March 11, 1982 - February 25, 2015

Life Legacy--

Dawn Marie Yanish age 32 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at her home in East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Dawn Marie Ostlund was born on March 11, 1982 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Donald and Georgia (Cariveau) Ostlund. Dawn grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, graduating from East Grand Forks Senior High School with the Class of 2001. She married Wade Cordts on September 29, 2006 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. To this union two children were born, Trinidy and Wyatt. On July 3, 2013 she was united in marriage to Randy Yanish in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and to this union two more children were born, Colt and Gage.

Family members who survive Dawn include her husband Randy of East Grand Forks; children, Trinidy and Wyatt Cordts, Colt and Gage Yanish all of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; siblings, Tammy (Tim) Olson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Brenda (Greg Emanuelson) Bridgeford of Drayton, North Dakota, and Lori King of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and a very special thanks to Richard and Judy Yanish.

Dawn is preceded in death by her parents Donald and Georgia Ostlund. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: One Hour prior Funeral Service on Tuesday at Our Saviors Lutheran Church.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home -- www.dandahlfuneralhome.com

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Born: March 10, 1919
Died: February 27, 2015

Mildred "Millie" Anderson, age 95, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2015, at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.

Mildred "Millie" Anderson was the last child of six born to Walter and Mabel (Slaalien) Morgan. Millie was born on March 10, 1919 at Greene, Iowa. She was baptized in Appleton, Minnesota in 1920. Millie grew up on various farms throughout the Northwest. In 1928 the Morgan family moved to McIntosh, Minnesota where Millie attended a one-room school house in Lessor Township through the eighth grade. After completing the eighth grade, Millie went to work for a family doing household duties and taking care of the children while the mother was in the sanitarium with tuberculosis.

Around 1939 Millie was hired as a cook for the Soo Line Railroad. After working for the Soo Line for several years she met a young man named William "Bill" Anderson and they were married on April 15, 1944 in the parsonage of the church at Fosston, Minnesota. After they quit working for the Soo Line they managed a park at Cascade River and also Judge C.R. Magney State Park for many years. Bill and Millie retired in the late 1970’s and moved to Fosston, Minnesota.

Although Millie and Bill did not have children they had a special bond with all their nephews and nieces.

Millie is survived by one sister, Ruth Davidson of Fosston, Minnesota; and numerous nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bill, her sisters, Josephine Morgan, Jessie Thompson, Tina Voxland, and one brother, Homer Morgan.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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August 15, 1918 - February 24, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Joyce Olson, age 96, of Crookston, Minnesota, died peacefully Tuesday evening, February 24, 2015, at the RiverView Memory Care Center in Crookston, Minnesota, with her family at her side.

Joyce was born at Duluth, Minnesota, on August 15, 1918, the daughter of Victor E. and Agnes Cecelia (Johnson) Olson. She was baptized and confirmed at Asbury United Methodist Church and attended Duluth public schools, graduating from Denfeld High School in 1937. After attending Duluth Business College, Joyce began working at a bank in the city. There she met, was courted by, and later married a young man by the name of Odell H. Olson on June 22, 1941.

Over the following years the loving couple would be blessed by the births of their four children: Richard, Gary, Gail, and Joydell. In 1943 the growing family moved to Bismarck, ND where Odell was a sales representative for Fargo Paint and Glass. In 1949 they moved to Crookston after purchasing Crookston Paint and Glass. Joyce and Odell worked side by side, with Joyce serving as business and office manager. In 1972 they sold the business to Roger, Jim, and Jerry Stainbrook, and Joyce became the secretary for the Wesley United Methodist Church.

She and Odell were devoted members of the church, where Joyce was a past president of the Women's Society, later known as the United Methodist Women. She was also a longtime member of the Order of Eastern Star, and served as Guardian for Job's Daughters. Sadly, Odell passed away on November 27, 1984. Odell would later be joined in heaven by their sons, Richard Odell Olson and Gary Grant Olson. Joyce continued working in the church office until retiring in 1994.

She enjoyed going for walks, and though she could drive, Joyce much preferred walking to wherever she needed to go. She enjoyed peaceful moments spent doing embroidery, and playing cards with Odell and their many friends. Joyce was a wonderful cook, and was even better when it came to baking. Her ginger cream cookies, were hands-down, the best that anyone had ever tasted. She enjoyed 'visiting' and took great joy in meeting and making new friends of all ages.

On October 14, 2002 Joyce moved from her home to the RiverView Nursing Home, and in 2004 entered the memory care part of the RiverView Care Center. She absolutely loved each and every one of her caregivers, and they became extensions of her own family. Their love for her was just as evident. Joyce's family was very grateful for the many kindnesses shown to her, and for making her feel so loved and safe. She will be very sadly missed.

Joyce takes leave of her two daughters, Gail Joyce Schultz of Crookston, and Joydell Alexander and her husband, Jim, of Lake Vermilion, near Cook, Minnesota; chosen son, Ted Woolever and his wife, September, and their daughter, Jennem, of Grand Forks, North Dakota; two daughters-in-law, Lynne Olson of Sanford, Minchigan, and Debra Olson of Minneapolis, Minnesota; two granddaughters and their families: Abbie and Gene Totten of San Francisco, CA and their children, Amelia Dempsey Totten and Henry Grant Totten, and Amanda and Scott Aspenson of Edina, MN and their daughter, Elin Kay Aspenson; and several nieces, nephews, extended family, and her RiverView family.

In addition to Odell, her beloved husband of 43 years, and sons, Richard and Gary, Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Agnes; son-in-law, Don Schultz; brother, Aubrey Victor Olson and his wife, Virginia; and niece, Ginnylee Appel. May God richly bless Joyce's memory.

The funeral service for Joyce Olson will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, February 28, 2015, at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Crookston with The Rev. Michelle Miller, officiating. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the service and interment will be in the Oakdale Cemetery in Crookston in the spring. Memorials may be given in Joyce's name to the RiverView Memory Care Center, 323 South Minnesota Street, Crookston, MN 56716 or the Wesley United Methodist Church, 701 Eickhof Blvd, Crookston.

Source: Stenshoelhouske Funeral Home www.stenshoelhouske.com

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November 22, 1934 - February 19, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Everett Harlan Anderson, 80, of Crookston, Minnesota, died peacefully Thursday evening, February 19, 2015, at the Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, comforted by the presence of his four children and their families.

Everett was born in Crookston on November 22, 1934, the son of Edward and Clara (Waterstrat) Anderson. He grew up on the family farm in Fairfax township, attended Crookston schools, and graduated from the Northwest School of Agriculture. He farmed with his father for several years before entering the US Army on November 19, 1957. Everett served with the 97th Artillery Batallion in Germany until his honorable discharge on October 30, 1959.

He returned to Crookston to resume farming, and on January 14, 1961 was united in marriage to ReJeanne B. "Scotty" Prudhomme. Their union would be blessed by the births of four children: Kathy, Curt, Karen, and Calvin. Everett took over the farming operation following his father's death in 1972 and he and Scotty continued to farm until retirement in 1989.

Whether it was work or everyday life, Everett and Scotty were inseparable. Sunday mornings after Mass were reserved for going out to a local restaurant with 'church friends.' Sunday afternoon meant visiting with friends and family, and usually involved lots of great food, conversation, and playing cards. Loading the kids in the car and going for a drive to check out the crops was another of the Anderson family traditions.

Saturday evenings found Everett and Scotty at the Eagles for supper and dancing, and many summer days were devoted to the large family garden shared with relatives. Very sadly, Scotty passed away on December 22, 2010, just a few weeks before they would have celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Everett and his family felt her loss very deeply. Despite his failing health, Everett was able to remain in his home, largely because of the tender loving care given by his son, Curt, who lived with him.

He was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception parish, and also held memberships in Eagles Aerie 873, and American Legion Post 20. Everett was a past-president of the Board of Directors of Cenex, and was very proud of his membership in the Presidents Club of the University of Minnesota-Crookston. He was a down to earth kind of man, who knew the worth of a dollar, and passed on many of life's values to his kids, along with his wonderful sense of humor. He will be very lovingly remembered as a great husband, dad, grandpa, and friend.

Everett is survived by his four children and their families: Kathy and Jim Borkowski and Curt Anderson, of Crookston, MN, Karen and Guy Reierson of Eldred, Minnesota, and Calvin and Dawn Anderson of Crookston; seven grandchildren: Adam Borkowski, Brent, Brandon, and Kaylee Reierson, Sawyer Anderson, and Parker and Alex Boone; three sisters-in-law, Rosemary Tate of Crookston, Sue Prudhomme, and Thelma Prudhomme; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to his beloved wife, Scotty, Everett was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Clara; and daughter-in-law, Sandy Anderson. May God richly bless the memory of Everett Harlan Anderson.

Mass of Christian Burial for Everett will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 25, 2015, with The Rev. Vincent Miller, presiding. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5-7:00 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service and time of sharing, and visitation also at the church for one hour prior to the funeral. Military Honors will be provided by the Crookston Veterans Council. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Crookston.

Source: Stenshoelhouske Funeral Home www.stenshoelhouske.com

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May 11, 1927 - February 28, 2015

Leonard S. Kouba, age 87 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home in Crookston, Minnesota.

Leonard Stanley Kouba was born on May 11, 1927 in Grafton, North Dakota, the son of William and Albina (Greicar) Kouba. Leonard grew up in Pisek, North Dakota, area and attended school in Conway, North Dakota. He farmed in the Conway area and Walsh County area near Minto, North Dakota. He joined the United States Army. He married Violet Kowalski on November 15, 1950. Following his discharge from the Army, he moved back to Grafton, North Dakota, where he was a mechanic until 1968. They lived in Grafton and Grand Forks until her death on February 28, 1993. He co-owned Modern Auto Body in Grand Forks until retiring in 1984. On May 12, 1995 he was united in marriage to Marilyn Bullinger where they resided in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, until her death on November 4, 2013.

Family members who survive Leonard include his children, Linda (Dan) Eilers of Boise, ID, Larry (Terry) Kouba of East Grand Forks, MN, Sharon (Dan) Walker of Grand Forks, ND, Darlene (Dennis) Barton of Jamestown, ND, Dwight (Cindi) Kouba of Grand Forks, ND and Reed (Randi) Kouba of Grand Forks, ND; fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren; brothers, Duane Kouba of Savage, MN and Ernie (Corrine) Kouba of Towner, ND.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Altru Hospice.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, March 4, 2015 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, MN

Facts
   Born: May 11, 1927
   Death: February 28, 2015
   Place of Death: Crookston, Minnesota

Funeral Service
   Wednesday March 4, 2015,
   Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Source: Dahl Funeral Home -- www.dandahlfuneralhome.com

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February 15, 1983 - March 5, 2015

Manuel "Manny" Garza Hernandez II, age 32 of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 in Sebring, Florida.

Manny Hernandez was born February 15, 1983 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Manuel and Vicki (VanCamp) Hernandez. He grew up in Grand Forks and graduated from Grand Forks Central High School in 2001. He attended the University of North Dakota and graduated with a major in Business. He married Crystal Bakken in Grand Forks on July 23, 2014. He worked for Amazon and most recently was vice president of Yagoozon, Inc.

He is survived by his wife Crystal of Grand Forks; children, Mason Nesheim, and Mya and Callee Hernandez all of Grand Forks; his mother and father, Scott and Vicki Ripplinger of Manvel, North Dakota; three sisters: Amanda (Derrick) Miller of Woodstock, Georgia; Candi Gaston of DeForest, Wisconsin; and Rochelle (David) Nelson of Grand Junction, Colorado; his grandparents, Jeanine Kary of Grand Forks, and Joe and Linda Ripplinger of Grand Forks; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father; and grandparents, Paul and Vivian Hernandez and Ronald VanCamp.

Funeral Service:
   Saturday, March 14, 2015,
   Our Saviors Lutheran Church,
   1515 5th Ave. NW,
   East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation:
   One Hour prior Funeral Service on Saturday,
   March 14, 2015, in
   Our Saviors Lutheran Church

Interment:
   Resurrection Cemetery;
   East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home

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Ida Genevieve Swenson, 93, formerly of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 3, 2015 at the Rosewood on Broadway Nursing Center, Fargo, North Dakota.

Ida "Gen" Swenson was born on January 19, 1922, in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, the daughter of Sidney and Florence (Welsh) Hunt. She was baptized and confirmed at Mendenhall Presbyterian Church in East Grand Forks. Gen graduated from East Grand Forks Central high School in 1939.

She married Kenneth Swenson on December 24, 1941. Gen worked for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company until 1939 and at Altru Hospital till her retirement in 1990. Gen was a member of the East Grand Forks American Post #157 Aux for over 32 years.

Gen is survived by her three sons: James and his wife Bridget of Moorhead, Minnesota, Richard of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Jon and his wife Bernice of Golden Valley, Minnesota; by six grandchildren: Staci (Erik) Brenna of Sanvik, Norway; Jaimes (Shiree) Swenson of Auburn, California; Britt (Shawn) Fankhanel of Moorhead, Minnesota; Christopher Swenson of Broomfield, Colorado; Ian Swenson of Golden Valley, Minnesota; and Joshua Swenson of Golden Valley, Minnesota; by one great-grandchild, Brooklyn Fankhanel and two more due in May; two nieces, Mary Kay Erickson, and Marilyn Halbrock both of Sea Side, Oregon.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth in 1962, sister; Muriel Paulson, brothers; Richard Hunt and Harold "Pete" Hunt.

Funeral Service:
    Monday, March 9, 2015 at Mendenhall
    Presbyterian Church,
    East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: One Hour Before Service.

Interment:
    Nisbet Cemetery,
    rural East Grand Forks, Minnesota; in Spring 2015.

The family prefers memorials to Nisbet Cemetery.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home

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June 6, 1955 - March 3, 2015

Kristy Ann (Barrett) Driscoll, 59, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, surrounded by her family at home.

Kristy was born on June 6, 1955 to the late Robert and Beverly (Moulds) Barrett. She grew up in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and attended Sacred Heart School before moving to Fisher, Minnesota, graduating from Fisher High School in 1974. She then attended Aakers Business College in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and worked for Grand Forks Clinic for a short period and Ecolab for 17 years.

On March 1, 2003 she was married to Kirk Driscoll in Key West, Florida. She spent the rest of her time working alongside her husband at Driscoll Auto Service.

Kristy is survived by her husband, Kirk Driscoll of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; children, Sonny (Lisa) Driscoll of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; Kaleb (Brandi) Driscoll of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; and Zak (Krystal) Driscoll of West Fargo, North Dakota; three grandchildren: Jaden, Kylan, and Lawson Driscoll, and a granddaughter expected in July; siblings, Kathy (Martin) Mills of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; Karen (Gary) Tveten of Brighton, Colorado; Robert (Lori) Barrett of Fisher, Minnesota; Kevin (Shelly) Barrett of Grand Forks, North Dakota; Kari (Sean) Metzger of Fisher, Minnesota; and Michelle (Darrin) Berg of Fisher, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home

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Born: December 19, 1925
Died: March 05, 2015

U.S. Veteran

Leslie Foldoe, age 89, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, March 5th at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, March 13th at 11:00 AM at Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor with Rev. Mike Sletto officiating. A time of gathering for family and friends will be held for one hour before the memorial service at the church on Friday morning. Interment of cremains will be in Faith Lutheran Cemetery near Mentor at a later date, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine, Minnesota, is in charge of the arrangements.

Leslie S. Foldoe was born on December 19, 1925 at Plummer, Minnesota, to parents Alfred and Anna (Linder) Foldoe, and was raised at Mentor, Minnesota.

He served in the US Army, both in World War II and Korea.

On June 2, 1954 Leslie was united in marriage to Elaine Berg in Twin Valley, Minnesota. Leslie farmed most of his life near Mentor. He loved fishing and jigsaw puzzles.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Elaine of Mentor; three children, Steven (Naomi) Foldoe of Mentor, Valorie (Paul) Johnson of Faribault, Minnesota, and Douglas (Paula) Foldoe of Mentor; grandchildren, Chris, Joseph, Jon, Brandon, Lori, Sarah, Emily, Jabez, Zachary, Chassy and Shawn; great grandchild, Hunter; sister, Wilma (Anton) Olesen; brother-in-law, Curtis (Allie) Berg; aunt, Inga Linder; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Anna Foldoe; daughter, Lori; step-mother, Hannah Foldoe; siblings, Maurice, Russell, Glen, Eunice, Ada and Stanley; and step-sisters, Betty, Alice and Rose.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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Born: December 27, 1923
Died: March 10, 2015

U.S. Veteran

Rueben Brekke, age 91, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, March 10th, at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18th, at Vernes Lutheran Church, rural McIntosh with the Rev. Gordon Syverson officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Tuesday, March 17th and for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. All visitation will be held at Vernes Lutheran Church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Rueben Millard Brekke was born on December 27, 1923, in Hill River Township, Minnesota to parents Olaus and Turine Brooke Brekke. He attended school through the eighth grade at Ridge Lawn School in Hill River Township. Rueben entered the United States Army in 1944 and served in the Pacific Theatre of operations until his honorable discharge in 1946. He served in the Philippians and in Korea during World War II.

Rueben was united in marriage to Lorraine Syverson on May 27, 1950. They lived on the Brekke farm until 1977 when they moved to their new home in McIntosh, Minnesota. In 2004 they moved to Poplar Meadows Apartments in McIntosh. Lorraine passed away in October of 2006. They were married for 56 years. Rueben continued residing at Poplar Meadows until his health forced him to reside at McIntosh Senior Living in January of 2015.

Rueben was a life-long member of Vernes Lutheran Church. He enjoyed repairing old tractors and anything with a motor. He also enjoyed riding four-wheelers, mowing lawn, playing cards and especially beating his two granddaughters husbands in a game of “pitch” and seeing his great-grandchildren. He hauled gravel and grain his entire life and farmed, but driving truck was his passion. He drove until the age of 75 making many life-long friends along the way. Rodney Boreen of Bemidji being one of many.

Rueben passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at McIntosh Senior Living at the age of 91 years.

Survivors include three sons, Wesley (Valerie) Brekke of McIntosh, Wayne (Renee) Brekke of Trail, Minnesota, and Jeffrey Brekke of Fosston; two granddaughters, Beth (Shawn) Rominski of Stephen, Minnesota, and Sandy (Todd) Enger of Northwood, North Dakota; five great grandchildren, Emma, Mason, and Henry Rominski and Westin and Grant Enger.

Also surviving are sisters-in-law, Leona (Norris) Brekke of McIntosh, Delores Syverson and Ruby Heideman of Fosston, Conne Syverson of Trail, Corky Syverson of McIntosh; brother-in-law, Morris Hendrickson of Trail; other brothers and sisters-in-law, Lloyd and Ardell (Syverson) Opdahl of Oklee, Jerome and Bernice (Syverson) Voxland of McIntosh, Mark and Gloria (Syverson) Morque of Lebanon, Missouri, Entrip and Sharon Syverson of Lakeville, Minnesota, and Richard and Viola (Syverson) Georgeson of Hillsboro, North Dakota; nephews, Arvid (Nancy) Brekke of Esko, Minnesota, and Vern (Tanya) Brekke of Bozeman, Montana; niece, Bonnie (Brekke) and Ed Pettersen of Trail; and many other nieces, nephews and relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lorraine; brothers, Art and his wife, Esther Brekke, Norris Brekke and Lloyd Brekke; brothers-in-law, Floyd, Arnold and Karsten Syverson, and Curtis Heideman; sisters-in-law, Verna Syverson and Eleanora (Syverson) Hendrickson.

Pallbearers: Clay Syverson, David Heideman, Chester Smeby, Steve Urness, Jeremiah Wishard, and Arvid Brekke.

Funeral Service:
    Wednesday, March 18, 2015
    Vernes Lutheran Church
    29961 320th Ave. SE
    Trail, Minnesota

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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Funeral Service
Monday, Mar 16, 2015
11:00 AM

Born: September 05, 1990
Died: March 09, 2015

Ethan Dale Munter, age 24, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, March 9th, as a result of injuries he sustained in an automobile accident near Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16th, at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating.

Interment will be in Asphult Cemetery, rural Fosston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday, March 15th, and for one hour prior to the service on Monday. All visitation will be held at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ethan Dale Munter was born on September 5, 1990 in Bemidji, Minnesota to parents Dale and Joann Tharaldson Munter. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church north of Fosston and attended Fosston High School. During and following high school, Ethan worked for Gary and Sylvia Munter on their dairy farm. Over the years, he had also been employed at Palubicki's Foods and Deli, MDV, and for Bryan Nyland on his farm near Gully. Currently, Ethan was working as a materials handler at Team Industries in Bagley, Minnesota.

Ethan enjoyed hunting, fishing, dirt biking, going to Brainerd for drag racing, four wheeling, fixing and working on cars, and anything mechanical. He was also known by many for his talent in bartering and trading. Ethan dearly loved his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Ethan passed away on Monday, March 9, 2015 as a result of an automobile accident near Fosston at the age of 24 years.

Survivors include his two children, Bailee and Trinity; his parents, Dale and Joann Munter of Fosston; two brothers, Brad Munter (fiance, Mary Hagen) of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Paul (Emily) Munter of Bagley; nieces and nephews, Elijah, Terrance, Lincoln, Peyton, Ameerah, and Allison.

Also surviving are aunts and uncles, Kenneth (Carol) Tharaldson of Blaine, Minnesota, Lenora (Howard) Courtney of Ham Lake, Minnesota, Roselie (Lueman) Olness of Andover, Minnesota, and Gene Tharaldson of Fosston, Minnesota. Numerous cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Orin and Martha Tharaldson and paternal grandparents, Carl and Mildred Munter.

Pallbearers: Brad Munter, Paul Munter, Dustin Arneberg, Joe Schleher, Travis Brown, Tyler Johnson, and Kyle Gerding.

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Funeral Service--
    Monday, March 16, 2015
    Hope Lutheran Church
    508 N. Foss Ave.
    Fosston, Minnesota

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, 3/12/2015

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Born: March 27, 1920
Died: March 12, 2015

Ruth Hanson, age 94, of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, March 12th, at Riverview Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17th, at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, rural Erskine.

Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Ruth M. Olson Hanson was born on March 27, 1920 in Mentor, Minnesota, to parents Edwin and Ingeborg Hagen Olson. She was the youngest in a family of 10 children and grew up and attended school in Mentor. In her youth, Ruth worked as a caregiver at the Hanson farm for her future mother-in-law, Clara Hanson.

She was united in marriage to Swan and Clara Hanson's son, Arvid, on April 11, 1942. After their marriage, they bought the Hanson farm. The same farm where Ruth and Arvid first met is where they lived and raised their three children, Verlene, Roger and Russell. In 1977 they built a home in Erskine and moved into town. Arvid passed away on January 11, 1990. Ruth continued to live at home in Erskine until recently when she moved to the Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine.

She was very active during her working years. She worked several years for Denny Berger as a store clerk and "right hand lady" at his general store. She was a babysitter for multiple families in the Erskine area for many years and was invaluable as custodian at Grace Lutheran Church for over 10 years. It was only after she broke her hip at the age of 87 that she was forced to retire.

Ruth was also an active and dedicated member of Grace Church. As church and worship were a very important part of her life, Ruth taught Sunday School, led Monday morning Bible study for many years (led through the entire Bible), and, along with her sister Clara, made literally hundreds of quilt tops for donation by the church. She also gave of her time locally at the food shelf for many years. Ruth was a giving person - God truly gave her the heart of a servant.

Ruth is survived by her three children: Verlene "Vicki" Aaker of Erskine, Roger (Pam) of Wichita, Kansas, and Russell (Connie) of Arlington, Texas; by nine grandchildren: Robert, Ryan, Aaron, Jodie, Amy, Jason, Corey, Kelly, Brooks; by 16 great-grandchildren; by three great-great-grandchildren; by one sister, Elsie Patterson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; and by a sister-in-law, Vivian Hanson of Erskine; nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arvid; her parents; eight sisters and one brother.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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January 22, 1983 - March 12, 2015

Christopher B. Smith, 32, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Christopher Brian Smith was born on January 22, 1983 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He is the son of Ronald and Carol (Jenzer) Smith. Christopher grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks graduating with the Class of 2001 from East Grand Forks Senior High School. Christopher worked as a manager at University Station in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He also assisted his mother Carol in the family rental business.

Christopher was loved deeply by many. He had a very loving and compassionate personality. He was always making sure that the people he loved were taken care of and happy up until the very end of his life. Christopher was blessed with the ability to make people smile and laugh, without even trying. His smile, whit, humor, and charm will leave a lasting impression on all who knew him.

There were many things that Christopher loved besides making people smile and laugh. He was an amazing cook and his BBQ cookouts had you licking your fingers after the feast. He loved the outdoors, being at the lake, and he was a master of building campfires which he took pride in. Christopher loved all kinds of music, attend or hosting small gatherings with friends and family. He was a devoted UNorth Dakota hockey fan. His closest friends can thank Christopher (Schmitty) for the nicknames given to them; he was a master nickname generator. He also loved children and his cat, Pedro. Christopher got pure joy in seeing people happy and taking care of his loved ones.

He is survived by his mother, Carol of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; sister, Stephanie Smith of Orlando, FL; his kitty, Pedro Sanchez; Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, Godchildren and many close friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Ronald; sister, Stacy, and all of his grandparents.

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Memorial Service: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 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, March 16, 2015 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church.

Inurnment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: Dahl Funeral Home

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April 21, 1940 - March 11, 2015

Carmen Patria Del Valle, age 74, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Carmen was born on April 21, 1940 in Humacao, Puerto Rico to the late Juan Manual and Manuela Flecha (Almodovar) Del Valle. She was raised in Puerto Rico until the family moved to New York City where she attended school and graduated from George Washington High School. Afterwards, the family moved back to Puerto Rico where she worked for The Phone Company for 20 years before the family moved to Florida in the 1980's. At this time she worked as the caregiver for her aging parents and her brothers. In 2006 she moved with her brother Francisco to Grand Forks, North Dakota to be closer to their family. Here she volunteered her time as a foster grandparent at local day care centers flourishing in her new found independence. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting, cross-stitching gifts, and otherwise doting on her friends and family.

Carmen is survived by her nieces and nephews, Linda (Michael) Frederick of Santa Clarita, CA; Daniel (Judy) Del Valle of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; Marie (Jim) Riley of Reynolds, North Dakota; Angela (Brad) Griffeth of Grand Forks, North Dakota; Melanie (Michael) Speck of San Antonio, Texas; Blanca Del Valle of Jersey City, NJ; and Eddie Del Valle of Florida; and a very large extended family.

Carmen is preceded in death by her parents Juan Manuel and Manuela, and brothers Martin and Francisco Del Valle.

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Funeral Service: 4:00 pm, Monday, March 16, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church 216 Belmont Rd, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58201

Visitation: One Hour Prior to Services

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: Dahl Funeral Home

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BURIAL IN EAST GRAND FORKS, MINNESOTA

March 9, 1960 - March 8, 2015

Roland Michael "Mike" Ivey, 54, of Grand Forks, North Dakota passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota after a long battle with diabetes.

Mike was born on March 9, 1960 in Riverside, CA to Roland, Jr. and JoAnn (Meagher) Ivey. The family moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota in 1965 where Mike was raised, graduating for East Grand Forks High School in 1979. After high school he joined the Army Reserve and worked various jobs until starting his own business A-1 Cleaning which he had to stop in 2011 due to failing health. Mike was known as a perpetual student and finally graduated from the University of North Dakota in 1992 with a degree in Criminal Justice.

On January 11, 1995, he was married to Ludivina Felices in Olongapo, Philippines and from this union was born three daughters, Angelica, Philicia, and Teresa.

Mike was a very kind and generous person with a good sense of humor and loved to talk politics, especially about Obama. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing, taking his beloved family on vacations to Bemidji. Mike loved sports and was an active athlete while he was in high school. His favorite team was of course the Vikings as well as the Minnesota Wild.

Mike is survived by his wife Ludivina and daughters, Angelica, Philicia, and Teresa, all of Grand Forks, North Dakota; father, Roland Ivey, Jr., of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; sister, Gayle (Dave) Brungardt, of Grand Forks, North Dakota; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, JoAnn Ivey; brother, Patrick Ivey; and infant son, Angelo Daniel.

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Funeral Service: 11:00 am, Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church 1515 5th Ave NW East Grand Forks, Minnesota 56721, with a visitation one hour beforehand.

Visitation: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Dahl Funeral Home 2029 Central Ave NW East Grand Forks, Minnesota 56721, with a prayer service at 6:30 pm.

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: Dahl Funeral Home

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DEATH NOTICE--

(August 26, 1926 - March 8, 2015)

James V. Johnson, 88, Fertile, Minnesota, died Sunday, March 8, 2015, at Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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(April 12, 1929 - February 8, 2015)

Kenneth Paul Sather, 85, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Sunday, February 8, 2015, at the Riverview Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota.

He was born April 12, 1929, to Peter and Kristi (Fagerbak) Sather, at Grand Forks, North Dakota. His mother died giving birth to Kenny. On September 30, 1930, Kenny's father was united in marriage to Anna Tronvoll; she became Kenny's new mother. In 1932, Kenny's family moved to Melvin, rural Fertile, where they farmed. Kenny attended country school, which was across the field from his home. He was confirmed in the Varnes Lutheran Church and was a longtime member.

Kenny worked on the family farm, helping his father with farm work. Later on he worked for various farmers as farm labor. In 1960, he started working for the Leo Lindberg family, assisting in the shop and hay harvest and sales. Over the years, the Lindberg's became like family to Kenny, especially the children. For several years, Kenny lived at the Fertile Hotel, where Orville and Ilahbelle Flaaten made a welcome home for him.

In 1992, Kenneth came to live at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile. The staff at Fair Meadow also became like family and will dearly miss Kenny. He called bingo, helped out in the craft room, worked odd jobs, and enjoyed rides in the van. Kenny was fun to be around, always cheery and greeted people with a smile. Kenny brought life and joy to all he met.

Kenny survived is by his sister, Sylvia (Gerald) Wavrin, Wyoming, Minnesota; nieces and nephews; and many friends.

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Memorial services will be at a later date.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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(January 4, 1983 - February 6, 2015)

Daniel Lee Stewart, 32, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Friday, February 6, 2015, at his residence.

Dan was born on January 4, 1983, to Tom and Barbara (Voss) Stewart in Denver, CO. They moved to Crookston, Minnesota, in 1994, where Dan continued his schooling. He received his GED in 1999, while living in Crookston. As a teenager, Dan was employed at Taco John's in Crookston. In 1997, he and his family moved to Houston, TX, returning to Fertile in 2000. Dan tended Bar while in Houston, and continued bar tending in Fertile at Oliver's Bar and Grill. For many years, Dan drove Beet Truck for Tim Boucher. He met Bridget Adkins in 2006 while working at the Sandhill Restaurant, Fertile.

On June 13, 2008, Dan married Bridget Linette Adkins in Duluth, Minnesota. They lived in Oslo, Minnesota and Fargo, North Dakota; while in Fargo he worked for Anytime Transportation, where he was well liked. Dan was very talented as a Motion Capture Artist, specializing in 3D Animation.

Dan had many interests and hobbies: cooking, comedy, Hayao Miyazaki movies, Science, philosophy, writing, humanism, transhumanism, quantum mechanics and physics. Animal and nature preservation, human rights, and yin and yang were concepts that governed his life. Dan had a gentle heart, caring spirit and genuinely loved people. His family and friends were very important to him.

Dan is survived by his wife, Bridget, Fertile; parents: Tom and Barbara Stewart, Fertile; a brother, Jeffrey, Fertile; nephews and nieces; grandparents: Gertrude Voss, Lake Jackson, TX, and Clyde and Beverly Stewart, Estero, FL; uncles and aunts: Bill Stewart, Jim Stewart, Richard (Renee) Voss, Jimmy (Christine) Voss, Johnny (Dona) Voss, Jan Storbeck, and Paula Voss; and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfather: Ira Lee Voss.

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Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 16 from 2-7pm at the Side Street Bar and Grill, Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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(Died February 2, 2015)

Carlton Joseph Roed, 88, and Hazel Lorraine Ellen Flermoen Roed, 88, of Mentor, Minnesota, died in an automobile accident on Monday, February 2, 2015, rural Borup, Minnesota.

Carlton was born on March 5, 1926, to Nels Jorgen and Olga (Ruud) Roed in rural Fertile, Minnesota. Carlton attended country school and the Fertile High School, Fertile, Minnesota. As a Junior in High School, Carlton was drafted into the United States Army and trained as an Airborne Paratrooper. He attained the rank of Sergeant serving in the Philippines and Japan. Carlton had the privilege of being at the signing of the Armistice ending WWII. He was honorably discharged on September 9, 1946. He returned to the Fertile area and purchased a farm near Mentor.

Hazel was born on January 12, 1927, to Olaus Llewellyn and Ellen (Erickson) Flermoen in St. Paul, Minnesota. Hazel attended country school near Winger, before graduating from the McIntosh High School, McIntosh, Minnesota, in 1944. Hazel continued her education at Thief River Falls Teacher School, Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Hazel lived in Winger, Minnesota, and worked in various country schools.

On June 25, 1949, Carlton and Hazel were united in marriage at Gosen Lutheran Church, rural Winger, Mi. They made their home on the farm with Carlton's brother Orvis, and his wife, Hazel's sister, LilyAnn. Orvis and LilyAnn moved to other areas, and Carlton and Hazel were able to reside in this home for more than 65 years. Hazel taught school for one year after they were married and Carlton operated a dairy farm and raised grain. Over the years they raised sheep, horses and chickens, as well as a large garden to supply all their canning needs.

Carlton was also employed at Detroiter Mobile Homes, Red Lake Falls, Mi, working in the cabinet department. After several years of raising her four children, Hazel began teaching school. She also began taking classes at Moorhead State University, Moorhead, Mi, to earn her teaching degree in Special Ed. and Elementary Education. She taught in the Mentor School District until retiring in 1991. Carlton retired in the late 1980's, farming for a few years before renting the land. They were both longtime members at Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile.

During their retirement years, Carlton and Hazel were busy. Together with Carlton's sister Lorraine, they made a lifelong dream trip to Norway, discovering their shared rich heritage. Traveling around the country to family events and celebrations allowed them to keep up with their family's growth. Hazel took up quilting, making every child and grandchild a treasured quilt. Carlton continued with his passion of wood working. He refinished furniture for family and friends, built all sorts of useable and crafty items, and created much needed shelving and supplies at Maple Lake Lutheran Church. At church, Carlton and Hazel were very active members. Their presence ensured that the physical and spiritual life of the church was constant and stable. Their generous nature allowed them to support their church and many organizations that were in need.

Hazel was a member of WELCA, Church Circles, and Christian Women's Group, and Quilters Of Valor club. Carlton was active at church cleaning and maintaining the church property, as well as serving as Church Financial Secretary for approximately 40 years. Together, they were a team that brought love, joy, and peace to many. As a couple, Carlton and Hazel were true examples of unselfish, giving love and devotion toward each other. May God richly bless our memories of them.

Carlton and Hazel are survived by their children: Bruce (Deb) Roed, Mentor, Minnesota; Linda Cornelison, Henderson, NV; Candace (Kyle) Nordine, Northfield, Minnesota; and Sandra (Phil) Norgaard, Clear Lake, Minnesota; nine grandchildren: Eric, Cherie, Carl, Matt, David, Marie, Andy, Emily and Nick. Nine great-grandchildren: Haley, Gunnar, Kelsey, Jessica, Kendra, Mia, Hana, Eli, and Lela. Carlton's sister: Arloene Stevens, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Hazel's sisters: LilyAnn Roed, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, and MaryLou Dinkins, Wapapello, MO; and many cousins, nephews and nieces.

They are preceded in death by their parents; one grandson, Lemuel Nordine; one son-in-law, Gale Cornelison; Carlton's siblings: Helen Roed, Margaret Scales, Orvis Roed, Lorraine Berhow; and Hazel's siblings: Kenneth Flermoen, Louie Flermoen, and DeLois Truehl.

Memorials can be given to Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

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Their funeral services will be on Saturday, February 7, 2015, at 11 AM in the Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation will be on Friday, February 6, 2015, from 5-8 PM with a prayer service at 7 PM in the Maple Lake Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Maple Lake Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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(June 1, 1931 - January 26, 2015)

Hayes "Wink" Tucker, 83, of Maple Bay, Minnesota, died on Monday, January 26, 2015, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

He was born on June 1, 1931, to John and Wilma (Fortenberg) Tucker in Carthage, Mississippi. As a youngster, he was given the nickname "Wink" because of his sensitivity to light. He graduated from Carthage High School in 1949, and went on to East Central Junior College in Decatur, MS, studying pre-med. Wink joined the United States Navy on July 15, 1950, and was trained as a Hospital Corpsmen.

While in the Navy, Wink was stationed at Portsmouth, NH, where he met Juliette Tessier. On September 29, 1951, Wink was united in marriage to Juliette. During his service years, Wink was stationed on Navel Transport Ships during the Korean War. He was honorably discharged on March 25, 1954. Following Wink's discharge, he began studying Optometry at University of California Berkley. Wink and Juliette adopted their infant son and daughter, Kyle, in 1962, and Michele in 1964. Wink graduated as a Doctor of Optometry in 1959.

He practiced in California until his retirement in 1999. In 1989, Juliette died of complications of diabetes. He met Ann (Rasmussen) Abrahamson while visiting his son, Kyle, at U.N.D. They were married on December 26, 1992. They lived in Newark, CA and Truckee, CA, till retirement, and then they moved to Maple Bay, Minnesota in 2001, to be near family. He and Ann began attending Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, where they grew in their faith and made many new and dear friends. Wink was a true "Southern Gentleman" in every aspect of his life. His gentle and caring nature was seen in everything he did.

Whether Wink was outside keeping up the yard and garden or inside ironing or cooking, fishing was on his mind. He loved to fish at Lake Tahoe in California and Lake of the Woods in Minnesota. Wink also fished in many of the area lakes. Being with his Men's Church group playing golf and visiting with them afterward was a weekly highlight for Wink. He loved his children and grandchildren, as well as his beloved Ann, very much and would do anything for them.

Wink is survived by his wife, Ann, Maple Bay, Minnesota; one son, Kyle (Becky) Tucker, rural Gary, Minnesota; one daughter: Michele Tucker, San Francisco, CA; two step-sons: Lee (Cindy) Abrahamson, Fertile, Minnesota; and Tim (Tracy) Abrahamson, Coeur d' Alene, ID; one step daughter-in-law, Vieng Abrahamson, Fertile, Minnesota; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two sister-in-laws: Vera Tucker, Mobile, AL; and Cecile Clark, Dover, NH; nephews and nieces; and special friends, David and Claudia Sorvig, Maple Bay, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Juliette, step-son, Mark Abrahamson, two brothers: Wesley and Jim; and one sister: Lorena Murphy.

Memorial services will be on Friday, January 30, 2015, at 11 AM, in the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, Maple Bay, Minnesota.

Visitation will be on Thursday, January 29, 2015, from 5-7 PM with a prayer service at 6:30 PM in the Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be at the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Cemetery, Maple Bay, Minnesota.

Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota www.eriksonvikfh.com

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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(June 13, 1953 - January 25, 2015)

John Reid Wahlin, 61, Rindal, Minnesota died on Sunday, January 25, 2015.

Reid was born on May 13, 1953, to John Ole Menton and Franciska "Franny" Marie (Ramstad) Wahlin in Crookston. He graduated from Fertile-Beltrami High School in 1971. Reid attended Fergus Falls Community College, Moorhead State University and graduated from North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota, in 1977. Reid was hired as a vocational agriculture teacher in the fall of 1977 at Fosston High School, Fosston, Minnesota, and was an educator there for 33 years until his retirement in the spring of 2010.

On August 16, 1980, Reid was united in marriage to Shelly Christenson at Big Bend, Minnesota. They were blessed with two sons: Joshua Reid and Jesse Scott, and was a lifelong, faithful member of Faaberg Lutheran Church in Rindal. Reid strongly believed in the Lord Jesus Christ and over the years served as a Sunday school teacher, congregational president, and held several other positions. You would often see him at the church helping with various projects and he even spent some time quilting with the ladies. There was never a dull moment when Reid was around.

Over the years, Reid and his family enjoyed many ski trips to Big Powderhorn Mountain in Michigan. There are countless fishing, hunting, and camping stories created by the many friends and family members who dared go with Reid. He was a savant when it came to entertaining and his creativity knew no bounds. He especially enjoyed his 4th of July celebrations on Lake Elissa. He was raised a farmer and that passion never faded. He spent numerous hours working the dirt and growing flowers, vegetables and of course that famous sweet corn.

Reid was a dedicated, devoted educator to the students of Fosston High School. He always believed in "Kids First, Subject Matter Second." Students gravitated towards "Wahlin" and they knew he would do anything to help them out. He was involved in the FFA, coached, supervised dances, and each spring had his greenhouse ready for all to enjoy. Reid had a zest for life. He was never afraid to enlighten any conversation. He had a great love for his family and friends. Blessed be his memory.

Reid is survived by his children, Joshua and his wife, Jennifer and son Taydem (McGregor, Minnesota); Jesse and his fiance, Alecia Bodway (McGregor, Minnesota); his mother, Franciska "Franny" (Rindal, Minnesota); his siblings: Shelly Wahlin-Quinlan and her husband, Robert (McIntosh, Minnesota); Christopher and his wife, Karla (Crookston, Minnesota); Gail Sauve and her husband, Randy (Barnesville, Minnesota); and his numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his father, John Ole Menton Wahlin and uncle, Robert Wahlin.

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Memorial service: Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at 11:00am in Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal, Minnesota.

Visitation: Monday, February 2, 2015, from 5-7pm with a prayer service at 6:30pm in the Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the spring at the Faaberg Lutheran Cemetery, Rindal, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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(March 6, 1952 - January 23, 2015)

Grant Earl Ellegaard, 62, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Friday, January 23, 2015, at the Riverview Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota.

He was born on March 6, 1952, to Walter and Carol (McArthur) Ellegaard at Crookston, Minnesota. Grant attended Fertile High School, graduating in 1970. Following his schooling, Grant owned and operated Chicky's Pizza. On March 13, 1974, he enlisted into the United States Army, serving as a Military Police officer. He served in the Panama Canal Zone and throughout the United States. It was during this time Grant was also involved with the Boy Scouts of America and earned the 1974 Scout Master of the Year award in the canal zone. Grant was honorably discharged on November 15, 1978.

He returned to Fertile and, in 1976. Grant enrolled at Moorhead State University, Moorhead. He later transferred to Boise State University, Boise, Idaho, returning to Fertile. Grant kept busy working various jobs, before moving to Warroad, Minnesota, and working for Marvin Windows in the early 1990's. Grant went to training at East Grand Forks Technical College and earned a certificate as an emergency medical technician in 1991.

Grant became his father, Walter's, primary caregiver after the passing of his mother, Carol, in 1992. Grant would take his dad on winter trips to California where he would work for his brother, Eric, at Ellegaard Custom Finishing. Following his father's passing in 1998, Grant moved to Laguna Beach and worked for Eric full time, using his negotiating skills to keep the company supplied as the work progressed.

After returning to Fertile in the mid 2000's, Grant became an employee of the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen where he managed the Dollar Store at the Manitok Mall and later became the supervisor of the gift shop in the casino. One opportunity Grant looked forward to each year was being Santa Claus on the White Earth Indian reservation and distributing hats and gloves, as well as candy to the children of the area. Grant's Mini Donuts was his next business endeavor. He traveled with assistants to regional powwows providing snacks—donuts, hot dogs, candy, and pop. Grant truly enjoyed working with the young people and meeting new friends.

Grant's life was full of negotiations. Working out cooperative arrangements that benefited both parties was a joy to Grant. His generous nature allowed the good things he gained to follow over to those he knew. Spearing and angling were time well spent for Grant, as he loved to get the fish and, even better, he enjoyed giving the fish to others. His brother, Eric, and Grant shared a love of cooking and entertaining family and friends-- something they did often. His Concordia Lutheran Church Family has become very meaningful to him in the last years. Things we w ill all remember are Grant's jokes and stories—and, sometimes, they seemed to be the same.

Grant is survived by his sister: Shelly (Mark) Broden, Fertile; brothers: Eric (Joanie), Fertile; and Mark, Fertile; 10 nephews and nieces and nine great-nephews and nieces; and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Bruce 1992, and Barry 2011.

Funeral services will be on Monday, February 2, 2015, at 11 AM in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

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Visitation will be on Saturday, January 31, 2015, from 2-4 PM with a prayer service at 3:30 PM in the Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the Fertile City Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home - www.fredriksonfh.com

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Born: October 07, 1936
Died: March 14, 2015

Janis Aos, age 78, of Pine Lake near Gonvick, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, March 14th, at the Good Samaritan Center in Clearbrook, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Michael Sletto officiating. Interment will be in Lund Lutheran Cemetery, Gully, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Friday, March 20th, at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Janis Ione Fjerstad Aos was born on October 7, 1936 at home in Brandsvold Township, rural Fosston, Minnesota, to parents Lloyd and Sadie Carver Fjerstad. She grew up in Brandsvold Township and attended the Cloverdale country school and Fosston High School as part of the class of 1954.

Janis was united in marriage to Richard Aos on June 29, 1953 by the Rev. Halvor Lee. After their marriage, Dick and Jan moved to Fort Riley, Kansas while Dick was serving in the Army. After Dick’s discharge in January of 1955, they lived in Gully, Minnesota. In 1959, they moved to Red Lake Falls, Minnesota where Jan worked at a local fabric shop. They moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota in 1965 where she worked for Pillsbury in Grand Forks and Tri-Valley Opportunity Council in Crookston. In addition, Jan attended East Grand Forks technical college, graduating with a degree in interior design in 1975. They retired in 1988 and moved to Pine Lake near Gonvick, Minnesota where they have since resided.

She was a member of Lund Lutheran Church in Gully where she was active in ladies aid. She was also a member of the Gonvick American Legion Auxiliary Post #304 and the McIntosh V.F.W. Auxiliary Post #6891. She enjoyed painting, sewing and gardening.

Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Richard "Dick" of Pine Lake; one son, Ritchie Aos of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Michael (Grace) Aos of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Heather Geres of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Haley Aos and Ashley Aos, both of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; and Emily (Dean) Deck of Bemidji, Minnesota; six great grandchildren, Ian, Colin, Avrianna, Everett, Lance, and Deacon; one brother, Robert Fjerstad of Carleton, Minnesota; and two sisters, Mavis LaVoi of St. Cloud, Minnesota, and Vicki (Wayne) Strom of McIntosh, Minnesota. Nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Gregory; daughter, Pamela; one brother, Russell; sister, Shirley Knudson; brothers-in-law, Bill LaVoi and Winton Knudson; and one sister-in-law, Marie Fjerstad.

Pallbearers: Janis’s nephews - Clayton Fjerstad, Colin Fjerstad, Wayne Fjerstad, Mike LaVoi, Tim LaVoi, Terry LaVoi, Kevin LaVoi, Corey LaVoi, Dave LaVoi, Blake Knudson, Ron Knudson, Ryan Knudson, Chad Strom, Mark Strom, and Marshall Strom.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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Birth: Oct. 5, 1854

Death: Apr. 8, 1917

Mrs. Dewar's Funeral Fixed For Wednesday

Hammond Lady Dies Following Winter's Ailment on Sunday

Last rites over the remains of Mrs. Agnes Dewar, who died at her home in Hammond Township Sunday will be conducted from the family residence Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Dewar was 62 years of age and wife of James Dewar.

Besides her husband four children remain to mourn her death. They are Walter, Mrs. Ruby Emerson of Chisholm, Mrs. Anna Luhman and Esther. John Dewar, a step-son, also remains.

Mrs. Dewar has resided in this section for nearly 40 years past and had a large host of friends. She has been ill during the past winter and although death was not unexpected it came as a shock to the community.

Spouse:
James Dewar (1846 - 1934)

Children:
John Dopp Dewar (1879 - 1955)
Walter James Dewar (1886 - 1967) Esther Margaret Dewar (1893 - 1989)

Burial:
Zion Cemetery, Polk County, Minnesota

Source: Crookston Daily Times newspaper

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October 13, 1924 - March 21, 2015

Resided in Crookston, MN

Obituary--

Edward Richard Kurpius, 90, of Crookston, Minnesota, died early Saturday morning, March 21, 2015, at his home. Mass of Christian Burial for Ed will be held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston at 10:30 am, Saturday, March 28, 2015. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Friday from 5-7:00pm, with a 7:00pm prayer service and time of sharing. Visitation will also be at the church for one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be at the Ada Cemetery in Ada, Minnesota.

http://www.stenshoelhouske.com/obituary/

Source: www.stenshoelhouske.com

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Edward Richard Kurpius

October 13, 1924 - March 21, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

A farmer went home--

Edward Richard Kurpius, age 90, died peacefully at his home in Crookston, MN, on March 21, 2015.

Ed was born at the family farm outside of Staples, MN, on October 13, 1924. He was the youngest of seven children born to Steve and Clara (Knosalla) Kurpius, first descendants of Polish immigrants to America in the late 1800's.

Edward was baptized into the Catholic faith at the Sacred Heart Church in Staples and spent his pre-school years in Todd County.

His family moved to a farm near Caledonia, ND, in 1929. He attended grades 1-7 there and was confirmed at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hillsboro, ND.

In the spring of 1937 a move was made to the Lockhart area. There Edward graduated from the eighth grade. In 1938 the family moved onto a nearby farmstead. Due to this relocation Ed transferred to Beltrami to attend high school while assisting his father on the farm.

On October 2, 1946, he was united in marriage to Marjorie Bremer at the St. Joseph's parsonage in Ada. The couple moved onto the family farm in Pleasant View township that had been homesteaded by his new wife's grandparents. There they began a partnership of raising small grains and Holstein dairy cattle. It was here where they welcomed their two daughters, Connie and Mary Jane. After the birth of his second baby girl, Ed often said that he was going to order a rural mailbox sign that read "Edward Kurpius and Daughters!"

During the years on the farm the couple served as leaders for the Pleasant View 4-H Club and were active in activities at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ada. They were also non-stop supporters of their daughters' various school, church, and community activities.

In 1969 Ed retired from farming and turned his attention to business. He took over the ownership of the Texaco station in Ada where he served the community for fifteen years. In 1984 the doors of Kurpius Oil closed for the final time, and some well-deserved years of retirement and travel ensued. The couple joined a motor home group and traveled to all 48 of the continental United States, Mexico, and several provinces in Canada.

After fifty-six years of marriage Edward lost his wife, Marjorie, to cancer in December of 2002. It was during those twelve years of fighting the loathsome disease that his family was witness to his steadfast faith and devotion. They learned just how strong one can be when life hands you trials.

In the fall of 2003 Edward left Ada and moved to the Summerfield Apartments in Crookston to be closer to his family. It was here that we were reminded that God doesn't close doors without opening windows! At the apartments Ed met Delores Smith, and as they say, "The rest is history!" The couple were married at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston on June 14, 2004, and later honeymooned on the island of Maui. Edward always said that prior to his second marriage he had asked God for five more years - the Almighty granted him ten!

Although Ed officially retired from active farming in 1969, he was a true" blackland farmer" to the end. Prior to his death he was dreaming about ordering fertilizer for spring planting! He loved the feel of a handful of fresh black dirt between his fingers, insisted on planting perfectly straight rows - no angling off to the left or right, and rejoiced silently when his crops began to germinate and spring up through the rich Red River Valley soil. He thought there was nothing more beautiful than a field of blooming blue flax or the waves of purple and lavender alfalfa blossoms blowing in the summer breeze.

He enjoyed standing in the farmyard and calling for his herd of black and white Holstein cows to come slowly promenading in single file formation to the barn for milking time. The strong hands that did all the mechanical work on various pieces of farm equipment would also gently hold a tiny kitten or help a wobbly newborn calf adjust to its legs for the first time.

In 1978 when Paul Harvey wrote, "So God Made a Farmer," he must have known Edward. The opening passage states, "And on the eighth day God looked down on his planned paradise and said,' I need a caretaker.' So God made a farmer."

Edward possessed the quiet strength of a family patriarch and epitomized the image of a true partner in marriage. He was a strong and supportive father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, a truly selfless family man. We never stopped learning from him.

Edward is survived by his wife, Delores, and his two daughters, Connie (Lee) Kurpius-Hannesson and Mary Jane Kurpius-Brock, all of Crookston.He also leaves his wife's children, Connie Smith, Tracy Smith, Janie Ricord, and Sherri (John ) Helgaas, all of Crookston, Monty (Sharon) Smith of Miles City, Montana, Kelly (Eileen ) Smith of Langford, SD, and Scott Smith (Patrick Prochaska) of Minneapolis, his six grandchildren, Wendy (Scott) Berge of Grand Forks, ND, Darby (Beka) Miller of Waubun , MN, Jeanna Miller of Minneapolis, MN, Andrew (Tami) Miller of Moorhead, Larissa Kurpius-Brock of Crookston and Marinda Kurpius-Brock of Moorhead. Edward was blessed with the births of his eight great-grandchildren, Riley, Jacob, and Cole Miller, Alexia, Thomas, and Brenna Berge, Kendra Strommen, and Brianna Miller. Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews also survive.

With his passing he joins his first wife, Marjorie, a son-in-law, Bill Kurpius-Brock, his parents, Steve and Clara, his three brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe (Genevieve), Ted (Liz), Stanley (Verna), his three sisters and brothers-in-law, Mamie (Walter) Johnson, Lorraine (Amiel) Randel, Evangeline (Patrick) Hoemberg, and a step-daughter, Cindy LaFleur.

Edward will be remembered for his gentleness and compassion, his strong work ethic and integrity, and a lifetime firmly rooted in faith. We will miss him dearly. "Well-done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:21. May he rejoice forever in the Spirit of the Lord!

The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday at 10:30AM at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston with internment to follow at the Ada Cemetery.

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September 4, 1931 - March 20, 2015

Resided in Mentor, Minnesota

Obituary

Bernice E. Samuelson, 83, passed away March 20, 2015, at Essentia Hospital in Fosston, Minnesota. Bernice was born on September 4, 1931, in Crookston, Minnesota, to Roy and Nora Tinkham of Fisher, Minnesota, where she was raised and educated. She married Lester E. Samuelson on August 20, 1949, at the Fisher Lutheran Church. Throughout their life together they resided in Crookston, East Grand Forks, and Crookston a second time, before moving to Albert Lea, Minnesota, in 1977. While in Albert Lea, they owned Westrum's clothing store until their return to Maple Lake in 1993.

Early in Bernice's professional career she worked for the county ASCS office and later at UMC in the Athletic Director's office. After their years in Albert Lea, the couple retired to enjoy their time at the lake. Bernice and Lester spent many years traveling in their motor home visiting children in Alabama and Florida, and they too spent winters in south Florida for several years.

Bernice is survived by her husband Lester, three children: Julie Taylor of Destin, FL, Janna Samuelson of Nashville, TN, and Jon and April Samuelson of Destin, FL. Grandchildren include: Jason Taylor of Destin, FL, Kari (Taylor) and Willie Camp, Kim (Taylor) and Bill Hamlin, Kristine (Taylor) and Shane Goggans, all of Fort Payne, AL, Briana Samuelson of Seoul, Korea, Ben Samuelson of Birmingham, AL, Amber Tubbs of Jasper, AL, and Ashley Barrentine of Charleston, SC. Also included are ten great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

Bernice was preceded in death by her parents Roy and Nora Tinkham, brothers: Arthur, Earl and Alton Tinkham, all of Fisher; sisters-in-law, Wilma Tinkham and Muriel Tinkham; and son-in-law, Larry Taylor of Fort Payne, AL. God Bless the memory of Bernice E. Samuelson.

The funeral service for Bernice Samuelson will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston, Minnesota, with The Rev. Michael Sletto, officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Interment will follow at the Fisher Lutheran Cemetery, Fisher, Minnesota.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be given in Bernice's name to any of the following: Fisher Lutheran Cemetery Fund, c/o Fisher Lutheran Church, South 2nd Street, Fisher, Minnesota 56723; Mentor First Responders, 52 Lincoln Avenue, Mentor, Minnesota 56736; Faith Lutheran Church, PO Box 186, Mentor, Minnesota 56736; or the Humane Society of Polk County, PO Box 125, Crookston, Minnesota 56716.

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May 27, 1925 - March 18, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Arturo "Art" Rocha, 89, of Fisher, Minnesota, died Wednesday morning, March 18, 2015, at the Senior Living Center in McIntosh, Minnesota, with several of his family members at his bedside.

Art was born at Maxwell, Texas, on May 27, 1925, one of six children of the union of Merced and Lorenza (Cordova) Rocha. He grew up in San Marcus, Texas, and later came to Fisher with his family. In 1954 Art and Amelia Davila were united in marriage in a civil ceremony in Texas, and on July 22, 1957 they again spoke their vows at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston. Art and Amelia made their home in Fisher where they raised their eight children. Art was employed at the Villa St. Vincent in Crookston for many years until his retirement.

He also worked seasonally on the Harold and Robert Ross farm helping put the crops in and harvesting them in the fall. In retirement he was employed at the Crookston Daily Times and also provided janitorial service at the Crookston Eagles Hall, where he was affectionately known as "Lucky." Two years ago Art moved to Crookston when Amelia became a resident of the nursing home in McIntosh. Last August, when his health began to fail, he moved to the Senior Living Center at McIntosh. Art was a former longtime parishioner of St. Francis Catholic Church at Fisher, and currently a member of the Cathedral parish in Crookston. He had also held membership in Crookston Eagles Aerie #873 for over 40 years.

Art loved his wife, Amelia, and their family with all his heart, and there wasn't anything he wouldn't do for them. He enjoyed entertaining everyone at cookouts, and looked forward to playing bingo at the Eagles on Saturdays. He will be very lovingly remembered and sadly missed.

Art is survived by Amelia, his wife of 57 years; their eight children: Arthur (Emma) Rocha of Maxwell, Texas, Arlene (Lars) Hamland of Kalispell, Montana, Robert (Lynnette) Rocha of Crookston, Minnesota, Molly Marshall of Waco, Texas, Irene (Shannon) Gladue, Frank Rocha, and Nora (Steve) Geatz, all of Crookston, and Jay Rocha of Kalispell; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. The last of his family, Art was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings: Pedro "Pete" Rocha, Frank Rocha, Consuelo Martinez, Juan Rocha, and Elia Rodriguez.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Arturo Rocha will be held at 2PM, Monday, March 23, 2015, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Sunday from 5-7PM, with a 7PM prayer service, and also at the church for one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Crookston in the spring.

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November 26, 1915 - March 18, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Eleanor Johnson, 99, of Crookston, Minnesota, died peacefully Wednesday morning, March 18, 2015, at the Villa St. Vincent, with her family at her side.

Florence Eleanor Ueland was born on November 26, 1915 in Nielsville, Minnesota, the daughter of Kalmer and Selma (Hanson) Ueland. While growing up on the farm near Shelly, Minnesota she attended a nearby country school, and then spent her high school years at the Northwest School of Agriculture in Crookston. For several years she worked as a nurse's aide at the Bethesda Hospital in Crookston.

On October 31, 1941, she was united in marriage to Theodore Kenneth Gordon Johnson in Crookston. Their marriage would be blessed by the births of two daughters, Debra and Kristie. She continued to work at Bethesda until the girls were born and then devoted herself to being wife, mom, and homemaker in a busy household. Cooking and baking for her family was something Eleanor loved to do. It also meant that the Johnson home became a gathering place for all the kids in the neighborhood, and a chance for them to enjoy some of Eleanor's baked treats. Sadly,

Theodore passed away on October 13, 1984. Volunteering was very important to Eleanor and she devoted many hours to the RiverView Hospital Auxiliary and helping out at Wesley United Methodist Church where she was a very devoted member. She was a kind and gentle lady, with an ever-present smile that would light up the room. She would never ask for help, but was always there to help others. May God bless Eleanor's memory.

Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Kristie Wagoner of Crookston, Minnesota; six grandchildren: Fred (Linda) Swanson of Braham, Minnesota, Tammy Thayer of Rush City, Minnesota, Peggy (Todd) Sager of Princeton, Minnesota, Andy (Mandy) Swanson of Braham, Amy Piatz of Stanchfield, Minnesota, and Tony Wagoner (his significant other, Amy Johnson, and her children, Alexa Dittes, Taylor Johnson, and Jacob Else); fifteen great-grandchildren: Danny Swanson, Brittany Saumer, Ashley and Megan Swanson, Allissa, Madison, and Abbey Thayer, Brandon and Jenna Sager, Chelsey, Brooke, and Bethany Swanson, and Emily, Sara, and Amanda Piatz; two great-great grandchildren, Tanner and Kaylee Saumer; and other relatives.

In addition to Theodore, her beloved husband of 42 years, Eleanor was preceded in death by her daughter, Debra Swanson; parents, Kalmer and Selma Ueland; and a brother and sister-in-law, Kermit and Ursela Ueland.

A memorial service celebrating the life of Eleanor Johnson will be held at 2:30PM, Saturday, March 21, 2015, at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Crookston with The Rev. Michelle Miller, officiating. Visitation with the family will be for one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be in the Oakdale Cemetery in the spring.

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March 21, 1926 - March 18, 2015

Resided in Gentilly, Minnesota

Obituary

Cyril Joseph "Cy" Benoit, 88, of Gentilly, Minnesota, died Wednesday morning, March 18, 2015, at the Villa St. Vincent in Crookston with his wife, Darlene, and other family members at his side.

Cy was born on the family farm near Gentilly, Minnesota on March 21, 1926, the son of Louis E. and Rose (Chouinard) Benoit. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Gentilly and attended the Gentilly School. In 1944, Cy graduated from Crookston's Cathedral High School, where he lettered in football. For the next several years he operated the farm before entering the US Army on April 10, 1951. He served with the Fifth Army, 744th Ordinance Company, and was stationed at Ft. Lewis, Washington.

Following his honorable discharge on April 9, 1953, Cy returned home and resumed farming. He became engaged to Darlene Marie Hagelie in May of 1963, and on December 28th of that year they were united in marriage at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Crookston. Cy and Darlene made their home in Gentilly Township, where Cy farmed until his retirement in 1985. In semi-retirement he remained busy and active by helping out on the Duane Lien farm during the beet harvest, and volunteering his time at the Corral Lanes Bowling alley in Crookston.

Cy was an excellent bowler and accumulated quite a few trophies, pins, and patches during his many years of league and tournament bowling in Crookston and the surrounding area. Many a summer's evening found Cy out throwing horseshoes, again with great success. He was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, and also held memberships in Crookston American Legion Post #20, Fisher American Legion Post #242, and 40 & 8 Voiture 772. Cy was a past commander of the Theodore Stalemo Post at Fisher and enjoyed cooking for the Legion suppers held there.

Cy had a heart of gold and was of great help to Darlene's parents as they grew older. He enjoyed volunteering his time and would do anything to help out someone in need. One of Cy's nephews summed things up best when sharing some 'Cy memories,'…"he wouldn't sell you something, but he might just give it to you."

Grateful to have shared in Cy's life is, Darlene, his beloved wife of fifty-one years; his brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Florence Benoit of Gentilly, Minnesota; Darlene's brother and his wife, Christopher and Mary Hagelie of Remer, Minnesota; several nieces and nephews: Diane (Paul) Gratton of Fargo, North Dakota, Kathy (Gary) Shulstad of Halstad, Minnesota, Nancy (Greg) Searle of Eagan, Minnesota, Jane (Ervin) Vigness of Nielsville, Minnesota, Brian (Laurie) Benoit, Gregory (Joyce) Benoit, and Neal (Beth) Benoit, all of Crookston, Minnesota, Brenda (Mario) Ruberto of St. Michael, Minnesota, Jason (Jennifer) Hagelie of Big Lake, Minnesota, Sara (Jon) Lemke of Victoria, Minnesota, Jonathan (Tonya) Hagelie of Brainerd, Minnesota, Melissa (Joseph) Flemmer of Cross Lake, Minnesota; and many great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Michael Joseph, who died in June of 1964; and his parents, Louis and Rose. Blessed be Cy's memory.

The funeral service for Cyril "Cy" Benoit will be held on his 89th birthday, Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 10:30AM, at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday from 5-7PM, with a 7PM prayer service, and also for one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Gentilly, Minnesota. Military Honors will be provided by the Crookston Veterans Council, Fisher American Legion Post #242, and the Minnesota National Guard.

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March 7, 2015 - March 7, 2015

Resided in Fisher, Minnesota

Obituary--

William Michael Stromsodt was welcomed into Heaven early Saturday morning, March 7, 2015 and is now watching over his very loving and heart-broken mom and dad, Laura Ann (Reiter) Stromsodt and Nicholas Scott Stromsodt of Fisher, Minnesota.

He is also watching over his grandparents: Craig and Cathy Reiter of Elgin, Minnesota and Scott and Teresa Stromsodt of Bismarck, North Dakota; great-grandparents: Louis Reiter of Elgin, Minnesota, Paul and Eleanor Stellpflug of Rochester, Minnesota, Sherman and Alice Stromsodt of Cooperstown, North Dakota, and Arlene Kramer of West Fargo, North Dakota; his aunts, uncles, and cousins: Tom and Maggie Reiter and their children, Lyden and Myka, of Elgin, Minnesota, Scott and Holly Long of Austin, Minnesota, Brenda Reiter of Kalamazoo, MI, Steve Reiter of Elgin, Minnesota, and Eric Stromsodt of Three Forks, MT; and many other extended family members. He was preceded in death by great-grandparents, Rosemary Reiter and Bernard Kramer.

A private memorial service will be held. Nick and Laura make their home at 411 4th Street South, Fisher, Minnesota 56723.

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July 7, 1957 - March 4, 2015

Resided in Fisher, Minnesota

Obituary

Michael Dean Marschall, 57, of Fisher, Minnesota, died peacefully late Wednesday evening, March 4, 2015, at the Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota, with family at his side.

Michael was born at Minot, North Dakota on July 7, 1957, one of four sons of the union of Elloide and JoAnn (Schmidt) Marschall. He grew up on the family's farm near Max, North Dakota, was baptized and confirmed at Hope Lutheran Church, rural Sawyer, North Dakota, and graduated from Max High School in 1975. Michael enrolled at the Wahpeton (North Dakota) State School Science, where he earned an associated degree in architectural drafting. He then began working as a draftsman for Ask, Inc in Minot.

After a few years he became employed with another Minot firm, SSR Engineers. Michael was united in marriage to Andrea Jo Jung on May 29, 1982 at Hope Lutheran Church. Their marriage would be blessed by the births of daughters, Sarah and Emily. The family made their home in Minot until 1991 when they moved to Fisher, Minnesota. Michael accepted a transfer to the Grand Forks office of SSR, which was known as Poykko Engineers. His specialty was electrical design and he worked on several large projects including the Ralph Engelstad Arena and Alerus Center. His company underwent another name change later and today is known as ONE. Michael had been with the company through all its growth and changes for the past twenty-two years to the present time. He suffered a serious stroke on December 17th and had been courageously fighting its effects for the past 77 days. Throughout this time he never lost his sense of humor, and continued to entertain family and friends alike with his famous home-grown one-liners.

Michael and Andrea were devoted members of Fisher Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council. He was also quite active in the Fisher community and was a city councilman for several years. His greatest passion after his children was University of North Dakota hockey, and he still referred to them as the 'Sioux.' Michael was extremely proud to have worked on the Ralph and he and daughter, Emily, were season ticket holders who never missed a game until his illness. For Emily's college graduation from UNorth Dakota Michael had a Sioux themed cake made and was so excited about it he forgot to add "Congratulations."

Michael and oldest daughter, Sarah loved to go shopping, stop in at garage sales, and never missed an art fest. They would disappear all day and come home with absolutely nothing...but they had a great time doing it. He would take his daughters to concerts, whether he wanted to or not, and had a great time with Sarah at a Timberwolf/Utah Jazz game in the cities awhile back. In short, there wasn't anything Michael wouldn't do for his girls. Michael and Andrea became grandparents recently, with Sarah giving birth to Evangeline Michelle last November 14th, and Emily giving birth to Harley Lynn on February 17th. He got to hold both of his granddaughters and he was indeed very proud. Michael will be very lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family and many friends.

Grateful to have shared in his life is Andrea, his beloved wife of 32 years; and their two daughters and families: Sarah Marschall Friesner, her husband, Eric, and their daughter, Evangeline Michelle, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, and Emily Marschall Moulds, her husband, Casey, and their daughter Harley Lynn, of Fisher, Minnesota. He also leaves his parents, Elloide and JoAnn Marschall of Max, North Dakota; three brothers, Craig and wife, Brenda, of Windom, Minnesota, Darell and wife, Beth, of Sandy, UT, and Todd and wife, Laura (Andrea's sister) of Lincoln, North Dakota; his parents-in-law, Jim and Norma Jung of Browns Valley, Minnesota; Andrea's siblings: Lynn (Joe) Hodny of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Teresa (Jack) Appel of Browns Valley, Sue (Lee) Varpness of Montevideo, Minnesota, Gina (Jeff) Thorne of Mina Lake, South Dakota, and Laura (Todd) Marschall; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by a nephew, Shawn Thorne; and his grandparents, August and Rosella Marschall and Rudoph and Emma Schmidt. May God bless Michael's memory.

A memorial service celebrating the life of Michael Dean Marschall will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 9th at the Fisher Lutheran Church in Fisher, Minnesota with The Rev. Karen Young Trenne, officiating. Visitation with the family will be for one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will take place at the Fisher Lutheran Cemetery in the spring.

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January 20, 1921 - March 3, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Emma LaCoursiere, 94, of Crookston, Minnesota, died peacefully at her home Tuesday afternoon, March 3, 2015, under the care of Altru Hospice and with her family at her side.

Emma was born in Gervais Township, near Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, on January 20, 1921, the daughter of Bert and Mamie (Desotell) Dondoneau. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Terrebonne, Minnesota and attended Wildwood country school through the 8th grade. Emma was united in marriage to Omer LaCoursiere on June 23, 1941 at St. Anthony Church. The couple farmed in Gervais Township until retiring in 1964 and moving into Red Lake Falls. Omer passed away on November 19, 1991. They had been married for 50 years. Emma remained in Red Lake Falls until 2001 when she moved to Crookston to be with her daughters.

She enjoyed gardening, quilting, crocheting Barbie Doll clothes, baking, and being a homemaker. Her pets held a special place in her heart throughout her life. Emma was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception parish, the Cathedral Guild, St. Anne's Society, and Eagles Aerie Auxiliary 873.

Emma is survived by her daughters, Ruby and Gladys LaCoursiere of Crookston, Minnesota; a sister-in-law, Theresa LaCoursiere of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Omer, and her parents, Bert and Mamie, and as the last surviving member of her family by her 4 siblings: Alice (Edwin) LaFave, Cora (George) Reopelle, Leah (Louis) Perra, and Steve (Elizabeth) Dondoneau. May God bless Emma's memory.

Mass of Christian Burial for Emma LaCoursiere will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, March 9, 2015, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston with The Rev. Vincent Miller, presiding. Visitation will be at the church on Monday from Noon until the time of the funeral. Interment will be in the Calvary Cemetery, Crookston. Memorials may be directed in Emma's name to Altru Hospice, c/o Altru Health System, PO Box 6011, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58206-9932.

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July 15, 1928 - March 1, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Gordon Richard "Bud" Salem, 86, a longtime Crookston, Minnesota businessman, died Sunday morning, March 1, 2015, at RiverView Health in Crookston, with members of his loving family at his side.

Bud was born in Crookston on July 15, 1928, the son of Lebanese immigrants, Barber and Emma (Joseph) Salem. He was baptized and confirmed at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and attended Cathedral Schools. Bud played football and hockey for Cathedral High School and graduated in 1946. He was employed by the Minnesota Highway Department in Crookston before entering the US Army on November 10, 1950. Bud served with the 5th Army, 17th Engineering Battalion, and was stationed in Germany as part of the Army of Occupation. He received his honorable discharge with the rank of TSGT on October 29, 1952. He then returned to Crookston and was employed by his brothers, Sam and Muss, in their bar known as "The Mint." He later sold Fords for his cousin, George Salem, at his car dealership in Red Lake Falls, Mi, and then spent several years working at Salem's Corner in Crookston, owned by his brother, Sam. After George Salem purchased Saul Motors in Crookston, and renamed it Salem Motors, he began selling Fords for him once again. On February 23, 1963 Bud was united in marriage to Theresa Victoria Klein at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Karlsruhe, North Dakota. They settled into their home in Crookston and later welcomed daughters, Brenda and LeaAnn, into their lives. Following George Salem's death, Bud and partner, Harold Martin purchased the business in 1965, continuing to operate it as Salem Motors. In 1981, Harold's son, Dennis, became the new partner. After 48 years operating the dealership, Salem Motors was sold to Christian Brothers in February of 2013

Bud and Terry were devoted members of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, where he served on several committees and helped organize many fundraisers. They enjoyed spending time at their Maple Lake home, near Mentor, Mi, and looked forward to entertaining family and friends. Throughout his life Bud was an avid sports fan, but his passion always remained with hockey. In younger days he coached the Senior Pirates, and together with several of his buddies, traveled to the State Hockey Tournament in the Twin Cities year after year. He was a longtime member of the Crookston Park Board and Hockey Boosters, and was honored as a recipient of the Hockey Boosters Award. Bud was also a lifetime member of the Eagles, American Legion Post 20, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1902, and the Knights of Columbus. He liked to cut grass, whether at home or at the lake, and loved to spend time in the three gardens that he maintained all summer long. He was a great cook, and preparing Lebanese food was one of his specialties. Bud will long be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and his wink and warm smile. He loved Terry, the girls, and his grandson with all his heart, and during the final days of his illness would light up whenever they came into the room. Though his days were numbered, each and every one of his family has memories that will last forever.

Bud is survived by his beloved wife, Terry, and the couple had just celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on February 23rd. Also surviving are their two daughters, Brenda Salem of Minneapolis, Minnesota and LeaAnn Salem of Crookston, Minnesota; grandson, Gavin Richard Salem-Boman of Crookston; sister-in-law, Shirley Salem of Crookston; Terry's six siblings: John (Regina) Klein of Minot, North Dakota, Jean (Adam) Wald of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Emmanuel (Angela) Klein of Minot, Ted Klein of Lisbon, North Dakota, Allan (Elaine) Klein of Surrey, North Dakota, and Cornelius (Celia) Klein of Spearfish, South Dakota; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Barber and Emma; three brothers: Marcel "Muss" (Myrtle) Salem, and Louis and Sam Salem; and five sisters: Mary (Art) Anderson, Sally (Olaf) Homdrom, Agnes (Estol "Pat") Taylor, Betty (Roy) Bachellor, and Barbara (Richard) Butler. May God bless Bud's memory.

The Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Gordon "Bud" Salem will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 7, 2015, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston with Bishop Victor Balke, presiding, and The Rev. Vincent Miller, Concelebrating, together with other priests from the Diocese. Visitation with the family will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Friday from 5-7:00 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, and also at the church for one hour prior to the Mass. Military Honors will be provided by the Crookston Veterans Council. Inurnment will take place at the Calvary Cemetery, Crookston, in the spring.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be given in Bud's name to the National Kidney Foundation, Cathedral Elementary School, Sisters of St. Benedict, Villa St. Vincent, or St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

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August 20, 1943 - March 4, 2015

Resided in Climax, Minnesota

Obituary

Rodney Alexander Spokely, 71, of Climax, Minnesota, died Wednesday morning, March 4, 2015, at Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota with his family by his side. He had been battling ill health for several months.

Rodney was born in Crookston, Minnesota on August 20, 1943, one of four children of the union of Francis and Thelma (Bratteli) Spokely. He grew up on the family's farm near Nielsville, and was baptized and confirmed at the St. Petri Lutheran Church. Rodney attended grade school in Nielsville and graduated from Climax High School in 1961. He then attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis majoring in Agriculture.

During his junior year he applied to the Peace Corps, and after acceptance was assigned to an agricultural area near Bogata, Columbia, in South America. Rodney spent two years working with the people there to improve farming practices through farm planning, erosion and pest control, soil surveys, animal husbandry and marketing cooperatives. The trip home became a major life event, as he and a good friend bought motorcycles in Panama and rode their way back to Climax. Rodney then began farming with his father and brothers.

On August 1, 1970, he was united in marriage to Rebecca Jo Larson at the Shelly-Marsh River Lutheran Church in Shelly. The couple settled on their farm in Hubbard township and were blessed by the births of three daughters: Michon, Jennifer, and Mandi. Rodney had been farming potatoes and grains to the present time with his brothers, Francis Jr. and Lonnie.

Horses were a big part of his life, and in 1977 he and a friend introduced a breed known as Paso Fino to the state of Minnesota. Rodney owned and bred these horses for many years, and always looked forward to getting his grandkids out to the farm to go riding. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends as well as car races. Rodney was a lifelong member of St. Petri Lutheran Church, and a member of the Red River Valley Potato Growers' Association, and Paso Fino Breeders' Association. Rodney will be deeply missed by all that were blessed to know him.

Rodney leaves his beloved wife of forty-four years, Becky, and their three daughters and families: Michon and Paul Metzger, and Jennifer and Lance Reitmeier, of Fisher, Minnesota, and Mandi and Ben Hoff of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; together with five grandchildren: Hayden, Ella, and Malene Reitmeier and Paisley and Evie Hoff. Rodney is also survived by his two brothers, Francis and Linda Spokely Jr. of East Grand Forks, Minnesota and Lonnie and June Spokely of Hillsboro, North Dakota; a brother-in-law, Joseph Cudd of San Antonio, TX; Becky's siblings, Betty and Ray Malmlov and Brian and Marlys Larson, of Moorhead, Minnesota; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Thelma; sister, Sandra Cudd, who died on September 30, 2013; and parents-in-law, Lester and Idella Larson. Blessed be Rodney's memory.

The funeral service for Rodney A. Spokely will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, 2015, at the Shelly Marsh River Lutheran Church in Shelly, Minnesota, with The Rev. Valerian Ahles, officiating. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston on Monday from 5-7:00 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, and also at the church for one hour prior to the funeral. Interment will be in the Sundet Cemetery, rural Nielsville. Memorials may be given in Rodney's name to the Juvenile Diabetes Association or St. Petri Lutheran Church.

Source: www.stenshoelhouske.com

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