May 3, 1927 - July 28, 2014

Biography--

Cameron Ellwood Nelson (87), of Grand Forks, North Dakota passed away July 28, 2014 at Valley Elder Care in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Cameron was born on May 3, 1927 in Duluth, Minnesota, to the late Albert and Edna (Basgaard) Nelson. Cameron grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, where he graduated from East Grand Forks Central High School. In 1944 he joined the United States Navy where he served his country during WWII. During his military service he was stationed in the Pacific, China and the Philippines. Following his Honorable Discharge in 1946, he returned to the East Grand Forks area and farmed. On August 17, 1947, he was united in marriage to Marjorie Humble in Immanuel Lutheran Church in Grand Forks. Sadly on October 1, 1980, Marjorie passed away. On August 23, 1992 he married Dorothy Abrahamson in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. They spent winters in Mesa, AZ for many years.

Cameron is survived by his children, Kevin (Erin) Nelson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and Cynthia (David) Moore of Grand Forks, North Dakota; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; one brother, Calvin Nelson of Crookston, Minnesota, and son-in-law, Darrel Loeck of Tenstrike, Minnesota.

Cameron is preceded in death by his parents; his wives, Marjorie on October 1, 1980, Dorothy on December 16, 2010 and daughter, Deborah Loeck on January 9, 2013.

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Funeral Service: 2:00 PM, Thursday, July 31, 2014 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Memorial Service:
Thursday July 31, 2014, 2:00 PM at Dahl Funeral Home

Inurnment:
Thursday July 31, 2014 at Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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October 31, 1921 - August 8, 2007

Biography--

Delia Morgan, 85, passed away on Wednesday August 8, 2007 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Delia Morgan was born on October 31, 1921, near Stephen, Minnesota, the daughter of Carl and Signe (Swanson) Svean. When she was a young child her family moved to Virginia, Minnesota. When she was a teenager her family returned to the Stephen, Minnesota, where she completed her education. She moved to St. Paul, Minnesota. She married Norman Morgan on April 8, 1942 in St. Paul, Minnesota. After their marriage they moved to Grafton, North Dakota. They moved to Grand Forks, North Dakota, in 1948. Norman Morgan died on September 1, 1970. Delia was a bookkeeper for the Valley Family Planning. She was on the board of directors for Quad County Community Action Agency.

She is survived by her daughter Janice Morgan of Grand Forks, North Dakota, one brother; Myron Svean of Thief River Falls, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and an infant brother Wendell.

Private Family Service: Monday, August 13, 2007.

Interment: Rest Haven Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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December 17, 1926 - April 4, 2010

Biography--

Dora G. Moncada passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2010 at the Valley Memorial Homes, Woodside Village in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Dora G. Moncada was born on December 17, 1926, in Roberts Town, Texas, the daughter of Porfirio and Rosario (Tames) Gonzalez. Dora grew up and attended school in Mexico where she met and married Guadelupe Moncada on August 23, 1945. The two moved back to Texas, and then to East Grand Forks, Minnesota, where they raised their Family.

Family members who survive Dora include her children, Baldemar (Blanca) Moncada of Pasadena, Texas, Charlie (Mary) Moncada of Oakdale, Minnesota, Ruben (Karen) Moncada of Fargo, North Dakota, Flor Estella (Gary) Kiefat of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Daniel Moncada of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; and 20 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

Dora is preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sons: Oscar and Guadelupe Moncada.

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 10, 2010 in Stennes Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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November 1, 1930 - October 26, 2010

Biography--

Ronald Mossefin, age 74, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Ronald Mossefin, son of Oddven and Nina (Nelson) Mossefin, was born on November 1, 1935 in Bemidji, Minnesota. Ronald graduated from Roosevelt High School and the University of Minnesota, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He worked in the broadcasting industry and was employed as a staff announcer for the Radio Station KASI in Ames, Iowa, and later as an account executive for the television station KTHI in Fargo and Grand Forks. He later returned to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he was employed with the Dayton's Division of the Dayton Hudson store for many years in the Diamonds and Fine Jewelry Collections. He retired on August 1, 1996 and moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

He is survived by several cousins and a very special friend. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral Service:
Saturday, October 30, 2010 in Stennes Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Interment:
Saturday October 30, 2010 at Greenwood Cemetery, Bemidji, Minnesota,

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 16, 1939 - August 20, 2011

Life Legacy--

Ellen Driscoll Morris

The angels came and took you. God was calling your name even though our hearts are breaking. Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Ellen Morris, went home to meet her beloved Billy, who was waiting at the gate. She put her arms around him, and looked up at his face, and he took her through the gate. I know our hearts are breaking. But the times we spent together are locked inside our hearts. As long as we have our memories, we will never be apart. Nightly we'll be praying and sending love your way. So go be with our father, mother, and we'll see you again someday. She was above all a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend who was always there for her family. She always said I love all my kids, but most of all loved Billy.

Ellen C. Morris age 72 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2011 in Lincoln, NE under the care of Hospice. Ellen grew up in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and attended rural country school. On September 18, 1954 she was united in marriage to Ronald "Billy" Morris in Crookston, Minnesota.

Family members who survive Ellen include her children; Larry Morris of Fargo, North Dakota, Janice Morris of Fargo, North Dakota, Julie (Bruce) Dale of Lincoln, NE, Ronald A. Morris Jr. of Grand Forks, North Dakota; 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

Ellen is predeceased in death by her parents, John & Emma Driscoll; her husband, Ronald "Billy" Morris on February 5th, 2008; one sister, JoAnn Kleppe and many aunts and uncles along with a daughter-in-law, Cheryl Morris

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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February 11, 1941 - October 26, 2012

Thomas Michael Mesheski passed away Friday, October 26, 2012, at Valley Eldercare, Grand Forks, North Dakota. Thomas was born February 11, 1941, in Ardoch, North Dakota, to Frank and Eleanor (Pokrzywinski) Mesheski. He attended country school near Ardoch and later St. Michael's grade school until the 8th grade. On November 24, 1962 he was united in marriage to Barbara Jean Galle at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. He worked for Ardoch area farmers and in 1963; he went to work at UND Plant Services for 33 years.

He is survived by his son Michael (Tanya) Mesheski and grandson Casey, of Grand Forks; daughter Amy, of Salem, OR, brother Daniel Mesheski, Grand Forks, and Barbara (Mesheski) LeGore (John) of Arvilla, North Dakota.

Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers: Raphael and Robert; his sisters: Loretta, Alice, and Harriet.

Memorial Service:
Wednesday October 31, 2012, St. Michael's Catholic Church

Interment:
Wednesday October 31, 2012 at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 29, 1935 - February 17, 2013

Life Legacy--

Shirley Ann Melbostad, 77, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, February 17, 2013.

Shirley was born on August 29, 1935, the eldest daughter of Donald Sr. and Aldora (Johnson) Boushee of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. She graduated in 1954 from Central High School in Grand Forks, and married the late Charles Melbostad that August. They had five children that were raised on rural Rhinehart Dr. in EGF. Shirley worked at the J.R. Simplot Co. (Grand Forks) for over 40 years and retired in 2007 at 71 years of age. She loved her country homes and gardens and she filled much of her time decorating, gardening, ceramics, and shopping. But mostly loved gathering with family and friends over good eats, lots of treats, laughing chatting and laying. Her last years she enjoyed her grands and greats and loved caring for them part time and taking in their activities.

Shirley is survived by four of her five children and their spouses: Michelle (Gerry) Erickson, West Fargo, North Dakota; Tami(Bob) Strandell, Fisher Minnesota; Danny Melbostad, Elizabeth, Minnesota; and Jeff Melbostad, Denton, Texas; 13 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; brother, Donald (Dorothy) Boushee, Jr., Grand Forks; sister, Diane (Bernie) Strebig; son-in-law, Paul Flaa, Denton, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Melody; and granddaughter, Summer. Also her long time companion Jim Bakke.

Shirley's Celebration of Life gathering will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, February 21st at the Eagles Club, (227 10th Street NW) in East Grand Forks.

A spring burial is planned at Calvary Cemetery in Grand Forks.

Services provided by Dahl Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 17, 1944 - August 18, 2014

Life Legacy--

Melanie Kay (Lowe) Moulton, age 70, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2014 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Kay was born on Friday, March 17, 1944 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, to the late Howard and Catherine (Collins) Lowe. She was raised in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and graduated from East Grand Forks Senior High School in 1962. Afterwards she attended Aakers Business College. Over the years she worked at a number of service jobs before having to retire early due to her declining health.

Kay was a very social person with a big smile and kind words for all. She spent many years as President of the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and was a lifelong member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. At the Legion she loved to volunteer at Taco Thursdays and for their dances and it was here that she met many of her dear friends. She loved her house and her cats but unfortunately had to leave them both in 2010 when she moved to the Good Samaritan in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and then finally later that year to Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks, North Dakota, where she loved all of the staff and residents. She filled her days with telling stories, playing bingo, and loved to go have her hair done and have Chinese food.

Kay was especially proud of her three daughters, Rhonda and Matt Norton of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Melinda Moulton of Minot, North Dakota, and Julie and Paul Edman of Grand Forks, North Dakota; 6 grandchildren, Roger, James, Steven, Tyler, Kate, and Rylan; and 2 great-grandchildren, Kaiden and Easton. She is also survived by her sisters, Mary Berglund of Johnstown, CO; Deborah Kachena of Aberdeen, South Dakota; and Vicki Salamon of Medina, Ohio; and brother, John Lowe of Shelly, Minnesota. She was predeceased by her parents and siblings, David Lowe, Julie Osowski-Baker, Doug Lowe, Jerry Lowe, Mickey Lowe, and Marilyn Everett.

Funeral Service: Friday, August 22, 2014 at 10:30 am at Our Savior's Lutheran Church 1515 5th Ave NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 56721 with visitation time one hour beforehand.

Visitation:
Thursday, August 21, 2014 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm am at Our Savior's Lutheran Church 1515 5th Ave NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, with a 6:30 pm prayer service.

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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November 15, 1928 - November 12, 2014

Life Legacy--

Calvin S. Nelson, age 85, of Crookston, Minnesota, formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at the Riverview Memory Unit in Crookston.

Calvin Sheldon Nelson was born on November 15, 1928 in Esther Township, Polk County, Minnesota, the son of Albert and Edna (Basgaard) Nelson. He grew up in Esther Township where he attended country school. He also attended East Grand Forks Central High School. Calvin joined the United States Marine Corp where he served in the South Pacific as a Military Police. Following his discharge from the Marine Corp, he returned to East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

On November 1, 1948 he was united in marriage to Shirley Heggestuen at United Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Calvin painted for Stones Painting, which became Nelson Painting Co. until 1993 when he retired. Calvin was past commander of the East Grand Forks VFW Post 3817 and served on the Honor Guard for many years.

Family members of Calvin include his daughter, Cheryl (Ben) Smith of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; one grandson, Dylan Nelson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and two great-grandsons, Charles Riley and Hunter Douglas.

Calvin is preceded in death by his parents; son, Chuck Nelson and one brother, Cameron Nelson.

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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October 1, 1955 - January 26, 2011

Richard "Rick" Nikle, age 55, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Richard Lee Nikle was born on October 1, 1955 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Robert and Mary (May) Nikle Sr..

Rick grew up and attended school at East Grand Forks Senior High School. He farmed his entire life in the East Grand Forks, Minnesota, area. On November 27, 1982 he was united in marriage to Pam Velaski in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Rick also owned and operated Nikle Welding with his brother Bob.

Family members who survive Rick include his wife Pam of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 1 daughter, Kayla (Fiance Jody Leeds) of Moorhead, Minnesota, 1 son Kyle of Grand Forks, North Dakota one brother, Robert (Penne) Nikle Jr. of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; one sister: Doris (Terry) Driscoll of Grand Forks, North Dakota; nieces & nephews, Josh Nikle, Matt (Fiance Mandy) Nikle, Alicia Driscoll, Cory Driscoll, Brandon, Derek and Jenna (Fiance Adam) Velaski, great niece and nephew, Logan Nikle & Matilda Driscoll uncle, Ronald Castellano; aunt, June Gipson; mother-in-law, Mary Helen Velaski of Hillsboro, North Dakota and 1 brother-in-law, Paul (Wendy) Velaski of Gilbert, AZ.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents; 1 sister Lynn, one aunt; one uncle; his paternal and maternal grandparents and father in law John Velaski.

A special thanks to the University of Minnesota, doctors & nurses, Altru Cancer Center and also to Dr. Larry Halvorson

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

Memorial Service:
Monday January 31, 2011, 11:00 AM at Sharon Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Sunday January 30, 2011, 2:00 - 4:00 at Stennes Funeral Home

Prayer Service:
Sunday January 30, 2011, 3:30 pm at Stennes Funeral Home

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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January 2, 1929 - October 25, 2008

Sheldon C. Nyhus: Dad always said Sheldon was born on a cold winter day January 21, 1929 at rural Manvel, North Dakota. Parents Christ and Sarah (Halverson) Nyhus. He moved with the family to rural East Grand Forks, Minnesota, in 1933. He was baptized and confirmed in a rural church at East Grand Forks, Minnesota. He worked on the family farm. He received his 8th grade education in rural school -- Banner District #51.

He served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. After returning to the family farm, he farmed with his brother Sigfred, raising spuds and small grains. Sheldon enjoyed music and woodworking. He married Ruth Hahn on November 6, 1976 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and they lived in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Sheldon then became Dad to Bonnie (Rusty) Anderson of Roseau, Minnesota, David (Shirley) Hahn of Perham, Minnesota, Kathleen Viereck of Lancaster, Minnesota, Sandy (Curtis) Koland of Waslilla, AK, Donald (Lorraine) Hahn of Fosston, Minnesota, Michael (Barbara) Hahn of Fargo, North Dakota and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Sheldon is survived by 1 sister Marge (Gordon) Rosinski of Grand Forks, North Dakota; 2 nephews: Frank (Lucy) Matejcek of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Patrick (Judy) Rosinski of Grand Forks, North Dakota; 3 nieces: Renee (Dean) Dahlen of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Kathy (John) Lindquist of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Sheild (Kent) Holman of Alvarado, Minnesota

Sheldon is preceded in death by his wife Ruth; parents: Christ and Sarah; 2 sisters and brother-in-laws: Sophie and Frank Matejcek and Irene and Art Nelson; 1 brother and sister-in-law: Sigfred and Ruth Nyhus; 1 niece: Sandra Bushaw and 1 son-in-law: Dennis Viereck.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 in Sharon Lutheran Church, 1720 20th St. S., Grand Forks, North Dakota

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

Funeral Service:
Wednesday October 29, 2008, 11:00 A.M. at Sharon Lutheran Church

Burial:
Wednesday October 29, 2008, 12:30 PM at Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

NOTE: Take your pick concerning the burial location. Both places were on the obituary page.

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May 27, 1924 - June 6, 2009

Biography--

Donnabelle Nelson, 85, of Santa Rosa, CA, died on Saturday, June 6, 2009 at Mirabel Lodge Nursing Center, Forestville, CA.

Donnabelle Orpha Nelson was born May 27, 1924 in East Grand Forks Minnesota, to William and Clara (Erickson) Nelson. She grew up on a farm north of East Grand Forks and completed 8th grade at Fairview Country School. She graduated in 1941 from Central High School. In 1942 she enrolled in Cadet Nursing Corp at Deaconess Hospital, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She graduated in 1945 and worked at Deaconess Hospital and did special duty nursing for polio patients.

Donnabelle moved to Eureka, California in 1955 and later settled in the Santa Rosa/Forestville area. She worked for 44 years at Sonoma County Hospital and retired in 1989. Donnabelle loved to bake and donated jams and baked goods to local charities, friends and family. Donnabelle also enjoyed landscaping and flower gardening. She was preceded in death by her parents William and Clara Nelson. Donnabelle is survived by her brother, William Nelson Jr. (Carole) of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, nieces Dawn Fowler, Charmaine Munt and nephews Robert, Brad, Brian and Bruce Nelson and 10 grand nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service:
Friday June 12, 2009, 1:00 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Visitation:
Friday June 12, 2009, Noon to 1:00 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Friday June 12, 2009 at Resurrection Cemetery, East grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 10, 1913 - August 24, 2010

Edna Nelson, age 97, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and formerly of Rural Oslo, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at the Edgewood Vista in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease

Edna Mae Shane was born on May 10, 1913, at home in Grand Forks County, rural Oslo, Minnesota, the daughter of Henry and Cassie (Sheppard) Shane. Edna grew up on a farm west of Oslo, Minnesota, and attended school in Oslo, Minnesota, graduating from Oslo High School. On September 27, 1936 she was united in marriage to Clifford Nelson at Kongsvinger Lutheran Church of rural Oslo, Minnesota. Clifford and Edna were the first couple to be married in Kongsvinger Lutheran at its present location. Edna enjoyed working in her garden, canning, tending her flower beds, knitting, crocheting, making quilts & afghans and sewing. Edna was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Family members of Edna include her two sons, Cliff Jr. (Alayne) Nelson of Crookston, Minnesota, and Richard (Margaret) of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; four grandchildren, Charles Nelson of Herndon, VA, Clayton (Laurie) Nelson of Colorado Springs, CO, Cathy Nesvold of Crookston, Minnesota, and Karyn (Ken) Vasek of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; nine great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Alda Shane of Grand Forks, North Dakota; along with many nieces and nephews.

Edna is preceded in death by her husband Clifford Nelson on May 5, 2004; parents, Henry and Cassie Shane; two brothers, LaRoy and Earl Shane; a sister, Anna Ferry; and grandson, Curtis Nelson.

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March 28, 1919 - October 6, 2011

Biography--

Margaret Noyes, age 92, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2011 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Margaret Brunsvold was born on March 28, 1919 in Mayville, North Dakota, the daughter of Iver and Bertha (Gilberts) Brunsvold. Margaret grew up in the Hatton and Mayville, North Dakota area. In 1930 they moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota, where she attended East Grand Forks Senior High School graduating with the Class of 1937. Margaret worked as a secretary until she was united in marriage to Michael Jerome Noyes on February 14, 1939 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, where they lived until 1970. They moved to Fisher, Minnesota, until 1980 when she moved back to East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Family members who survive Margaret include her children, Jean (Michael) Dempsey, Richard (Darlene) Noyes and Linda Grinde all of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

Margaret is preceded in death by her parents; husband Michael on November 26, 1980 and a son Neil Noyes.

The family respectively asks that Memorials be directed to the Neil Noyes Scholarship Fund in care of Sacred Heart Development Office.

Memorial Service:
Monday October 10, 2011, 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Inurnment:
Monday October 10, 2011 at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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January 1, 1946 - December 4, 2011

Jeffrey Bertrand Nesvig age 65 of Climax, North Dakota [???] passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at his home.

Jeff was born on January 1, 1946, in Grand Forks, North Dakota the son of Jerome and Ruby (Rensland) Nesvig. Jeff grew up in the Buxton, North Dakota area and attended school in Climax, Minnesota. Following his graduation from Climax High School, he attended school at North DakotaSU. He returned to the area and farmed his entire life. He married Linda Tronson on October 21, 1967 in Buxton, North Dakota.

Family members who survive Jeff include his significant other, Jennifer Nesvig of Climax, Minnesota, his children, Alyson (Tom) Purgiel of Traverse City, MI, Erica (Jake) Paddock of Traverse City, MI, Nicole Nesvig of Denver, CO and Matthew Nesvig of Climax, Minnesota; his mother Ruby Nesvig of Buxton, North Dakota,; 6 brothers and 2 sisters, Winnifred Olson of Deer River, Minnesota, Leslie (JoAnn) Nesvig of LaMoure, North Dakota, Ron Nesvig of Buxton, North Dakota, Steven (Beverly Confer) Nesvig of Buxton, North Dakota, Michael Nesvig of Fargo, North Dakota, Kim (Dawn) Nesvig of Houston, Texas, Ken (Kate) Nesvig of Buxton, North Dakota and Sharon Nesvig of Tallahassee, FL; 3 grandchildren, Ruth Paddock, Kole Paddock and Nora Paddock and a sister-in-law LaDell Nesvig of Williston, North Dakota

Jeff is preceded in death by his father Jerome Nesvig and a brother Sam Nesvig

In Lieu of flowers the family would like memorials to Altru Hospice, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Memorial Service
Thursday December 8, 2011, 11:00 AM at Climax Lutheran Church

Interment
Thursday December 8, 2011 at Ringsaker Cemetery

Note: Not sure about the location of Climax "North Dakota". Some distance to the Southwest is a township called CLimax, but my guess is that they meant Climax, Polk county, Minnesota.

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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September 4, 1935 - January 8, 2012

Life Legacy--

John T. Nisbet went to his eternal home on Sunday, January 8, after a 10-month battle with mesothelioma cancer. At his side was his support team that he introduced to everyone as the two joys of his life: his wife, Marilyn Joy and daughter, Michelle Joy.

John Thomas Nisbet was born September 4, 1935, in Grand Forks. His parents were Harold and Olene (Sordahl) Nisbet. They lived in Mallory when he was an infant and then moved to East Grand Forks. He attended the East Grand Forks school system graduating from East Grand Forks Senior High in 1953. John graduated from the University of North Dakota in 1959 with a Bachelor's degree in engineering. While going to college he worked for his Dad as an electrician.

After college, John served in the United States Army at Pine Bluff, Arkansas, for over two years. He was also a member of the East Grand Forks American Legion. Upon returning from the Army, John began employment for the government in civil service as an engineer. He started his career at the Minot Air Force Base and then received a promotion to the Grand Forks Air Force Base in 1965.

John married Marilyn Forde on August 7, 1965 in Bemidji, Minnesota. They were blessed with 46 wonderful years. They have two children, Michael John and Michelle Joy. These three people were special blessings to John, as he told them numerous times. John was a very loving, caring husband and dad. Even when he was ill, his health care staff knew him as an intelligent, dignified, humorous, caring, and loving man to all and especially his family.

John was a member of Mendenhall Presbyterian Church all his life. He served as a Deacon, Elder, and Chairman of the Stewardship Committee for many years. He was also a substitute teacher for the confirmation class.

In October 1998, John retired from the U.S. Government after 38 years of dedicated service.

John and Marilyn recently moved to Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, to be near their daughter, Michelle, and John's physicians at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester.

John was preceded in death by his amazing son, Michael John, his parents, Harold and Olene Nisbet, his aunt and uncle, Hugh and Bernice Nisbet, and his special walking friend, the family dog "Koti".

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, his daughter, Michelle, Maple Grove, Minnesota, and his brothers, Ronald (Phyllis) Nisbet, Fridley, Minnesota, Bruce Nisbet, New Hope, Minnesota, and sister, Judy (Dick) Johnson, Davidson, MI.

John will always be remembered for his kindness. He was a friend to all.

Thank you from Marilyn and Michelle for everyone's kindness.

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November 6, 1957 - July 9, 2013

Life Legacy--

Bradley W. Nelson age 55 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, entered eternal life on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 from injuries sustained in a farm accident.

Bradley "Brad" William Nelson was born on November 6, 1957 in Grand Forks, North Dakota the son of William and Carole (Mellom) Nelson Jr. Brad grew up in East Grand Forks and attended East Grand Forks Senior High School graduating with the Class of 1976. Following graduation from high school, Brad enrolled in the Diesel Mechanic Program at the Area Vocational Technical Institute in East Grand Forks, graduating in 1978.

On April 3, 1982 he married "the luckiest woman in the world" Beth Pederson in East Grand Forks. He then worked for Amiot Trading Post. Brad began employment with Curt Amundson Farms in 1979 and was employed there until the time of his death. In 2000 he started Grand Marias Elk Farms and operated the Elk Farm until 2012. He also worked for Radi Custom Woodworks for 8 years and was a self-employed farmer.

Brad took great pride in preparing and cooking the Lenten Suppers at Our Savior's Lutheran Church and also cooking burgers for Heritage Days. Brad was an avid sportsman, trapping; hunting; fishing and also was a gardener extraordinaire. Brad loved to see others catch a fish or shoot a deer even more than himself.

Loving family members of Brad include his wife Beth; children, Kimberley Nelson (Travis McDonald) and Kyle Nelson (Marina Laughridge); parents, William and Carole Nelson all of East Grand Forks; siblings, Dawn Fowler of Maple Grove, Minnesota, Charmaine (Mike) Munt of Alexandria, Minnesota, Robert "Bob" Nelson of East Grand Forks, Brian (Michelle) Nelson of East Grand Forks and Bruce (Kari) Nelson of East Grand Forks; mother and father-in-law, Verdie and Laurie Pederson of East Grand Forks; brother-in-law, Brian Pederson of Moorhead, Minnesota, along with many nieces, nephews and 1 great nephew.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Our Savior's Lutheran Church, East Grand Forks Heritage Village or Altru Cancer Center.

Blessed be the memory of Brad W. Nelson

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July 16, 1928 - July 9, 2014

Biography--

James Richard "Dick" Nisbet, 85, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, at his home in Chanhassen, Minnesota.

Dick was born July 16, 1928, in East Grand Forks, the son of James and Helen (Corliss) Nisbet. He attended high school at Crookston AC where he graduated in 1945. Dick participated in hockey and cross country track while at the AC.

He married Mary Ann Relf on July 31, 1954 at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and then moved to the Relf family farm with Mary Ann and raised their three children, Mark, Nancy, and Relf. He served in the Army National Guard for 6 years, and was on active duty for three years and served as Platoon Sergeant 3rd Infantry Division in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in 1959 receiving the United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, and Combat Infantry Badge. He worked for American Crystal Sugar Company as a Sugar End Foreman and served as a Union Steward. He retired in November 1990 with over 40 years of service.

Throughout his life he enjoyed farming, gardening, snowmobiling, fishing, furniture refinishing and was an avid baseball and hockey fan. He was cared for in the home of his daughter and her family for the past 12 years.

Dick is survived by his children, Nancy Ann (Jerry) Parten of Chanhassen, Minnesota, and Mark Richard (Sandy) Nisbet of Fisher, Minnesota; grandchildren, Matt and Jason Nisbet of Bismarck, North Dakota, Alex Nisbet, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Taylor Jane Parten and Annie Helen Parten of Chanhassen, Minnesota, and brother Robert Nisbet of East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son Relf Willard and brother Tom Nisbet.

Military honors will be conducted by members of the American Legion Post 157, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3817, and the National Guard.

In lieu of Flowers, memorials may be given to the Mendenhall Presbyterian Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Memorial Services: 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 19, 2014 at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church, 528 - 10th St NW East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 56721

Memorial Service
Saturday July 19, 2014, 11:00 A.M. at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church

Burial:
Saturday July 19, 2014, 12:30 PM at Nisbet Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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December 11, 1970 - March 19, 2009

Biography--

Michael John Nisbet, 38, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Michael was born on December 11, 1970 in Grand Forks. He is the son of John and Marilyn Nisbet of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. He graduated from East Grand Forks Senior High in May 1989. He loved music by singing in the choir, playing trumpet in the band, and participating in musicals.

Mike continued his love for music by playing in the University of North Dakota Pep Band and singing in the Varsity Bards. He graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors from the University of North Dakota and was awarded the Outstanding Public Relations Graduate in December 1993.

Michael was employed by East Grand Forks Water and Light, Burkland Farms, and the Home of Economy. He began employment at Minnkota Power Cooperative in August 1997. He presently was their Communications Supervisor.

He was a member of Mendenhall Presbyterian Church in East Grand Forks. He sang many years in the choir and was an Elder of the church.

Michael was an avid model and antique railroad collector. He visited many train yards around Minnesota, with his Grandpa Forde. He also participated in many local and regional train shows.

He enjoyed going to the YMCA, visiting with friends, and attending University of North Dakota hockey games with his family.

Michael is survived by his parents, John and Marilyn Nisbet of East Grand Forks, and his sister, Michelle, of Maple Grove, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bennie and Gladys Forde of Bemidji, Minnesota, Harold and Olene Nisbet of East Grand Forks, a special aunt and uncle, Hugh and Bernice Nisbet of East Grand Forks, and the family's compassionate dog, "Koti".

He was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend who will be deeply missed.

Funeral Service:
Monday March 23, 2009, 10:30 AM at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church

Visitation:
Sunday March 22, 2009, 4:00 - 7:00 at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church

Burial:
Greenwood Cemetery ~ Bemidji, Minnesota,

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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December 27, 1919 - February 7, 2010

Biography--

Helen R. Neppel, age 90, formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Helen Rosalie Soutor was born on December 27, 1919 in Grafton, ND the daughter of Ignatius and Julia (Kouba) Soutor. Helen grew up and attended school in Grafton, North Dakota. While a High School student she played the piano and trombone in a small band with her brother Dan and enjoyed playing at small town events in and around Grafton. Following High School graduation she attended The Sisters of St. Joseph School of Nursing in Fargo, North Dakota at St. John's Hospital, graduating as a Registered Nurse.

On November 19, 1941 she was united in marriage to Gerald J. Neppel in Grafton, North Dakota. Helen worked at the Grand Forks Clinic and the Good Samaritan Nursing home in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, as floor nurse and later as Director of Nurses. Following a brief retirement Helen was recruited to work part time at Valley Memorial Home Almonte in Grand Forks, North Dakota as a Staff Nurse. Helen was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Helen was an avid sports fan especially of the Sacred Heart High School and later the University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux Football Team.

Family members that survive Helen include her sons: Daniel (Susie) Neppel of Tulare, CA, Dale (Judy) Neppel of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, James (Ruth) Neppel of St. Cloud, Minnesota, Jay (Jenny) Neppel of Littelton, CO; eight grandchildren: Kathy DeFede, Melissa Neppel, Danielle Briggs, Zachary Neppel, Chad Neppel, Alex Neppl, Julia Neppel, and Joshua Neppel; four great-grandchildren: Maelynn and Bryna DeFede, and Brooklyn and Briar Briggs.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gerald on July 6, 2006; a son, John Neppel on January 23, 2005; and by one brother Daniel Soutor.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Gerald J. and Helen R. Neppel Endowment at Sacred Heart School of East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 13, 2010 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, February 12, 2010 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Funeral Service:
Saturday February 13, 2010, 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Friday February 12, 2010, 5:00 ~ 7:00 - 6:30 Prayers at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Burial:
Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 15, 1926 - August 29, 2010

Biography

Glenn O. Newland, age 84, of Alvarado, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2010 at Valley Memorial Homes, Woodside Village in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Glenn Newland was born on August 15, 1926 in Driscoll, North Dakota, the son of Ole and Emma (Hansen) Newland. He attended Deaf School in Devils Lake, North Dakota. On May 14, 1961 he was united in marriage to Leona Erdman at Trinity Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota. Glenn worked construction in Minot, North Dakota before moving to Moorhead, Minnesota, where he was going to Auto Body School. Thereafter he worked at a Body Shop in Casselton, North Dakota and later worked at a body shop in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. They moved to a farmstead near Oslo, Minnesota. Glenn became disabled in 1977. In 1990 until 5 years ago he did light work for the City of Alvarado, Minnesota. Glenn attended the Deaf Worship Service at Immanuel Lutheran Church each month.

Glenn is survived by his wife Leona of Alvarado, Minnesota; sons: Barry (Kathy) of Fredericksburg, VA, Billy (Rene) of Alvarado, Minnesota, and Bobby (Teresa) of Grand Forks, North Dakota; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Joyce (Don) Siers in Dixon, MT; along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, Virgil and Clarence Newland.

Funeral Service:
Thursday September 2, 2010, 2:00 at Immanuel Lutheran Church

Visitation:
Thursday September 2, 2010, 1:00 - 2:00 at Immanuel Lutheran Church

Interment:
Thursday September 2, 2010 at Oak Lawn Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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July 24, 1916 - October 6, 2012

Biography--

Ruby Harriet Rensland Nesvig passed away on Saturday, October 6th, 2012. Ruby was born July 24, 1916 to Olaf and Aase (Hanson) Rensland on the family farm at Climax, Minnesota. She graduated valedictorian from Climax High School. Ruby was united in marriage to Jerome Nesvig on October 25, 1935.

She was intelligent, beautiful, sharp witted, a farmer, an enthusiastic lover of arts and literature and a loyal Democrat until the end.

Ruby is survived by eight of her ten children: Winifred, Leslie, Ronald, Steven, Michael, Kimberly, Kendall and Sharon; 25 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

She joins her beloved husband, Senator Jerome Nesvig who preceded her in death as did her sons Samson and Jeffrey.

As she wished, she died at home, on the family farm near Buxton, ND, close to the Red River where she lived for almost 80 years. She said the crops and tomatoes were very good this year. She was 96.

Funeral Service:
Wednesday October 10, 2012, 11:00 AM at Sand Hill Lutheran Church

Interment:
Wednesday October 10, 2012 at Ringsaker Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 17, 1928 - November 29, 2013

Carole Ramona Nelson, age 85, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, entered into eternal life on Friday, November 29th, 2013 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota surrounded by her family.

Carole Mellom was born on August 17, 1928 in Northgate, Saskatchewan, Canada the daughter of Ralph and Clara (Jensen) Mellom. Carole was baptized and confirmed at Kopperud Lutheran Church in Northgate. She graduated from Northgate High School in 1945. She attended the Deaconess School of Nursing graduating in 1948. She worked as a surgical nurse at Trinity and St. Joseph Hospitals in Minot, North Dakota, as well as Los Angeles County Hospital, CA.

In 1952, she was united in marriage to William Nelson, Jr. at Bethany Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota. They were blessed with six children. Carole lived her married life on the family farm northeast of East Grand Forks. Carole's greatest gift to her children was instilling Christian values and the importance of a strong work ethic. She took great pride in her large vegetable garden and beautiful flowers, especially her dahlias. In her "spare" time she enjoyed needlework (tatting and hardanger). Many were recipients of her baked goods, homemade pickles…and especially her lefse.

In 1980, Carole completed an RN refresher course and worked at Altru Hospital until retiring in 1990. Following her retirement, she and Bill traveled throughout the US and Europe. Carole was an active member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Deaconess Nurse's Alumni and Eastern Star.

Loving family members who survive Carole include her husband, William "Billy" of East Grand Forks; children, Dawn Fowler of Maple Grove, Minnesota; Charmaine (Mike) Munt of Alexandria, Minnesota; Robert "Bob" Nelson of East Grand Forks; Brian (Michelle) Nelson of East Grand Forks; and Bruce (Kari) Nelson of East Grand Forks; daughter-in-law, Beth Nelson of East Grand Forks; one sister, Lois Miller of Oxbow, Saskatchewan, Canada; one brother, Ralph Mellom of Greenville, SC; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild along with many nieces and nephews.

Carole is preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Clara Mellom; son, Bradley Nelson; sister, Marilyn Crane; brothers, Laverne and Howard.

Memorials may be given to Altru Cancer Center or the East Grand Forks Heritage Village.

Blessed be the memory of Carole Nelson.

Memorial Service: 10:30 AM on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 6:30 PM Prayer Service on Monday, December 2, 2013 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and also one hour prior Memorial Service on Tuesday in Our Savior's Lutheran Church.

Memorial Service: Tuesday December 3, 2013, Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Inurnment:

Tuesday December 3, 2013; Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 22, 1927 - June 5, 2009

Biography--

Mary Lou Nagle, 81, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died on Friday, June 5, 2009 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Mary Louise Cox was born in Duluth, Minnesota, daughter of Sy and Dorothy Cox. She attended school in Northwood and Enderlin, North Dakota. Mary Lou married Lawrence (Bud) Nagle on November 27, 1946. Bud and Mary Lou owned and operated Nagle Photography Studio together for 35 years in East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

She enjoyed playing the piano as much as her family enjoyed listening. She always enjoyed socializing with old friends and meeting new ones. She was known for her quick wit and loving smile. She had a green thumb and loved a variety of flowers. Her love of animals continued throughout her life. For 25 years Bud and Lou enjoyed there winter months with many of there good friends in Victoria, Texas.

Mary Lou is survived by her daughter, Mary Colleen Fossen, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and son, Brian Nagle, Victoria, Texas; Brothers, Wilson "Bill" (Phyllis) Cox, Fargo, North Dakota, Jack (Betty) Cox of Boulder, CO; Sisters, Catherine (Tom) Marler, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Kathleen (Roger) Beardsley, Moorhead, Minnesota; Grandchildren, Angela(Jeremy) Fossen-Jensen, Erica(Chris) Strandlie, Jenny Nagle, Chris (Shelly) Nagle and Tina Nagle; Nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

She is preceded in death by her husband Bud, Son Timothy and son-in-law Ron Fossen.

Visitation
Monday June 8, 2009, 5 to 7:30 PM at Stennes Funeral Home
With a Prayer Service at 7:30 PM

Burial:
Tuesday June 9, 2009, 10:00 AM at Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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December 28, 1943 - November 11, 2011

Roy Nisbet, age 68, of Erskine, Minnesota, and formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2011 at his home in Erskine, Minnesota.

Roy Herbert Nisbet was born on December 28, 1943 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Herbert and Betty (McVeety) Nisbet. Roy graduated from the Northwest Agriculture School in 1961. He then attended Wahpeton State School of Science and graduated with the Class of 1963.

On September 3, 1966 he was united in marriage to Joan Hanson in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Roy joined the United State Army in 1967 where he served in Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in 1969. Roy worked at Tri Steel in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Roy then began employment with Grand Forks Welding and Machine in 1963 eventually becoming part owner in 1978, retiring in 1999. He worked at Rydell Toy Shop in Grand Forks until the time of this death.

Family members of Roy include his wife Joan of Erskine, Minnesota; 2 children, Karl Nisbet of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Deb (Ben) Sclair of Lakewood, WA; 3 grandchildren, Savannah, Brenna and Jack Sclair; his mother, Betty Nisbet of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; siblings, William (Nancy) Nisbet of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Dori (Jerry) Bertlison of LaCrescent, Minnesota, and Lori (Tom) Breidenbach of Maple Grove, Minnesota; nieces & nephews, David (Ashley) Nisbet, Dan (Chelsey) Nisbet, Lindsay, Aaron and Heather Breidenbach along with Kim Western and Steve Hanson.

Roy is predeceased in death by his father Herbert.

In lieu of flowers the family respectively asks that Memorials be preferred.

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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September 29, 1931 - March 21, 2007

Biography--

Gerald Pinsonneault, 75 of Grand Forks, North Dakota, formerly of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, died Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at 4000 Valley Square-Country Estates, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Gerald Albert Pinsonneault was born on September 29, 1931 in Crookston, Minnesota, the son of Albert and Elizabeth (Abplenalp) Pinsonneault. Gerald grew up in the rural Gentilly, Minnesota, area where he attended grade school. They moved to Crookston, Minnesota, where he continued his education graduating from the Cathedral High School. In 1952 he entered the United States Navy.

On August 11, 1956 he was united in marriage to Carol Maier in Chicago, Illinois. They made their home in Crookston, Minnesota, where he worked for the Mount Saint Benedict and the St. Josephs Academy as a custodian. He worked also for the Polk County Library, where he was the "Bookmobile Driver". They moved to Thief River Falls where he was a Custodian and Chief Boiler Master for the Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls

Family members of Gerald include his wife Carol of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and a daughter, Beth (Robert) Perry of Grand Forks, North Dakota, five grandchildren; Ashley Pinsonneault, Matt Perry, Rachel Perry, Joey Perry and Megan Perry

Gerald is preceded in death by his parents, son, John, sister-in-law, Rosalie Maier

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Viewing:
Friday March 23, 2007, 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Funeral:
Saturday March 24, 2007 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Burial:
Saturday March 24, 2007, In the Spring at St. Peters Catholic Cemetery, Gentilly, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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June 10, 1942 - January 13, 2008

Juanita Puente, 65 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2008 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Juanita Tristan Puente was born on June 10, 1942 in Carrizo Springs, Texas, the daughter of Francisco and Rita (Martinez) Tristan Sr.

Juanita grew up and worked in Texas in her earlier years. On May 20th, 1965 Juanita was united in marriage to Luis Puente Sr.. After her marriage to Luis they moved to IL., and in 1973 they moved back to Texas. In 1984 they moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Loving family members include her husband Luis Puente Sr. of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, children: Sally (Pete) Martinez of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Amelia (Miguel Galvin) Puente of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Puente of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Luis (Irmalinda) Puente Jr. of Ramsay, Minnesota, Linda (William Demontigny) Puente of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 2 brothers: Ruben Tristan of Houston, Texas, Francisco (Jesusa) Tristan of Carrizo Springs, Texas, 4 sisters; Flora (Juan) Cardona of Posen, IL, Estafana Velez of LaFeria, Texas, Estella Tristan of Chicago, IL, Veva Tristan of Houston, Texas, 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Juanita was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Juan Jose Puente; four brothers; and one sister.

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Memorial Service:
Thursday January 17, 2008, 2:oo PM
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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February 1, 1937 - December 30, 2010

Gene Palya, 73, of rural Angus, Minnesota passed away on Thursday December 30, 2010 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Gene John Palya was born on February 1, 1937 in Grand Forks, North Dakota the son of John and Anna (Zipoy) Palya. Gene grew up and attended school in Tabor, Minnesota and then went on and attended the AC College in Crookston, Minnesota. He then began employment at American Crystal Sugar Company in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. on September 7, 1961 he was united in marriage to Pat Spaulding in Tabor, Minnesota. Gene served in the National Guard for 8 years. Gene farmed in Tabor Township and also worked at American Crystal sugar in East Grand Forks, Minnesota for 44 years before retiring in 1990. Gene was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church of Tabor.

He was also a lifetime member of the East Grand Forks American Legion and the Eagles #350. Gene Enjoyed Twins Baseball and watched Target Field Grow in Minneapolis and went in August to a Twins Game. Then every Friday Night he enjoyed the River Cities Speedway.

Loving family members of Gene include his wife Pat of Angus, Minnesota, children, Teri (James) Horgen of Oslo, Minnesota, Tim (Stacy) Palya of Shakopee, Minnesota and Traci Palya of Angus, Minnesota , grandchildren, Joshua (Katherine) Horgen, Eric (Katie) Horgen, Caleb Horgen, Derrick Palya and Allison Palya along with great-grandchildren, Alexis and Samantha Horgen.

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Funeral Service:
Wednesday January 5, 2011, 11:00 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Interment:
Holy Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Tabor, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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August 24, 1922 - June 29, 2012

Biography--

Alice M. Paulson, 89, formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Friday, June 29th, 2012, at her home in Tucson, AZ.

Alice M. Paulson was born in Winnipeg, Canada, on August 24, 1922, the daughter of Sidney and Ernestine Cruse. She grew up there, graduating from St. Boniface Hospital School of Nursing and earning certification as a Registered Nurse in 1946. She married Harold L. Paulson in Winnipeg on November 2, 1948. They lived in Larimore, Fargo, and Grand Forks, N.D., before moving to East Grand Forks in 1953. Alice worked at Deaconess Hospital in Grand Forks as an R.N. until her retirement in 1982. She moved to Tucson in June of 2002.

Survivors are her four children which include: Sidney (Betty) Paulson of Brookings, South Dakota; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers; and one sister.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; one sister and brother.

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Memorial Service:
Friday July 27, 2012, 10:30 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Inurnment:
Friday July 27, 2012 at Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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July 23, 1934 - July 1, 2013

Biography--

Harriet G. Peterson age 78 of Inkster, North Dakota passed away on Monday, July 01, 2013 at her daughter's home in Grand Forks, North Dakota after a courageous battle with cancer.

Harriet Peterson was born on July 23, 1934 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota the daughter of Willard and Eugenia (Trudeau) Guerard. Harriet grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks graduating from Central High School in 1952. On June 7, 1952 she was united in marriage to Raymond Peterson in East Grand Forks. She worked for the Grand Forks School District, Grand Forks Auditorium and for a private childcare. In 1971 they moved to Inkster where they raised hogs for 16 years. Harriet also worked as a private housekeeper and also operated a pheasant farm in Inkster for a number of years. Harriet had a great love for all of her dogs.

Family members of Harriet include her children, Diane (Lenny) Srnsky of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Vicki (Mark) Hanson of Crookston, Minnesota; 8 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pat (Bob) Owens of Ocala, FL and Annie (Larry) Witte of Grand Rapids, Minnesota along with many nieces and nephews.

Harriet was preceded in death by her parents; husband Raymond on June 14, 2009; two sons, Dan Peterson, Ron Peterson and a brother Cecil Guerard.

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Memorial Service:
Friday July 5, 2013, 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Visitation:
Friday July 5, 2013, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 10, 1940 - December 10, 2013

Memorial Service:
Saturday December 14, 2013, 3:00 PM at Dahl Funeral Home

Born: May 10, 1940
Place of Birth: Texas

Death: December 10, 2013
Place of Death: Minnesota

Survived by:

Rosendo (Kim) Robles, Brother
Sylvia Robles, Sister
Connie Sanido, Sister
Janie Duarte, Sister
Charles Lopez, Brother
Angie Lopez, Sister
Ana Williams, Special Niece

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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March 12, 1941 - May 27, 2007

Donald Ostlund, 66, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Center, Crookston, Minnesota.

Donald Clinton Ostlund was born on March 12, 1941 in Greenbush, Minnesota, the son of John and Anna (Myers) Ostlund. Donald grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. On February 18, 1961 Donald married Georgia Cariveau in East Grand Forks. Donald drove truck for Thorson Farms and other area farms and was a self employed Landscaper. Donald retired in 1989. In November of 1998 Georgia passed away.

He is survived by his daughters, Tammy (Tim) Olson, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Brenda (Greg Emanuelson) Bridgeford, Drayton, North Dakota, Lori King, Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Dawn (Wade) Cordts, East Grand Forks, Minnesota; six grandchildren, Jeremy and Matthew Olson, Tonya Bridgeford, Tasha (John) Cash, Cory King and Trinidy Cordts; two great grandchildren, Mackenzie Sannes Olson and Nicklas Cash, ; three brothers, Larry, Fosston, Minnesota, Kenneth, Thief River Falls, Minnesota, and Earl, Argyle, Minnesota; one sister, Lorraine (Gerald) Cullerton, Barefoot Bay, FL; brother-in-law, Kermit Valleen, Isanti, Minnesota; and sister-in-law, Sharon Lund, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; grandson, Baby Boy Ostlund; son-in-law, Tom King; two brothers, Wilfred and Phillip; and two sisters, Bernice and Ione.

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Funeral:
Friday June 1, 2007, 1:00 P.M.
Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Friday June 1, 2007, 1:45 P.M.
Resurrection Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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Born: April 27, 1918
Place of Birth: Fisher, Minnesota

Death: December 26, 2008
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Occupation: Department of Defense Financial Personnel Administrator

Survived By:

Osmund Thorson

Tim & Lucy Bonlie
Matt Farmer

Preceded in Death By:

Owen Olson, Father
Tillie (Rystad) Olson, Mother
Theodore Olson, Brother
Oscar Olson, Brother
Arthur Olson, Brother
Cyrus Olson, Brother
Adelaide Olson, Sister
Irene Perry, Sister

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Funeral Service:
Monday December 29, 2008, 1:00 AM
Valley Square Chapel, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Visitation:
Monday December 29, 2008, 12:00PM - 1:00 PM
Valley Square Chapel, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Burial:
Monday December 29, 2008
Fisher Lutheran Cemetery, Fisher, Minnesota

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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June 4, 1932 - September 18, 2014

Biography--

Jacqueline Palmer, 82, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota died Thursday, September 18, 2014 at the Granite Falls Hospital, Granite Falls, Minnesota.

Jacqueline Palmer was born June 4, 1932 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of John and Grace (Aasland) Hoff. She grew up in East Grand Forks and graduated from East Grand Forks Central High School in 1950. Afterwards, she attended Bethesda School of Nursing in Crookston and worked as an LPN in surrounding healthcare facilities. She was married to Myron Jacobson on November 1, 1953 at Grand Marais Lutheran Church in rural East Grand Forks. In 1984 she was married to Richard Palmer in Las Vegas, NV. She retired from United Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota in 1991.

In her retirement she enjoyed sewing, gardening, and spending time entertaining her family and friends at her home on Lake Eunice.

Jacqueline is survived by children, David Jacobson of Glendale, Arizona, Michael (Lenora) Jacobson, Wishek, North Dakota, Deborah (Jeffrey) Posch, Sacred Heart, Minnesota, Randall (Julie) Jacobson, Rochester, Minnesota, and Patricia (Gregory) Herndon, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, 16 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, siblings, Orris Hoff, of West Covina, CA, Elizabeth (Gordon) York, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Patricia Gustafson, of Jackson, TN, and Paul (Dell) Hoff of Crookston, Minnesota.

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

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Funeral Service:
Wednesday September 24, 2014, 10:00 A.M. at Bethany Lutheran Church

Burial:
Wednesday September 24, 2014, 10:45 AM at Bethany Lutheran Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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May 10, 1941 - August 24, 2007

Gary Ovnan, 66, formally of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, August 24, 2007 in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Gary Ovnan was born on May 10, 1941 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Elmer and Dolores (Bushee) Ovnan. Gary grew up and attended rural school in the Bygland area. He farmed in the Bygland area and then went to work for Burlington Northern Rail Road. Following his retirement from Burlington Northern he worked for Farmers and Ranchers in the Harvey, North Dakota, area.

Family members who survive Gary is his brothers; Dale Ovnan of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Lloyd Ovnan of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Harold (Darlene) Ovnan of Perley, Minnesota, two nieces and one nephew.

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Born: May 10, 1941
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: August 24, 2007
Place of Death: Bismarck, North Dakota

Occupation: Farmer/Rancher

Survivors:

Dale Ovnan, Brother
Lloyd Ovnan, Brother
Harold (Darlene) Ovnan, Brother

Funeral Service:
Thursday August 30, 2007, 2:00 PM at Stennes Funeral Home

Burial:
Thursday August 30, 2007, 3:00 PM at Bygland Lutheran Cemetery

Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/

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