Coleraine, Minnesota and East Grand Forks Senior High School. Following Graduation from high school in 1990, MeriDee moved to New York with her life-long friend, Bonnie . . . For ten years, she lived and worked as a nanny and household manager with Stacy and Cliff Chaplin's family. MeriDee loved Samantha, Willie, and the triplets Cady, Alex, and Benny.

In 1996, MeriDee began her post-secondary studies at Nassau College in Garden City, New York. During her second year, her studies were delayed due to a back injury from a motor vehicle accident on October 20, 1997, her mother's birth day. MeriDee returned to Nassau College, earning her Associates Degree in Applied Science in 1998 with a cumulative grade point average of 3.95. MeriDee frequently expressed her disgust that a "B" in a golf course lowered her 4.0 grade point average!

MeriDee remained on Long Island, working as a Licensed/Registered Radiologic Technologist at Healthline of Commack in Commach, New York and Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, New York. While working at "Good Sam," MeriDee met Peter Coppola. On March 13, 2002, MeriDee and Peter were delighted to announce the birth of Mollie Elizabeth Croy.

MeriDee and Mollie moved to Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. They shared their lives with Aunt Lisa, Uncle Gordy, and cousins Reece, Peyton, and Croix Richards. MeriDee fell on the ice in 2004 and reinjured her back. Consequently, she was no longer able to lift and move patients. MeriDee was forced to alter her vocational dreams.

MeriDee applied, interviewed, and was hired as a Radiologic Technology Instructor at Keiser College -- Kendall Campus near Miami, Florida. MeriDee and Mollie relocated in 2005 from Pennsylvania during the summer of multiple hurricanes. MeriDee's parents/Mollie's NaNa and PaPa were quite stressed as each hurricane hit Florida. MeriDee repeatedly reassured her parents stating, "Think of the hurricane as a storm day in flip-flops!"

MeriDee and Mollie loved the Florida beaches, sun, temperatures . . . However, they missed the support of family members that lived several thousand miles away.

The first year's teaching experience and Mollie's near death health condition were the ultimate factors that began a downward spiral for MeriDee. She agreed to see a therapist and was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder in February, 2006. This was shortly after MeriDee was selected to receive one of five 2005 Keiser College Excellence in Teaching Award. The intense responsibilities at work, being a single parent with no extended family support, and only 24 hours in a day lead to MeriDee losing her teaching position at Keiser College and her means of financial support.

In March, 2007, MeriDee and Mollie returned to Minnesota to live with NaNa and PaPa. Mollie registered for kindergarten in May. MeriDee was apprehensive about kindergarten. Mollie was excited to meet Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Boushee at New Heights Kindergarten Orientation. Mollie thoroughly enjoyed meeting new, young friends and loved learning. She would share the happenings of her school day for hours in the evening.

MeriDee is survived by her parents, Jay and Linda (Guerard) Croy; her sister, Lisa (Croy) Richards; grandmothers, Joan K. Guerard and Muriel Croy-Miller; aunts, Marsha (Croy) Speed and Karlene (Knutson) Croy; uncles, Bradley Croy, Michael Guerard; bother-in-law, Gordon Richards; cousins, Reece, Peyton, and Croix Richards; great aunts, Harriet (Guerard) Peterson, Patrica (Guerard) Owens, Annabelle (Guerard) Witte, Shirley (Giese) Sanderson, Muriel (Giese) Barry, Virgina (Peterson) Croy; great-uncles, Conrad Giese, Boyd Giese, Donald Croy, and Bobby Owens; godparents, Jaclyn (Isaacson) and Michael Hurly.

Mollie is also survived by her father, Peter Coppola; grandparents, Shiela Coppola and Stephen Capoziello, Aunt Michelle and Uncle Robert Golini; cousins, Katherine, Jenna, and Allison Golini.

MeriDee was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Cecil W. Guerard and J. Clayton Croy.

Mollie was also preceded in death by her cousin, Jack Golini.

Memorials may be sent to the University of North Dakota Conflict Resolution Center, U.S. Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Fund, and the Grand Forks Community Violence Intervention Center.

Services: 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at Wesley United Methodist Church located at 1600 Fourth Avenue, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday, September 21, 2007 at Stennes Funeral Home Chapel, East Grand Forks, Minnesota and one hour before services at the church.

Funeral Service:
Saturday September 22, 2007, 3:00 PM at Wesley United Methodist Church

Visitation:
Friday September 21, 2007, From 5 to 7 PM w at Stennes Funeral Home

Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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Carbon monoxide caused death in
mother-daughter homicide-suicide

The Associated Press--

EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA -- A woman and her young daughter who died in what police said appeared to be a homicide-suicide both died of carbon monoxide poisoning, according to autopsy results released Wednesday.

Jay Croy said he found the bodies of his daughter, MeriDee Croy, 35, and her daughter, Mollie, 5, in the back seat of her car Monday afternoon inside their garage, with the motor running and a vacuum cleaner piping the exhaust into the back window.

Croy said she had long battled bipolar disorder.

"She left a four-page note in the car," Jay Croy said. "It was handwritten."

He said it included memories of happy times. The CD player was on, to a quiet style of music that was one of MeriDee's Croy's favorites.

"She had put a down comforter and pillows there, made a little bed," Jay said. "I only hope it was a peaceful thing for Mollie."

He said he had helped his daughter and granddaughter move to East Grand Forks from Florida about six months ago after the woman had lost her job and run into financial difficulties.

Source: WWW.TWINCITIES.COM
Posted: 09/19/2007 09:27:27 PM

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Born: June 6, 1930

June 6, 1930 - January 23, 2009

obituary--

Marion Cariveau 78 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on Friday, January 23, 2009 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Marion June Benson was born on June 6, 1930 in Northwood, North Dakota, the daughter of James and Clara (Lura) Benson. Marion grew up and attended school in Reynolds, North Dakota. Marion and her sister Gladys lived in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Marion worked in the Food Service Department at the Deaconess Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

On August 30, 1962 she was united in marriage to Larry Cariveau in Reynolds, North Dakota. They then resided in Grand Forks, North Dakota. When their son Loran was born they made there home in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and resided there until the time of her death.

Marion is survived by her husband, Larry and 1 son Loran Cariveau both of East Grand Forks, Minnesota and 2 sisters: Gladys Sundet of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Blanch Breidenbach of Lester Prairie, Minnesota.

Marion is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and three sisters.

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Facts--
Death: January 23, 2009
Place of Death: Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Larry Cariveau, Spouse
• Loran Cariveau, Son

Preceded in Death By:

• 2 Brothers
• 3 Sisters

Funeral Service:
Monday January 26, 2009, 10:30 AM
Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Monday January 26, 2009, 9:30 - 10:30
Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Burial:
Monday January 26, 2009
Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 29, 1936 - January 30, 2009

Facts--

Born: August 29, 1936
Place of Birth: San Antonia, Texas

Death: January 30, 2009
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Ramona Campos, Spouse
• Daniel (Jennifer) Campos, Son
• Jose (Destiny) Campos, Son
• Michael Campos, Son

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Biography--

Jose R. Campos Sr., 72 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on Friday, January 30th, 2009 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Jose Campos was born August 29, 1936 in San Antonio, TX the son of Daniel and Guadalupe Campos. He grew up in San Antonio, TX. He joined the US Marines and served his country from 1953 - 1961. He married Ramona Torres in San Antonio, TX. They moved to East Grand Forks in 1986. After moving to Minnesota Jose enjoyed collecting miniature cars and watching Old Time Movies and most of all enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Ramona of East Grand Forks, 3 sons Daniel (Jennifer) of East Grand Forks, Jose (Destiny) of Browning, Montana, Michael of East Grand Forks, and 6 grandchildren.

Military Honors by the East Grand Forks American Legion #157 and the East Grand Forks VFW #3817.

Funeral Service:
Wednesday February 4, 2009, 2:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Wednesday February 4, 2009, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Burial:
Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 21, 1941 - January 9, 2008

Biography--

Dennis Corbid, 66, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota died peacefully at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, N.D. after a long and courageous battle with heart disease and kidney failure. His courage, dignity, and love of life were an inspiration to many over the years.

Dennis was born in 1941 to Ben and Catherine (Klarus) Corbid of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. He attended Sacred Heart High School, and graduated in 1959. He attended barber school in California and returned to marry June Myerchin in 1961 and to become the father of three. He became a barber at Laddie's Barber shop in East Grand Forks, and owned his own shop in Fosston, Minnesota, for several years. He returned to East Grand Forks in 1973, where he has lived since.

Dennis' battle with heart disease spanned 30 years. During that time he remained grateful, happy, and loving, never bitter, never complaining. His sense of humor never failed, and he brought laughter and fun to all who knew him.

Dennis is survived by his wife: June; daughters: Jill (Bruce) Greenwood of Menomonie, WI and Jackie (Jack) Knopp of East Grand Forks; son: Jim (Nancy) Corbid of Fargo, North Dakota; 11 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; brother: John (Pat) Corbid; Sister: Bette Kay, Nadine (Steve) Balsen; and countless other friends and loved ones. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents; one sister: Paddy Bertch; and two brothers: Jim and Ben Corbid.

Dennis was inducted into the Sacred Heart Hall of fame in July 2007, along with friends and team mates from the 1957 football team. He will be missed by all.

Funeral Service
Monday January 14, 2008, 2:00 PM
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation
Sunday January 13, 2008, 2:00 - 4:00 PM w
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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Facts--

Born: March 21, 1941
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: January 9, 2008
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: Barber

Organizations: Sacred Heart Hall of Fame

Survived By:

• June Corbid, Spouse
• Jill (Bruce) Greenwood, Daughter
• Jackie (Jack) Knopp, Daughter
• Jim (Nancy) Corbid, Son
• John (Pat) Corbid, Brother
• Bette Kay, Nadine (Steve) Balsen, Sister

Preceded in Death By:

• Paddy Bertch, Sister
• Jim Corbid, Brother
• Ben Corbid, Brother

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 29, 1935 - June 10, 2008

Darrel Christopherson, 73 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away after a courageous battle with heart disease at his home on Tuesday, June 10, 2008 with his family.

Darrel G. Christopherson was born on May 29, 1935 in Trail, Minnesota, the son of Helmer and Mavis (Hanson) Christopherson. Darrel grew up in the Trail, Minnesota area. He attended school at Trail, Minnesota, the Crookston AC and U North Dakota. He farmed and developed Farm Land in the Oklee, Minnesota area. On February 14, 1959 Darrel was united in marriage to Shirley Weir in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Darrel retired from farming in November of 1999. He enjoyed his winters in Mesa, AZ, summers at the Lake of the Woods, & East Grand Forks. He truly enjoyed his friends.

Family members who survive Darrel include his wife Shirley of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, son, Steven (Leann) Christopherson of Waconia, Minnesota, and their children; Alissa, Kelsie, Jenna, daughter, Sue (Jan) Christopherson and their children; Joy and Amy Jo of Grand Forks, North Dakota, sisters; Phyllis (Glen) LiaBraaten of Eugene, OR, EvaLee Janssen of Gonvick, Minnesota, one brother; Jerry (Mo) Christopherson of Tyler, TX.

Preceding Darrel in death are his parents, son; Tom Christopherson and brother-in-law; Herman Janssen.

Funeral Service: 10:30 AM, Friday, June 13, 2008 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota. with Military Honors following by the East Grand Forks American Legion and VFW.

Visitation: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a 6:30 PM Prayer Service on Thursday, June 12, 2008 in Stennes Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Interment: 5:30 PM on Friday following the funeral service at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery, Oklee, Minnesota

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Facts--

Born: May 29, 1935
Place of Birth: Trail, Minnesota

Death: June 10, 2008
Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Occupation: Farmer

Survivors:

• Shirley, Spouse
• Steven (Leann) Christopherson, Son
• Sue (Jan) Christopherson, Daughter
• Phyllis (Glen) LaiBraaten, Sister
• EvaLee Janssen, Sister
• Jerry (Mo) Christopherson, Brother

Funeral Service:
Friday June 13, 2008, 10:30 A.M. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Thursday June 12, 2008, From 5 to 7 P.M. at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Friday June 13, 2008, 5:30 P.M. at Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 22, 1929 - December 11, 2008

Facts--

Born: March 22, 1929
Place of Birth: Grafton, North Dakota

Death: December 11, 2008
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Alyce-Mae, Spouse
• Terry (Laurie), Son
• Pam (Bob) Bergman, Daughter

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Biography--

Harvey D. Christiansen, 79, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2008 surrounded by his family at Woodside Village in Grand Forks, North Dakota as a result of COPD and Congestive Heart Failure.

Harvey Duane Christiansen was born on March 22, 1929, the son of Clarence and Olga (Jacobsen) Christiansen in Grafton, North Dakota. He was baptized and confirmed at Pleasant Valley Church in Park River, North Dakota. Harvey attended schools in the Lankin area and Bremerton, WA during World War II. He graduated from Grand Forks Central High School in 1946. Harvey enlisted in the United States Army and served in the Philippines and Yokohama, Japan. He received the World War II Victory Metal and Army of Occupation Japan Metal .

Following his discharge he returned to Grand Forks, North Dakota, working for several local businesses. Harvey married Alyce-Mae Jenson at her parents home at Reynolds, North Dakota on November 23, 1949. Harvey hired on with the Northern Pacific Railroad on September 17, 1951 as a Switchman. He worked as a Brakeman and later as Conductor retiring from Burlington Northern Railroad in 1989. After 33 years of separation, Harvey remarried Alyce-Mae on July 29, 2006. Harvey was proud to have served as Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3817 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #157 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota and the Eagles Club and Elks Club.

Harvey was a great sports fan who especially enjoyed Fast Pitch Softball in Grand Forks, Spring Baseball in Arizona, attending the Olympic Games as well as all Professional Sports. He was an avid Card Player enjoying the company of family and friends with his Wit & Humor.

Family members who survive Harvey include his wife Alyce-Mae of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; children: Terry (Laurie) of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Pam (Bob) Bergman of Grand Forks, North Dakota; grandchildren: Corey (Alissa) Bergman of Chanhassen, Minnesota, Kyle Bergman of Omaha, NE; great-grandchildren: Kenna and Kaleb Bergman of Chanhassen, Minnesota; his mother Olga Christiansen, of 99 years of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; sister: Marion Enright of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; brother: Glenn (Laurie) of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; brother-in-law Jim Weber of Thompson, North Dakota; sister-in-law Elaine Thompson of Grand Forks, North Dakota and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Harvey is preceded in death by his father Clarence; sister: Donna Weber; father and mother-in-law: Oscar and Ella Jenson; brother-in-laws: Edward (Mick) Enright, Everett, Russell, Harold Jenson and Gordon Thompson; sister-in-laws Gwen, Ella and Beatrice Jenson;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to VFW Youth Hockey or the American Legion Baseball Program.

Blessed be the memory of Harvey D. Christiansen

Funeral Service: 2:00 PM on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, in Our Savior's Lutheran Church of East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Interment: Americus Cemetery, Reynolds, North Dakota in the spring

Funeral Service
Wednesday December 17, 2008, 2:00 PM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Visitation
Tuesday December 16, 2008, From 5-7 PM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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June 14, 1949 - February 16, 2009

Facts--

Born: June 14, 1949
Place of Birth: New Mexico

Death: February 16, 2009
Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Survived By:

• Pearl Butler, Mother
• Pearl Manuel, Sister
• Deborah Alexander, Sister
• Clarence Whitely, Brother
• Steve Alexander, Brother
• Tony Larry, Son
• Lolina Grahm, Daughter
• Eva St. Pierre, Fianc'ee

Preceded in Death By:

• Clinton Chambers Sr., Father
• Jonni Maa, Sister
• Clinton Chambers Jr., Brother

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Biography--

Freddie L. Chambers, 59, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on Monday, February 16, 2009 at his home.

Freddie (Pookie) Lee Chambers was born on June 14, 1949 in New Mexico, the son of Clinton and Pearl (Hudson) Chambers.

Freddie is survived by his mother: Pearl Butler of Lamesa TX, sisters: Pearl Manuel, Deborah Alexander; brothers: Clarence Whitely and Steve Alexander; children: Tony Larry and Lolina Grahm; grandchildren: Devion, Izziah, K-J; and also fiancee Eva St. Pierre and her children, Kevin St. Pierre and Christopher and his fiancee: Jennifer Clauthier and Freddie's Best Friend Joe Harris and Barbara Wilkerson.

Freddie was preceded in death by his father, Clinton Chambers; sister Jonni Maa, brother Clinton Chambers.

Funeral Service:
Saturday February 21, 2009, 2:00 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Visitation:
Saturday February 21, 2009, 1:00 - 2:00 at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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November 22, 1940 - July 16, 2009

Marcos Contreras, 68 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Marcos Contreras was born on November 22, 1940 in San Salvador, El Salvador the son of Marcos Contreras and Amalia Penado.

Marcos grew up in San Salvador, El Salvador and then moved to San Antonio, TX. He worked in Texas and California as a Laborer and also worked in the Food Service Industry. In 1989 he moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota. On January 14, 1991 he was united in marriage to Sonia Cruz in Fort Worth, TX. They moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota where he worked for Ryan Potato Farms for 5 years until 2003. Marcos became a United States Citizen on May 10, 2006.

Family members who survive Marcos include his wife Sonia of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; children: Ana Julia Cortez of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Carmen Aracely Contreras, Hector Contreras, Julio Contreras and Jose Antonio all of San Salvador, El Salvador.

Marcos is preceded in death by his parents.

Marcos traveled throughout the world as a professional wrestler, earning many trophies and awards.

Visitation: 10:30 to 11:00 on Monday, July 20, 2009 in Stennes Funeral Home of East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Graveside Service: 11:00 A.M. on Monday, July 20, 2009 at Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Funeral Service:
Monday July 20, 2009, 11:00 AM
Resurrection Cemetery

Visitation:
Monday July 20, 2009, 10;30 - 11:00 AM
Stennes Funeral Home

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Facts--

Born: November 22, 1940
Place of Birth: San Salvador, El Salvador

Death: July 16, 2009
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Sonia Contreras, Spouse
• Ana Julia Cortez, Daughter
• Carmen Aracely Contreras, Daughter
• Hector Contreras, Son
• Julio Contreras, Son
• Jose Contreras, Son

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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July 29, 1957 - April 23, 2010

Facts--

Born: July 29, 1957 Place of Birth: Crookston, Minnesota

Death: April 23, 2010 Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By:

• Danielle (Craig) Hermiller, Daughter
• Benjamin (Lindsay) Cournia, Son
• Jacob (Meghan) Cournia, Son
• Peter Cournia, Son
• Louis and Nancy Cournia, Parents

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Biography--

Daniel Arnold Cournia departed this world for Heaven on April 23, 2010, at the age of 52, after courageously battling cancer.

Dan was born July 29, 1957, in Crookston, Minn. He graduated from Crookston High School and earned an associate's degree from Bemidji State University.

Following a career in respiratory therapy, Dan worked for Ritchie & Olsen Construction in Bemidji and traveled often as a missionary all over the world.

Dan dedicated his time to helping others, whether his local neighbors or orphans in Asia. His goal was to be the living gospel to everyone around him -- showing God's love and encouragement to everyone he encountered -- and to hear God say at the end of his life, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant."

Dan's legacy lives on as he is survived by his parents, Louis and Nancy Cournia of Crookston, Minnesota, his sisters, Debbie Hanson, Jean (Richard) Rock, Mary Jo Cournia, Sue (Lester) Wilkens, and Nancy Kujawa, all of Crookston, Minnesota, his brothers, Skip (JoLynn) Cournia, of Dyersburg, TN, Tom (Violet) Cournia of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Patrick Cournia, of Virginia Beach, VA, his children, Benjamin (Lindsay) Cournia of Kodiak, AK, Danielle (Craig) Hermiller of Ft. Riley, KS, Jacob (Meghan) Bratvold of Sherwood, North Dakota, and Peter Cournia stationed in Germany, his grandchildren Alton Bratvold and Lucy Cournia, and many other dear family and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother-in-law Lynn Hanson and nephew Matthew Hanson.

Memorial Services: 5:30 PM, Sunday, April 25, 2010 at Tenstrike Community Church, Tenstrike, Minnesota.

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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September 28, 1930 - March 13, 2010

Biography--

Donald Benjamin Danielson, 79, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died on Saturday, March 13, 2010, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Don was born on September 28, 1930, in Bygland, Minnesota, son of Bennie and Bessie (Kjelleberg) Danielson. Don grew up on a farm in Bygland, where he went to country school then went on to graduate from East Grand Forks High School in 1948. Don attended St. Olaf College and later transferred and graduated from MacPhail School of Music in Minneapolis, with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education. He completed his Master's of Music Education at MacPhail and continued his life long education by obtaining over 45 advanced credits.

Don served his country in the Navy aboard the USS Henley during the Korean War. Throughout his four years of service in the Navy, Don was able to travel around the world. Don married Florence Jean Grove on December 19, 1954. He continued to be a member of the American Legion.

He was a vocal music teacher at Hendricks and Breckinridge, Minnesota, before returning to East Grand Forks to teach music for over thirty five years. Don was involved in many music associations. He was awarded the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Director of the Year and an honor award from the Music Educators Nation Conference (MENC). After retiring from teaching, he stayed engaged in "teaching" by continuing to judge music festivals and his involvement in church choir. Don enjoyed singing and loved the opportunity to sing at weddings, funerals, and special musical activities.

He was an active member of Our Saviors' Lutheran Church and a fixture in the community that he loved. Don was elected in the first class of the East Grand Forks Senior High School Hall of Fame in 2001. Don served on the board of the Valley Elder Care, and participated in Concordia's C400 club.

He is survived in death by his loving wife, Florence, and his children Karen (Cliff) Bimberg, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, Gayle (Chuck) Driscoll, West Fargo, North Dakota, and Paul (Cheryl), Eagan, Minnesota. 7 grand children: Jeremy (Missy) Bimberg, Jodie (Jeff Schreier), Adam (Quinn) Driscoll, Anna Driscoll, Eric Driscoll, Megan Danielson, and Scott Danielson and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived in death by in-laws Art (Vie) Grove, Vi Torkelson, Burnett Grove, and Ben Saucerman.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings: Opal (Lloyd) Peterson, Willa (Bill) Rackley, Hazel Saucerman, Nancy (Mike) Gorman, and Tommie (Minnie) Danielson.

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Facts--

Born: September 28, 1930
Place of Birth: Bygland, Minnesota

Death: March 13, 2010
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: Music Teacher

Survivors:

• Florence, Spouse
• Karen Bimberg, Daughter
• Gayle Driscoll, Daughter
• Paul Danielson, Son

Funeral Service:
Wednesday March 17, 2010, 11:00 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Tuesday March 16, 2010, From 5 to 7 PM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 28, 1925 - September 18, 2007

Raymond Leonard "Ray" Driscoll, 82, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, died Tuesday September 18, 2007, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on August 28, 1925, to Gertrude (Henderson) Driscoll and Leonard Driscoll. He grew up on a farm near East Grand Forks Minnesota. After eight grades in a one room rural school, he graduated from Sacred Heart High School. He worked on the farm and attended the University of North Dakota in engineering.

He was drafted into the US Army in March of 1945. He was stationed at Camp Crower, MO; Fitzsimmons General Hospital, Denver, CO; the Blanche F. Sigman Hospital Ship out of the Port of Embarkation, Brooklyn New York; Camp Shanks, NY; and the Whitehall Street Dispensary, NY, NY. He served as an X-ray technician and in the military police. He received an honorable discharge from the army in November of 1946.

On February 8, 1948, he married Adele Paula Chwirut in Our Lady of Angels located in Brooklyn NY. He and Adele spent 20 winter vacations in their home in Monzanillo, Mexico and then spent their remaining winters in their home in Fort Myers, Florida.

Ray lived his life with purposeful optimism, an unwavering integrity and quiet generosity through actively living his faith. He was never without a good story or joke and always enjoyed listening to others. He was truly interested in others and equally showed respect and consideration.

Ray and his brother Keith built a potato warehouse in 1958 and farmed as Driscoll Brothers for 40 years. They were innovators in farm technology and practices, including: use and sales of anhydrous ammonia in the early 1960's, conversion of air force tugs to 4 wheel drive tractors and partnering a farm with one of the largest cattle operations in Minnesota.

Ray had a wide variety of interests. He enjoyed photography -- starting with a darkroom to develop his own pictures, he then was an early adopter of movie, video, and digital technologies for taking and editing pictures. He flew the Driscoll Brothers helicopter. Ray and Adele visited China, Egypt, Israel, and traveled in the US and Mexico. Ray's interest in his ancestors, particularly their stories, led him to gather a large amount of genealogical information.

He is survived by his wife, Adele, of Grand Forks, sons, Kevin, Maple Grove Minnesota, Randall (Cindy) and Bruce (Cynthia), East Grand Forks Minnesota, Blane (Karen), Dassel Minnesota; daughter, Meredith (Glenn) Faken, Greer SC; grandchildren, Cody and Shyanne Driscoll, East Grand Forks Minnesota, Glenn Raymond Faken, Charleston SC, Anna Udell Mankato Minnesota, Laura Udell, Grand Forks North Dakota; and Brandon Lealos, Fargo North Dakota; brothers, Keith (Maxine) East Grand Forks Minnesota, Jerry (Rose Ann) Mentor Minnesota; and sister, Marian (Curtis) Olson, Green Valley AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents and baby brother Timothy, and brother-in-laws Curtis Olson and Theodore Chwirut.

Ray served as a Commissioner on the Housing and Redevelopment Board for East Grand Forks, from 1969 through 1979; as a Director of the Production Credit Association of Grand Forks North Dakota from 1972 through 1984, as a Director of The Central Bank for Cooperatives, in Denver CO, from 1983 through 1986, as a District Director for the Farm Credit Banks of St. Paul from 1979 through 1987, in 1982 he was a director for the Agency for International Development. He was an active member and supporter of the Sacred Heart Church and School of East Grand Forks as a past member of the finance committee, and as a reader. He was one of the founders and president of the Heritage Foundation of East Grand Forks, Minnesota from 1978-79 and 1993-94. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, the East Grand Forks Veterans of Foreign Wars #3817, and the East Grand Forks American Legion #157.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorials are preferred to Sacred Heart Church or the American Lung Association.

Services: 1:00 P.M., Monday, September 24, 2007 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: Sunday from 2:30-5 P.M. with a 4:30 P.M. prayer service and a Rosary Service immediately following the prayer service all at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, East Grand Forks, and 1 hour before services at the church.

Inurnment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

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Facts--

Born: August 28, 1925
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: September 18, 2007
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: Farmer

Survivors:

• Adele Driscoll, Wife
• Kevin Driscoll, Son
• Randall (Cindy) Driscoll, Son
• Bruce (Cynthia) Driscoll, Son
• Blane (Karen) Driscoll, Son
• Meredith (Glenn) Faken, Daughter

Funeral Service: Monday September 24, 2007, 1:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Sunday September 23, 2007, From 2:30 to 5:0 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Rosary Service immediately following Prayer Service in Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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October 21, 1954 - November 29, 2014

Facts--

Born: October 21, 1954
Place of Birth: Williamsport, IN

Death: November 29, 2014
Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Survived By:

• Illeta Ellingson, Spouse
• Cassidy Ellingson, Daughter
• Odney Ellingson, Father
• Lorraine Ellingson, Mother
• Arley Ellingson, Brother
• Mark Ellingson, Brother

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Biography--

Odney C. Ellingson, 60, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota died Saturday, November 29, 2014 at his home following a hard fought battle with cancer.

Odney Ellingson was born October 21, 1954 in Williamsport, IN the son of Odney W. and Lorraine (Doeden) Ellingson. He grew up in Grand Forks and graduated from Red River High School in 1972. He attended UND and the Dakota Wesleyan University, in Mitchell, SD receiving an Associates of Arts Degree in Law Enforcement. He moved back to East Grand Forks in 1978 where he worked for the East Grand Forks Police Department, retiring in 2008. He married Illeta Miller on May 24, 1997 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He also worked for area farmers and Transystems.

He was a member of the Blue Knights International, The Red River Masonic Lodge #292, and the Sons of the American Legion. His also had many hobbies which included riding motorcycle, deer and bear hunting, helping people with various projects, enjoying time at the lake with family and friends, and donating 73 plus gallons of blood and platelets at the Dak Minn Blood Bank.

He is survived by his wife Illeta, and daughter Cassidy Ellingson both of East Grand Forks, parents Odney and Lorraine Ellingson of Grand Forks, 2 brothers, Arley (Peggy) Ellingson of Donnellson, IA, Mark (Shari) Ellingson of Grand Forks, 1 nephew Bill (Malonie) Ellingson of Gillette, WY, niece Erika Reichenbach of Des Moines, IA and best friend Don (Pam) Divis of Mount Holly, NJ, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Dak Minn Blood Bank or to the Donors Choice.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 1600 4th Ave. North, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Visitation: 5-7 PM with a 6:30 PM prayer service, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at the Wesley United Methodist Church, Grand Forks.

Funeral Service
Wednesday December 3, 2014, 11:00 A.M. at Wesley United Methodist Church

Visitation
Tuesday December 2, 2014, 5:00 pm - 7:00pm at Wesley United Methodist Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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Died: August 12, 2014

Life Legacy

Connie K. Foster Driver was born on January 15, 1947, to the late Lymon F. Foster and Lillian Irener Stauss Foster in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Connie was their third child and lived her life in and around her hometown of East Grand Forks, Minnesota and Grand Forks, North Dakota.

After the untimely death of her father in December 1956, her life and that of her family were blessed and forever changed. When our mother met and married Charles E. Wyatt on December 16, 1957, Connie's life became an adventure of new places and new faces. Moving around the country with an open heart and a free spirit afforded her the opportunity to meet, fall in love and marry the love of her life, Carlyle "Corky" Driver Jr.. They were married on May 23, 1966 and began their journey of 42 years together. Through thick and thin and come hell or high water, where you found one, you would find the other.

They retired from their fast paced life in California and found their paradise in Osage, Minnesota in 2004. Upon Corky's death in 2008 and in spite of her many health issues, Connie remained in their Minnesota retreat until her death on August 12, 2014. She always knew that Corky would want her to go on and live as freely as she saw fit to do.

Connie is survived by three daughters, Cheri (Michael) Glorioso of Corona, CA, Trina (Leo) Youroski of Garden Grove, CA and Tina Cook of Casper, WY; five grandchildren, Shar, Chuckie, Tanita, Silvana and Jewlia along with six great-grandchildren; sister, Patty (Richard) Krause of San Antonio, TX.

Connie reaped the benefits and carried the burdens of her decisions. Our mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother is now at peace there is no pain, no illness and suffering. In spite of it all, she did it her way.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Friday, August 15, 2014 in First Lutheran Church, 203 5th St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Visitation: One Hour Prior Funeral Service on Friday in First Lutheran Church

Interment: Memorial Park Cemetery; Grand Forks, North Dakota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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January 8, 1926 - August 13, 2012

Life Legacy--

Milfred Engebretson, 86 of Crookston, Minnesota died Monday, August 13. 2012 at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Center, Crookston, Minnesota. He is the son of Ingvald and Cora (Gordon) Engebretson. He married Beulah Gjestrum in Climax, Minnesota on August 3, 1950. He grew up in Climax, Minnesota. He attended rural climax country school. He served in the US Navy. He then worked at the implement dealership in climax for several years, and then went to work at the Climax public school as a teacher for the Vocational Program and also as custodian until his retirement. Milfred was a member of the Nielsville American Legion and also a member of the Eagles Club.

He is survived by a son, Mark (Debbie) Engebretson, of Crookston, Minnesota; six grandchildren: Crystal, Kayla and Amber Engebretson, Adam, Aaron and Alicia Vouk; two great-grandsons, Kaden and Tyler Vouk; one son-in-law Al Vouk, Sartell, Minnesota; one sister, Chilas Cochrane, Parshall, ND.

He is preceded in death by his wife Beulah; daughter Linda Vouk; and his parents.

Born: January 8, 1926
Place of Birth: Climax, Minnesota

Death: August 13, 2012
Place of Death: Crookston, Minnesota

Organizations: Nielsville American Legion & Eagles Club

Survived By:

• Mark (Debbie) Engebretson, Son
• Crystal Engebretson, Granddaughter
• Kayla Engebretson, Granddaughter
• Amber Engebretson, Granddaughter
• Adam Vouk, Grandson
• Aaron Vouk, Grandson
• Alicia Vouk, Granddaughter
• Kaden Vouk, Great-Grandson
• Tyler Vouk, Great-Grandson
• Al Vouk, Son-In-Law
• Chilas Cochrane, Sister

Preceded in Death By:

• Beulah Engebretson, Spouse
• Linda Vouk, Daughter
• Ingvald Engebretson, Father
• Cora (Gordon) Engebretson, Mother

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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December 17, 1942 - August 21, 2012

Biography--

Jeanne Feist, age 69, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away on Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Jeanne E. Feist was born on December 17, 1942 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Bill and Marian (Cowell) Keiser. Jeanne attended school in Fisher, Minnesota and also at Valley School in Grand Forks. On June 30, 1959 she was united in marriage to William Feist at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Grand Forks. Jeanne worked for the Kegs Drive Inn, St. Michael's Hospital and for the last 30 years she worked for the YMCA in Grand Forks.

Jeanne was a great mother who was loved dearly, and never asked for anything but only gave.

Jeanne is survived by her husband William Feist of Grand Forks, North Dakota; children, Kathy Feist of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Mary Ann Feist of Milton, North Dakota and Roy Feist of Grand Forks; grandchildren, Kendall, Randall, Krystal, Amanda and Sheyanne along with 8 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Larry Keiser of Sparks, NV; 3 sisters, Nancy (Tony) Brokken of Vancouver, WA, Marjorie Hagen of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Patti (Dick) Farber of Sterling, OH.

Jeanne is preceded in death by her parents; son, Daniel Feist; brothers, Donavon and Richard Keiser.

Memorial Service
Friday August 24, 2012, 10:30 AM at Dahl Funeral Home

Visitation
Friday August 24, 2012, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM at Dahl Funeral Home

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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November 9, 1947 - May 17, 2012

Biography--

Carlean Evans, 64, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at MedCenter One in Bismarck.

Carlean was born on November 9, 1947 in Crookston, Minnesota, to the daughter of Lewis and LuAine Pierce. She grew up in Grand Forks and moved to Park River where she went to high school. She married Harry Schildberger, September 1st 1966. She moved to Grand Forks/East Grand Forks in 1974 where she spent the rest of her life.

Carlean worked for her brother at Triangle Bus Lines for 30 plus years. Carlean loved baking for the holidays, spending time with family & friends and being the best mom and grandmother anyone could ask for.

She will be remembered by her family & friends for her kindness, her appreciation for the simple things in life and her generosity. Carlean was deeply loved by her family and friends.

Carlean is survived by her sons, Richard (Brenda) Schildberger, Buxton, North Dakota, Robert Schildberger and special friend Jill Holt, Fargo, North Dakota, Ron (Kelly) Schildberger, Fayetteville, NC, and Brandon Schildberger and his fiancee Breanne Felchle, Bismarck; six grandchildren ; Justin Peterson, Park River, North Dakota, Megan Peterson, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Dustyn and Brayden Schildberger, Buxton, North Dakota, Jasmine Schildberger, Bismarck, North Dakota, and Bryant Schildberger, Fayetteville, NC; 3-great grandchildren; her mother LuAine Pierce, Grand Forks, North Dakota and sisters Dorothy (Dale) Fish, Sioux City, IA, Alett (Harold) Boyd, Virginia Beach, VA, Kim Torgerson, Bismarck, North Dakota, Tammy Amundson, Grand Forks, North Dakota; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father Lewis Pierce and brother Leon Pierce.

Memorial Service:
Wednesday May 23, 2012, 10:00 AM at Dahl Funeral Home

Visitation:
Wednesday May 23, 2012, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM at Dahl Funeral Home

Unurnment:
Wednesday May 23, 2012 at Memorial Park South Cemetery

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Facts--

Born: November 9, 1947
Place of Birth: Crookston, Minnesota

Death: May 17, 2012
Place of Death: Bismarck, North Dakota

Occupation: Triangle Bus Lines

Survived By:

• Richard (Brenda) Schildberger, Son
• Robert (Jill Holt) Schildberger, Son
• Ron (Kelly) Schildberger, Son
• Brandon (Fiancee Breanne Felchle) Schildberger, Son
• 6 Grandchildren
• 3 Great-Grandchildren
• LuAine Pierce, Mother
• Dorothy (Dale) Fish, Sister
• Alett (Harold) Boyd, Sister
• Kim Torgerson, Sister
• Tammy Amundson, Sister

Preceded in Death By:

• Lewis Pierce, Father
• Leon Pierce, Brother

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 6, 1916 - October 19, 2012

Biography--

Guy Flom, 96, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2012 at Valley Eldercare Transitional Care Unit in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Guy Ervin Flom was born on May 6, 1916 in Richland County, MT, the son of Helmer and Jessie (Schow) Flom. Guy grew up in Grand Forks, North Dakota and then in 1930 moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota where he worked for area farmers and also was employed with the Dakota Hotel as a Busboy. On January 28, 1939 he was united in marriage to Helen Schmisek in Grand Forks. In 1944 he joined the United States Army where he went overseas. Following his Honorable Discharge from the Army he worked for Great Northern Railroad and then the Burlington Northern-Santa Fe Railroad for 32 years before retiring in 1976. He also worked part time for a number of years at the EGF Potato Research Center.

Family members of Guy include his wife Helen of 73 years; children, Richard Flom of Homestead, FL, Eileen (Cameron) Saunders of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, Diane Rothschild of Gordonville, TX, Elizabeth (Dale) Fontaine of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Joel (Suzanne) Flom of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Kathleen "Kitty" (Michael) Monley of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, David (Judy) Flom of Lakewood, CO and Brian (Cindy) Flom of Flower Mound, TX; 16 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren.

Guy is preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters, Evelyn and Marie, 2 brothers Wilford and Clifford Flom, and daughter-in-law Lenaire "Chick" Flom.

He was a member of the EGF American Legion, VFW, Retired Men's Club and a lifetime member of the EGF Blue Line Club.

The family would like to thank Hospice, the Valley Eldercare Transitional Care Unit and Altru Hospital for all their wonderful care and support through Guys illness.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the donor's choice.

Visitation: 5-7 PM with a 6:30 prayer service, Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at the Dahl Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota and 1 hour before services at the church,

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 24, 2012at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Burial: Calvary Cemetery, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

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Facts--

Funeral Service:
Wednesday October 24, 2012, 11:00 A.M.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Tuesday October 23, 2012, 5-7 with a 6:30
Dahl Funeral Home

Burial:
Wednesday October 24, 2012, 12:00 Noon
Calvary Cemetery, Grand Forks

Born: May 6, 1916
Place of Birth: Richland County, Montana

Death: October 19, 2012
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By

• Helen Flom, Spouse
• Richard Flom, Son
• Eileen Saunders, Daughter
• Diane Rothschild, Daughter
• Elizabeth Fontaine, Daughter
• Joel Flom, Son
• Kathleen Monley, Daughter
• David Flom, Son
• Brian Flom, Son

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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April 12, 1937 - July 5, 2008

Facts--

Born: April 12, 1937
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: July 5, 2008
Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Survived By

• Robert "Fuzz" Foster, Spouse
• Debbie (Gerald) Hornick, Daughter
• Donald Foster, Son
• Daniel "Mark" (Faye) Foster, Son
• Dawn Marie (Gerald) Dill, Daughter

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Biography--

Phyllis Foster, 71 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away at her home on Thursday ~ July 3, 2008

Phyllis Rae Foster was born on April 12, 1937, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Edward and Bernice Waldon. Phyllis grew up in Grand Forks, North Dakota and attended Grand Forks Central High School. On September 19, 1954 Phyllis was united in marriage to Robert "Fuzz" Foster. Phyllis worked at Whitey's Cafe in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and the Dixie Bar in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She worked the Concessions Stands for the Parks and Recreation Department and also planted flowers throughout the city of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Phyllis also worked at the East Grand Forks Senior High School and South Point elementary schools in the cafeteria until 1999 due to ill health.

Family members who survive Phyllis include her husband Robert "Fuzz" Foster of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, children, Debbie (Gerald) Hornick of Glen Burnie, MD, Donald Foster of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Daniel "Mark" (Faye) Foster of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Dawn Marie (Gerald) Dill of Oaks, North Dakota, 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Preceding Phyllis in death is her parents, Bernice and Edward Waldon and sister, June "Elsie" Jones.

Funeral Service:
Tuesday July 8, 2008, 2:30 PM at United Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Monday July 7, 2008, 5:00 - 7:00 with a 7:00 at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Tuesday July 8, 2008 at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 2, 1976 - July 5, 2010

Biography--

Duane "DJ" Ellefson, 34, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2010 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Duane Jerome Ellefson was born on May 2, 1976 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Pam Ellefson. DJ grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. In 2004 he started working at LM Wind Power of Grand Forks, North Dakota. On July 2, 2005 he was united in marriage to Desiree Peterson at Bethany Lutheran Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Due to ill health he was forced to quit his job. "DJ" was a huge Sioux Hockey Fan and also coached his sons' soccer team. Family members who survive "DJ" include his wife Desiree of Grand Forks, North Dakota, sons, Tyler Ellefson and twins, Alex and Brian Ellefson all at home, mother, Pam Ellefson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, sister, Brook Gust of Grand Forks, North Dakota and grandmother, LaVonne "Toots" Ellefson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

"DJ" is preceded in death by his grandfather Dennis Ellefson.

Funeral Service:
Friday July 9, 2010, 2:30 PM at Bethany Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Friday July 9, 2010, Noon - 2:30 at Bethany Lutheran Church

Interment:
Friday July 9, 2010 at Resurrection Cemetery

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Facts--

Born: May 2, 1976
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: July 5, 2010
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: LM Wind Power

Survived By:

• Desiree Ellefson, Spouse
• Tyler Ellefson, Son
• Alex Ellefson, Son
• Brian Ellefson, Son
• Pam Ellefson, Mother
• Brook Gust, Sister
• LaVonne "Toots" Ellefson, Grandmother

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 13, 1928 - July 9, 2007

Avis Mae Finne, 79, died at her home in Crookston, Minnesota, on July 9th.

Avis was born May 13, 1928 in East Grand Forks to Axel and Mathilda Knutson. Upon earning a degree from Bemidji State Teachers College, she moved to Anchorage, Alaska where she worked as a teacher and at a credit union. Upon the birth of her first child, she stayed home to raise her family. Avis loved Alaska, and her children have many fond memories of camping and hiking in the Last Frontier. While in Alaska, the family built two cabins that were accessible only by float plane.

Anchorage was truly a frontier town in the 1950's, and Avis used to reminisce about living miles out of town and hitching a ride to work with neighbors, traveling on a bumpy two-lane gravel road. When she returned to Alaska for a visit in 1993, she was amazed to find that road is now a four-lane divided highway, and the rural area in which she lived had sprouted numerous subdivisions.

Avis and her children left Alaska in 1972, and lived in Oklahoma, Utah, and New Mexico before returning to East Grand Forks in 1977, where she lived until moving to Crookston for health reasons in 2005.

Avis was an active member and elder of Mendenhall Presbyterian Church for many years.

Her family wrote: "All who knew Avis will remember her wit and sense of humor. It was rare to find her in poor spirits, and she was not one to feel sorry for herself, even when facing declining health. One of her passions, for as long as anyone can remember, was doing counted cross stitch. An evening would find her working on a pattern, or indulging in another favorite activity, crossword puzzles and word games. A break would find her making toast with peanut butter for an evening snack, her favorite.

Avis lived through the flood of 1997, and she would mourn the destruction and loss of historic places such as Central Jr. High, where she attended high school, and Whitey's. Then, in the same breath, she would marvel at the new growth and development. She was proud of her town!"

Avis was preceded in death by her parents, and by her brother Donald. She is survived by her brother Roland of Allen Park, Mi.; son and daughter-in-law Kent and Amy Kohlhase, and grandson Jack, of Anchorage; daughter Kim Kohlhase of Jackson Hole, Wy.; and daughter Kay Kohlhase of Steamboat Springs, Co.

Funeral Service:
Tuesday July 17, 2007, 11:00 AM at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church
Visitation one hour before the funeral at the church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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Born: May 29, 1951
Died: December 29, 2014

U.S. Veteran

Lowell Whitaker, age 63, of Winger, Minnesota, passed away on Monday (December 29th) at the Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (January 3rd) at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. prayer service on Friday (January 2nd) 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. Military honors will be conducted by the National Guard Honors Team and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website - 31 DEC 2014

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April 10, 1934 - January 8, 2011

Rebecca R. Espinoza, age 76, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Rebecca R. Espinoza was born on April 10, 1934, in Weslaco, Texas, the daughter of Jesus and Lorfiria (Camamillo) Rosales. Rebecca came to East Grand Forks, Minnesota in 1956. She worked at JR Simplot in Grand Forks, North Dakota before retiring in 1999. She loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed playing Bingo, going to Rummage Sales and Sewing.

Family members who survive Rebecca include her children, Marty (Rhoda) Espinoza of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Hilda (Roger) Briggs, Louis Espinoza, Louisa Espinoza, Ernesto Espinoza, Daniel Espinoza, David (Connie) Espinoza and Becky Ann Espinoza all of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, sisters, Paula Vargas, Gloria (Harvey) Frank, Eva Rodriquez, Merari Garza and Rachel Guarjardo, grandchildren, Heather Contreras (Jose), Nicole Goodrun (Ken), Joseph Espinoza, Jakub Espinoza, Nathan Snow (Kayleen), Shar-lee Ringer, Laci Cable (Arnie) Felicia Lozakowski, Amanda Garza (Rene), Tracy Janish (Steve), Jamie Espinoza, Nena Espinoza, Roger Briggs Jr., Jesse Espinoza and Robert Briggs, 18 great grandchildren, and numerous god-children

Rebecca is predeceased in death by her parents, one grandchild, Martin Espinoza III, brother, Gumezimdo Rosales and her husband Martin Espinoza.

Mass of Christian Burial:
Thursday January 13, 2011
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Wednesday January 12, 2011, From 5 to 7 PM
Stennes Funeral Home

Prayer Service:
Wednesday January 12, 2011, 6:30 PM
Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Thursday January 13, 2011

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Facts--

Born: April 10, 1934
Place of Birth: Weslaco, TX

Death: January 8, 2011
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Survived By

• Marty, Son
• Hilda, Daughter
• Louis, Son
• Louisa, Daughter
• Ernesto, Son
• Daniel, Son
• David, Son
• Becky Ann, Daughter

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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