Polk County Obituaries
Part 058
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Phyllis Ruth (Enge) Oberg 1931-2015
July 21, 1931 - August 12, 2015
Phyllis Ruth (Enge) Oberg, 84, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed
away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015, at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks,
North Dakota.
Phyllis was born on July 21, 1931 in Hardy, Iowa, to the late Alvin
and Aletta (Johnson) Enge. As a child she and her family moved to Crookston,
Minnesota where she grew up and graduated from Crookston High School in 1948.
She was united in marriage on May 29, 1952 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Glenn
Oberg. They farmed in the Angus, Minnesota area until moving to East Grand
Forks, Minnesota in 1966. They moved to Reynolds, North Dakota in 1972 and
then to Grand Forks in 1986. She provided home child care, worked at Young
Manufacturing, Olson Drug, and K-Mart.
Phyllis is survived by her children, Daniel (Lu Ann) Oberg of Wauban,
Minnesota; Debra (Thomas) Longtin of Waukesha, Wisconsin; Dean (Helen)
Oberg of Grand Forks, North Dakota; Diane Hillebrand of Grand Forks,
North Dakota; grandchildren, Rebecca, Amy, Alan, Ben, Zack and Allison;
great-grandchildren, Jonathan and Nori; sister, Norma (James) Miller; and
many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her husband Glenn on August 21, 1999;
parents; brothers, Arnold, Claire, Raymond, and Allen Enge, and sister,
Ilene Knapp.
Funeral Service: 10:30 am, Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Augustana
Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Visitation: 5:00 pm to 7:00pm, Friday, August 14, 2015 at Augustana
Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota with a Prayer Service at
6:30 p.m.
Interment: Memorial Park Cemetery, Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/
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Mary (Powers) Crystal 1915-2015
March 5, 1915 - July 15, 2015
Life Legacy--
Mary Crystal, 100, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Wednesday,
July 15, 2015, 2015 at the Valley Eldercare, Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Mary Crystal was born March 5, 1915, in East Grand Forks, Minnesota,
the daughter of Thomas and Mary A. (O'Leary) Powers. She grew up in East
Grand Forks and graduated from East Grand Forks Sacred High School in
1934. She married Joseph Crystal at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, East
Grand Forks on June 17, 1943. She worked at JC Penny, Northern States
Power, and the East Grand Forks Water and Light, retiring in 1970.
She is survived by two children, John "Jack" (Eileen) Crystal of
Fort Collins, Colorado, and Mary Jo (Gary Gardner) Crystal of Thompson,
North Dakota; by five grandchildren, and by one brother, Tom Powers, of
East Grand Forks, Minnesota.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joe in 1993
and son Robert J. "Bobby" Crystal.
Funeral Service: Date and Time Pending at Sacred Heart Catholic
Church in East Grand Forks, Minnesota
Visitation: One Hour Prior to Service
Interment: Calvary Cemetery, Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Arrangements by: Dahl Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota
Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/
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Barbara Shirley (Riley) Wang 1941-2015
Death Notice--
(August 7, 1941 - July 12, 2015)
Barbara Wang, age 73, of Fertile, Minnesota, died Sunday, July 12,
2015, at Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile.
Funeral: 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 17, 2015, at Concordia Lutheran
Church, Fertile.
Visitation: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday with a 6:30 p.m. prayer service
at Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile.
Burial: Concordia East Cemetery, Fertile.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
OBITUARY--
Barbara Shirley Wang
August 7, 1941 - July 12, 2015
Barbara Wang, 73, Fertile, Minnesota, died Sunday, July 12, 2015, at
Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile.
Barbara Shirley Riley was born August 7, 1941, to Kenneth and Joyce
(Cathers) Riley in New Auburn, Wisconsin. In 1955, the family moved to
Poplar, Montana, where Barbara graduated from high school in 1959.
On October 24, 1959, Barbara married Stanley Wang in Poplar. They lived
near Sidney, Montana, where Stan worked on a farm until November of 1960,
when they moved to Minnesota, living first in Winger and rural Fosston and
then moving to Fertile in 1965. For many years Barbara worked at home as
a seamstress until 1989, when she went to work as a secretary/bookkeeper
for J. R. Dale Farm Supply, working there until 2000. Over the years Barbara
served as a Cub Scout leader, and held several volunteer offices at
Concordia Lutheran Church.
Barbara is survived by her daughter: Lisa Liden, her son: Stanton both
of Fertile, Minnesota; her grandchildren: Cati, Sarah and Donovan Liden,
Brittany and Christopher Wang, Keyton, Kade and Koldyn Wang, brothers:
Monte (Linda) Riley; Larry (Margaret) Riley; Harlan (Jackie) Reidiger;
Jeffrey (Julie) Nelsen; sisters: Bonnie Bechtel; Karen (Claude) Adamson;
Paulette (Clete) Leinen.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Stan; sons, Michael and his
wife Carol, and Matt; and by brothers, Lanny and Randy Riley.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
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Marvin Klemmetson 1936-2015
Born: July 03, 1936
Died: July 19, 2015
U.S. Veteran
Marvin Klemmetson, age 79, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday,
July 19, 2015, at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, North Dakoa.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1st,
at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Dan Cole and the Rev.
Aage Carlsen officiating. Interment will be held at a later time in Kingo
Lutheran Cemetery. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the
service on Saturday, August 1st, at the church.
Military honors will be conducted by the National Guard Honors Team
and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the
arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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Lloyd Bagstad 1914-2015
Lloyd Bagstad
Born: September 03, 1914
Died: July 18, 2015
Lloyd Bagstad, age 100, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday,
July 18th, at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 25th, at
Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh with the Rev. Melody Kirkpatrick
officiating. Interment will be in Sand Hill Cemetery, rural Winger,
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, July 24th, and for one hour prior
to the service on Saturday, all at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in
McIntosh. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving
McIntosh, and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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Mernice Joy (Helm) Petry 1935-2015
(October 17, 1935 - July 20, 2015)
Mernice Joy Petry, age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, July
20, 2015 at the Twin Valley Living Center, Twin Valley, Minnesota.
Mernice was born on October 17, 1935 in rural Fertile, Minnesota, to
Ralph and Doris (Olson) Helm. She grew up with her brother, Doug, on a rural
farm and attended Fertile schools, graduating in 1953. On January 3, 1954,
Mernice married Leroy (Guy) Petry at St. John's Lutheran Church, rural
Fertile. In the years to come, they were blessed with four beautiful
children: Greg, Tim, Deann, and Dan. Mernice & Leroy started a family
farm where she enjoyed driving tractor, combining, working on the farm,
& providing for her family.
She also enjoyed the time she spent working at Bergeson Nursery,
waitressing in Fertile, as a food demonstrator at Hugo's in Crookston,
and being the choir director at St. John's Lutheran Church. She
especially enjoyed making people laugh, Fertile-Beltrami sporting
events, especially watching her grandchildren, supporting Minnesota
sports teams, and she certainly loved people & giving back.
Mernice is survived by her sons: Greg (Bonnie) Petry & Tim (Jodi) Petry,
both of Fertile, Minnesota. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren & 13
great-grandchildren; several nephews, nieces and cousins.
Mernice was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph & Doris Helm, her
brother, Doug Helm, her daughter, Deann Alonzo, her son, Dan, and her
husband, Leroy. Leroy and Mernice shared many wonderful years together
and Mernice's family is thankful that she is now dancing with her Leroy
again, up in heaven.
Funeral: 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 27, 2015 at Concordia Lutheran Church,
Fertile, Minnesota.
Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
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Galen Harold Oberg 1947-2015
Galen Oberg, 68, of Argyle, Minnesota, passed away to be with
his beloved wife, Judy, on Monday, July 27, 2015.
Galen Harold was born on July 17, 1947, to Harold and Violet (Leikness)
Oberg, in Crookston, Minnesota. He spent a few years in Angus, Warren, and
White Bear Lake, Minnesota, before moving to Argyle. He graduated from
high school and shortly after, entered the US Army, serving in Korea
during the Vietnam Era. He loved serving his country and actually
enjoyed his time overseas.
Upon his honorable discharge in 1968, Galen was married to Judith Horgen
on November 24, and the young couple made their home in Stillwater,
Minnesota. There, Galen had what was probably the best job of his life,
working at the Washington County Courthouse. He gave this up for his family,
however, when Judy wanted to return home to be near her relatives. From
then on, he worked at Strata Concrete, Argyle Building Center, and Nordic
Fiberglass, where he retired in 2014.
Galen will be remembered for his devotion to his wife, his love for his
children, and for his slicked-back "Elvis" hair, which he always kept in
perfect order, even in his last days under hospice care.
He is survived by his children, Cristina (Tony Wollin) Klegstad of
Karlstad, Minnesota, Aaron Oberg of Argyle, Amanda (Scott) Beasecker of
Stephen, Minnesota, Leslie (Robert) Donarski of Alvarado, Minnesota,
Meghan Oberg or Argyle, and Nate (Beth) Oberg of Roscoe, Minnesota;
grandchildren, Brooke, Karissa, Jada, Alexis, Shelby, Stevy. Lilly,
Kasen, Jay, Sierra, Isiah, Demetrius, Andrea, and Lennex; great-grandchild,
Kobe; and sisters, Sherry (Connie) Wallace, and Bonnie (Eddie) Sullivan.
In addition to his wife, who passed away on November 13, 2014, Galen was
preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Treyton Wilson; granddaughter,
Khloe Lou Donarski; infant sister, Darlene; brother-in-law, Kenneth Sevigny;
niece, Vicky Aberling; great-nephew, Nicky Sevigny; and great-nieces, Kayla
and Jazelyn Horgen.
Visitation: One hour prior to service at the church.
Memorial Service: Saturday, August 1, 2015, at 2:00 PM, in Our Savior's
Free Lutheran Church, Argyle, Minnesota.
Source: DuBore Funeral Home website, 28 July 2015
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Cecil Raymond Zarling 1916-2015
(November 19, 1916 - July 28, 2015)
DEATH NOTICE--
Cecil Raymond Zarling, 98, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Tuesday,
July 28, 2015, at his residence.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, August 1, 2015, at 11 AM in the
Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.
Visitation will be one hour be the services in the church.
Burial will be at the Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.
Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota -- www.eriksonvikfh.com
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website -- www.fredriksonfh.com
Cecil Raymond Zarling
(November 19, 1916 - July 28, 2015)
Cecil Raymond Zarling, 98, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Tuesday,
July 28, 2015, at his residence.
He was born to Otto and Augusta (Schulze) Zarling in Solway, Minnesota,
on November 19, 1916. Cecil attended school in rural Solway. Following
his schooling, he began working as a farm laborer. This brought him to
Fosston and, later, to the Beltrami area.
On November 22, 1949, Cecil was united in marriage to Eleanor Viola
Nelson in Ada, Minnesota. Cecil began trucking cattle to St. Paul,
Minnesota, while they lived in Moorhead, Minnesota. Cecil also worked
as a carpenter for large construction companies, building apartment
buildings for several years. He was very good at fixing problems that
developed in the construction process. In the 1970's, Cecil and Eleanor
moved to Fertile to care for Eleanor's mother. Cecil continued to work
with area carpenters. Over the years they developed a relationship with
the owners of Swanie's Resort and Campground on Middle Cormorant Lake,
near Lake Park, Minnesota. Cecil enjoyed tending to the lawn and other
repairs around the resort. Eleanor died on March 30, 1994, and Cecil
remained in the family home.
Cecil was a quiet, honest, hard working gentleman who cared for all he
met. Fishing and woodworking, especially making wooden furniture for his
grandchildren, kept Cecil busy. He enjoyed spending time at the local
cafe's, having a meal, drinking coffee and visiting with those he met.
Cecil also appreciated and loved his family.
Cecil is survived by his son, Michael "Mic" (Diane) Zarling, Moorhead,
Minnesota; daughter, Cheryl "Cheri" (the late James) Vraa, West Fargo,
North Dakota; five grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; and nieces and
nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brothers, son in law
James Vraa, two grandchildren; Jeffrey Vraa and Anthony Zarling; and one
great-granddaughter, Hannah Chandler.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, August 1, 2015, at 11 AM in the
Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.
Visitation will be one hour be the services in the church.
Burial will be at the Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.
Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home Fertile, Minnesota, www.eriksonvikfh.com
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
http://www.fredriksonfh.com/
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Kurmeth Juel "Kurmey" Hill 1934-2015
Born: January 14, 1934
Died: July 31, 2015
Kurmeth "Kurmey" Hill, age 81, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on
Friday, July 31, 2015, at Cornerstone Nursing and Rehab in Bagley,
Minnesota. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday,
August 6th, at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen
officiating. Interment will be in First Lutheran Cemetery, Mahnomen,
Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a
7:00 p.m. prayer service on Wednesday, August 5th and for one hour prior
to the service on Friday. All visitation will be at Hope Lutheran Church.
Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and
messages of condolence may be shared at www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Kurmeth Juel Hill was born on January 14, 1934 in Mahnomen County,
Minnesota, to parents Kurnel and Julia Thompson Hill. He was baptized and
confirmed in the Lutheran faith. He was raised on the family farm in Chief
Township in Mahnomen County, attended the Somer Country School and Bejou
Public School in Bejou, Minnesota.
He moved to Fosston with his mother and younger brother where he
attended the DAC of Fosston. With the help of very special teachers, he
became very efficient to handle responsibilities. He lived with family
members after his mother's death in 1975. Since 2000, he has resided at
Bethany Board and Lodge in Fosston.
He was employed by Kloster Fairway Foods, Hanson's Fairway Foods, and
Palubicki's of Fosston for many years. He was very proud and appreciated
these employers for giving him a chance to show his ability and became
quite a social butterfly. He retired in 2005. He was a special person and
made friends with everyone. He had to report for morning coffee at the
deli with local friends and highway patrols every day.
Kurmey was a real "Fosston Greyhounds Fan." He faithfully attended many
boys and girls sporting events through the years. He also enjoyed the Twins
and Vikings games, listening to the radio, old movies, word search books,
and loved to attend the Grand March at the Proms. He enjoyed participating in many Special Olympics in different states and always came home with medals.
He loved his church, family gatherings; and his love of people has
given him many friends. He will be fondly remembered and missed for his
smile, his friendly greetings, and his hugs.
Kurmey passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015 after a brief stay at
Cornerstone Nursing and Rehab in Bagley at the age of 81 years.
He is survived by his brother, Boyd Hill of Fosston; sister, Doris Holm
of Bagley, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Georgia Hill of Coos Bay, OR. Nieces, nephews
and cousins also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Milferd, Thomas,
Oliver and Merle; sisters, Leona Hill and June Larson; and brothers-in-law,
Kenneth Larson and Donald Holm.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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Arlene Hamre 1928-2015
Arlene Hamre
(October 8, 1928 - July 30, 2015)
Arlene Hamre, 86, rural Beltrami, Minnesota, died Thursday, July 30, 2015,
at Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.
Memorial Services will be on Saturday, September 5, 2015, in the Trinity
Lutheran Church, Beltrami, Minnesota, at 10:30 AM.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 4, 2015, in the Trinity Lutheran
Church, Beltrami, Minnesota, from 5-7 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:30 PM.
Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, rural Beltrami, Minnesota.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
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Allen Oscar Flateland 1941-2015
Born: February 05, 1941
Died: August 03, 2015
Allen Flateland, age 74, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Monday,
August 3rd at his residence in Fosston. Funeral services will be held on
Friday, August 7th at 11:00 AM at Sand Valley Lutheran Church in Trail,
Minnesota, with Dawn Hanson S.A.M. officiating. Visitation will be held
for one hour before the funeral at the church on Friday morning. Interment
will be at Sand Valley Lutheran Cemetery, Trail, Minnesota, and the
Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.
Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.
Allen Oscar Flateland was born on February 5, 1941 at home in Trail,
Minnesota, the son of Knute and Etta (Anderson) Flateland. Allen was
baptized at Sand Valley Church. He resided at home until the age of 17
and then entered Cambridge State Hospital in December 1958. Allen resided
there until May of 1960 when he moved to Brainerd State Hospital. In June
1969 Allen was transferred to Fergus Falls State Hospital and lived there
until his admission to the Fosston Group Home on December 28, 1979. He
began working at the East Polk County DAC in Fosston in January of 1980.
Allen enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He spent
every summer at home on the farm, driving tractor while picking up bales.
He was also home for every holiday and special event. Allen enjoyed his
years of work in the Fosston community, especially at the elevator.
Listening to music was his favorite pass time. Allen also enjoyed fishing
with friends.
Allen is survived by his sisters Kathleen Larson and Annette (Gerald)
Nelson both of Trail, Minnesota, his brothers Bradlee (Margaret) Flateland
of Foley, Minnesota, and Olin Flateland of Fosston, Minnesota; several
nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Arley
Flateland in 1996, Howard Flateland in 2009, and infant brother Keith
Flateland in 1936.
Allen Flateland died on Monday, August 3, 2015 at his home in Fosston
at the age of 74 years.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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Phronie Rose (Wandschneider) Olson 1925-2015
Born: August 24, 1925
Died: August 06, 2015
Phronie Olson, age 89, of Fosston, Minnesota, and formerly of Lengby,
Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, August 6th at Essentia Health First
Care Living Center in Fosston.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, August 10th,
at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lengby with Pastor Aaron Nitz officiating.
Interment will be in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery in Lengby. Visitation
will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a 6:00 p.m. prayer service
on Sunday, August 9th at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, and at
the church for one hour prior to the funeral on Monday.
Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston.
Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
Phronie Rose Wandschneider Olson
Born: August 24, 1925
Died: August 06, 2015
Phronie Olson, age 89, of Fosston, Minnesota, and formerly of Lengby,
Minnesota passed away on Thursday, August 6th at Essentia Health First
Care Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m.
on Monday, August 10th, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lengby with Pastor
Aaron Nitz officiating. Interment will be in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery
in Lengby. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a 6:00
p.m. prayer service on Sunday, August 9th at Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
in Fosston, and at the church for one hour prior to the funeral on Monday.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Paul's Church or Fosston Hospice
are appreciated. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Phronie Rose Wandschneider was born August 24, 1925 in Rabey, Minnesota
to parents William and Mathilda (Steindorf) Wandschneider. She was baptized
in Rabey and moved with family to Lengby, Minnesota in 1931. She attended
and was confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She attended elementary
school in Lengby and then Fosston High School graduating in 1943.
After high school, Phronie worked at Bill Glander's store and eventually
brother Walt operated the store. She also drove semi truck for
brother-in-law Orv Kilborn and enjoyed seeing the country that way. In
1948, a young Swede named Alfred Olson moved to Lengby from Farwell,
Minnesota, and purchased Island Lake Resort. Phronie's love of hunting
caught Al's eye and they were married in October 29, 1950. Together they
operated the resort until 1951. Al moved to Alaska and Phronie stayed in
Lengby and worked at the store.
Al & Phronie had two children, Alan was born in 1957 and Sherry came
along in 1961. Phronie was a stay-at-home mom, known for her chocolate
chip cookies and always offered to anyone that stopped by.
In 1974 Phronie joined the work force again, following in the footsteps
of her dad and brother Walt working for the U.S. Postal Service. She was
a clerk at the Lengby Post Office under Postmaster Beatrice Hilliard. She
loved this job and continued to work until retirement in 1990.
Phronie was an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lengby
where she was long-time treasurer of the St. Paul's Ladies' Aid as well
as a Friday School Teacher. She was also a member of the Lengby Improvement
Club (L.I.C.) where she was also treasurer for many years. She also loved
hunting and took pride in telling how she and her sisters would get their
limit shortly after duck opening while their brothers were still in the
blinds loading shells.
Phronie stayed in Lengby until her move to Cornerstone Assisted Living
in 2009 and then to First Care Living Center in 2012. She will be remembered
for her quick comebacks and humor. Staff often shared stories of her teasing
and wit.
Phronie's pride and joy were her grandkids, Matthew & Rebecca and she
attended as many school functions as she possibly could. She often had
them over after school and had a batch of fresh chocolate chip cookies
waiting for them.
On Thursday, August 6, 2015, Phronie Rose Olson passed away at First
Care Living Center at the age of 89 years, 11 months.
Phronie is survived by her son Alan and wife Jackie Olson of Lengby,
daughter Sherry and Brett (or Brent as Phronie called him) Wyman of Cass
Lake; two grandchildren Matt and wife Kelly Olson of Bismarck, Rebecca and
husband Aaron Myhre of Red Lake Falls, and one great grandson Cameron. Many
nieces, nephews & Godchildren also survive.
Phronie was preceded in death by her parents, an infant sibling,
husband Alfred, brothers Herb, Martin and Walt, and sister Mata Kilborn.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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Donald Marlowe Bolme 1931-2015
Born: September 13, 1931
Died: August 05, 2015
Don Bolme, age 83, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday,
August 5th at Essentia Health First Care Living Center in Fosston.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 10th,
at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston, with Pastor Paul Magelssen officiating.
Interment will be in Hope Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston. Visitation will be
held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday,
August 9th at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston, and will continue for one
hour prior to the funeral at the church on Monday. All visitation is at the
church.
Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston.
Messages of condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Donald Marlowe Bolme was born September 13, 1931 to Harold and Lena
(Wold) Bolme in rural Gully, Minnesota. He graduated from NW Agriculture
Center in Crookston, Minnesota, and started farming at age 17 years.
Don married Marge Disrud on June 19, 1954. They raised their family of
five children on their farm in rural Gully. They have fourteen grandchildren
and eight great-grandchildren. They were members of Zion Lutheran Church
for 27 years, and have been members at Hope Lutheran Church since 1981.
Don served on the Cenex Board, the Elevator Board, and the Gully Credit
Union Board, all in Gully.
Donald Bolme passed away August 5, 2015, of cancer, at Essentia Health
First Care Living Center in Fosston, at the age of 83 years.
He is survived by his loving wife Marge; children LaRae (Harold)
Gustafson, Reynolds North Dakota, Daniel (Lynn) Bolme, Lakeville,
Minnesota, Karyn Bolme, Fosston, Minnesota, David (Paula) Bolme, St. Michael,
Minnesota, and Jodell Stangler (Jesse Penrose), Rochester, Minnesota;
grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters LaVerne (Otto) Schmidt;
Beverly (Harold) Bale; Sharon (Entrip) Syverson and sister-in-law Beverly
Bolme.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother DeWayne and sister
Kathleen Bolme.
Don will always be remembered by his kind spirit and easy going attitude.
His motto was always "If something doesn't go right today, it can always
be fixed tomorrow!"
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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John Frederick Polley 1922-2015
Born: September 02, 1922
Died: August 08, 2015
U.S. Veteran--
John Polley, age 92, of Erskine, Minnesota, and formerly from the
Crookston and the McIntosh, Minnesota, area passed away on Saturday,
August 8th at Riverview Hospital in Crookston. Funeral services will be
held on Thursday, August 13th at 1:00 PM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church
in Crookston with Rev. Steve Bohler officiating. Visitation will be held
for one hour before the funeral at the church on Thursday. Interment will
be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in McIntosh. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral
Home of Fosston, Minnesota, is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of
condolence may be sent to www.carlinhoialmen.com.
John Frederick Polley was born September 2, 1922 to Fred and Esther
(Schweikert) Polley in rural McIntosh, Sletten Township. During his second
year of life a cattle disease called Bangs cleaned out his parent's dairy
herd and the family was destined to many years of living on rented land,
along with a depression. In the fall of 1940, Fred and Esther bought a
farm south of Fosston, Minnesota. John went to three different country
schools, McIntosh High School for three years, and Fosston High School
his senior year in 1941 to finish his education.
After high school, John worked as a lumberjack on 80 acres of stumpage
south of Ebro, Minnesota. John also found work at that time cutting oak
tie bolts for the railroad and helping an uncle, Herbert Polley of Rose
Bud, Montana, to finish harvesting small grain and sugar beets. In April
of 1942, John went to Crookston, Minnesota, to register for the draft, and
in November he was called into service.
John served in the U.S. Army from November 6, 1942 to October 30,
1945. He joined the 4th Ranger Infantry Battalion, reaching the rank of
Sergeant. He fought in six campaigns until his discharge in 1945.
In June of 1948 he married Mildred West of Winger, Minnesota. They had two
sons, John, born in 1949 and Mark, born in 1954. They moved to Minneapolis
in 1949, where John worked as a street car motorman and attended the
University of Minnesota. He also taught Veterans Ag in Wilmar, Minnesota,
before graduating from the U of M in 1954. John substitute taught Vo-Ag
until July of 1956 when he went to work with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture.
In 1968 he began teaching Soil and Water Conservation, Engineering,
Hydrology, Irrigation, and Soil Science at the University of Minnesota
Crookston. John retired in June of 1986. Mildred died of cancer in
September of 1987.
In December of 1989, John married Doris Brule and moved to Crookston,
Minnesota. Doris passed away in May 2015, and in June John moved to the
Country Place Apartments in Erskine, Minnesota, where he lived until his
passing at Riverview Hospital in Crookston on August 8, 2015. John enjoyed
teaching and he loved to travel.
Surviving family members include sons, John (Caryn) Polley of Grand
Rapids, Minnesota, and Mark (Patricia) Polley of Winger, Minnesota;
sisters-in-law Mary Lou Polley and Bonnie Polley; stepsons and
stepdaughters, Bonnie Brule of Mentor, Minnesota, Wayne Brule of Crookston,
Minnesota, Marlin (Stacy) Brule of Jordan, Minnesota, Randy (Tammy) Brule
of Mentor, Minnesota, Lynette (Jeff) Haugen of Coon Rapids, Minnesota,
Laurie (Tim) Wavra of Crookston, Minnesota, Chuck (Diana) Marshall of Florida,
John Stueber of Crookston, Minnesota; 29 grandchildren;
33 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Esther Polley; wife
Mildred (West) Polley; brothers, Roger Polley and Wesley Polley; sister
Marjorie (Polley) Holmstrom; wife Doris (Brule) Polley; stepdaughters
Linda (Brule) Marshall and Terri (Brule) Stueber.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
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Jacob Yanish 1991-2015
September 12, 1991 - August 2, 2015
Jacob T. Yanish, 23, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away Sunday,
August 2, 2015 at home.
Jacob was born to Tim and Roberta (Olson) Yanish in Grand Forks, North
Dakota on September 12, 1991.
Jacob lived a life where nothing would stop him. He was born with
hydrocephalus which caused some developmental delays. However, when he was
ready and determined to do something, he did it. He lived on his own for
the last two years. He was currently working at Hugo's #3 where he did a
variety of jobs, but operating the box crusher was his favorite. He also
enjoyed aggravating numerous coworkers at the store.
Jacob loved riding his 4 wheeler, going to the races, listening to Rock
and Roll music and playing his farming simulator game on the computer. He
really enjoyed a ride on the back of his dad's motorcycle. He taught us all
so much and touched each person he met. He had a great sense of humor and
an infectious smile.
Survivors include his parents, Tim and Roberta Yanish, East Grand Forks,
Minnesota; sister, Lisa Yanish, East Grand Forks, Minnesota; grandmothers,
Elsie Yanish, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and Sharon Olson, Grand Forks,
North Dakota, along with his aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous other
family and friends.
Jacob was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Leonard Yanish and
Robert Olson and his great grandparents.
Funeral Services will be on Friday, August 7, 2015 in Sacred
Heart Catholic Church of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Visitation will be
on Thursday from with a Prayer Service in Amundson
Funeral Home of Grand Forks. Visitation will continue for the hour before
the service in the church. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery of
East Grand Forks, Minnesota.
Source: Amundson Funeral Home, Grand Forks, North Dakota
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Terry John Winzer 1960-2015
June 4, 1960 - July 13, 2015
Terry J. Winzer, 55, of Crookston, Minnesota, and formerly of Grand Forks,
North Dakota, passed away Monday, July 13, 2015 in his home of medical problems.
Terry John Winzer was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on June 4, 1960,
the son of James and Lois (Stark) Winzer.
Terry is survived by his mother, Lois Winzer; estranged wife, Michelle;
son, Nicholas; daughter, Amy; brothers, Kelly and Timothy; sisters, Susan
Abner and Marly Betts.
He was preceded in death by his father, James and brother, Larry.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 17, 2015 at the
Calvary Community Church, 1917 South Washington St., Grand Forks.
Visitation will be for the hour before the service in the church.
Inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery North, Grand Forks.
Source: Amundson Funeral Home, Grand Forks, North Dakota
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Susan Swengel 1931-2015
January 1, 1931 - July 4, 2015
Susan Swengel was born January 1st, 1931. She went to our Lord and
Savior on July 4th, 2015 at age 84.
Susan was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to Irving Swengel and
Lydia (Barth) Swengel of Aberdeen. She had one brother, Bob and one
sister, Jeany.
She had nine children: Sharon, Diane, Douglas, Sandra, Victoria, Renay,
Charles, Lana and Micheal. She had more than 25 grandchildren and over 40
great-grandchildren.
Susan lived in Warren, Minnesota, for seven years with her grandson,
Benison Pigeon who was her caregiver. She loved to share the Gospel with
everyone she met. She enjoyed watching Jimmy Swaggart. She loved spending
time with family. She was known for her delicious cooking especially her
potato salad and her amazing cinnamon rolls.
She was a very strong willed woman that showed unconditional love
and compassion for everyone around her. She was full of Grace and Wisdom
that shined through the generations.
She was preceded in death by her Father & Mother, Husband, Son, and
Grandsons.
We lost our Mother, Grandmother but her warm memories will long live
in our hearts forever. Her favorite teaching was "I Live, I Move, I have
Being in Christ Jesus!" Love you forever & always!
Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 8, 2015 in Amundson
Funeral Home of Grand Forks. Visitation will be for the hour before the
service in the funeral home. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery of
East Grand Forks, Minnesota.
Source: Amundson Funeral Home, Grand Forks, North Dakota
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Albert Mesa Sr. 1933-2015
Albert Mesa Sr. 82, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away Thursday,
June 18, 2015 surrounded by his family at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.
Albert Mesa was born in Manvel, North Dakota, on April 8, 1933 son of
Eusebio and Melquiades (Hernandez) Mesa. Growing up in Manvel Albert worked
in the beet fields along with his parent and siblings. He had a special bond
with his sisters.
The family moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota (EGF), in 1947, where he
attended Sacred Heart School. He went to work for King of Spuds along
with his father at the time. Albert also worked for the Grand Forks Public
Schools at Elroy Schroeder Jr. High School for 28 years until he retired
in 2006. He enjoyed both staff and students for many years. They would
always comment about Albert's smile.
Albert is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Nikle); children: Albert
Jr.(Theresa)of Grand Forks, Raymond Mesa of Grand Forks, John (Sandy)
Mesa of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Eusebio Mesa of Grand Forks, Eva
Johnston of Grand Forks, Elizabeth (Brad) Sullivan of Grand Forks;
Sisters: Richarda Mesa and Antonia (Pedro) Villarreal both of East
Grand Forks, Minnesota; grandchildren and great grandchildren; many
nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, who dearly loved him and
will truly miss him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Cleofus, sisters
Julia Arriola, Calletana Avila, Cecelia Calderon, brothers in law;
son, Andrew, grandsons, Ray Mesa, Jr. and Kyler Porter.
Funeral Services will be on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 2:00 PM in
Amundson Funeral Home, 2975 South 42nd St., Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Visitation will be on Tuesday from 5 to 7 PM with a prayer service
at 7 PM in the funeral home.
Interment will be in Calvary North Cemetery, Grand Forks.
Source: Amundson Funeral Home, Grand Forks, North Dakota
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Noel Fred Rusling 1932-2015
Noel Fred Rusling, age 83, of Crookston, Minnesota passed away on Thursday
evening, August 6, 2015, at RiverView Hospital with his family by his side.
He was born on March 26, 1932, to the late DeWitt Rusling and Gladys Isley
Rusling in Stephen, Minnesota. During Noel's life he worked as a laborer on
the railroad, as a newspaper printer and pressman and as a sign painter.
In 1973 he opened his own business, Rusling Signs, which he ran until his
last illness in 2015. His sign business began with paint brushes and oils
and ended with computers, printers and cutters. Noel's artistic skills were
excellent, but he was most proud of the fact that at his age, he had
learned to make graphic images on a computer screen.
Noel was an avid hunter and fisherman and on many autumn days you
could find him out in the field with his dog and shotgun looking for
pheasant or partridge. If not there, look on a lake, for if he wasn't
hunting, he would be fishing both summer and winter.
Noel is survived by his wife, Mary; sons Jeffrey Rusling of East Grand
Forks, Minnesota, Kelly Rusling of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Jason
(Marta) Rusling of Alliance, Nebraska; daughters Nancy (Rick) Erickson
and Susan (David) Chaffee of Crookston, Minnesota; nine grandchildren,
twelve greatgrandchildren, ore great-great-grandchild, sisters Marlene
Buckley of Orangevale, California, and Karen Belser of Columbia, South
Carolina, several nieces and nephews and one devoted dog named Belle.
Noel was preceded in death by his father, DeWitt Rusling, his mother,
Gladys Isley RuslingBeebee, his brothers William Rusling and John Rusling.
In keeping with Noel's wishes, no services will be held; he was cremated.
Burial will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family.
The family asks that any memorial gifts be given in Noel's name to the
Polk County Humane Society or to the Riverview Health Foundation.
Source: KROXAM.com
Noel Fred Rusling 1932-2015
March 26, 1932 - August 6, 2015
Resided in Crookston, Minnesota
Obituary--
Noel Fred Rusling, age 83, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away on
Thursday evening of August 6, 2015 at Riverview Hospital with his family
by his side. He was born on March 26, 1932 to the late DeWitt Rusling and
Gladys Isley Rusling in Stephen, Minnesota. During Noel's life he worked
as a laborer on the railroad, as a newspaper printer and pressman and as
a sign painter.
In 1973 he opened his own business, Rusling Signs, which
he ran until his last illness in 2015. His sign business began with paint
brushes and oils and ended with computers, printers and cutters. Noel's
artistic skills were excellent, but he was most proud of the fact that
at his age, he had learned to make graphic images on a computer screen.
Noel was an avid hunter and fisherman and on many autumn days you
could find him out in the field with his dog and shotgun looking for
pheasant or partridge. If not there, look on a lake, for if he wasn't
hunting, he would be fishing both summer and winter.
Noel is survived by his wife, Mary; sons Jeffrey Rusling of East Grand
Forks, Minnesota, Kelly Rusling of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Jason
(Marta) Rusling of Alliance, Nebraska; daughters Nancy (Rick) Erickson
and Susan (David) Chaffee of Crookston, Minnesota; nine grandchildren,
twelve great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, sisters Marlene
Buckley of Orangevale, California, and Karen Belser of Columbia, South
Carolina, several nieces and nephews and one devoted dog named Belle.
Noel was preceded in death by his father, DeWitt Rusling, his mother,
Gladys Isley Rusling Beebee, his brothers William Rusling and John Rusling.
In keeping with Noel's wishes, no services will be held; he was cremated.
Burial will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family.
The family asks that any memorial gifts be given in Noel's name to the
Polk County Humane Society or to the Riverview Health Foundation.
Source: stenshoel-houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com/
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Raymond Francis Kolb 1915-2015
Raymond Kolb, 99, of St. Cloud, Minnesota, and formerly of Red Lake Falls,
Minnesota, and Mentor, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2015
at St. Benedict Senior Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 2:30
PM in St. Lawrence Catholic Church at Mentor, Minnesota, with MSGR. Roger
Grundhaus Officiating. Burial will be held at the St. Lawrence Catholic
Cemetery at Mentor, Minnesota. A luncheon will be served Monday at 11:30 AM
for all, followed by visitation from 1:30 PM until the time of service at
2:30 PM at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Mentor.
Raymond Francis Kolb was born on November 8, 1915 in Fairfax, Minnesota,
the son of Julius and Barbara (Palta) Kolb. He was baptized and confirmed
in the Catholic Faith. He attended Mentor Public School, graduating in 1935
and was a part of the first graduating class to have its picture hung on
the school's walls. On June 4, 1945 Raymond married Marie (Violette) Kolb.
To this union, nine children were born. Throughout Raymond's life he worked
as a farmer, was a Mentor Public School Bus Driver, and worked on the
assembly production line for Detroiter Mobile Homes in Red Lake Falls,
Minnesota.
He enjoyed playing cards, especially Pit, Canasta, and Kings
in the Corner as well as cribbage. He also loved to read. Raymond spent
summers traveling, gardening and picking berries. He also enjoyed making
rosaries.
Raymond is survived by his loving children, Monica (Jim) Mogen
of Aurora, CO, Jerome "Jerry" (Nancy) Kolb of Minneapolis, Minnesota,
Steve (Deb) Kolb of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, David (Nancy) Kolb of Andover,
Minnesota, Ken Kolb of Denver, CO, Pat (Lynn) Kolb of St. Paul, Minnesota,
Dennis (Karyl) Kolb of Joseph, OR, Elaine (Rick) Taufen of St. Cloud,
Minnesota, and Gary (Roberta) Kolb of Manassas, VA; 20 grandchildren, Jim
Jr., Justin, Nichole, Jeremy, Nathan, Kate, Jennifer, Alana, Kari, Jason,
Sarah, Daniel, Caley, Tricia, Melissa, Michael, Kelci, Nicholas, Ryan,
and Shaun; 24 great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Lily, Jamison, Brayden,
Jackson, Talia, Sylvia, Jayln, Kiara, Avary, Addison, Hannah, Paige, Ivy, Cruz, Ace, Caleb, Nathan, Jake, Soren, Madailein, Meredith,
Manuel, and Jose.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Barbara; wife,
Marie; siblings, Joe, Louis, Julia, Hattie, Agnes, William, Gerhardt
"Gig," and Richard. The family would like to sincerely thank all the
staff at the St Benedict's Senior Community and CentraCare Health Hospice
for their wonderful and loving care of our Dad during his stay first at
Benet Place and later at the nursing home facility.Memorials preferred
to St Benedict's Senior Community Center, Alzheimers Association or the
St Lawrence Cemetery Fund.
Condolences may be shared by visiting www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.
Source: KROXAM.com
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Mernice Joy (Helm) Petry 1935-2015
Mernice Joy Petry, 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 20,
2015 at the Twin Valley Living Center, Twin Valley, Minnesota.
Mernice was born on October 17, 1935 in rural Fertile to Ralph and
Doris (Olson) Helm. She grew up with her brother, Doug, on a rural farm
and attended Fertile schools, graduating in 1953. On January 3, 1954,
Mernice married Leroy (Guy) Petry at St. John's Lutheran Church, rural
Fertile. In the years to come, they were blessed with four beautiful
children: Greg, Tim, Deann, and Dan. Mernice & Leroy started a family
farm where she enjoyed driving tractor, combining, working on the farm,
& providing for her family. She also enjoyed the time she spent working
at Bergeson Nursery, waitressing in Fertile, as a food demonstrator at
Hugo's in Crookston, and being the choir director at St. Johns Lutheran
Church. She especially enjoyed making people laugh, Fertile-Beltrami
sporting events, especially watching her grandchildren, supporting
Minnesota sports teams, and she certainly loved people & giving back.
She is survived by her sons: Greg (Bonnie) Petry & Tim (Jodi) Petry,
both of Fertile, Minnesota. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren &
13 great grandchildren; several nephews, nieces and cousins.
Mernice was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph & Doris Helm, her
brother, Doug Helm, her daughter, Deann Alonzo, her son, Dan, and her
husband, Leroy. Leroy and Mernice shared many wonderful years together
and Mernice's family is thankful that she is now dancing with her Leroy
again, up in heaven.
Funeral: 11:00 AM, Monday, July 27, 2015 at Concordia Lutheran Church,
Fertile, Minnesota. Visitation: one hour before the funeral service.
Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile.
Arrangements are with Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, MN 218-945-6141 www.eriksonvikfh.com
Source: KROXAM.com
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Alice Viola (Normandin) Carriere 1919-2015
Alice Carriere of Crookston, Minnesota, and formerly of Red Lake Falls,
Minnesota, age 96, died peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Villa
St. Vincent, Crookston, Minnesota, with her loving family at her side.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 6,
2015 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, with
Father Bill DeCrans presiding. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery
in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM
with a 7:00 PM prayer service on Sunday, July 5, 2015 at St. Joseph
Catholic Church in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. Visitation will also be held
from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM on Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Alice Viola Normandin was born on February 3, 1919 in Gentilly, Minnesota,
the daughter of Joseph and Eva (Degrossillier) Normandin. She was baptized
and confirmed at St. Peter Catholic Church in Gentilly, Minnesota, and
attended country school. Alice quit school when she was 13 years old
to take a job working for the county to clean various buildings. She gave
that money to her father for him to make the loan payment in order to
keep the family farm working. As a young woman, Alice also worked for
area farmers during harvest. After leaving home, she moved to Crookston
and worked at St. Francis Hospital as a nursing assistant.
In 1941, Alice was engaged to Mark Carriere and he went to serve in the
United States Army in the European Theater during World War II. The
couple was married on November 12, 1945 at St. Peter Catholic Church
in Gentilly, Minnesota, and they made their home in Red Lake Falls,
Minnesota. To this union seven children were born, Charlotte, LeRoy,
Leo, Timothy, Albert, Jeannette, and Benita.
Alice enjoyed raising her children while they were growing. The family
also had beef and dairy cattle, chickens, and a huge garden. She loved
picking wild blueberries, playing cards, crocheting, going for walks and
even taught her son, Tim how to walk on homemade stilts. Later in life,
she worked at St. John's Hospital in Red Lake Falls and after the hospital
closed she worked in the dietary department at the school and Sunset
Court. Alice also did child care for a local family.She was a member of
St. Joseph Catholic Church, volunteered on the Ambulance Crew for over
ten years, and belonged to the VFW Auxiliary all in Red Lake Falls.
Survivors include her children, Charlotte Cruz of Sierra Vista, AZ,
LeRoy Carriere of Roseau, Minnesota, Leo Carriere of Roseau, Minnesota,
Tim (Carol) Carriere of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, Albert Carriere of
Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, Jeannette (Alan "Moe") Ste. Marie of Red
Lake Falls, Minnesota, and Benita (Larry) Quast of Hutchinson, Minnesota;
grandchildren, Alice, Carolyn, Mark and Elizabeth Cruz, Justin Carriere,
Paul (Mary) Carriere, Dominic (Jenae) Ste. Marie, Jill (Alex) Dowdle,
Felicia Quast; great-grandchildren, Madeline Carriere, Rylan and Autumn
Ste. Marie; sister, Leah Audette of Cambridge, Minnesota; sisters-in-law,
Alice Ann Normandin of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, and Doris Normandin of
Crookston, Minnesota; and many other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Mark on March 31, 1975; parents;
brothers, Orphier (Leah), Harvey (Florence), Albert (Agnes), Jerome and
Maurice Normandin; son-in-law Manual Cruz; grandson, Manual Cruz;
brother-in-law, Lester Audette.
Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.
Source: KROXAM.com
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Lois Mae (Juvrud) Ostgarden 1927-2015
Born: May 09, 1927
Died: August 12, 2015
Lois Ostgarden, age 88, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday,
August 12th, at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17th, at
Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Dan Cole and Rev. Aage
Carlsen officiating. Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer
service on Sunday, August 16th, at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in
Fosston.
There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on Monday
at the church.
Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and
messages of condolence may be shared at www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
Lois Ostgarden
Born: May 09, 1927
Died: August 12, 2015
Lois Ostgarden, age 88, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday,
August 12th, at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services
will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17th, at Kingo Lutheran Church
in Fosston with the Rev. Dan Cole and Rev. Aage Carlsen officiating.
Interment will be in Kingo Lutheran Cemetery, Fosston. Visitation will
be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on
Sunday, August 16th, at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston.
There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the service on
Monday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral
Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be shared at
www.carlinhoialmen.com.
Lois Mae Juvrud Ostgarden was born on May 9, 1927 in Fosston, Minnesota
to parents Edwin and Agnes Juberg Juvrud. She attended school in Fosston
and graduated in 1945. Went to college in Grand Forks, North Dakota and
then later moved back to Fosston. She was married to Clarence Ostgarden
on April 16, 1949 and had 4 children. They had just celebrated their 66th
wedding anniversary!
Lois was a member of Kingo Lutheran Church and the Tangen-Walstrom
American Legion Auxiliary Post #114 of Fosston.
She was employed by the City of Fosston clerks office for many years,
Gesell Concrete Products of Bagley, Nord's Pharmacy and Lenes Sand and
Gravel.
Lois enjoyed spending time with family. Especially her kids and
grandchildren. She was an excellent cook and loved making Sunday
dinners for us all! She and Clarence enjoyed cooking, baking and
canning together in their later years.
Lois passed away at the First Care Living Center in Fosston on Wednesday
August 12, 2015 at the age of 88 years.
She is survived by daughters, Gail (Glenn) Holweger of Grand Forks,
North Dakota, and Carol (Larry) Lenes of Fosston. Grandchildren, Jill
Halvorson (fiancé Jon Saari) of Rogers, Minnesota, Christopher Smith of San
Francisco, Calif., Ryan Holweger of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Justin
(Twyla) Holweger of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Aaron (Holly) Lenes
of Fosston. Great-grandchildren Sofia Halvorson, Clayton, Stella and
Amelia Lenes and Ava and Annie Holweger. Nieces and nephews also survive.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Clarence (May 17,2015);
daughter Joanne Smith (2002); and son Jeff Ostgarden (2013).
Source: Carlin-Hoialman Funeral Home website
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Harold Lewis Merrill 1928-2015
July 31, 1928 - August 11, 2015
Harold Lewis Merrill, 87, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away
on August 11, 2015 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Harold was born on July 31, 1928, in Crookston, Minnesota, to the
late Alvis and Eda (Larson) Merrill. He grew up in Fisher, Minnesota,
and graduated from Fisher High School and then Crookston Agricultural
College. He enlisted in the US Army and served stateside during the
peace time after World War II. He was married to Catherine Baker on
December 22, 1955 to Catherine Baker in Manassas, Virginia. Afterwards,
the couple returned to Fisher, Minnesota, where they raised their family
and farmed their entire lives.
Harold is survived by his children, Allen Merrill of Grand Forks,
North Dakota; Gem Christianson of Missoula, Montana; Aaron (Barb) Merrill
of Fisher, Minnesota; and Kim (John) Thorson of Grand Forks, North Dakota;
11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and sister Elaine Prestemon of
Bagley, Minnesota.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 57 years Catherine on July
10, 2013, parents, and brother-in-law Milt Prestemon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Fisher Lutheran Cemetery are preferred.
Funeral Service: Monday, August 17, 2015 at Fisher Lutheran Church in
Fisher, Minnesota.
Visitation: One Hour Before Service
Interment: Fisher Lutheran Cemetery, Fisher, Minnesota.
Source: www.Dandahlfuneralhome.com website
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Gladys Maude (Aune) Nephew 1922-2015
February 22, 1922 - August 11, 2015
Gladys Nephew, 93, died on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at the Riverview
Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota.
Funeral: Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Concordia Lutheran Church,
Fertile, Minnesota.
Visitation and prayer service: Friday, August 14, 2015 all at
Concordia Lutheran Church.
Burial: Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
Gladys Maude Nephew
(February 22, 1922 - August 11, 2015)
Gladys Maude Nephew, 93, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Tuesday,
August 11, 2015, at Riverview Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota. She was
born on February 22, 1922, to Oscar and Mina (Larson) Aune in Sundal
Township, Norman County. Gladys was baptized and confirmed at Sundal
Lutheran Church, rural Gary, Minnesota. She attended country school
near her home. Following her schooling, Gladys worked as domestic help
for various farm families.
On October 6, 1940, Gladys was united in marriage to Frank Nephew
Jr., in a double wedding with her sister, Marian and Jeffrey Everson,
at Sundal Lutheran Church, rural Gary. Gladys and Frank were married
58 years. They lived about four miles north of Fertile and in the fall
of 1971 they moved into Fertile. Over the years, Gladys worked at Bruce
Larson's Town and Country Cafe for four years and, in 1982, was hired in
Dietary at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile. She retired on December
31, 1992. Frank died on February 16, 1998, and Gladys continued to live
at home. She entered the Fair Meadow Nursing Home on April 20, 2007.
Gladys was a wife and homemaker before anything else. While raising
her children, Gladys was steady, firm and a wonderful example of character
and faith to her children. Gladys always had coffee, fresh cookies, donuts,
and, when in season, lefse available to all who came by the house. Life
at the Nephew home was grounded in Church Life and being responsible
students and family members. Her joys were music, gardening, both
vegetables and flowers, quilting, snowmobiling, card playing with
family and friends, church choir, dancing, being a part of the Ladies
aid, and visiting with family and friends. Yet, her most satisfying
times were when all her children were together sharing a meal, talking
and working together.
Gladys is survived by five sons: Roger (Judy), Fertile; Douglas
(Norma), Fertile; Dennis (Darlene), Moorhead, Minnesota; Brian,
Fertile, and Bruce, Fertile/Shafer, Minnesota; four daughters:
Janice (Victor) Lorleberg, Coon Rapids, Minnesota; Susan (Richard)
Halstensgard, Greenbush, Minnesota; Nancy (David) Kolb, Andover,
Minnesota; and Brenda (Timothy) Miller, Grand Marais, Minnesota; 17
grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and eight
great-great-grandchildren; three sisters: Marian Everson, Greenbush,
Minnesota; Harriet Olson, Fertile, Minnesota; Alvina Smokov, Anaheim,
California, and one sister-in-law: Lois Aune, Chisago City, Minnesota;
many nephews, nieces and cousins.
Gladys is preceded in death by her husband, Frank, an infant son,
Wesley, one great-grandchild, four brothers: Melvin, Selmer, Clarence,
and Odin; three sisters: Helen Ellegard, Bernice Ellegard, and Irene
Halstensgard, three sisters-in-law and six brothers-in-law.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, August 15, 2015, at 10:30 AM
in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.
Visitation will be on Friday, August 14, 2015, from 5-7 PM with a
prayer service at 6:30 PM in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile,
Minnesota.
Burial will be in the South Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile,
Minnesota.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
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William David "Billy" Tommerdahl 1938-2015
(February 22, 1938 - August 15, 2015)
William "Billy" David Tommerdahl, 77, of Hendrum, Minnesota, died on
Saturday, August 15, 2015, at home surrounded by his family. Billy was
born on February 22, 1938, to Clarence and Clara (Jacobson) Tommerdahl
at Fargo, North Dakota. He attended and graduated from the Hendrum Public
School in 1956. Billy entered the Air National Guard, serving from 1958
to 1964.
On February 25, 1967, Billy was united in marriage to Marlene Nelson at
Faith Lutheran Church, Mentor, Minnesota. Billy farmed his whole life -- for
several years with his brothers and for the last 20 years with his son, Jay.
Billy was a pilot with the Civil Air Patrol, a member of the Sheriff's
Snowmobile Rescue Squad, and the Hendrum's Volunteer Fire Department. He
served on the Hendrum Public School Board and Immanuel Lutheran Church's
Council. Farming, flying and sailing were Billy's joys in life. He loved
to travel and would take off in the car arriving in various parts of the
country visiting family and friends. Billy lived every day to the fullest.
His smile was infectious and he always had time to talk to anyone. Mornings
were generally reserved for "coffee time" with friends at Nepstad Oil.
Billy is survived by his wife, Marlene, Hendrum, Minnesota; children:
Stacey (Efrain) Garza, Edinburg, TX, Belinda (Peter) Rios, Hendrum,
Minnesota, Jay (Ann), Hendrum, Minnesota, and Marla (Aaron) Voos,
Laramie, Wyoming; seven grandchildren: Maria, Amanda, and Tanner
Tommerdahl, Jack and Will Voos, and Nikkita, Alexis and Aubree Rios;
two brothers and two sisters: Dorothy Tommerdahl, New York, New York,
Raymond (Gayle),West Fargo, North Dakota, Carolyn (Frank) Quinn, Battle
Creek, Michigan, and Tommy (Debbie), West Fargo, North Dakota; one
sister-in-law, Janice Tommerdahl, West Fargo, North Dakota; and several
cousins, nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Ronnie.
Funeral services will be on Thursday, August 20, 2015, at 11 AM,
Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hendrum, Minnesota.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, from 5-7 PM with
a prayer service at 6:30 PM in the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hendrum,
Minnesota.
Burial will be in the Pontoppidan Lutheran Cemetery, rural Hendrum,
Minnesota.
Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/
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David Berger 1936-2015
Born: April 28, 1936
Died: August 18, 2015
U.S. Veteran
David Berger, age 79 of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday,
August 18th at Pioneer Memorial Care Center at Erskine. Memorial services
will be held on Friday, August 28th at 2:00 PM at Grace Lutheran Church
in Erskine with Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment of cremains
will be at Fairview Cemetery, rural Erskine. The Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral
Home of Erskine is in charge of the arrangements.
David Berger was born April 28, 1936, to parents George and Julia
Berger in Gonvick, Minnesota where he was baptized. He was confirmed
in the Lutheran faith in Erskine, Minnesota. David spent his early years
in Gonvick and Erskine. He entered the Air Force in 1955 where he served
as an office clerk. After twenty years in the military, David retired from
the service.
After many years living in the Minneapolis area, he moved back to Erskine
and lived in the family home in Erskine with his brother, Joe. Later he
purchased a house in Erskine where he and his son, Robbie, resided. David
enjoyed his favorite pastime, fishing. He also was talented in working
with small machinery.
Due to health problems, David entered into the Pioneer Memorial Care
Center in 2014. On Tuesday, August 18, 2015, David Berger passed away at
the age of 79.
David is survived by his former wife, Karen; two sons, Bruce and Robbie;
brother Dennis Berger of Erskine; sisters-in-law, Marge Berger of Erskine
and Gail Berger of Waconia, Minnesota; as well as many nieces, nephews,
and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Joe, Miles,
and Robert; and one son, John.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website
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Noel Fred Rusling 1932-2015
March 26, 1932 - August 6, 2015
Resided in Crookston, Minnesota
Noel Fred Rusling, age 83, of Crookston, Minnesota passed away on
Thursday evening of August 6, 2015 at Riverview Hospital with his family
by his side.
He was born on March 26, 1932 to the late DeWitt Rusling and Gladys
Isley Rusling in Stephen, Minnesota. During Noel's life he worked as a
laborer on the railroad, as a newspaper printer and pressman and as a
sign painter. In 1973 he opened his own business, Rusling Signs, which
he ran until his last illness in 2015. His sign business began with paint
brushes and oils and ended with computers, printers and cutters. Noel's
artistic skills were excellent, but he was most proud of the fact that at
his age, he had learned to make graphic images on a computer screen.
Noel was an avid hunter and fisherman and on many autumn days you could
find him out in the field with his dog and shotgun looking for pheasant or
partridge. If not there, look on a lake, for if he wasn't hunting, he would
be fishing both summer and winter.
Noel is survived by his wife, Mary; sons Jeffrey Rusling of East Grand
Forks, Minnesota, Kelly Rusling of Grand Forks, North Dakota and Jason
(Marta) Rusling of Alliance, Nebraska; daughters Nancy (Rick) Erickson
and Susan (David) Chaffee of Crookston, Minnesota; nine grandchildren,
twelve great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, sisters Marlene
Buckley of Orangevale, Calif., and Karen Belser of Columbia, South Carolina,
several nieces and nephews and one devoted dog named Belle.
Noel was preceded in death by his father, DeWitt Rusling, his mother,
Gladys Isley Rusling Beebee, his brothers William Rusling and John Rusling.
In keeping with Noel's wishes, no services will be held; he was cremated.
Burial will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family.
The family asks that any memorial gifts be given in Noel's name to the
Polk County Humane Society or to the Riverview Health Foundation.
Source: www.stenshoelhouske.com
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Virgil E. Hennager 1936-2015
March 3, 1936 - August 18, 2015
Obituary--
Virgil E. Hennager, 79, of Crookston, Minnesota, died August 18, 2015
at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks North Dakota.
Funeral services will be at Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston,
Minnesota, August 24, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. Visitation will be 1 hour prior
to the service. Burial will be at the Oakdale Cemetary in Crookston.
Virgil was born March 3, 1936 in Crookston, Minnesota, to Earl and
Nettie Hennager. In 1963 he moved to Council Bluffs Iowa. He married
Mary Delph in March of 1965. He worked for Blue Star Frozen Foods as
laborer from 1963-1980. He worked for SAPP Truck Stop as custodian from
1980 to 1999. When his wife, Mary, passed away in 1999 he moved back to
Crookston to be near his family.
Virgil was a very caring and loving person. His hobbies were Bingo,
"Curb Shopping" and playing cards. He also enjoyed finding where his
nephew Clayton was working so he could spend some time helping him.
He is survived by his siblings: Christine Worf, Crookston, Minnesota,
Edna Klema, Crookston, Minnesota, Olive (James) Sperling, Bemidji,
Minnesota, John (Estelle) Hennager, Leeds, North dakota and his loving
pet and companion Spider.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary in 1999 and two
brothers, George and Ernest.
His pallbearers will be: Nephews: Duane Reese, Clayton Briggs, David
Briggs, Donnie Briggs; and nieces: Connie Barcus and Jodylee Lyons.
Source: www.stenshoelhouske.com
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Adelaide Lorraine (Nash) Nygaard 1926-2015
November 10, 1926 - August 16, 2015
Adelaide 'Addy' Lorraine (Nash) Nygaard, 88 years old, of East Grand
Forks, Minnesota, and formerly of Buxton , North Dakota, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2015 after an illness in Northfield, Minnesota.
Addy was born on November 10, 1926 to Nels and Emma Nash. Adelaide
was one of four children. She was a graduate of Buxton High and worked
at Buxton Telephone Company, Crystal Sugar, Central Valley School, and
at the Hillsboro Nursing Home. As a young woman she enjoyed traveling
with her friends, and later with her sisters. She loved her friends,
family, flowers, and pets. Adelaide was a loving mother, wife, sister,
grandmother, and friend.
Addy is survived by two sons, James (Kathleen) Nygaard, and Kent (Kate)
Nygaard; Grandchildren April (Kristopher) Vilmin, Kelly Nygaard, Trevor
Nygaard, Kara Nygaard, Connor Nygaard, and Brianna Nygaard, and
step-grandchildren Ian (Chelsey) Beaton and Emily Beaton; and friend
and family member Dawn "Dody" Nygaard Koplin.
She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Nygaard, her parents
Nels and Emma Nash, her son Jeffrey Nygaard, her grandson Michael Nygaard,
her sisters Jeannette (Duane) Davis, Beverly (Robert) Heinley, and brother
Harley (Myrtle) Nash.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be donated to charity of choice.
Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m.; Thursday, August 20, 2015 at Dahl Funeral
Home, 2029 Central Ave NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.
Visitation: One Hour Before Service.
Inurnment: Highland Cemetery, Buxton, North Dakota.
Source: www.dandahlfuneralhome.com/
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Neil Rayome Barlund 1947-2015
Born: October 18, 1947
Died: August 20, 2015
U.S. Veteran
Neil Barlund, age 67, of Boyceville, Wisconsin, and formerly of Fertile
and Clearbrook, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, August 20th at Regions
Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Memorial services will be held on Saturday,
September 12th at 3:00 PM at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston,
Minnesota, with Rev. Timothy Lundeen officiating. Interment of cremains
will be at Union Lake Free Lutheran Cemetery, rural Winger, Minnesota. The
Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the
arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent at carlinhoialmen.com.
Neil Rayome Barlund was born October 18, 1947 in Crookston, Minnesota,
to parents Raymond and Mary (Nephew) Barlund. He graduated from Fertile
High School in 1966. He joined the National Guard, and also worked at
Detroiter Manufactured Homes in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, as well as
American Crystal Sugar, MDV, and construction work. He lived in Fertile,
Minnesota, Clearbrook, Minnesota, and Boyceville, Wisconsin.
Neil enjoyed his hobbies of carpentry, building things, and fishing. He
also had a love for gardening, canning, and baking.
On Thursday, August 20, 2015, Neil Barlund passed away at Regions
Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota, at the age of 67 years.
He is survived by his daughter, Dawn (Steve) Thorson of Leonard,
Minnesota; sisters Joy (Deland) Elseth of Thief River Falls, Minnesota,
and Diane Bloomfield of Boyceville, Wisconsin; grandchildren: Brandi,
Hannah, Nathan, Nicholas, Tyler (Katelyn Olson), Tannen, and Tianna;
great-grandchildren: Carson, Isabella, Ellie, Aubrey, and a newborn
great-grandson, Carter.
Preceding him in death were his parents; daughter DeEtte Tinkler; and
an infant sister.
Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website
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Laurence "Larry" Cariveau 1932-2015
December 14, 1932 - August 24, 2015
Laurence "Larry" Cariveau, age 82, of Crookston, Minnesota, formerly
of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, August 24th, 2015
in Valley Eldercare Center, Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Laurence Richard Cariveau was born on December 14, 1932, in
Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Richard and Alice (Kirkle) Cariveau.
Larry grew up in rural East Grand Forks and worked as a farmhand
for area farmers and also was employed at American Crystal Sugar
Company in East Grand Forks.
On August 30, 1962 he was united in marriage to Marion Benson in
Reynolds, North Dakota. Larry then worked for the North Dakota State Mill in
Grand Forks for thirty one years before retiring in 1997.
Larry is survived by his son Loran Cariveau of East Grand Forks,
Minnesota, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins; and sister-in-law,
Kathy Cariveau of Livermore, California.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife Marion on January 23,
2009 and brother, Keith Cariveau.
Funeral Service: 2:00 PM on Friday, August 28, 2015 in Dahl Funeral
Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota
Visitation: One Hour prior Funeral Service on Friday, August 28, 2015
in Dahl Funeral Home.
Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota
Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com
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Marvin LeRoy Nelson 1933-2015
(June 5, 1933 - August 22, 2015)
U.S. Veteran--
Marvin LeRoy Nelson, 82, Fertile, Minnesota, died Saturday, August
22, 2015, at Pioneer Memorial Care Center, Erskine, Minnesota, surrounded
by his wife and daughters.
Marvin was born on June 5, 1933, to Oscar and Eldora (Johnson) Nelson,
in Ashby, Minnesota. He attended school in Ashby and entered the United
States Marine Corp on January 4, 1952, serving in Korea. Marvin was
honorably discharged on January 3, 1955. Following his service in the
military, Marvin was employed by Ford Motor Company in Milpitas, Calif.,
and later worked for the Palo Alto Fire Department and Culligan Water
Conditioning.
On January 26, 1957, Marvin was united in marriage to Betty Liebenow
at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Barnesville, Minnesota. Together, they
attended Moorhead State University, Moorhead, Minnesota. During his college
years, Marvin transported vehicles for Wallworks Car Dealership and read
electrical meters for Northern States Power Company. He graduated in May
of 1961, in both Science and Physical Education. He was employed by the
Fertile-Beltrami School District to teach Science/Biology classes and
start a wrestling program, which he led as coach for the next 15 years.
Marv also taught drivers training for many years.
In the summer months, Marv operated Nelson Wood Supply -- cutting and
selling cords of wood as well as painting. Marv Nelson and Fertile-Beltrami
Wrestling were synonymous for many years. Guts, grit and desire
characterized Marv's coaching years. His determination, discipline
and leadership built a team of 12 wrestlers into 60-70 member squad
that commanded respect at all levels of the sport. Marv was nicknamed
"Marvelous Marv" and would refer to his team members as "Marv's Boys."
As a coach Marv experienced many winning seasons and worked year around
with numerous, dedicated athletes whom he was extremely proud of.
His last season he led the team to finish 2nd in the State of Minnesota.
Marvin retired from teaching in 1992. He continued to keep busy with Nelson
Wood Supply and working at the Fertile Building Center until 2001. He was
a member of Concordia Lutheran Church, the American Legion Post #238, a
former Fertile EMT, Fertile Fireman, and Lions Club member. Marv was
known to be a perfectionist in all that he did, and his high expectations
pulled those around him to also excel. His sense of humor and infectious
laugh drew people to him.
He enjoyed riding motorcycles and training horses to compete at
horse shows. Marv was proud of his wrestling teams and teaching career,
but he especially held close to his heart his wife and daughters…and as
the family grew, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Marvin is survived by his wife, Betty, Fertile; four daughters:
Jeanne (Jeff) Peterson, Carol (Randy) Torgerson, and Peggy (Ron)
Bingham, all of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Lizabeth (Troy) Lindberg,
of Maple Lake, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren, five step-grandchildren,
eight great-grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren; three
brothers: Calmer (Janie) Papillion, Nebraska, David (Mikki), Reisteron,
MD, and Larry (Becky), Ashby, Minnesota; and one sister-in-law, Pauline
Nelson, Phoenix, Arizona, and one brother-in-law, Carl Williams, Papillion,
Nebraska.
He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, one
brother, Jerry, and one sister, Janet Williams.
Visitation will be from 5-7 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:30 PM on
Sunday, August 30, 2015, in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile,
Minnesota.
Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 31, 2015,
at Concordia Lutheran Church in Fertile, Minnesota.
Burial will be in the Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, at a later
date.
In lieu of flowers, Marvin's family is requesting gifts to be designated
to the Fertile-Beltrami Education Foundation for college bound students
entering into the Field of Science.
Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.
Source: www.eriksonvikfh.com
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Wayne Leon Berhow 1967-2015
May 19, 1967 - August 25, 2015
Wayne Leon Berhow, 48, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, August
25, 2015, at the Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota. He was born
on May 19, 1967, to Leon “Bud” and Corrine (Gudvangen) Berhow in Crookston,
Minnesota. He was baptized and confirmed at the Varnes Lutheran Church,
near his home. Wayne attended the Fertile-Beltrami School District,
graduating in 1986.
Following his schooling, Wayne worked with his father building and
remodeling houses. He also worked as farm labor for the Engelstad farms.
For a few years, Wayne worked for Vinco, a company that installed the cement
base for cell towers. He returned to the area and worked for Circle C Seeds
at Gary, Minnesota. When his daughter, Jordyn, was born, Wayne started
working for Eirc Engelstad farms to be closer to home.
Wayne's family worked, played, laughed and mourned together as a
close-knit family. As a small boy, Wayne’s mechanical abilities began
to be revealed and he developed his skills over the years. He enjoyed
fishing and hunting, coffee time with family and friends and being
outdoors. However, Jordyn was Wayne's greatest joy and he tried to
spend as much time with her as possible.
Wayne is survived by his daughter, Jordyn, and her brother, Preston
Hovde, both of Fertile, Minnesota; two brothers, Kevin (Diane) and Randy,
and three sisters: Deborah “Debbie” Berhow, Carline Berhow, and Darlene
(Kevin) Solie, all of Fertile, Minnesota; 11 nephews and nieces and seven
great nephews and nieces: Kyle (Fallon) and their children, Leon, Colton,
and Seth, Fertile, Minnesota; Alicia (Mike Elbinger) Berhow, and their
children: Austin and Mason of Crookston, Minnesota; Krystal (Brandon)
Tranby, and their baby girl arriving in October, 2015; Chris Berhow,
Travis (Mariah Lunak) Berhow, Katy (Chad Edgar) Rolland all of Fertile,
Minnesota; Lacey Berhow and her son, Tristen, Crookston, Minnesota; Tracey
Berhow, and her daughter, Courtney, Winger, Minnesota; Kelsey Berhow, Valley
City, North Dakota; numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. He was preceded
in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be on Friday, August 28, 2015, at 11 AM, in the
Little Norway Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.
Visitation will be on Thursday, August 27, 2015, from 5-7 PM, with
a Prayer Service at 6:30 PM, in the Little Norway Lutheran Church, Fertile,
Minnesota.
Burial will be in the Varnes Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fertile,
Minnesota.
Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website
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Virginia C. (Symonds) Johnson 1927-2015
January 21, 1927 - August 26, 2015
Resided in Crookston, Minnesota
Obituary--
Virgie was born on January 21, 1927, the daughter of Robert and Gertrude
Symonds. She grew up in Crookston and graduated from Cathedral High School
in 1945.
She married the love of her life Leonard Johnson on October 19, 1946
at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Virgie worked at Sears
Catalog Co, Crookston Public Schools, Osmon Drug, Thomas Drug and lastly,
Eagle Drug until her retirement.
Virgie was a member of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception.
Virgie mostly treasured her roles as wife, mother and friend. Survivors
include her sister, Mary Ann Butenhoff; and Betty Johnson, sister-in-law.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard in 1970, her son, Gary
in 1950 and her daughter, Barbie in 1998, two brothers Robert Symonds,
and Ford Symonds, and a nephew, Scott Anthony.
Source: Stenshoel Houske Funeral Home website
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