(November 12, 1953 - February 6, 2014)

Steve Douglas Kennedy, 60, of Fertile, Minnesota, died suddenly Thursday, February 6, 2014, at his residence.

He was born on November 12, 1953, to Ralph and June (Pesola) Kennedy at Perham, Minnesota. They moved to Valley City, North Dakota, where he graduated from Valley City High School in 1972. Following his schooling, Steve worked in Spiritwood, North Dakota, near Valley City, in construction for seven years. He managed a video store for three years and worked for Arcoda Manufacturing. Over the years, Steve enjoyed travelling, playing baseball, and hunting with friends and relatives. He moved to Fargo, North Dakota, and worked for Don's Car Wash.

While in Fargo he met Debra Horton and her family. Steve knew that he wanted a family, so they were married on August 24, 1999, at Fargo, North Dakota. They made their home in Fertile, Minnesota, and Steve began working at the Shooting Star Casino, Mahnomen, Minnesota. Steve loved watching sports, especially the Vikings, and the news. He enjoyed a good conversation. Steve's priority was his grandchildren and would call or see one of the grandkids every day. His family, especially his grandchildren meant the world to him.

Steve is survived by his wife, Debra Kennedy, Fertile, Minnesota; step-children: Kisha (Zach) Pederson, Fertile; Chad (Janice) Horton, Jason (Samantha) Horton, and Brandon Horton, all of Fertile; nine grandchildren; siblings: Ronald, TX, Dave, WY, Neil, Fargo, North Dakota, Carol Dean, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Sue Pederson, CA, Jean Schaefer, Minnesota, and Paul, WA; several nephews and nieces.

He is preceded in death by his parents, step-father, Tony Ekert step-son, Aaron, Horton, two brothers, Roger and Mike.

Memorial services will be on Monday, February 10, 2014, in the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation will be one hour before the services at the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

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(May 15, 1925 - July 21, 2012)

Doris Vivian Nesland, 87, of New York Mills, Minnesota, formerly of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away from pneumonia surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 21, 2012.

She was born on June 15, 1925. Doris was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church, Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Doris attended school in Mentor, Minnesota, living about 2 miles south of Mentor, near Maple Lake.

On May 7, 1941, Doris was united in marriage to Eugene Nesland in Crookston, Minnesota. They lived in Mentor and Grand Forks, North Dakota, and in 1943, they moved to Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Over the years they made their home in Mentor, Grand Forks, Thief River Falls, Tucson AZ, Ada, Brooklyn Park and New York Mills. She thoroughly enjoyed homemaking, worked at Sears order office and assisted her husband at Nesland Accounting Service.

She will be remembered for many things including her compassion and love for her family and friends, forever putting other people's needs, interest or wishes before her own. She served as den mother to Cub Scouts and in various church roles. Her creativity and love of beauty was evident as she entertained grandchildren, in her craft making, in reading and in music. She enjoyed telling of her love for her husband of 71 years. "We are as much in love today as the day we were married." She was encouraging and kind with deep faith in Jesus, often expressing her eagerness to be in heaven with her Savior.

Doris is survived by her husband, Eugene, New York Mills, Minnesota; children: Carol (Francis) Rogers, Bemidji, Minnesota; Jerry (Geraldine) Nesland, Ottertail, Minnesota; Cindy (John) Schlenk, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota; 9 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Hazel (Sykes) Boyum.

Visitation will be Friday, July 27 in Fertile, Minnesota, at the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service at 6 p.m.

Funeral service will be in Mentor, Minnesota, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Bethel Bible Church, visitation one hour prior to the service.

Interment at Rosehill cemetery, rural Mentor, Minnesota.

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(September 8, 1919 - April 29, 2010)

Blanche Emma (Kingsboro) Moen, 90, of Crookston, Minnesota, formerly of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at the Riverview Care Center, Crookston, Minnesota.

Blanche Emma Kingsboro, the daughter Mark and Elsie (Lutt) Kingsboro was born September 8, 1919, Bixby, Minnesota. She was a 1936 graduate of the Rose Creek, Minnesota, Consolidated School, graduated from the Teacher Training Course, Austin, Minnesota, and then from Mankato State Teacher's College in 1941. She taught elementary schools at a rural school district in Freeborn County, Minnesota, and in the Canton, Madelia, Rose Creek, and Grand Meadow Minnesota, public schools. During the summer months she was employed by the State Bank of Rose Creek, First National Bank of Austin, and in the lab at Mercy Hospital, Mason City, Iowa.

In August 1943, Blanche married Lloyd C. Erickson of Marshall, Minnesota, who passed away in February 1945. On December 26, 1948, she was united in marriage to Oliver Howard Moen of Fertile, Minnesota. The couple made their home on the Moen Century Farm for over 55 years. Oliver passed away July 29, 2004, and Blanche moved to Oak Court Apartment in Crookston, Minnesota. She entered the Riverview Care Center on November 20, 2008.

Blanche was a substitute and Title 1 teacher for several years in the 1960's in the Fertile-Beltrami School. She was active as a Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher for many years at the Varnes Lutheran Church. She also was Ladies Aid treasurer for many years at the Varnes Lutheran Church and later at the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church. Blanche also taught beginner's piano lessons, was active in the Liberty Homemakers Club holding various offices over the years, and served for four years on the Women's Division Council of the Red River Valley Winter Shows.

Grateful for sharing her life is her daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Rick Herbel, Lemmon, SD; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren: Dellas and his wife, Lorie and their children, Micah, Macrina, and Anastasia, Fargo, North Dakota; Derick and his wife, Terri, and their children, Jaiden and Jaxson, Dickinson, North Dakota, and Deanna Megan and her son, Jacob, Dickinson, North Dakota; several nephews, nieces and cousins. Preceding her in death were her parents, husbands, Lloyd and Oliver, one brother, Hubert, two sisters, Lucille (Clifford ) Nemitz and Vera (Paul) Hubek, two brothers in infancy, and one niece, Janice Nemitz (Howard) Luick.

Funeral services will be 10:30 am, Tuesday, May 4, 2010 Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota,

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(February 26, 1932 - March 3, 2012)

Dorothy Jean Mjelde, 80, of Hallock, Minnesota, formerly of Beltrami, Minnesota, died in the Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center, Hallock, Saturday, March 3, 2012.

She was born on February 26, 1932, at home in Shelly, Minnesota, to Arnold and Gladys Grosfield. Dorothy was baptized on May 1, 1932 and, later, confirmed into the Lutheran Faith at Shelly-Marsh River Lutheran Church, Shelly. She attended grade school at Shelly, and High School in Climax, Minnesota. While in school she worked at Gilmer's Cafe and also with her father on the coal truck, making deliveries to homes and businesses for heat.

On November 18, 1948, Dorothy was united in marriage to Curtis Mjelde at Shelly. They made their home in Beltrami, Minnesota, where they raised their four boys: Steven, Tom, Joe and Jim. Over the years, Dorothy worked for the Beltrami School as a secretary, Fair Meadow Nursing Home as a secretary, a Plumbing and Heating Co as a secretary, and as a sub postal clerk at the Beltrami Post Office for many years. Curtis died in October 25, 2002. Dorothy continued to live in Beltrami until 2007, when she moved to assisted living in Karlstad, Minnesota.

She moved to Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center, Hallock, as her health declined. Being particular about her gardens and yard, brought Dorothy a lot of satisfaction. She would spend hours outside in the summer months pulling weeds, raking leaves, and cleaning the flower beds. These efforts were blessed with beautiful flowers. "Junk Shopping" with Curtis was enjoyable. (Curtis sat and watch people while Dorothy shopped for stuff they didn't need, affectionately called "Junk Shopping" by Curtis.) Grocery shopping was fun as Dorothy and Curtis stocked up on all kinds of necessities -- their basement reflected the image of a small grocery store -- and Dorothy made tremendous meals for her family from her stockpile. Playing Whist with her sister, Betty Ann and brother-in-law, Wally, was a great past time. Dorothy loved and was devoted to her family.

Dorothy is survived by four sons: Steve, Grand Forks, North Dakota; Tom (Pat), Newfolden, Minnesota; Joe (Becky), Castro Valley, CA; and Jim (Julie), Omaha, NE; 10 grandchildren: Denae, Tricia, Nicole, Eric, Shane, Ryan, Tiffany, Sara, and Kaley; 13 great-grandchildren: Shelby, Brady, Parker, Olivia, Evy, Collin, Jadyn, Kyllan, Cole, Madison, Hudson Shane Jr, Dominic and Trevor.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Curtis, grandson, Jeremy David Mjelde, great-granddaughter, Emma Jean Bayne, one sister, Glo, two brothers, Clayton and Bill. Dorothy

Funeral services will be on Thursday, March 8, 2012, at 11 am in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Beltrami, Minnesota. Visitation will be in Wednesday, March 7, 2012, from 5-7 pm with a prayer service 6 pm in the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota. Burial Fairview Cemetery, Beltrami, Minnesota.

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(January 10, 1913 - December 20, 2010)

Ella Maltrud, 97, Rindal, Minnesota, died on Monday, December 20, 2010, at Pioneer Memorial Care Center, Erskine, Minnesota.

Ella Marie (Turnbom) Maltrud and her twin brother Elmer Martin, were born on January 10, 1913, to Alfred and Ida (Fengestad) Turnbom, at their home in Garden Township, near Rindal, Minnesota. Ella was baptized and confirmed at Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal. She grew up on the family farm and attended Riverside Rural School District #100. In 1927, Ella enrolled at Fertile High School, graduating in 1932, as salutatorian of her class. Following graduation, she worked with her father at the Rindal Meat Market and Coffee Shop for several years.

She was united in marriage to Clarence Maltrud in April of 1944, at the Faaberg Lutheran Church parsonage, Rindal. Clarence rebuilt his Model A Ford, put four new tires on it and together they drove to Seattle, WA, to work at Boeings in the defense plant. About two years later, the Model A Ford brought them back to Rindal. They bought a small farm north of Rindal and together remodeled their home, making it cozy. In the early 1960's, they managed the Rindal Co-op Store. They lived here for many years.

Ella and Clarence were active members of Faaberg Lutheran Church, where Ella was involved with ladies aid, circle and quilting. Ella had many hobbies, but she excelled at woodworking. She built ornate objects and toys, as well as practical pieces to use around the house. Ella loved animals of all kinds, especially dogs, cats, and birds. Clarence passed away and Ella continued to live on the farm until moving to the Northwest Apartments in 1996 in Fertile. She entered the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, in December of 2004, moving to Pioneer Memorial Care Center in 2009.

Ella is survived by one sister-in-law, Eunice Turnbom, Fertile, Minnesota; one nephew, Dennis (Janet) Ofstedal, Eagan, Minnesota; two nieces, Mary Ellen (Dean) Salveson, Erskine, Minnesota, and Marlys (Kenneth) Hay, Harwood, North Dakota; four great nieces and nephews; as well as many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Arnold and Elmer, and one sister, Agnes Ofstedal, and one great nephew, Tim Hay.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2011, at 11 AM at the Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal, Minnesota. Visitation will be one hour before the services. Burial will be at Faaberg Lutheran Cemetery, Rindal, Minnesota.

Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota, 218 945 6141 www.eriksonvikfh.com

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November 30, 1924 - June 16, 2010)

Walter L. Lutnes, 85, Erskine, Minnesota, died Wednesday, June 16, 2010, in Pioneer Memorial Care Center, Erskine.

Walter was born November 30, 1924, on the home farm, near Fertile, Minnesota. His parents were Arthur and Oline Lutnes. He attended #114 Lake Region country school near Fertile, before starting to farm with his uncles. Walter was united in marriage to Helen Grega on November 5, 1962, at Tabor, Minnesota. They lived near Erskine and he was a member of Union Lake Free Lutheran Church. He had also worked for American Crystal Sugar in Crookston, Minnesota, and for Erskine Manufacturing. He continued farming and also raised cattle and hogs. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and visiting with friends.

Walter is survived by his wife, Helen, of rural Erskine, Minnesota, one daughter, Jane Hole, rural Winger, Minnesota, three half-brothers, Vernon Lutnes and Gerald (Iola) Lutnes, both of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Lanny (Paula) Martin, Pembina, North Dakota, one half sister, Joan (Brad) Jones, Sherwood Park, Alberta, two granddaughters and one great grandson: Larissa (Jason Awender) Hole, and their son, Breylan, of rural Gary, Minnesota, and Teanna Hole, Winger, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his half sister, Bea, and his son-in-law, Jeffrey Hole.

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Funeral Service: Thursday, June 24, 2010, at Union Lake Free Lutheran Church, rural Winger, Minnesota.

Visitation: Wednesday at Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial: Union Lake Free Lutheran Cemetery. Arrangements with Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota, (218-945-6141)

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(April 20, 1938 - October 6, 2014)

Roger James Michaels, 76, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on October 6, 2014, at his residence.

He was born on April 20, 1938, to Rudolph and Esther (Ingebritgtson) Michaels in rural Fertile, Minnesota. He was baptized at the Hafslo Lutheran Church, near Harold Station, and was later confirmed at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, rural Fertile. Roger attended Woodland Nook Country School near his home. Following his schooling, Roger worked with his family on the farm. He did farm labor for Leo Lindberg in rural Fertile. In the early, 1970's, he moved to Farmington, Minnesota, and worked with Public Services for the city.

Roger was united in marriage to Geraldine Bellecourt on June 8, 1985 at Farmington. He worked with the city until retiring and moved to the Fertile area in the early 1990's. Roger lived on Maple Lake for a few years before moving to Fertile.

Roger is survived by two brothers: Walter (LouAnn), Farmington, Minnesota, and August (Nancy), Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; one sister, Muriel Briggs, Thief River Falls, Minnesota; one sister-in-law, Doris Michaels, Fertile, Minnesota; and several nephew and nieces.

He was preceded in death by parents, brothers, Edmund and Arthur, and three sisters: Caroline Christianson, Augusta Gudvangen, and Adeline Gudvangen.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2014, at 11 AM at the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation will be one hour before the services in the funeral home. Burial will be in the Our Saviors Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

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(December 21, 1926 - January 7, 2015)

Clarice Lindberg-Aagenes, 88, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota. Clarice Angeline Gunderson was born in Fosston, Minnesota, to Carl and Alice (Johnson) Gunderson on December 21, 1926. They lived east of Bejou, Minnesota, before her parents bought a farm near Fosston (Clarice's brother, Walter, still lives there today). Clarice graduated from the Fosston High School in 1946, and she began working at the Fosston Hospital.

On June 5, 1948, Clarice was united in marriage to Raymond Lindberg. They lived in Fertile, Minnesota, where their son, Wayne, was born. As a family they moved to a farm northeast of Fertile -- Ray was a partner with his brother, Leo, in a hay business. They attended St. John's Lutheran Church, south of Fertile, where Clarice was active as a Sunday School Teacher and in her circle.

In 1983, Ray passed away of a sudden heart attack. She had a second chance at love when she met Don Aagenes and they were married on June 18, 1994. They enjoyed dancing, cross country skiing, eating out, and volunteering, especially with the Meals on Wheels, Concordia Lutheran Church, St. John's Lutheran Church and the Agassiz Sand Hill Nature Center. In 2013, Clarice and Don moved to Summerfield Apartments, Fertile, and, later, Clarice moved to Fair Meadow Nursing Home in 2014.

Clarice loved being a wife and mother. She loved everything about family and homemaking. Baking, cooking, cleaning, gardening, canning and serving her family came naturally to her. Traveling around the country, with her friends and family developed treasured memories for her

Clarice is survived by her husband, Donald, Fertile; one son, Wayne (Janis) Lindberg, Minnetonka, Minnesota; step-children: David (Patricia) Aagenes, Britt, Minnesota, and Vickie Parise, Eveleth, Minnesota; one brother: Walter Gunderson, Fosston, Minnesota; one sister-in-law, Gladys Lindberg, Fertile; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; several nephews, nieces, and cousins. She is preceded by her parents and husband, Raymond.

Funeral services are planned for Tuesday, January 13, 2014 at 11 am, Visitation beginning at 10 am, at the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

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(March 12, 1959 - October 4, 2014)

Sharon Janeen Michaels, 55, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, died on Saturday, October 4, 2014, at her residence.

She was born March 12, 1959, to Edmund and Doris (Gudvangen) Michaels, at Crookston, Minnesota. Sharon was baptized at Hitterdal Lutheran Church, Maple Bay, Minnesota. She was later confirmed at Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile. Sharon graduated from Fertile High School in 1977. She went to college, attending Bethany Lutheran College at Mankato, Minnesota, and finishing at Fergus Falls Community College, Fergus Falls, Minnesota, with a medical secretary degree. Sharon began working in the Twin Cities as medical secretary in coding for several medical facilities. Sharon was united in marriage to Ken Kramer in1984 at Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile. She was again married to Ron Temp in 1992 at Shakopee, Minnesota.

In 1999, she moved to Beltrami where she worked at Altru Clinic in Crookston. In 2001 she moved to Grand Forks where she attended UND taking classes in social work while working part time at Walmart. Over the years Sharon touched many lives by volunteering at the Northland Rescue Mission. She was recently employed with Lutheran Social Services in Grand Forks. Sharon enjoyed drawing and was very good at it. Her caring nature and kind spirit was reflected in all she did. Most important to Sharon was time with her family.

Sharon is survived by her son, Tharone Kramer of Grand Forks; mother Doris Michaels, Fertile; sister-in-law: Kathy Michaels, Mentor, Minnesota; nieces, Amy (Chris) Motteberg, Fertile, Kari (Josh) Bolstad, Fertile, and Heidi Michaels, Climax, Minnesota; grand nieces and nephew: Emily and Tessa Motteberg and Tucker, Ella and Brynn Bolstad all of Fertile; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her dad Edmund, one brother, Wesley Michaels (2010), maternal and paternal grandparents and several uncles and aunts.

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Funeral Service: Thursday, October 9, 2014, at Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial: Our Savior Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

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(December 27, 1939 - February 5, 2012)

Dennis Wayne Lindberg, 72, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Sunday, February 5, 2012, at the Riverview Care Center, Crookston, Minnesota.

Dennis was born December 27, 1939 on the farm in Bear Park Township, Polk County, to Marvin and Marie (Tweeten) Lindberg. He attended country school, and graduated from Fertile High School in 1957, and was active in 4-H. Because his father died and Dennis needed to assist with the farm, he was only able to attend North DakotaSU in Fargo, North Dakota, for one year On December 25, 1960, Dennis was united in marriage to Janice Stromstad at Scandia Lutheran Church, rural Beltrami. They adopted three children, Ross, Troy, and Dawn, and raised them on the farm in rural Fertile. Dennis and his family were involved in agriculture all his life. He raised cows and pigs when he was young.

Dennis worked at American Crystal Sugar Company in the winter when he first started farming. He grew wheat, barley, soybeans, sunflowers, and flax. He raised Foundation, Certified, and Registered seed. As the farm operation grew, he started Lakeland Seeds, Inc to clean seed for his own use and for re-sale. This seed plant handled soybeans, sunflowers, and small grains, and was the first seed plant in the area to sell bulk seed.

After he stopped farming, he ran a honey bee operation with his son Ross. They produced bulk honey and provided pollination services in California. Dennis was also was involved in several home building, construction, and landscape projects around the Fertile area. Dennis liked working and being very active with many activities including working on the farm, fishing, and landscape design. He enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors, and was known to spend many hours on the phone talking with people. Dennis faced multiple health complications the latter part of his life. He had strong determination to overcome these challenges, and fought them for many years.

Dennis is survived by Janice Lindberg, Hutchinson, Minnesota; two sons, Ross Lindberg, Williston, North Dakota, Troy (Lizabeth) Fertile; and one daughter, Dawn Lindberg, St. Paul, Minnesota; grandchildren Amy Page, Lisa Berscheid, Dawn Cordova, Jordan Lindberg, Hunter Lindberg, Brekken Lindberg, and Elliana Lindberg; one sister, Marion (Arlen) Wang, Desoto, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family would like to thank Dr. Levitt and the staff at the Roger Maris Cancer Cener in Fargo, the staff at Riverview Healthcare in Crookston, and the staff @ Altru in Crookston for the excellent care they provided. We would also like to thank Dad's friends for all their support, and visits.

Memorial services will be on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at 10:30 am in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota. Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota, www.eriksonvikfh.com

Pallbearers: Vernon Nelson, Omar Helgeson, Roger Raaen, Russell Wilson, Matt Sirjord, Mervin Sirjord, Butch Olson, and Jim Grandin

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(September 14, 1922 - November 15, 2010)

Orvis Nolte, 88, formerly of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Monday, November 15, 2010 at Sheyenne Crossings Care Center in West Fargo, North Dakota.

Orvis was born on September 14, 1922, to Henry and Jenny (Dieters) Nolte. He grew up and attended Fertile High School, graduating in 1940. He continued his education at Northwest School of Agriculture in Crookston, Minnesota.

On February 14, 1946, Orvis married Verna Gullickson at the Concordia Lutheran parsonage in Fertile. They moved to Liberty Township where they farmed. In 1960, they moved to Fertile living there until 1993, when they moved to Moorhead, Minnesota. On February 14, 2002, Orvis and Verna celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary. Verna died February 20, 2002.

Orvis was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church and served on the church council. He was active in the Fertile community serving on the Fertile School Board, Beltrami Elevator Board and Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Orvis was an avid gardener and could make anything grow. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and ice fishing.

Orvis is survived by three children: Douglas Ray (Marty), Fertile, Minnesota; Cathy Louise Robert) Franck, Ashby, Minnesota; Marsha Janine Stellrecht, Moorhead, Minnesota; 12 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, one brother, Clayton Nolte, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Verna, 2 sons, Craig and Greg, one grandson, Gabriel Stellrecht, 3 brothers, Walter, Norman, Donald, 2 sisters, Elenore and Ethel.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am on Friday, November 19, 2010, at Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, with visitation one hour before the services. Burial will be at Concordia Lutheran Cemetery.

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(January 3, 1981 - May 1, 2010)

David W. Kurz, 29, of Crookston, Minnesota, died Saturday, May 1 2010, near Ashland, WI, of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

David Wallace Kurz was born January 3, 1981, at Crookston, the son of David and Jan Kurz. He attended school in Fertile, Minnesota, and Climax, Minnesota, before graduating from Climax High School. He was active in school and participated in wrestling and football. He had worked for Randy Gast during high school. He had also worked for area farmers including, Dale Hoff, Darly Larson, Brian Borge, and also Dahlgren's. He was currently working in Wisconsin installing fiber optic cable.

David was united in marriage to Carrie Munn on June 28, 2003. While in school, David loved wrestling and playing football. David loved the great outdoors. David love to spend time with family and friends hunting and fishing. Fall deer hunting was always a highlight for David.

David's children will have many special memories of their family camping trips together. David developed into a reliable and hard working man. His children were his pride and joy. David will be deeply missed by family and friends.

David is survived by his children, Dallas Wallace, Ada, Minnesota, Lindsey and Mariah Kurz, Climax, Minnesota, his mother, Jan Kurz (Ralph Menke) Beltrami, Minnesota, his father David Kurz, Warren, Minnesota, brothers, Mike Razmyslowski, Fosston, Minnesota, Ray (Sheila) Razmyslowski, Climax, Minnesota, Robin Razmyslowski, Moose Lake, Minnesota, David Joe Razmyslowski, Fertile, Minnesota, and Frank Kurz, Fargo, North Dakota, his nieces, Shanel Finke, Christina Koolz, Brianna Razmyslowski, Kylie Hoglund, Ashley Finke, and nephews, Scott Razmyslowski, Dustin Klooz, Logen Kurz, two great nephews, Jakody Lewis and Landon Klooz, and his many friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Maggie and Arthur Begley, Ruth and Frank Kurz, and an aunt, Ruth Bohach. David is also remembered by special people, Lola & Gene Dudgeon, Keith & Alice Simon, and Terry Horgeshimer, who was like a second Mom.

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Funeral Service: 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Resurrection Free Lutheran Church, Beltrami, Minnesota. Visitation: Friday with a prayer service at Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota. Burial: Fairview Cemetery, Beltrami, Minnesota.

Arrangements Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota, (218-945-6141) www.eriksonvikfh.com

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(July 12, 1950 - August 7, 2012)

Kent Mjelde, 62, rural Erskine, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, August 7, 2012, at Riverview Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota.

Kent Anthony Mjelde was born July 12, 1950, to Ira and Marjorie (Ophus) Mjelde in Crookston. The family moved to Moorhead, Minnesota, where Kent attended Moorhead public schools and Hillcrest Lutheran Academy in Fergus Falls. He graduated from Moorhead High School in 1968. After graduation Kent attended and studied social work at UND, in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Kent spent most of his years in the construction trade, the last several years at Opp Construction in Grand Forks. Kent and Deb Iverson were married on December 27, 2002, at Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine, Minnesota.

Kent enjoyed his hobbies including crochet tournaments and being a Scrabble master and champion. He had a creative vision for working with building materials. He was a connoisseur of French press coffee, and had an eagle eye for spotting local diners. Kent was an avid reader, and he enjoyed contemporary Christian music. He attended Expo '72 in Texas, which encouraged his Christian walk and quiet one-on-one ministry.

Kent is survived by the love of his life, Deb Mjelde, Erskine, Minnesota; her children, Kathryn (Michael) Mavis, Des Moines, IA; Tracy Mottram, Des Moines, IA; Brett Pederson, Red Wing, Minnesota; granddaughter, Stella Neve, grandson, Josiah Scott; his parents, Ira and Marjorie Mjelde, Erskine, Minnesota; sisters, Jan Wader, Pasadena, CA; Beth Mjelde, Maple Bay, Minnesota; Dawn (Eric) Jones, Glendora, CA; a brother, Mark Mjelde, Minnetrista, Minnesota; brother-in-law, David Wader, Altadena, CA; nephew, Joshua (Andrea) Wader, niece, Anna Wader, great niece, Karli Grace Wader, all from Altadena, CA; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Also left to survive are brothers, Joe and Ryan Mountain, Grand Forks, North Dakota, who Kent helped mentor and who fondly referred to him as "Dad." Kent was preceded in death by his grandparents, Norman and Marie Mjelde and Harry and Anne Ophus.

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Funeral service: Monday, August 13, 2012 in Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine, Minnesota.

Burial: Rodnes Lutheran Cemetery, rural Erskine, Minnesota.

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(April 29, 1934 - May 29, 2011)

Duaine Stanley Knutson, 77, of Halstad, Minnesota, died Sunday, May 29, 2011, at Hillsboro (ND) Medical Center.

Duaine was born April 29, 1934, at home in Nielsville, Minnesota, to John and Mabel (Iverson) Knutson. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Petri Lutheran Church, Nielsville. Duane graduated from Climax (MN) High School in 1952. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1958 and was stationed in Alaska.

Duaine married Rose Pelerine Mickelson on December 9, 1962, in Bemidji, Minnesota. They and their 4 children owned and operated a cafe in Shelly, Minnesota, for five years. Duane attended refrigeration school in Moorhead, Minnesota, and opened his own business, Duane and Son Refrigeration and Appliance, in Halstad. He enjoyed his work and getting to know people in the surrounding communities. Weekends were his favorite time, spending time at Shell Lake, fishing for walleye on their pontoon with friends and family, and meeting new friends from around the country. He was a member of the Moorhead American Legion Post #21, Fargo Moose Lodge, and Halstad City Council. Duaine entered the Halstad Living Center in 2003.

Duaine is survived by two daughters, Denise (Bruce) Hagen, Air, North Dakota, and Darcy (Jon) Kragness, Farmington, Minnesota, step children, Maureen Sharpe, Grand Forks, North Dakota, Kathy Mickelson, Mesa, AZ, Ken (Kathy) Mickelson, Halstad, Minnesota, Robert (Ivy) Mickelson, Dent, Minnesota, 11 grandchildren: Mylee Lavold, Marci Lavold, Shane Sharpe, Kelly Sharpe, Brant Mickelson, Brandon Mickelson, Brandon Bosch, Lucy Hagen, Jack Hagen, Jonah Kragness, Kate Kragness, 6 great grandchildren: Abby Sharpe, Matt Sharpe, Jesse Little, Sydney Schertzer, Gavin Nelson, and Aiden Nelson, two sisters, Mavis (Vernon) Haugstad, Cummings, North Dakota, and Sonja (Paul) Beltz, Moorhead, Minnesota, and one brother, John (Sharon) Knutson, Moorhead, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by Rose Knutson, his parents, two sisters, Beverly Martinson and Joanne Haugen, one grandson, and two brothers-in-law.

Memorial Service: 1:00pm, Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Fredrikson Valley Funeral Home, Halstad, Minnesota

Visitation: Thursday from 12 noon until the service time at the funeral home.

Burial: St. Petri Lutheran Cemetery, rural Nielsville, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(August 19, 1917 - September 19, 2011)

Opal Bernice Lambrix, 94, of Crookston, Minnesota, died on Monday, September 19, 2011, at the Villa St. Vincent Living Center, Crookston.

She was born in Woodside Township, rural Fertile, Minnesota, to Iver and Betsy (Nesheim) Bergum on August 19, 1917. She attended Woodside Township Country School near her home. Following her schooling, Opal did babysitting and domestic services for area farm families. At the age of 17, she moved to Duluth, Minnesota, while living with family, she worked making $4.00 per week. Opal came home and in 1938, moved to Detroit, MI, being employed as a housekeeper. She applied at Hudson-Dayton and received a job.

On December 28, 1940, Opal was united in marriage to Fred Lambrix at St. Allowishes Catholic Church in Detroit. They owned and operated a party store in South Rockwood, Michigan, until 1978. They retired to Maple Bay, Minnesota, living on Maple Lake in the summers and in Pharr, Texas, during the winters. In 1998, they moved to Crookston, and Fred died in 2000. Being genuinely friendly, and a bit a of "live wire", Opal was a joy to be with. She took a sincere interest in those around her. Opal loved flowers, card and board games. Her heritage in the Woodside Township was precious and dear to her heart, as was her family. May God Bless the Memory of Opal Lambrix.

Opal is survived by two sons, David (Cindy), Charles Town, WV and George (Gayle), Carleton, MI; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; one sister, Leah Friebohle, Crookston; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Those who preceded her in death are her parents, husband, brothers: Joe, Clarence, Leonard, Rueben and David; sisters: Mabel Rosten, Selma Rosten, Inga Mesedahl, Gertrude Pederson, Buelah Roed, Mildred Duckstad, and four infant siblings.

Funeral services will be at 10 am Friday, September 23, 2011, in the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation will be in on Thursday, September 22, 2011, from 5-7 pm with a prayer service at 6:30 pm at the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(June 2, 1923 - November 1, 2013)

Margaret Agnes Nephew, 90, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Friday, November 1, 2013, at the Riverview Health Care Center, Crookston, Minnesota.

She was born on June 2, 1923, to William and Mary (Spieker) Brennan on the home farm near Lakeville, Minnesota. Margaret graduated from the Lakeville High School in 1941 and attended Business College. She began working in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she met Pat, her future husband's sister. Pat introduced Margaret to Arnold and a wedding was planned.

On September 9, 1947, Margaret was united in marriage to Arnold Nephew at Lakeville Minnesota. Following their wedding, they moved back to Fertile. Initially, Margaret stayed home and raised the children. As time moved on she worked for Ramberg Gas and Oil and Erickson Oil as a bookkeeper. Margaret also volunteered as the bookkeeper for St. Joseph Catholic Church for many years. Arnold died on December 13, 2005 and her son, Arnold Jr, died three days later on December 16, 2005. Margaret loved her home and was able to live there until her final days.

Coffee and treats awaited anyone who stopped by Margaret's home. Many friends gathered at her home to talk and share coffee and baked goods. Margaret was known for the tremendous amount of walking she did for both work and on errands around town. She enjoyed baking, canning, and gardening flowers but she had a spe cial place in her heart for all the dogs her children brought to the house. Margaret was proud of her Irish heritage, but she adapted well to Fertile and her Norwegian relatives and actually came to relish Lutefisk and Lefse. Margaret was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. May God bless her memory.

Margaret is survived by two sons: Robert (Mary), Erskine, Minnesota; and Timothy (Jane), Moorhead, Minnesota; two daughters: Joan Nephew, Dayton, Minnesota; and Patricia Mack, Minneapolis, Minnesota; one daughter-in-law, Terri Nephew, Dallas, TX; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Therese McDonough, Fargo, North Dakota; four sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, and several nephews and nieces. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Arnold, one son, Arnold Jr, one brother, John R. "Bud" Brennan and one sister, Eileen Brennan.

Funeral services will be 11 AM Monday, November 4 , 2013, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Fertile, Minnesota. Visitation will be on Sunday, November 3, 2013, from 5-7 PM with a prayer service at 7 PM in the St Joseph Catholic Church, Fertile, Minnesota. Burial will be in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota. Fr. Joe Richards, Celebrant. Pallbearers: All of Margaret's Grandchildren.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(May 18, 1954 - February 8, 2013)

Regina Ann Larson, 58, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Friday, February 8, 2013, near her home.

She was born on May 18, 1954, to Harold and Ruth (Ofstedal) Larson in Crookston, Minnesota. Regina was baptized and confirmed at Little Norway Lutheran Church, rural Fertile. She graduated from Fertile-Beltrami High School in 1972, and studied Criminal Justice at Moorhead State University, Moorhead, Minnesota, graduating in 1976. Regina worked as a Probation Officer in Norman County until 1980, when she began studying at Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota. She graduated in 1983, and practiced law in St. Paul, Minnesota. Regina returned to Ada, Minnesota, in 1985, practicing law at Hellerud and Larson Law Office.

On February 25, 1986, Regina was united in marriage to Mark Hellerud at Perley, Minnesota. She continued to practice law until the present. Regina was active in the Norman County D.F.L. Party, where she contributed her time, effort and expertise to their work. Regina also worked with the Economic Development Authority in Ada, served as a director of the Day Activity Center in Ada in the 1980's and was a panel attorney for Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota. As an animal lover, Regina had dogs, cats and horses, as well as various wild animals she befriended. Travelling in the United States, Caribbean and Central America broadened her appreciation for the world we live in. Also, because of her travels in Central America, she was inspired to sponsor young children in need of help for many years. Regina's kind and loving spirit endeared her to many. Love of family and her history was Regina's greatest joy.

Regina is survived by her parents, Harold and Ruth Larson, Fertile, Minnesota; three sisters: Virginia (Deane) Radke, Fertile, Minnesota; Linda (David) Black, Fertile, Minnesota; Jeanette Larson (Terry Haltiner), St. Paul, Minnesota; one brother, Harold Jr. (Sherry) Larson, Sioux Falls, SD; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces.

Donations are preferred to the Polk County Humane Society, Crookston, Minnesota.

Memorial services will be on Saturday, February 16, 2013, 10:30 am at Little Norway Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Direction to Little Norway Lutheran Church--Hwy 32 (North Side of Fertile) to County Road 12 East, about 2.5 miles, church on the northside of the road.

Visitation will be on Friday, February 15, 2013, from 5-7 pm with a prayer service at 6:30 pm at Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Officiating Pastors: Phil Larsen and Pastor Dan Morton

Inurnment Little Norway Lutheran Cemetery Fertile, Minnesota, (at a later date)

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(April 4, 1923 - November 15, 2011)

Cliff Krogstad, 88, Fertile, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 15, 2011, at Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Clifford Woodrow "Cliff" Krogstad, 88, Fertile, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 15, 2011, at Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota. He was born on April 4, 1923, on a farm near Rindal, Minnesota, to Richard and Anna (Noto) Krogstad. He attended rural school near his home and graduated from the Fertile-Beltrami High School in 1941.

On June 5, 1949, Cliff was united in marriage to Jean Ystenes at Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal. Cliff farmed with his father and brother, Art, all his life. In the early 1960's, Cliff began his dairy operation, building a "state of the art" milk parlor. He continued to operate the dairy farm until the late 1980's, when he switched to beef cattle. Cliff suffered a stroke that forced him to retire from farming in 1997.

As a member of Faaberg Lutheran Church, Cliff expressed his personal and public faith in Jesus as an active and vibrant member of the church. He enjoyed joking and laughing, especially with family. Cliff had a gentle and tender spirit that revealed itself in the love he had for his family, in particular, his wife, Jean.

Cliff is survived by his wife, Jean, Rindal; six children, 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren: Don and his wife, Robin and their children: Jolyne and Paula, Kalispell, MT; Gloria Halland and her husband, Bruce and their children: Amber Bibelheimer and her husband, Mike and Ashley, Fargo, North Dakota; Darlene Nephew and her husband, Dennis, and their children: Jeremy Wesley and his wife, Tracy and Chris, Moorhead, Minnesota; Rick and his wife, Vicki, and their children: Erin Thompson and her husband, Andrew, and their children: Isaac, Amelia, and Ava, Amy Andersen and her husband, Nate, and their children: Maggie and Grant, Fertile; Karen Schott and her husband, Jim, and their daughter, Jamie, Fargo, North Dakota; Dennis and his wife, Lynn, and their children: Nathan, Nick, and Luke, Savage, Minnesota; one sister, Doris Swenson, Lindsborg, KS; and nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers: Earl and Art.

Funeral Services will be 11:00am, Saturday, November 19, 2011, at Faaberg Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be at Faaberg Lutheran Cemetery.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(September 1, 1989 - November 15, 2014)

Blake Larson, 25, Nielsville, Minnesota, died Saturday November 15, 2014, near Shelly, Minnesota, from injuries in a hunting accident.

Blake Alan Larson was born September 1, 1989 to Beth (Anderson) Gilbertson and Dale Larson in Bemidji, Minnesota. Blake was baptized and confirmed at the Shelly Marsh River Lutheran Church in Shelly, Minnesota. Blake attended Norman County West Schools, graduating in 2008. He participated in basketball, football, FFA and band. Blake also attended Northwest Technical College in Bemidji, studying auto mechanics. He worked for Engelstad Farms throughout high school and continued to do so after college, making his home in Nielsville.

Blake was united in marriage to Ashley Gitz of Shevlin, Minnesota, on September 15, 2012. They made their home near Nielsville. Blake enjoyed snowmobiling, working on his trucks, four wheeling, listening to music, driving tractor and working on the farm. He also enjoyed spending time with his nephew, Bentley, doing "guy stuff." He was a skilled mechanic and enjoyed getting dirty while repairing equipment, and working on his 1985 Chevy Silverado.

Blake is survived by his wife, Ashley, Nielsville, Minnesota; mother, Beth (Todd) Gilbertson, Shelly, Minnesota; father Dale (Shelly) Larson, Fromberd, MT; sister, Sarah (Larry Fuder) Larson, Moorhead, Minnesota; Grandparents, Harold and Doris Anderson, Bagley, Minnesota; Kathleen Larson, Trail, Minnesota; mother and father-in-law, David and Jolene Gitz, Shevlin, Minnesota, brother-in-law, Brent Gitz, Shevlin, Minnesota; his nephew, Bentley, nieces, Ellie and Rylee, several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ernest Larson.

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Funeral: Friday, November 21, 2014, Shelly Marsh River Lutheran Church, Shelly, Minnesota.

Visitation: Thursday, November 20th from 5-7 p.m., with a prayer service at Fredrikson Valley Funeral Home, Halstad, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(October 15, 1923 - March 26, 2010)

Jennie E. Lee, 86, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Friday, March 26, 2010, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Jennie Elizabeth Lind was born October 15, 1923, to John and Elizabeth (Fristrom) Lind on the family homestead in rural Erskine. She was the tenth of twelve children. Jennie was confirmed at Union Lake Free Lutheran Church, rural Winger, Minnesota. On August 7, 1947, Jennie was united in marriage to William "Bill" Lee. Following their marriage they lived in Waukon Township and Moorhead, Minnesota, before moving to Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1954. Following Bill's retirement, in 1976, and they returned to Fertile, Minnesota. Jennie was a licensed day care provider for many years in Minneapolis. After they returned to Fertile, she worked at Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Concordia Lutheran Church, and Fair Meadow Nursing Home.

Jennie was an active member of Union Lake Free Lutheran Church and its ladies aid in rural Winger. She was always a giving woman who would feed everyone who came by. She enjoyed gardening, old time music, car racing, and, above all, her grandchildren. Jennie and Bill were active in supporting the pro-life movement. May God bless the memory of Jennie Lee.

Jennie is survived by her children, Sandra Olson, Ham Lake, Minnesota, Lynette Hussman, and Tanya Lee, both of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, William Lee Jr., Fertile, Minnesota, and Barbara Briggs, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, , nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, two sisters, Bernice (Don) Halverson, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, and Joyce (Robert) Johnston, Fridley, Minnesota, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Bill, November 30, 2009, an infant son, Danny, brothers: Art, Raymond, Chester, and Lester, sisters: Agnes Zahl, Alice Maland, Evelyn Larson, Ina Gulbranson, and Winifred TerWisscha.

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Funeral: Friday, April 2, 2010 at 11:00 am at Union Lake Free Lutheran Church, rural Winger, Minnesota.

Visitation: Thursday, April 1, from 4:30-6:30pm at the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial: Lima Cemetery, rural Winger, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(October 4, 1944 - July 10, 2013)

Victoria Mae "Vicki" Koelling, 68, of rural Fertile, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center, Erskine, Minnesota.

Vicki was born in Crookston, Minnesota, to Alvin and Jean (Vickery) Koelling on October 4, 1944. She grew in rural Fertile and graduated from the Fertile-Beltrami High School in 1962, as the Valedictorian student for her class. She attended a year of college at Augsburg College in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In the summer of 1963, Vicki was employed for the summer at Bemis Corporation in St. Paul, Minnesota. She enjoyed her job and decided to continue on full time. Vicki was employed as a Lab Tech for 28 years at Bemis. The company was sold and Vicki gained employment with 3 M as a Lab Supervisor until she retired at the age of 62. Vicki always enjoyed coming home to the family farm in rural Fertile for weekends and holidays. After she retired, Vicki stayed with her father for longer periods, especially in the summer months. Alvin passed away in 2007, and Vicki lived at the house most of the time. Vicki was a quiet and independent person who enjoyed time alone observing nature. Reading novels and knitting kept her busy during her free time. She was a great rummage saler and expert "deal" shopper. Vicki had three cats who kept her company.

Vicki is survived by her brother, David (JoAnn) Koelling, Fertile; one nephew, Tim (Melissa) Fertile; and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial services will be on Saturday, July 20, 2013, at 10:30 AM in the Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the Maple Lake Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(July 20, 1989 - January 4, 2011)

. . . You will live on forever in our hearts, Donovan Eddie Larson

Donovan E. Larson, 21, of Halstad, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, January, 4th, 2011 at his home.

Donovan Eddie Larson was born on July 20th, 1989, the son of Bill Larson and Joy (Peterson) Miller at United Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He was baptized on October 14th, 1989 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston, Minnesota. He was confirmed on October 31, 2004, at Shelly Marsh River Church in Shelly, Minnesota.

He spent his childhood years on the family farm east of Shelly, Minnesota. During his teen years, Donovan moved to Nielsville, Minnesota, where he cared for his grandma, Gladys, until she passed away in 2007. In January of 2008, Donovan moved to Halstad, Minnesota, where he spent the remainder of his life. Donovan attended the Norman County Schools in Hendrum and Halstad. He graduated from Norman County West High School on May 18th, 2008. Following High School, Donovan was employed with Interstate Remodeling in Perley, Minnesota. In May of 2009, he was employed by Airborne Custom Spraying located outside of Halstad, Minnesota, during the summer months. Throughout the rest of the year, Donovan was employed by Arneson Limited Partnership, a local farming operation.

He loved to be outdoors. In his spare time, Donovan enjoyed riding ATV's, hunting, hanging out at his uncle's lake house and paintballing with the guys. He also loved to spend time with his nieces and nephews. On October 6th, 2005, Donovan began dating his high school sweetheart, Tracie Amber Hawkins. They fell in love and were beginning to plan their future together.

Donovan will always be remembered as someone who was always willing to help; he was never afraid to "get his hands dirty." Donovan was caring and loyal to all he knew. He touched the hearts of many and he will be greatly missed.

Preceding Donovan in death were his grandparents, Eddie and Gladys Larson, and his grandmother, Betty Peterson. Donovan is survived by his father, Bill (Jana) Larson (Halstad, Minnesota) and his mother, Joy (Darcy) Miller (Thief River Falls, Minnesota); two brothers, Travis and Cory; four sisters: Amanda (Ciro), Blair (Aaron), Christina, and Angie; and several nieces and nephews; and his girlfriend of five years, Tracie.

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Funeral Service: 11:00AM, Monday, January 10, 2011, at Shelly Marsh River Lutheran Church, Shelly, Minnesota.

Visitation: Sunday from 5-7PM with a 6:30PM prayer service at Fredrikson Funeral Home, Halstad, Minnesota.

Burial: Zion Lutheran Cemetery, rural Shelly, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(November 28, 1916 - April 9, 2012)

Marian Ness, age 95, died at Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota, on April 9, 2012.

She was born at the family log house in Garden Township, Polk County, Minnesota, to Osmon and Mary (Bergum) Osmondson on November 28, 1916. Marian was a 3rd generation Norwegian and passed that proud heritage on to her children and grandchildren. She was the youngest of 9 children. Her siblings were Arthur, Olga, Gerda, Orville, Walter, Caroline, Ludvig and Conrad, who are all deceased.

Marian attended country school at Pleasant View District 97 until 8th grade, after which she attended Oak Grove Lutheran High School in Fargo, North Dakota, for one year. She graduated from Mentor Public School, Mentor, Minnesota, in 1937 where she learned to love literature and writing. In her adult life she enjoyed writing poetry for personal pleasure. For many years she kept a diary, recording the everyday activities of farm, community and family.

Marian married Aaron Ness, son of Arthur and Caroline Ness, on November 8th, 1940 at Dovre Free Lutheran Parsonage, Winger, Minnesota. They bought land in Garden Township where they had a dairy and small grain farm. Three children were born to them: Alan, Mary and Steve. Aaron died of cancer in 1977. Farm life kept Marian very busy. Besides the house and garden responsibilities, Marian helped with milking the cows and the field work. She could drive a grain truck with the best of them.

Marian was active in Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church which was a sister church to Union Lake Free Lutheran where, as a young person, she was confirmed in Norwegian. Marian loved to travel and a few years before Aaron died, they were able to take a few trips in the US. She continued her travel with friends and sisters-in law well into her 70's. Her most treasured trips were the 3 times she traveled to Norway where she visited relatives in Bo, Telemark. At 85 she took her last trip to Norway for a family reunion attended by over 200 people.

True to her belief that "You're never too old to learn," she began oil painting in her late 60's. Her paintings were of farm scenes that brought back fond memories of her life in the country. She enjoyed baking, gardening, bird watching, oil painting, knitting, crocheting and especially spending time with family and friends, playing games, telling stories, and laughing together. Her greatest joy was her 4 grandchildren of whom she was so proud. She never tired of baking sweets for them.

Marian is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ness and Jerry Hengel, Avon, Minnesota; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Betty Ness, Erskine, Minnesota; grandchildren, Matthew Nesshengel and his partner, Jenny Tahtinen, Superior, WI; Marleny Nesshengel, Florence, AZ; Isaac Ness, Erskine, Minnesota; Aaron Ness, Moorhead, Minnesota; and several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings and her husband, Aaron (1977), and son, Alan (2011).

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Funeral services: 11 AM Thursday, April 12, 2012, at Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, Maple Bay, Minnesota.; Pastor Bruce Dalager, Officiating.

Burial: Maple Bay Free Lutheran Cemetery, Maple Bay, Minnesota.

Pallbearers: Jerry Osmondson, Roger Osmondson, Brad Bakke, Danny Wallace, Byron Ness, and Paul Hatlstad.

Honorary Pallbearers: Jim Quick, Kenneth Oien, Orval Hatlestad.

Interment: Maple Bay Free Lutheran Cemetery Maple Bay, Minnesota.

Source: http://www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(March 18, 1949 - January 24, 2011)

Paulette Gail Olson, 61, rural Fertile, Minnesota, died suddenly in an automobile accident near her home in rural Fertile, Minnesota, on Monday, January 24, 2011.

Paulette was born on March 18, 1949, to Paul and Verna (Olson) Brault in Crookston, Minnesota. She attended school in Crookston; in 1984, Paulette received her GED. On November 12, 1965, Paulette was united in marriage to Roger Olson at Crookston, Minnesota. Following their marriage, they lived on a farm Southwest of Fertile, in Spring Creek Township. Paulette and Roger were blessed with three children—Mike, Rebecca "Becky" and Sherry. Over the years, she worked as a farmer's wife, Red Owl grocery, several cafes, Phoenix Industries, and, until the time of her death, New Flyer Corporation, Crookston, in the paint department.

All Paulette's life she enjoyed being active and social. Whether she was playing softball on a team or with family and friends or watching football on television, Paulette loved sports. Around the house, "Pass The Ace" card games, horseshoe and volleyball games, as well as puzzle, board and other miscellaneous games kept Paulette and her family together. She loved Bingo and bowling with family and friends. Paulette's artistic abilities were revealed when she made and decorated birthday cakes for the family. She teased and joked, was generous, at times to a fault, and always gave a hand to anyone in need. More than anything else, Paulette was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and aunt.

Paulette is survived by her children: Mike (Missy Buckle), Ada, Minnesota; Becky Olson (Mike Finn), Fertile, Minnesota; and Sherry (Terry) Schenkey; 15 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one brother, Dallas Boelter, Carnation, WA; one sister, Audrey (Dale) Stoe, Crookston, Minnesota; several nephews, nieces, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, one grandson, Timothy Hedrich, two brothers, Raymond Brault and Russell Brault.

Memorial services will be on Saturday, January 29, 2010, 11 AM in Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota. Visitation will be one hour before the services at the church. Burial will be in the spring. Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Mn www.eriksonvikfh.com Pastor Carl Hansen, Officiating

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(May 19, 1930 - September 21, 2010)

Verdine Ramstorf, 80, of rural Gary, Minnesota, died Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Verdine was born May 19, 1930, near Fertile, Minnesota, the daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Quarleiter) Gullekson. She attended country school, then Fertile High School before graduating from Crookston Agriculture High School.

On May 29, 1948, Verdine was united in marriage to Edward Ramstorf at his parent's home near Ada, Minnesota. They moved to Moorhead, Minnesota, where she had worked at the Fairmont Creamery. They later bought a farm near Gary, Minnesota, where they raised their three children and farmed for the next 55 years.

Verdine was active in her church, teaching Sunday school, as well as working at the Ada Hospital. She was known for her excellent cooking and enjoyed special times with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Verdine and Ed had wintered for Texas for 30 years. Ed died in 2007.

Verdine is survived by her children: Mark, Irvine, CA, Bruce (Karen) Ada, Minnesota, and Mary Ellen (Bruce) Aakhus, Moorhead, Minnesota, 17 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, one brother Ray (Gelene) Gullekson, Beltrami, Minnesota, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ed, two brothers, Rolland and Lynn, and two sisters, Mary Lou and Eunice.

Funeral: 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 25, 2010, at St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Ada, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5-7 PM with a Prayer Service at 7 PM at the Fredrikson Funeral Home, Ada, Minnesota

Source: www.fredriksonfh.com/

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(February 3, 1925 - July 20, 2011)

Irene Oline Opheim, 86 of Fertile, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at Fair Meadow Nursing Home in Fertile, Minnesota.

Irene was born at home in Norman County near Syre, Minnesota, on February 3, 1925, the daughter of Adolph and Johanna (Bakken) Opshal. She was confirmed at Asplund Lutheran Church in Flom, Minnesota. Irene attended school in Twin Valley, graduating from Twin Valley High School in 1944. She lived and worked at several places in Detroit Lakes, Fargo and Ada.

She was united in marriage to Truman Opheim, on October 23, 1954, in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flom, Minnesota. Together they lived and raised their family in rural Fertile. Irene was an active member of First Evanger Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School and was the president of the Ladies Aide for many years. She was an active member of the ladies Auxiliary and Homemakers. Irene enjoyed quilting and embroidery. However, gardening was her passion and she had many beautiful flower beds on the farm. Having a servant's spirit, Irene nurture and cared for everyone she met. May God bless her memory in our hearts.

Irene is survived by a daughter, Theresa (Lee) Leines, Grandin, North Dakota; son, Thomas (Wanda) Opheim, Indianapolis, IN; son, Owen Opheim, Delphi, IN; daughter, Julie (Daniel) Bonham, Franklin, IN; 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Truman and brother, Ludvig Opshal.

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(December 16, 1920 - September 21, 2010)

U.S. Veteran

Truman Marvel Opheim, 89 of Fertile, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2010, at Eventide Senior Living Center, Moorhead Minnesota, under the care of Hospice.

Truman was born at home in Fertile, Minnesota on December 16, 1920, son of Otto and Louise (Iverson) Opheim. He grew up and graduated from Fertile High School in 1939. A short time after graduation, he moved to Long Beach, CA, where he worked at Donald Douglas Aircraft as a mechanic. On December 16, 1942, he was drafted into the United States Army serving with the HHC 879th Air Borne Engineer Aviation Battalion, 10th Air Force. Stationed in Burma, the 879th Battalion repaired and maintained airfields, while often harassed by enemy fire. After being honorably discharged on November 15, 1945, he went back out to California for a short time before coming back home to help with the farm.

Truman met and married his bride of 55 years, Irene Opsahl, on October 23, 1954, in Immanual Lutheran Church, Flom, Minnesota. Together they lived and raised their family in rural Fertile, while he farmed and worked for American Crystal Sugar Company in Crookston Minnesota, until his retirement in 1986. Truman was a member of the American Legion Post #238; he was also a loyal and faithful member of First Evanger Lutheran Church, where he held many offices. Truman liked to do woodworking, fishing, hunting, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time visiting with family and friends.

Truman is survived by his wife, Irene, Moorhead, Minnesota, daughter, Theresa (Lee) Leines, Grandin, North Dakota; son, Thomas (Wanda) Opheim, Indianapolis, IN; son, Owen Opheim, Delphi, IN; daughter, Julie (Daniel) Bonham, Franklin, IN; sister, Florence Johnston, Minneapolis, Minnesota; 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Kenneth, and one sister, Opal Ausen.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at 2 pm in the First Evanger Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the First Evanger Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.

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(April 10, 1952 - July 1, 2011)

Jean Elizabeth Royse, 59, of Mentor, Minnesota, and formerly of Blue Springs, MO, died on July 1, 2011, at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center, Erskine, Minnesota.

She was born April 10, 1952, to Willard and Dorothy (Peterson) Swanson in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Jean graduated from Patrick Henry High School, Minneapolis, in 1970. She attended Graceland University, Lamoni, Iowa, graduating with a teaching degree. While in college, Jean became friends with the Thomas and Terry Freeman family whose close friendship she valued throughout her life. Her student teaching and entire teaching career were with the Blue Springs School District, Blue Springs, MO, near Kansas City. She was a special education teacher for three years. The remainder of her teaching career was spent at the James Lewis Elementary and the Daniel Young Elementary schools.

From 2003 to 2007, Jean was on loan to the Missouri Reading Initiative Program, bringing teachers throughout the state new ideas to encourage students to read. During this time a special person became a wonderful friend to Jean, Ellin Keene of Colorado. She returned to Blue Springs in 2007 and assisted her colleagues with the information and experience she gained while working with the Reading Initiative. Jean had a great love for students and always sought ways to help them reach their full potential. On numerous occasions she reflected that "there was never a day she didn't want to go to school." Over the years, Jean was on various teams that received awards for excellence in education. She was "Teacher of the Year" with the Blue Springs School district.

Her team won the "Blue Ribbon Award," a national award to school districts with high achievements and efforts. This award won the team a trip to Washington DC to receive presidential recognition. She assisted in overseeing an elementary school project on Economics, a program where students learn to earn, invest and handle money in a business environment. Jean was also proud of her involvement with the Negro League Baseball Museum and the American Jazz Museum in Kansas City, MO. Earlier in her life she traveled extensively, including a visit to China. Her hobbies included reading, photography, visiting children's bookstores and kayaking, which she said, "I really wasn't very good at it."

On October 20, 2008, Jean married her long time friend, Tim Royse. Jean retired in 2010. They have lived on Maple Lake, Mentor, since. They were members of the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church. May God bless the memory of Jean Royse. Jean is survived by her husband, Tim, Mentor, Minnesota; step-children and grandchildren: Tiffiny (Joe) Hickey, Chase and Rylle, San Marcos, CA; Nikole (Steven) Menezes, Nate and Brooke, San Marcos, CA; and one sister with two nephews, Nancy (Joe) Grimmie, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Alexander and Benjamin.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 3, 2011, at 11 am at the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, Maple Bay, Minnesota. Visitation will be one hour before the services in the church. Burial will be in the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Cemetery, Maple Bay, Minnesota. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society or the Maple Bay Lutheran Church cemetery or roofing fund.

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(February 29, 1920 - March 8, 2011)

Alfred Lundby Olson, 91, Beltrami, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, at Riverview Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota.

He was born on February 29, 1920, to Alfred Sr. and Dagny (Hanson) Olson in Crookston, Minnesota. Alfred was baptized and confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church and attended Willowby District #209 rural school, both near his home. He graduated from the Agriculture School in Crookston and returned home to farm with his family.

On May 13, 1943, Alfred was united in marriage to Margie Nordlum in Crookston and cherished 67 years of wonderful companionship. They continued to live on the farm site Alfred's great-grandfather founded until the present. Over the years, Alfred raised cattle, hogs and chickens and grew small grains. In the late 1970's, Alfred reduced his farm-related duties and rented the land. He continued to expand his knowledge and business skills by working as a crop adjustor, a county assessor and with Garfield Insurance as a sales person. During sugar beet harvests, Alfred worked a few seasons at the scale house, keeping him engaged in the farming community.

November 2010, he entered Riverview Nursing Home, and Margie was able to be with Alfred during the last months. Alfred was active in 4-H during the years his children were involved with the club. He also served on many boards with the township, local elevators and other organizations. As a member of Varnes Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Alfred served as president and secretary/treasurer. Currently, Alfred and Margie are members of Trinity Lutheran Church, Beltrami. For years steady, hard work consumed Alfred's time.

Because he deeply valued Margie, they would take short trips together to refresh their relationship. During the course of the growing season, Alfred and Margie liked driving in the area looking at crops and sharing a picnic. He enjoyed reading, especially about Minnesota and Norwegian History, and learning new words and their meanings. "A real gentleman" is the phrase that reflects Alfred's countenance and mannerism. He was a deeply committed Christian and member of Varnes. As a son, husband and father, Alfred's heart was the welfare and health of those closest to him. He truly loved his family and made each family member a priority in his life.

Alfred is survived by his wife, Margie, Beltrami; three children, Mary Anderson, Eagan, Minnesota, Raymond, Santa Cruz, CA, and Carol (Ron) Brown, Blaine, Minnesota; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren: Shane (Brenda) Anderson, and their children, Gabriel, Grace, and Jayden, Minneapolis; Rebecca Anderson, Minneapolis; Andreas Olson, Idaho; and Scott Brown, Portland, OR, and Christopher Brown, Minneapolis; two sisters, Doris (John) Sorenson, Ridgefield, WA, and Jean (Arnold) Okerman, Littleton, CO; several nephews, nieces, and cousins. His parents and two sisters, Agatha Willert and Olive Baumgartner, preceded him in death.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, March 12, 2011, at 11 am in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Beltrami, Minnesota. Visitation will be from 5-7 pm with a prayer service at 6:30 pm in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Beltrami, Minnesota. Burial will be in the Bethel Lutheran Cemetery, rural Beltrami, Minnesota Pastor Carl Hansen, Officiating

Pallbearers: Andreas Olson, Shane Anderson, Gabriel Anderson, Scott Brown, Christopher Brown, and Ron Brown.

Honorary Pallbearers: Rebecca Anderson and Chester Aanden.

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(April 23, 1932 - February 15, 2012)

U.S. Veteran

Leroy "Guy" Gene Petry, 79, of Fertile, Minnesota passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012 surrounded by his family at the Lutheran Memorial Home, Twin Valley, Minnesota.

He was born on April 23, 1932, to Albert and Alma (Leiser) Petry in Lockhart, Minnesota. Leroy attended school in Lockhart, where he was also baptized and confirmed at First English Lutheran Church. Following his schooling, Leroy worked on the family farm. He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1955.

On January 3, 1954, Leroy was united in marriage to Mernice Helm at St. Johns Lutheran Church, rural Fertile. They lived on the farm southwest of Fertile (the original Petry homestead), where Leroy grew small grains, sunflowers, corn and soybeans. In the fall of 2005 they moved to Fertile and retired from farming. Leroy was active in many organizations around the area.

He was a member of the St. Johns Lutheran Church, where he served on the council. Leroy was also active with the American Legion Post #238, Lockhart Snowmobilers, and the Spring Creek Township. Leroy was a very patient and giving man. He always led by example. Leroy loved farming and was a great steward of the land. He left a legacy for generations to come as he and his family planted over 80,000 trees in the last 25 years. Leroy was recognized by the Wild Rice Watershed District in 2008 for his lifetime of conservation and stewardship.

Survivors are his wife, Mernice, Fertile, Minnesota; two sons, Greg (Bonnie), Moorhead, Minnesota and Tim (Jodi), Fertile, Minnesota; eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; two brothers: Luverne (Carol) and Don (Ethel), both of Ada, Minnesota; one sister, Elaine (Orville) Thorsteinson IN; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Deann Alonzo, one son, Dan and two brothers, Vernon and Alvin.

Funeral services will be on Friday, February 24, 2012, at 10:30a.m. in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation will be on Thursday, February 23, 2012, from 5-7p.m. with a prayer service at 6:30p.m. in the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota

Burial will be in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.

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(January 6, 1916 - December 4, 2012)

Olga Gertrude Osmondson, 96, of Fertile, Minnesota, died Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

She was born on the home farm in rural Winger, Minnesota, on January 6, 1916, to John and Marie (Krogstad) Bakke. Olga was a lifelong member of Union Lake Free Lutheran Church near her home. She attended rural school and graduated from McIntosh High School, McIntosh, Minnesota, in 1934. Following her schooling, Olga taught country school in the rural Winger area until WWII. She moved to Dearborn, MI, to work in the war effort on B-24 Bomber planes. On June 2, 1946,

Olga was united in marriage to Conrad Osmondson Polk County. They made their home on a farm in Garden Township. As a farmer's wife, Olga assisted with chores, cared for the home and children. They farmed until 1972, when they retired. Over the years, Olga also worked at the Erskine Nursing Home, Erskine, Minnesota and at a cafe in Fertile called Sonia's Cafe. Growing flowers at her home brought Olga a lot of joy. She had an easy going and accepting personality, at least until the bottle lambs would try to eat her flowers. Then Olga would race out of the house shooing the lambs away. Olga was a loving mother and grandmother with a strong and committed Christian faith.

Olga is survived by four sons: Jerry (Carol) and Roger (Carol), both of Fertile, Ronald, Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, and Gregory, Erskine, Minnesota; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joyce Sannes, Fertile, Minnesota, and Grace Peterson, Minneapolis, Minnesota; several nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Conrad, 1998, daughter, Linda, 2000, and four brothers, Orton, Leonard, Walter and Melvin; two daughters-in-law: Betty and Marlys Osmondson.

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Funeral service: 10:30 am, Saturday, December 8, 2012, at the Erikson-Vik Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota; Pastor Bruce Dalager Officiating.

Burial: Union Lake Free Lutheran Cemetery, rural Winger, Minnesota.

Pallbearers: Keith Christianson, David Christianson, Lyle Bakke, Wayne Bakke, Orville Hatlestad, and Ryan Osmondson.

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(October 20, 1926 - July 12, 2012)

Jean Margaret Rolland, 85, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Thursday, July 12, 2012, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

She was born on October 20, 1926, at her home farm in Woodside Township, rural Fertile, to Martin and Johanna (Monson) Rolland. Jean attended Hillside Rural School District until 8th grad and then Mentor High School, Mentor, Minnesota, graduating in 1944. She later attended Mayville State College, graduating with a bachelor degree in Education in 1963. Jean taught school for 10 years in rural and consolidated schools in North Dakota. She moved to Argyle, Minnesota where she taught for three years. When her mother got sick in 1956, Jean moved to Fertile to care for her.

In 1959, Jean began teaching 2nd grade in Crookston, Minnesota, and stayed in the school district for the next 28 years. After teaching for 41 years, Jean retired in 1987. While her neighbor kids (Trent and Brittany Oftedahl) grew up, Jean was like a second grandmother and caretaker. She considered her time spent with them a true privilege and, in her words, "an extremely enjoyable experience". Over the years Jean was a part of several organizations -- Crookston Educational Association, Minnesota Educational Association, and Concordia Lutheran church and ladies aid. For many years, Jean was an active member of Hope Evangelical Church, Fertile. Care giving and nurturing describe Jean's outlook on those around her.

She had a jovial spirit and a merry laugh. Loving and helping children gave Jean purpose, joy and a sense of accomplishment throughout all her adult life. Jean loved to read her Bible and determinedly held on to its truth while serving Jesus with her life. Jean is survived by two brothers: Robert "Bob" (Caroline), Fertile; and Rodney (Virginia), Phoenix, Arizona; four nieces and one nephew: Debbie Rolland, Wanda Leiser, Brenda (Matt) Hulst, Karen Rolland, and Robert (Barb) Rolland. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Raymond.

Funeral services will be on Monday, July 16, 2012 at 11 am in the Hope Evangelical Church, Fertile, Minnesota. Burial will be in the Maple Lake Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota. Pastor Dennis Wadsworth, Officiating.

Pallbearers: Tom Oftedahl, Trent Oftedahl, Stuart Christian, Troy Gullekson, Robbie Rolland, and Mitch Lenz.

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(October 23, 1931 - November 10, 2010)

Marilyn Olson, 79, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, November 10 2010, at her son's home in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.

Marilyn Kaye was born on October 23, 1931 to Kensal and Marion (Lang) Bolstad in Fertile, Minnesota. She grew up in Fertile and graduated from Fertile High School in 1949. On November 6, 1949, Marilyn was united in marriage to Vance Olson at Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota. They moved to Fargo, North Dakota, where Vance worked at the Fire Hall. After a year, they bought a farm in Spring Creek Township, farming until retirement in 1989, and moving to Fertile. Marilyn entered Bridges' Care Community, Ada, Minnesota in 2002. She moved to her son and daughter-in-law's home in November 2010.

Marilyn was a lifelong member of Concordia Lutheran Church and WELCA. She was very creative and talented at drawing. She grew a garden and canned its produce, as well as baking, for her family. Marilyn became an excellent farmer's wife assisting Vance, even though she had little farming background. She was quiet and reflective, loved to care for her children and grand children.

Marilyn is survived by three sons: Daniel (Donna) Milaca, Minnesota, Randall (Audrey), Fertile, Minnesota, and Ryan (Bonnie), Thief River Falls, Minnesota; by five grandchildren and by four great-grandchildren; several nephews, nieces and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Vance in 1994.

Memorial Services held at 2:30 p.m., Monday, November 15, 2010 Concordia Lutheran Church Fertile, Minnesota; Pastor Bob Sorensen Officiating

Honorary Pallbearers: Marilyn's Grandchildren -- Jeremia Olson, Tawnya Haver, Nathan Olson, Angela Yungen, and Brandon Olson.

Inurnment Concordia Lutheran Cemetery Fertile, Minnesota.

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