September 24, 1924 - October 18, 2015

Evelyn A. Vanek, 91, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 18, 2015 at the Valley Eldercare, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Evelyn Vanek was born September 24, 1924 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Robert and Mathilda (Mehren) Love. She grew up in the Keywest, Minnesota, area and attended country school graduating from Fisher High School. On November 24, 1942 she was united in marriage to Erwin Vanek at St. Francis Catholic Church Fisher, Minnesota. Evelyn was very active in the farming operation with her husband. retiring in 2004. On December 20, 2008 Erwin passed away. In 2009 she moved to Good Samaritan Maples in East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

She is survived by her daughter Bonita (James) Westberg of Willernie, Minnesota; daughter-in-law, Janet Vanek of Grand Forks, North Dakota; four grandchildren, Darren (Ann Kulas) Vanek, Kristen (Justin) Carlson, Jennifer Westberg and Melinda (Paul) Fierro; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert J. Love of Arizona, along with many special nieces and nephews.

Evelyn is preceded in death by her husband, Erwin, son, Donald; parents and two brothers William and Delbert Love.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Good Samaritan Home, both of East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Funeral Service: 10:30 AM on Thursday, October 22, 2015 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 6:30 PM Prayer Service on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and also one hour prior to the Funeral Service on Thursday in Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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Born: December 21, 1941
Died: October 08, 2015

Paul Arvid Ofstedal, 73, Fertile, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 8, 2015, at Sanford Health, Fargo, North Dakota.

Paul Ofstedal was born on December 21, 1941 in Fertile, Minnesota, to parents Palmer and Myrtle (Viker) Ofstedal. He attended Pleasant View 101 School through 6th grade and graduated from Fertile High School in 1959. After graduation he attended Bemidji State College, graduating in 1963. Paul taught High School in Sisseton, SD, after graduation.

On December 22, 1963, Paul was married to Anitra DuRose, at Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal. He worked for International Harvester Company in wholesale until 1966, when he was drafted into the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. After a tour in Vietnam and some time at Camp Pendleton, CA. Paul returned to International Harvester until 1973, when he and Anitra bought the farm he had grown up on. After many years of farming he worked in physical therapy at Fair Meadow Nursing Home in Fertile, retiring in May of 2005.

Paul and Anitra enjoyed seven years of wintering in Panama City Beach, Florida after retirement. He was a lifelong student, always learning and encouraging others to do the same. Paul will always be remembered for his peaceful, gentlemanly heart, and unending patience.

Paul will be loved, missed and remembered forever by his wife of fifty-one years, Anitra, Fertile, MN; daughter, Catherine and grandchildren, Paul and Mae of Fargo, North Dakota; He is also survived and loved by his siblings, Jan (Omar) Helgeson, Rindal, Minnesota; Div Ofstedal, Erskine, Minnesota; Don (Jerry Lee) Ofstedal, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Wes (Robyn) Ofstedal, Fosston, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Cindy Johnson.

We thank God for all he did, meant, and taught us in life.

Memorial Service: Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Faaberg Lutheran Church, Rindal, Minnesota.

Visitation: Monday, October 12th, with a Prayer Service at 7:30PM at the church.

Burial: Faaberg Lutheran Cemetery, Rindal, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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October 7, 1927 -- October 13, 2015 (age 88)

Kenneth Price, 88, of Stephen, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, October 13, 2015, at his home with his family by his side.

Kenneth Stanley Price was born on October 7, 1927, in Wanger Township, Marshall County, Minnesota, the son of Stanley and Theresa (Gajeski) Price. He was raised in rural Stephen and he graduated from high school at the Northwest School of Agriculture in Crookston, Minnesota, in 1944. Kenneth served in the US Army from 1946-1948 where he was a technical sergeant. On June 20, 1950, he married Rose Marie Kochmann in Beaulieu, Minnesota.

They made their home in rural Stephen where he farmed. Kenneth was also a Marshall County Commissioner for many years and sold cookware in his time off and between harvests. Kenneth was known as a farmer, a public servant, and a strategic thinker who was also President of the National Association of Counties, Minnesota from 1983-1984.

Kenneth was a natural athlete and, in his younger years, especially enjoyed playing baseball as a catcher with the team in Florian. It's been said that he hit the longest homerun on record after careening a ball off a nearby silo. He was a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus and the Stephen Lions Club.

He sang in the church choir from the time he was 15 until he was 83, singing as a cantor for mass and as a soloist for weddings, and other occasions. He will be remembered for his beautiful baritone voice and his love of music; especially polka, which he danced with his beautiful wife Rose Marie as long as he could. More than anything else, he treasured spending time with his family.

Left to mourn his passing are his wife of 65 years, Rose Marie; seven children, Paulette M. (Lee) Powell of Kanata, Ontario, Canada, Brenda J. (Dion) Darveaux of Dalton, Minnesota, Julianne T. (Cully) Gause of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Vincent L. (Jennifer) Price of Arlington, Virginia, Dale R. (Barbara) Price of Stephen, Minnesota, and Kevin S. (Autumn) Price of McLean, Virginia; daughter-in-law, Kim Price of Fargo, North Dakota; nineteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Mary; son, Ronald G. Price; sisters, Florence Abel and Alvina Kranz and brother, Raymond Price.

Source: DuBore Funeral Home website, 15 OCT 2015

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Thomas "Tom" Kaiser, age 58, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota passed away on October 11, 2015.

Thomas Charles Kaiser was born on November 29, 1956 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Charles and Lorraine (Unverrich) Kaiser. Tom grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1975. Tom was a proud member of the undefeated 1974 Sacred Heart football team who played in the Snow Bowl playoff game. He was also the first president of a senior school organization noted for school spirit (W.O.L.F.).

Tom attended Northland College in Thief River Falls, Minnesota where he played football. He then attended the University of North Dakota graduating in 1979 with a degree in Business Administration. He worked ten years for Silverman's Clothing in downtown Grand Forks, North Dakota. He was well-known as an outstanding and popular salesman who achieved management responsibilities. On May 1, 1982, he was united in marriage to Christy Stall in Mahnomen, Minnesota. Tom was employed with Standard Textile Company as a sales representative for the company's upper Midwest territory for twenty-four years.

Tom was an ardent Sacred Heart School alumnus and supporter who also served as a past Athletic Club president. He spent many years serving as an announcer for his children's' sporting events and was an often requested Master of Ceremonies for many events at Sacred Heart School and Parish community. He was a regular part of the Lenten Fish Fry Crew that supports Sacred Heart athletics. Tom was a member of the famous Lighthouse Crew that entertained at various school fundraisers. Tom was extremely proud to be a member of the Sacred Heart Athletic Hall of Fame as a member of the 1974 football team.

Tom's life centered around his faith and family, and his new role as grandfather or “papa.” He loved his times at the family lake cabin and his annual trips to the hunting shack near Bagley, Minnesota.

Tom leaves behind his loving family including his wife Christy, East Grand Forks, Minnesota; children, Megan (Kurt) Lensing of Cold Spring, Minnesota; Mark (Rachael Schwankl) Kaiser of Montrose, Minnesota and Morgan (Adis Keric) Kaiser of Fargo, ND; three grandchildren, Leah Lensing, Arabella Kaiser and Charles Kaiser; his parents, Charles and Loraine “Lori” Kaiser of East Grand Forks; brother, Greg (Kim) Kaiser of East Grand Forks, and sister, Marie Keiser of West Springfield, MA.

Funeral Service: Friday, October 16, 2015 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: With a Prayer Service on Thursday, October 15, 2015, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church and also one hour prior Funeral Service on Friday in the Church.

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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June 1, 1933 - October 7, 2015

Donald (Don) Eugene Miller, 82 formerly East Grand Forks, Minnesota, left this life on October 7, 2015 at Viking Manor Nursing Home in Ulen, Minnesota.

Dad was born June 1, 1933 in Tuthill, South Dakota to Clarence and Hazel (Bond) Miller the 4th of nine children. He grew up and attended school in Martin, South Dakota. That is where he met Billie Rae Knuth who he married August 28, 1952 in Denver, Colorado on his lunch break from his job at a local gas station. They returned to Martin and shortly thereafter he was drafted into the US Army and was deployed to Japan after his basic training was completed at Ft. Riley, Kansas. He served for two years and returned to Martin. In September of 1957 they moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota where they lived and raised their family of four girls until Mom passed away in 1995.

Dad worked at the Grand Forks Air Force Base when that was being built driving a ready mix truck delivering many yards of concrete. He also sold farm machinery for many years and then he decided to buy himself a semi-truck and trailer to haul grain to Duluth, Minnesota. This he did until he retired in 1994 to spend time with Mom during her battle with lung cancer.

Dad then split his time between Topock, Arizona and Golden Lake near Hatton, North Dakota. After the winter of 1996-97 he said he never wanted to see another snowflake and he didn't until 2014 when he wasn't able to get to Arizona as early as he did before. He really enjoyed his time in Arizona with his brothers-in-law and friends during the winter and his family during his summers in North Dakota.

He is survived by his daughters: Laurie Christianson, Northwood, North Dakota, Sherrie (Ron) Jablinske, Moorhead, Minnesota, Julie (Mitch) Aarsvold, New Germany, Minnesota, Jodi (Dave) Jenson, Twin Valley, Minnesota; one brother, Bob, Big Lake, Texas; grandchildren Kelly (Neil) Behan, Katie (Justin) Anderson, Corey Jablinske, Megan (Erik) Innes, Alex Christianson, Michaela Jenson, Nathan Jenson; great-grandchild, Owen Thomas; sister-in-law, Meldine Miller, Atascadero, California, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, five sisters: Leitha Miller, Betty Petrik, Marjorie (Midge) Johnson, Eva Jayne Grass, Carol Barton, two brothers: Norman (Lime, Beans) and Larry, one son-in-law: Miles Christianson, two brothers-in-law: Roger and Sonny Knuth and one grandchild: Ryan Christianson.

Dad's sense of humor and love of a good story will be missed by all who knew him.

Memorial Service: Friday, October 23, 2015 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: Friday, October 23, 2015, in Dahl Funeral Home of East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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July 15, 1920 - October 9, 2015

Resided in Moorhead, Minnesota

Florence Marie (Prudhomme) Dufault, age 95, died peacefully with family by her side Friday, October 9, 2015 while under Hospice care following a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was a resident of Eventide Nursing Home, Moorhead and formerly a longtime resident of Gentilly and Crookston, Minnesota. The Funeral Mass begins at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 17, 2015 in St. Peter's Catholic Church, Gentilly, Minnesota. Visitation will be at the church Saturday from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m. with a rosary at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery following Mass.

Florence was born on her parents farm near Gentilly, Minnesota, July 15, 1920, the daughter of Ed and Anna (Fontaine) Prudhomme. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter's Church, Gentilly. As a young girl, Florence attended country school and worked on her parents dairy and grain farm. She will be remembered as the older sister helping her mother with cooking and caring for her younger siblings.

Florence was united in marriage to Leo Joseph Dufault, January 9th of 1940 at St. Peter's Catholic Church. They operated a small dairy and grain farm where Florence became a devoted wife, homemaker and mother. In 1964, the couple turned over their farming operation to their son, Roland, and then moved into the village of Gentilly. Florence found work with the Cathedral School Hot Lunch Program. She also worked in private homes doing daycare, housekeeping, painting and varnishing. Happy memories were made as she became a beloved friend to many young people she cared for.

For many years, Florence was active in the church guild, St. Anne's Sodality, Catholic Foresters, Senior Citizens Club and a charter member of the Catholic Daughters of America.

Florence and Leo wintered several years in Arizona where they enjoyed many happy times playing cards and spending time with family and friends. Florence spent a lot of time making afghans, crocheting doilies and towels which her loved ones will treasure.

Sadly on September 2, 2000 Leo died unexpectedly of a heart attack. Fortunately, earlier that year the couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.

Florence will be greatly missed but happily remembered by her family that include her two sons, Francis (Joann) Dufault of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Roland Dufault of Phoenix, Arizona; five daughters, Diana Bourque of Fargo, North Dakota, Carol (Don) Amundson of Devils Lake, North Dakota, Monica (Ron) Beauchane of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, Mary Roue of Crookston, Minnesota, and Bev Jung of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; a sister, Dorothy LaCoursiere of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and a brother, Hilaire (Jean) Prudhomme of New Lisbon, Wisconsin. Also, leaving to mourn their beloved grandmother are 22 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several step "grands" along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Florence will enter her heavenly home to join her dear Leo; two sons-in-law, John Roue and David Jung; grandsons, Kevin Dufault and Mark Loock, her parents and seven siblings, Leonard, Madeline, Theresa, Ceciliia, Paul, Doris and Larry.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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Born: January 28, 1952

Died: September 11, 2015

U.S. Veteran

Duane Rude, age 63, of Groton, South Dakota, and formerly of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, September 11th, at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9th, at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston with the Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating.

Interment will be in Poplar River Cemetery, Fosston. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Military honors will be provided by the National Guard Honors Team and arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Duane Larry Rude was born on January 28, 1952 in Fosston, Minnesota to parents Earl Bennie and Irene Marion Larson Rude. He grew up in Fosston and attended Fosston High School. Duane entered the United States Air Force in March of 1971 and served as a part of the combat support squadron. He received his honorable discharge in May of 1974.

Duane had lived in the Twin Cities area and was now living in Groton, South Dakota. He worked road construction for most of his life and was currently employed with Reede Construction out of Aberdeen, South Dakota.

Duane liked to hunt, fish, cook, and had a great love of the outdoors.

Duane passed away on Friday, September 11, 2015 at Rapid City Regional Hospital following a short illness at the age of 63 years.

Survivors include two sons, Joel Klinke of Gladstone, Missouri, and Shane Roche of the Twin Cities; grandchildren, Bryce, Gage, Shane, and Drake Roche, and Brady Beito, Jeffrey, Riley and McKenna Klinke; siblings, Earlys Hansen of St. Vincent, Minnesota, Inez (Veryl) Bakken of Lengby, Minnesota, Jerry (Nancy) Rude of Tacoma, Washington, Iven Rude of Forest Lake, Minnesota, and Loann Dalzell of Hallock, Minnesota; aunts, Bernice Rude of Ada, Minnesota, Joanne Rude of Shelly, Minnesota, and Ruth Rude of Wisconsin; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; brother, Dennis Martin Rude; brothers-in-law, Arlen Hansen and Danny Dalzell; nephew, Randy Bakken; niece, Debbie Rush; and aunts and uncles.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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September 27, 1929 - October 18, 2015

Biography

Luaine Andrys, 86, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 18, 2015 at the Edgewood Vista, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Luaine Andrys was born September 27, 1929 in Gully, Minnesota, the daughter of Helmer and Tillie (Nyland) Brenna. She grew up in rural Gully, Minnesota. She married Lewis Pierce in Mason City, Iowa, on December 14, 1949. They lived in Crookston, Minnesota, until moving to Grand Forks in 1953 when they purchased Lake of the Woods Bus Line which became Star Bus Line and then Triangle Bus Lines. Lewis died Feb. 19, 1992. She married Herman Gerszewski on April 23, 1994 in Grand Forks. Herman passed away on December 4, 1995. She married George Andrys in June of 1997, and he passed away in October of 2011.

She is survived by children, Dorothy (Dale) Fish, of Sioux City, Iowa, Alett (Harold) Boyd, of Virginia Beach, VA, Kim Torgerson of Arvilla, North Dakota and Tammy (Craig) Slininger of Grand Forks, North Dakota; fifteen grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley (Tom) Maroney of Coon Rapids, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Leon Pierce; daughter, Carlean Evans; sisters, Mavis Klema, Violet Huot; and brother Harvey Brenna.

Funeral Service: Saturday, October 24, 2015 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: One Hour Prior Funeral Service on Saturday in Dahl Funeral Home.

Interment: Saturday October 24, 2015 at Memorial Park South Cemetery.

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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Born: November 18, 1924
Died: October 13, 2015

U.S. Veteran

Dale M. Walters, 90, Wasilla, Alaska, and formerly of Beltrami, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, Palmer, Alaska.

Dale Merle Walters was born on November 18, 1924, to Lawrence and Ellen (Moe) Walters in Crookston, Minnesota. Dale attended country grade school near his parent's farm in Onstad Township. He graduated from Northwest School of Agriculture in Crookston, in 1942. That same year enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps, where he completed his college equivalency exams and qualified for flight training.

He received his "flying wings" and served as an instructor for most of his remaining active duty years. He flew such aircraft as the Stearman, AT-6, P-40, P-51, P-38 and B-17. After receiving his honorable discharge in 1946, he was a member of the National Guard until 1959, when he was discharged as a 1st Lieutenant.

Dale and Lois Johnson, who had met during their high school years, were married March 26, 1946, at Dale's parent's farm. Dale and Lois lived at the Walters farm where Dale farmed with his father and began an aerial spraying business. Over the years, Dale did a lot of crop spraying in the local area and later would expand his business to include charter, air ambulance, and flight instruction service. Dale's love of flying was exhibited by his teaching several local residents to fly, helping establish the still existing Fertile Flying Club, and encouraging aviation in the community.

In 1969, Dale and Lois moved to California where Dale continued his flying career. In 1981, Dale and Lois moved to Alaska. Dale again continued his flying career operating his own fixed base operation and later was employed as a bush pilot, instructor and check pilot covering operations in Alaska from Anchorage to Pt. Barrow to Kotzebue. Dale was known to encourage young aviators and for promoting safe operations. His accident free professional flying career ended in 1992, as a result of a near fatal automobile accident in Fairbanks, Alaska.

A highlight of Dale's time in Alaska was enjoying from their birth, his grandsons Lance and Leif. He, along with his son, Larry, taught them both to fly. He inspired their interests, encouraged their efforts and imparted his love and respect of family, friends, and of course, aviation to them. In more recent years Dale and Lois resided in a residential aviation community in Alaska where Dale was able to share his expertise and knowledge after thousands of hours of accident free flying with those who shared his love of aviation. Dale enjoyed hunting, fishing, yard work and being with his family and constant four-legged companion, Molly.

Dale is survived by his wife of 69 years, Lois, their son, Larry (Karen) of Wasilla, and two grandsons, Lance and Leif. Surviving siblings are his sister, Charlene Stromstad, Beltrami, Minnesota, and brother, Melvin Walters, Sacramento, CA, in addition to several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Ellen, and James Johnson (Lois' brother whom Dale and Lois raised from age 2).

Memorial Service: Friday, October 30, 2015, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Beltrami, Minnesota.

Visitation: One hour before the service at the church.

Burial: Hafslo Cemetery, rural Beltrami, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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January 27, 1954 - October 13, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Scott Alan Brown, 61, of Crookston, Minnesota, died October 13, 2015 at Altru Rehaab Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2015 at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral and Cremation Service.

Scott was born January 27, 1954 in Wichita Falls, TX, to John and Delores (Mikleby) Brown. They later moved to East Grand Forks, Minnesota. where Scott attended Sacred Heart School. Scott worked at American Crystal Sugar Company and then moved on to construction until 1996. He then went to work at New Flyer, in Crookston, Minnesota. and worked there until Medical Retirement in 2007.

Scott married Janet L. Bateman on August 18, 1972 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. They had 4 children: David, Edward, Jeremy, and Wade. Scott later moved to the Twin cities area where he met Ida Moen. Together they had a daughter, Ashley Brown.

Scott loved working with wood.He liked to help remodel homes with his sons. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Scotts' grandchildren will never forget the ice cream they got for breakfast when grandma was not at home. Scott had a great sense of humor and could lighten anyone's day with his wonderful smile.

Scott is survived by sons: David (Kerri) Howell, Michigan, Edward (Lisa), Jeremy (LeAnn) and Wade all of Crookston, Minnesota; and by a daughter Ashley of Grand Forks, North Dakota; four brothers: Edward Lars (Linda) Brown, Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, Fred, Jim and Chris Metcalf of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; four sisters: Laurie(Curt) Moen, Jenny (Doug) Mondor of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Tina Metcalf, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Betty Metcalf of Emerado, North Dakota; grandchildren: Hannah and Jenna Brown, of Howell, Michigan, Molly, Zach and Carly Brown of Crookston, Minnesota, Morgan Milling of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Brittney and Corey Chapman, of Crookston, Minnesota, and Jamie Brown, Crookston, Minnesota, Lindsay, Jaydin, Tylar Nelson, of Crookston, Minnesota, and McKenzie Brown of Crookston, Minnesota; and three great-grandchildren: Brayden, Willow and Scarlett.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Brown, his mother and step-father Delores (Lolly) and Howard Metcalf of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Grandparents Frederick and Mabel Metcalf, Grandfather Edwin Mikleby, and grandmother and step-grandfather Alice and Carl Grim.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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Lester E. Samuelson

July 20, 1929 - October 17, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Lester E. Samuelson, 86, of Crookston Minnesota, passed away Saturday October 17, 2015 in Riverview Hospital. A loving husband to his wife Bernice, theirs was a devoted partnership spanning over six decades and bringing forth three children, eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchildren.

"Sammy," as many knew him, was born July 20, 1929 in Crookston, MN the third son of Richard Samuelson and Helen Samuelson (Olson). He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith along with his brothers Robert, Charles, and Roger and attended country school. Soon after his graduation from the AC at Crookston in August of 1949, Lester was united in marriage to his lifelong love, Bernice Tinkham at Fisher Lutheran Church surrounded by family and close friends.

A short time later in 1950 at the height of the Korean War conflict, Lester's service for the National Guard led him to basic training and leadership school as a sergeant, after which he was sent to Korea and promoted to platoon sergeant. During this time the US fought under a United Nations banner with twenty other nations as well as South Korea, united by the common ideal 'Freedom is not Free!' While in Korea, Lester sustained an ankle injury from a nearby landmine explosion. He spent ninety-seven days on the North Korean frontlines with the 2nd Indianhead Infantry Division. He served his country boldly and with courage, returning home in 1953.

Lester returned to his native Crookston spending over twenty years with American Crystal Sugar Company as an Agriculturalist. Together he and Bernice raised their three children Julie (Taylor), Janna (Samuelson), and Jon (Samuelson). The family has fond memories of a family trip in a pea soup green Oldsmobile to California to see friends, relatives and visit Disneyland.

Throughout his life, Sammy also developed a love of flying. Completing many hours of flight time and rigorous testing, he became the proud owner of two Cessna prop planes. Sammy possessed both a commercial and instrument rating due to his accomplishments in flight. He often took Bernice or friends on local trips around Northern MN, or to see relatives across the US.

Lester and Bernice left Crookston in 1978 to operate Westrum's Clothing in Albert Lea, MN. This opportunity allowed the couple to share in the joint venture of running a business and forged a new connection in their partnership.

Upon his retirement Lester and Bernice continued to explore the US together in their motorhome. They enjoyed summer trips to Lake of the Woods, Ontario, Canada, for fishing, and spent winters in their second home in Bonita Springs, Florida. The pair also enjoyed many Christmas holidays with their children and grandchildren in Tennessee and Alabama.

In 1993, Lester and Bernice returned to MN permanently and to their final home on Maple Lake. Both enjoyed watching the birds nest in the nearby trees and visiting with neighbors who would often stop over for coffee.

Sadly, Bernice, his wife of sixty-five years passed away in March of 2015. Lester now joins his beloved wife in eternity.

Lester is survived by his 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 Songdo, South Korea, Ben Samuelson of Birmingham, AL, Amber Tubbs of Jasper, AL, and Ashley Barrentine of Charleston, SC. Also included are nine great grandchildren and one great-great grandchildren. He also leaves a brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Lois Samuelson of Crookston, MN, Juanita Samuelson, sister-in-law of Crookston, MN and Della Samuelson sister-in-law of Thief River Falls, MN and many nieces and nephews and other relatives.

Lester was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Helen Samuelson, brothers Robert and sister-in-law Mona of Crookston, Charles of Thief River Falls, MN and son-in-law Larry Taylor of Fort Payne, AL. May God bless the memory of Lester E. Samuelson.

"So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love." Corinthians 13:13 ESV

Services for Lester E. Samuelson will be held Saturday October 24, at 2pm with visitation from 1-2pm at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston. Burial will be at the Fisher, Minnesota Lutheran Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be given in Lester's name to the following: Fisher Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, Fisher Lutheran Church, South 2nd Street, Fisher, MN 56723; Villa St. Vincent, 516 Walsh Street, Crookston, MN 56716 or Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Attention: Lavonne Liversage, Director, 2101 North Elm Street, Fargo, ND 58108.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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August 24, 1960 - October 13, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Bennie Willard Boyer, 55 of Crookston, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at Valley Elder Care in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 23, 2015 at Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston, Minnesota.

Bennie Willard Boyer, the son of Russell Boyer and Patricia (Borgen) Boyer was born in Warroad, Minnesota, on August 24, 1960. He was raised in Williams and then moved to Warroad, where he lived with Ben and Christine Skrivseth until the ninth grade, then moving to Thief River Falls until he was 18 years old. At that time he moved to Crookston and has lived there until the time of his death.

Bennie was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was creative as well doing ceramics and beading, creating gifts for family and friends. He also loved to garden and tell stories. The fish or deer became larger with every telling of the story. Playing jokes and teasing was another of Bennie's favorite things to do, no one was safe when it came to this. He loved his family and friends very much and enjoyed spending time with them when he could.

He always looked forward to the holidays, as this brought the family together and he could tell his stories to a new audience. Each day for Bennie was a new chance to meet people at his job at the Novel Cup, playing pool and visiting on those days that he worked. He enjoyed watching movies (westerns) mostly, he also liked to cook and would help prepare meals at the group home when he could. Bennies favorite thing to eat was dill pickles and he would sneak them whenever he could, even though they were bad for his health.

Bennie is survived by two sisters, Alice (Keith) Simon, of Crookston, Minnesota, and Donna (Kean) Kompelien, Roseau, Minnesota; brothers: Russell (Jeri) Boyer, Roseau, Minnesota, Randy Boyer, Crookston, Minnesota, Bryan Boyer, Frank (Heather) Flaschenriem, Barboursville, Virginia, Nick (Carmen) Flaschenriem, Hutchinson, Minnesota; nieces: Kristi (Danny) Curfman, Sara Kompelien, Kamia Stoltenberg, Jayce Rodriguez, Paige Boyer, and Nauricia Flaschenriem; nephews: Zach Boyer, Joey Rodriguez, and Ricky Stoltenberg; great-nieces, Tia Curfman and Kathrin Curfman; great-Nephews, Gabe Curfman and Keanon Curfman.

Bennie was preceded in death by his Father, Mother, Brother: Ernest Dale Boyer, Maternal grandparents, as well as his Paternal grandparents.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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Born: October 31, 1926

Died: October 22, 2015

Doris Heinle, age 88, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, October 22nd, at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 29th, at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with the Rev. John Ragan officiating. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery, Crookston, Minnesota, at a later date. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Thursday in the funeral home. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Doris Ann Hanson was born on October 31, 1926 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, to parents Anton and Dorothy Sykes Hanson. She grew up and graduated from high school in Grand Forks. She lived in Crookston and worked at a potato processing plant until her retirement. She then moved to Fosston to live near her son, Carl.

Doris entered the Essentia Health Living Center in February of 2013. While there she enjoyed watching TV and doing crossword puzzles.

Doris passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at Essentia Health Living Center at the age of 88 years.

Survivors include her daughter, Dorothy (David) Breitling of Fort Worth, Texas; two sons, Carl Benson of Fosston, and Donald Benson; two sisters, Mary Lou Hines of Smyrna, Georgia, and Roberta Benson of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Joyce Higgins and Elaine Amble; and brother, John Hanson.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Visitation
Wednesday, Oct 28, 2015

Funeral Service
Wednesday, Oct 28, 2015

Born: March 09, 1918

Died: October 23, 2015

Mable Pearson, age 97, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 23rd, at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28th, at Fridhem Lutheran Church in Lengby, Minnesota with the Rev. John Ragan officiating. Interment will be in Fridhem Lutheran Cemetery, rural Lengby.

Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence and online guestbook are available at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Mable Pearson

Born: March 09, 1918

Died: October 23, 2015

Mable Pearson, age 97, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 23rd, at Essentia Health Living Center in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28th, at Fridhem Lutheran Church in Lengby, Minnesota with the Rev. John Ragan officiating. Interment will be in Fridhem Lutheran Cemetery, rural Lengby. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages of condolence and online guestbook are available at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Mable Genevieve Severson was born on March 9, 1918 to Hans and Sena Severson in the Bagley area. She grew up on a farm near Ebro, Minnesota and attended the Bagley school. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. During WWII, she worked in Vancouver, Washington for several years before she returned home.

Mable was united in marriage to Elmer Pearson on October 28, 1950. After their marriage, they made their home on a farm west of Lengby, where they raised their three children. In 1980, they retired from farming and moved to a new home in Fosston, Minnesota. Whether it was for family or hired farm hands, she was well known for her wonderful cooking and welcoming spirit.

Mable was a dedicated member of Fridhem Lutheran Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher, member of the Ladies Aid and quilting group. She was also involved for many decades in the Lengby Improvement Club, was a volunteer at First Care Nursing Home and delivered Meals on Wheels. To Mable, the most important thing was family. She was a faithful follower of any activity and event in which her children and grandchildren would participate. She was a loyal and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She was truly cherished by everyone who knew her.

Mable passed away on Friday, October 23, 2015 at Essentia Living Center in Fosston at the age of 97 years, seven months and 14 days.

She is survived by two daughters, Vicki (Jim) Peterson of Bemidji, Minnesota and Carol Pearson of Plymouth, Minnesota; one son, Bruce (Gail) of Fosston, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Chris (Lynnsey) Oppegaard, Alexia (Justin) Isaacson, Chad (Jaime) Oppegaard, Charity (Shane) Erickson, Joshua Pearson, Angela (Dan) Boushee, Tiffany (Casey) Kroulik; and 16 great-grandchildren, Johrdan, Cael and Carter Oppegaard, Ava, Clair and Ellis Isaacson, Preston, Falline and Everett Erickson, Treydon, Carsen, Hudson and Landon Boushee, Carver, Bryar and Tyson Kroulik; one niece Janelle (Mel) Nott of Junction City, OR. Extended family members who were also very special to her: Wes Oppegaard, Grant and Kris Oppegaard, and Ron and Jan Oppegaard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; parents; one infant sister; two sisters, Myrtle and Angela; and one brother, Earl.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Born: February 26, 1955
Place of Birth: Wisconsin

Death: October 18, 2015
Place of Death: East Grand Forks, Minnesota

February 26, 1955 - October 18, 2015

Survived by spouse, Karen Booker.

Memorial Services will be held 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 22, 2015 at the Dahl Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: Thursday October 22, 2015, 1-2 PM at Dahl Funeral Home

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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January 28, 1962 - October 23, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Lori Radke, 53, of Crookston, Minnesota died Friday, October 23, 2015 at her home in Crookston. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 29, 2015 at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston. Burial will be in the Oakdale Cemetery, Crookston.

Lori was born January 28th, 1962 to Beryl and Shirley (Johnson) Radke on Crookston Minnesota. She was a loving wife to Larry Hennager and mother to Matthew Storbakken, Christopher Storbakken, Jennifer Storbakken (Miguel), and Derek Brault (Megan).

Lori was born and raised in Crookston. After moving around the area running a construction business with Larry they settled in Crookston in 2003 where Lori stayed home to care for her grandchildren. Lori was a caregiver, she was there for anyone and everyone; always making sure they had what they needed. She loved her family and would go to the ends of the earth to love and protect them.

Lori is survived by her mother, Shirley; siblings, Larry Radke (Debbie), Randy Radke (Judy), Vickij Halliday, and Daniel Radke (Jamie); all her children, many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, uncles, and cousins.

She is preceeded in death by her father, Beryl Radke; uncle, Vern Radke; and granddaughter Kaylee Storbakken.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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#1:

Born: August 15, 1926

Died: October 28, 2015

Orlin B. Thompson, age 89, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 28th at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 2nd at 11:00 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in McIntosh with Rev. Gordon Syverson officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church on Monday morning. Interment will be at Asphult Cemetery, rural McIntosh, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Orlin B. Thompson

Born: August 15, 1926

Died: October 28, 2015

Orlin Thompson, age 89 of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 28th at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 2nd at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in McIntosh with Rev. Gordon Syverson officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church on Monday morning. Interment will be at Asphult Cemetery, rural McIntosh, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh is in charge of the arrangements. Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Orlin B. Thompson was born August 15, 1926, to parents Oscar and Agnes (Newton) Thompson. He was born at the Thompson family farm NE of McIntosh in Hill River Township which was homesteaded by the family in the 1880’s. He resided there until his recent move to McIntosh Senior Living in June of this year.

He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in McIntosh, Minnesota. He bought and took over the farm in 1956; where he had a dairy and small grain operation. Orlin loved farming, milking the cows, not so much. He was however, thankful for the steady income it provided for his growing family.

On June 27th, 1953 he married Arlys Lucille Weiby at Rodnes Lutheran Church in rural Erskine, Minnesota. Together they farmed and raised their three children; Jody, Carol and Robert. Arlys passed away August 10, 1996, at which time they had been married 43 years.

Orlin was a loving husband, patient father and treasured grandfather. As a couple, Orlin and Arlys enjoyed spending time and mentoring several youth throughout the years. They had many friends of various ages. He was also an avid hunter and harvested a deer last year. He also spent many summer afternoons fishing with friends and family at Jeppson Lake. Orlin passed away on October 28, 2015 at the age of 89. He will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his children Jody (David) Lende of Lynnwood, Washington, Carol (George Michael) Longtin of Erskine, Minnesota, Robert (Janet) Thompson of McIntosh, Minnesota: seven grandchildren – David (Michelle) Melby of Sandwich, Massachusetts, Cole (Kimberly) Longtin of West Fargo, North Dakota, Jered (Bethany) Longtin of Gilbert, Illinois, Troy (Ariel) Longtin of Moorhead, Minnesota, Jami Bergh of Beltrami, Minnesota, Kayla Bergh of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Angie Thompson of McIntosh, Minnesota. Great-grandchildren Kaitlin and Emily, Myah, Hunter and Landon, Kason and Lennon and Ainsley. He has one brother Donald (Fern) Thompson of Edmonds, Washington, and one sister Lois McLaughlin of Lynnwood, Washington.

Orlin is also survived by sisters-in-law Gloria Ostgard, of Fosston, Minnesota, Karen Zeager of Bay Village, Ohio, Dorothy (Wayne) Smith of Lengby, Minnesota and Rosalie Weiby of Erskine, Minnesota. He also has many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, sister, Betty Larson and brother, Roy Thompson.

Blessed be his memory

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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June 29, 1939 - October 27, 2015

Theodore Francis Kozel, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota with his family by his side.

Ted was born on June 29, 1939 to the late Emil and Agnes (Gust) Kozel. He grew up in Keystone Township and attended Rural Keystone Country School. Afterwards, he drove bulk milk until he enlisted in the US Army from 1956 to 1957. Upon his return he met Ila Mae Shane and they were united in marriage on November 7, 1959 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Ted worked for Leonard Lind and Vern Hagen Farms, then as a seasonal worker for Transystems and farmed in the Keystone Township area for the rest of his life on the original Kozel farm.

Ted is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ila Mae Kozel of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; children, Tim (Charmelle) Kozel of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; Tami (Tim) Nielsen of Fargo, North Dakota; Suzie (Rodney) Larson of Euclid, Minnesota; and Tom Kozel of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Ann Lind of Grand Forks, North Dakota; Agnes (Donald) Kobetsky of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; and Helen Haug of Grand Forks, North Dakota; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ted was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Agnes Kozel; brothers, George, John, Emil, Jr., and Robert Kozel; sister, Mary Kozel; and daughter-in-law, Anna Kozel.

Ted was a life time member of the Eagles #350. East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Funeral Mass: 11:00 am, Monday, November 2, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 200 3rd St NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota 56721

Visitation: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Sunday, November 1, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with a prayer service at 6:30 pm.

Inurnment: Private family service will be held at a later date

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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Born: May 17, 1934
Place of Birth: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Death: October 26, 2015
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

George L. Anderson, age 81, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on October 26, 2015 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

George was born on May 17, 1934 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to the late Rueben and Ethel (Pomplum) Anderson. George grew up in Grand Forks and attended Central High School. In 1953 he married Marlene Odegard. On June 8, 1967 he married Mary Werness in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He worked for Kielty Motors, where he learned the auto body trade, then opening Anderson Bros Body Shop with his brother Kenneth in 1973.

George is survived by his children, David (Terri) Anderson of Menasha, WI; Scott (Carolyn) Anderson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; Amy (Scott) Conley of Fisher, Minnesota; Bonnie (William) Houle of Grand Forks, North Dakota; and Debra (Kerry) Kirchoffner of Grand Forks, North Dakota; 15 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren and special friend Melody Leshuk of East Grand Forks.

He was predeceased by his wife Mary; parents, Rueben and Ethel; and brothers, Kenneth, Gerald, and Robert.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the East Grand Forks Senior Center.

Funeral Service: 10:30 AM on Friday, October 30, 2015 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church 1515 5th Ave NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota 56721

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 6:30 pm Prayer Service on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Interment: Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Buxton, North Dakota

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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January 8, 1958 - October 24, 2015

Biography--

Ronald Lee Kowalczik, age 57, of Climax, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 24, 2015 due to natural causes at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota, surrounded by his family.

Ron was born on January 8, 1958 in Crookston, Minnesota to Stanley Kowalczik and Louis Brooks. Ron went to school in Grand Forks, North Dakota till he later moved to Climax, Minnesota with his grandparents. Ron graduated from Climax High School with the Class of 1977.

He married and had his daughter Michele. Ron then enlisted into the United States Army where he was discharged due to injuries. Ron married Jannae Nelson on October 13, 1990 in Climax, Minnesota where he gained four children. Ron was a very hard working man with many jobs throughout his life. Including a police reserve for the Crookston Police Department, a security guard for Security East, employee for Anheuser Busch Elevator, Custodian at the Belmont school in Grand Forks, Custodian at the Climax-Shelly School, and later took a leap to NDSU where he was a Maintaince Worker for many years.

Ron was very involved at the Climax Lutheran Church. He was the superintendent of the Luther League and took classes to become a lay minister. He was a man of many talents. He volunteered as a firefighter and coached elementary basketball. He loved to fish, hunt, and watched the Vikings. (Even when they made him throw the remote at the TV from time to time) He loved spending time with his family, friends and his dog cuddles. The thing is loved most of all was bragging about his daughter Brenda.

Ron is survived by his wife Jannae Kowalczik of Climax, Minnesota; children Jeremiah Slyt of Climax, Minnesota; Stacy (Slyt) Evitts (James) of Climax, Minnesota, Brenda Slyt (Donovan) of Crookston, Minnesota, Kevin Slyt (Jenny) of Climax, Minnesota; fourteen grandchildren; sister, Patty Huberd of Tacoma, WA; brother, Allen Jackson of Orlando, Florida.

Ron was preceded in death by his mother, Louis Brooks; father, Stanley Kowalczik; grandparents, Ben and Lillian Gorden.

We would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support over the years. We feel Ron was very loved and respected as an individual by many. You couldn't have asked for a better man, husband, father and grandfather. Thanks to all who made Ron's life complete.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Funeral Service: 10:30 AM, Thursday, October 29, 2015 in Climax Lutheran Church, Climax, Minnesota

Visitation: One Hour Prior Funeral Service on Thursday in Climax Lutheran Church, Climax, Minnesota

Interment: Sand Hill Lutheran Cemetery, rural Climax, Minnesota

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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Born: May 25, 1949

Died: October 26, 2015

Evelyn Castillo, 66, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Monday, October 26, 2015, at the Riverview Hospital, Crookston, Minnesota. She was born on May 25, 1949, to Rufino and Margarita (Garcia) Castillo in San Salvador, El Salvador. She attended a Roman Catholic Boarding School and graduated from college with a Masters Degree in International Relations in Mexico.

Evelyn was united in marriage to Pasha Shamlou in Mexico. She worked for the El Salvadorian Embassy in Lima, Peru, as a secretary. Over the years, she and her family lived in El Salvador, Mexico and Canada, before settling in the Crookston, Minnesota. Due to health concerns, Evelyn entered the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota, in 2011.

In her younger years, Evelyn enjoyed spending time with her beloved father, whom she loved dearly. She spoke of times she went horseback riding with her father through his coffee plantations, and the times where he visited her in boarding school bringing her gifts of dolls and nice chocolates. Her father sadly passed away of a heart attack when she was 25 years of age. Evelyn enjoyed each chance she got to see horses, take long walks in the country side, picking flowers, and gardening; it reminded her so much of her childhood.

Evelyn was a quiet and reserved person who appreciated good books, writing, painting and coloring, as well as watching movies on television. She was an intelligent and well educated lady. She possessed a contagious smile and an entertaining sense of humor. Evelyn was a woman of faith who enjoyed praying daily. She was an excellent cook, specializing in Middle Eastern, German, and French cuisine. Languages came easy to her as she spoke five different languages.

Evelyn's face glowed at the sight of her grandchildren whom she adored. She loved to go on outings with her daughter Afruzeh and son-in-law Brandon to visit her beloved James. When she spent time with James in person or through Facetime video, her true joy showed though her constant smiling. She loved being called Granny. She was loved, will be missed, and will forever be in our hearts.

Evelyn is survived by two daughters, Afsaneh (John) Rothchild, Woodbury, Minnesota, and Afruzeh (Brandon) Jacobson, West Fargo, North Dakota; five grandchildren: Giada, Wellington, Soraya Rothchild and James and Gemma Jacobson.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Billy Castillo.

Funeral services will be held at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota, at 2 PM on Tuesday, November 3, 2015.

Visitation will be one hour before the services at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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Born: March 06, 1939

Died: October 26, 2015

Judith Ann "Judy" Sandness, 76, Fertile, Minnesota, died October 26, 2015, at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

She was born on March 6, 1939, to Arthur and Hilma (Gredvig) Rongen at home in Garfield Township, rural Fertile. Judy was baptized and confirm at Little Norway Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, where she was a lifelong member. She attended Lone Oak Country School and the Fertile High School.

On December 1, 1956, Judy was united in marriage to Marlyn Sandness at Little Norway Lutheran Church. They were blessed with four wonderful children—Mark, Lionel, Dione, and Melissa. Early on in their marriage, Judy babysat for area families. They lived in Perham, Minnesota from 1960-1965. Judy worked as a Tupperware and Avon Saleswoman. She was employed by Fair Meadow Nursing Home in the Activities Department for several years. Her sewing skills were used at Anderson Fabrics and Marlo's Furniture and Fabric both of Crookston, Minnesota. In 1975 to 1983, Judy and Marlyn owned and operated Sandness Gas Station and Auto Sales. Judy always stayed busy in the community and church, as well as at home.

Judy's family, both immediate and extended, meant the world to her. Birthdays, holidays, special occasions or just because, family was always welcome at their home. She enjoyed reading, knitting, and sewing. As a family they travelled to various places in the United States, sleeping in tents or the car along the way. In the past years, Judy was privileged to experience a couple of Cruises. She was a Cub Scout Leader and an active member of Little Norway Ladies Aid. Spending time with Marlyn traveling to Flea Markets was also an activity she enjoyed. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were truly loved by Judy.

Judy is survived by her husband, Marlyn, Fertile; two sons, Mark (Becky) and Lionel (Theresa), both of Fertile; two daughters, Dione Rasmussen, Fertile; and Melissa (Kenneth Jr.) Sargent, Ada, Minnesota; 15 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Marlys Lee, and three brothers, Arvid, Charles and Douglas.

Funeral Service: 11:00am, Monday, Nov. 2nd at Little Norway Lutheran Church, rural Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation: Sunday, Nov. 1st from 5-7pm with a Prayer Service at 6:30pm at the Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial: Little Norway Lutheran Cemetery

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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#1:

March 7, 1923 - October 28, 2015

Resided in Gentilly, Minnesota

Raymond Benoit, 92 of Gentily, Minnesota, died Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Riverview Hospital in Crookston surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral Mass will be said at 11 a.m. Monday, November 2, 2015 in St. Peter's Catholic Church, Gentilly, Minnesota. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 4p.m. at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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Raymond Louis Benoit

March 7, 1923 - October 28, 2015

Resided in Gentilly, MN

Obituary

Raymond Louis Benoit, 92, of Gentilly, Minnesota, died peacefully at Riverview Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota, on Wednesday October 28, 2015, surrounded by his family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 2 at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Gentilly, Minnesota, with visitation an hour before the funeral and also on Sunday November 1 at Stenshoel-Houske Funeral home in Crookston, with a prayer service at 4 pm.

Raymond was born March 7, 1926, in Gentilly, Minnesota, to Louis & Rose (Chouinard) Benoit. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Gentilly. He spoke only French until he attended the Gentilly school. He graduated in 1941 from Crookston's Cathedral High School. Ray served in the U.S. Navy on the Destroyer USS Stack 406 in the South Pacific during World War II, where he learned the electrical trade and operated a photography shop.

He was united in marriage to Florence Friederichs at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Foxhome, Minnesota, on June 21, 1950. They lived in his childhood home for the first 10 years of marriage, then he built a house where they raised 8 children.

Ray was a journeyman electrician, and worked on many buildings in the Grand Forks/Crookston area, most notably the Chester Fritz Auditorium, Highland Middle School, St. Joseph's Provincial House, and the Grand Forks Air Force Base. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1426.

After he fully retired in 1976, he was busier than ever. In the spring and summer he could be found beekeeping, picking wild asparagus in the ditches, and keeping Gentilly township free of gophers, beavers, and goatsbeard weed. He was caretaker for St. Peter's Cemetery and Church in Gentilly. He spent years surveying the town of Gentilly and researching historical records of unmarked graves from the 1890's. Fall weekends were planned around local church dinners.

He was proud that he could still wear his navy uniform every Veteran's Day. In winter, he would flood the Gentilly creek and swimming pool, and maintain rinks for hockey and ice skating. He enjoyed making wine and krumkake for family holiday gatherings. Ray looked forward to watching his grandchildren's events. He loved fixing things, especially old wind up clocks. He also worked on family genealogy, bowled and played cards with seniors. He reported bowling scores, rain amounts, and birthdays to KROX radio. Ray helped to organize reunions for his navy ship, which he and Florence traveled around the country to attend. They also enjoyed travels to Hawaii, Alaska, and other states.

Grateful to have shared in Ray's life are Florence, his wife of 65 years; his eight children and their families: Diane (Paul) Gratton of Fargo: Jill, Carly. Kathy (Gary) Shulstad of Halstad: Gerry, Meg, Nick, Andy, Will. Nancy (Greg) Searle of Eagan: Jennifer, Michael. Jane (Ervin) Vigness of Nielsville: Rachel, Marie, Pete, Aaron, Rose, Jacob, Elizabeth. Brian (Laurie) Benoit of Crookston: Cheriese, Travis, Henry. Greg (Joyce) Benoit of Crookston: Jason, Lisa, Jeff. Neal (Beth) Benoit of Crookston: Katie, Jenna. Brenda (Mario) Ruberto of St. Michael: Britta, Dane, Seth; 40 great-grandchildren; and his sister-in-law Darlene Benoit of Crookston. He also leaves his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law and their families on Florence's side: Marguerite Petersen, Ray Hiedeman, Mary (Vernon) Spartz, Elaine Friederichs, Lyle (Sarah) Nelson, June Nelson, Rosie Laughlin, Teresa Rick, Paul (Mary) Friederichs, Mike Friederichs, Tom (Judy) Friederichs.

Preceding him in death are his only brother, Cy, in March 2015; his mother, Rose in 1970 and his father Louis in 1936. Also, his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law on Florence's side: Wallace and Dona Friederichs, Julia Hiedeman, Bill Friederichs, Pete Friederichs, Gilbert Friederichs, Dale Nelson, Jo Nelson, Dale Petersen, Carl Klein.

In lieu of flowers, gifts of remembrance may be given to the St. Peter's Catholic Church Restoration Fund.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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November 30, 1977 - October 25, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Travis Vincent Brekken, 37, of Crookston, Minnesota died Sunday, October 25, 2015 after a long and courageous battle with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Travis was born in Crookston, Minnesota on November 30, 1977, the son of Vincent and Marie (Enslin) Brekken. He was baptized and confirmed at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Crookston. He attended Crookston public schools through high school, graduating in 1996. While attending school he and his classmates broke down social barriers and paved many new trails for handicap access. During high school he served as the baseball team's assistant manager and supported the team at home and on the road. He was also active in the choir and travelled with the group to Florida where they performed at Disney World.

Travis and his companion dog, Carmel, were able to cross the stage together with the rest of the class at graduation using a new ramp that was built by the students and teachers at the school. Following high school, Travis attended the University of Minnesota, Crookston, where he studied computer science and obtained his 'computer guru' status among family and friends for whom he was quick to offer assistance and support. Travis had a wide web of friends and family that he valued and cherished and was active in maintaining those relationships via a Facebook, email, and online games.

Throughout high school and college, Travis was an active volunteer at Riverview and Villa St. Vincent nursing homes. Growing up, Travis would attend Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) summer camps as well as participate in annual Jerry Lewis MDA telethon fundraisers. Make-a-Wish Foundation granted Travis and his family a trip to Disney World, a magical trip that led to several return visits. Travis also enjoyed being with his father and uncles on the farm, where he would ride in the trucks and learn some colorful language. He had been part of a truck brigade from Crookston hauling sandbags to East Grand Forks fighting the flood of 1997 and was in one of the last trucks to leave as the dike gave way.

Travis's favorite pastime was his car hobby. Travis had a love for cars, especially Fords, which began at a young age with his Uncle Curt and his Merkur sports car and expanded in his teenage years when he acquired a 1971 yellow fastback Mustang Mach I. A few years later, the Mustang was 'stolen' but later returned to him fully restored to mint condition by the Crookston Classic Cruisers car club as a surprise 20th birthday gift. It was the first time his family had seen him truly speechless, his only words being, "It's so shiny!" Words could not express the gratitude Travis and his family felt for all of the people and local businesses that helped in that project.

His second car purchase was a 2003 yellow Mustang Mach I. After that, he coordinated the restoration of a 1955 Mercury Monterey that he acquired from his cousin Mike. He later obtained a 1979 Ford F150 pickup and most recently purchased a 2015 Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Ford Mustang, which was number 877 of 1, 964 vehicles made and signed by Bill Ford. He enjoyed taking his collection to auto shows throughout the year and bringing his 2003 Mustang to Brainerd International Raceway where his friends drove it for him in drag races. He would often spend hours on the computer assisting others research and find old car parts for their projects.

His passion for cars also led to his meeting Jay Leno on three occasions, including a personal tour of Jay's auto collection and workshop. His most recent car memorabilia came from a friend who arranged to have NASCAR owner Jack Roush autograph a photograph of Travis's Mustangs as well as provide two commemorative 'hero coins'. In addition to being an avid Ford man who enjoyed good natured ribbings with his Chevy and Dodge friends, Travis was also a diehard UND Sioux hockey fan. He was a season ticket holder and would watch or listen to the games on the TV or radio when he could not attend. Even though he wasn't feeling well he was able to listen to the Sioux win on Friday and Saturday night before he passed away Sunday morning.

His family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Ring and many specialists at Sanford who helped keep Travis with us as long as he was. Also, to his personal care attendants over the years who were Travis's arms and legs for so long. And, to Travis's classmates for their support both during his school years and after. We never thought of Travis as being handicapped but rather looked at everything he could do in spite of being in a wheelchair.

Travis is survived by his parents Vincent and Marie (Enslin) Brekken; sister Jocelyn Brekken; paternal grandmother, Wanda Brekken; aunts and uncles Robert and Renee Wilbur, Roger and Edie Brekken, Marcie and Pat McConville, Dennis and Bev Brekken, David and Shirley Brekken, Kristie Brekken Ricard, Greg and Maggie Brekken, Mark and Jody Brekken, Phil Brekken, Chris and Bob Olson, Michelle and Elliot Solheim; and many cousins.

Travis was preceded in death by his grandparents Herman and Hazel Enslin, and Albert Brekken; uncles Curtis Brekken, and Gerald Brekken; and cousin Jeremy Brekken.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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July 21, 1930 - October 25, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Lyle Harland Eisert, age 85, of Crookston, Minnesota, died at Riverview Hospital, Sunday, October 25, 2015 with his loving family by his side.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2015 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston. Visitation will be on Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston with a Masonic Service beginning at 6:30 and prayer service at 7 p.m. Burial will be in the Oakdale Cemetery in Crookston.

Lyle was born July 21st, 1930 in Crookston, Minnesota, son of Walter and Alma (Fredricks) Eisert. Lyle was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church. He graduated from Crookston Central High School in 1949. Lyle enlisted in the National Guard his junior year, was activated during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged as a 1st Lt. in 1966.

In 1954, Lyle married Iris Mandt of McIntosh, Minnesota, and they had three children: Kimberly, Todd and Kristi.

Lyle was a Crookston Police Officer for four years, Polk County Chief Deputy Sheriff for 25 years and Emergency Service Director for 14 years. He coordinated the implementation of the Polk County 911 system. Lyle was elected Polk County Commissioner, District 3 for 12 years. In addition, he served on numerous committees. He retired in January 2001. Lyle served on the Trinity Lutheran Church council, several committees and volunteered as a Boy Scout Leader for Troop 41. He held the position of Polk County Law Enforcement Association President; State of Minnesota Emergency Managers President (he was the 1st President from Northwestern Minnesota); Crookston Kiwanis President, America Legion Commander; Master of the Crookston Masonic Lodge; Outstanding Athletic Booster of the Year; Outstanding Elected Official of the State of Minnesota presented by the State of Minnesota of Emergency Managers; and Outstanding Law Enforcement by Crookston Jaycees.

Surviving Lyle is his wife Iris of Crookston, Minnesota; daughters Kim (Mark) Windland, Maple Plain, Minnesota; Kristi (Bob) Holder, Katy, Texas; grandchildren, Kathrine Windland, Glencoe, Minnesota, Sarah Windland, Chanhassen, Minnesota, Sydney and Mia Holder, Katy, Texas.

Preceding Lyle in death were his parents and son Todd.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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Born: October 19, 1950
Died: October 29, 2015

Gordon Nesvold, age 65, from Moorhead, Minnesota, and formerly from Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, October 29th at Sanford Hospital on Fargo, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd at 2:30 PM at Kingo Lutheran Church in Fosston with Rev. John Ragan and Rev. Amanda Nesvold officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the funeral at the church on Tuesday afternoon. Interment will be at Kingo Lutheran Cemetery in Fosston, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com. As per Gordon's wishes, no flowers please.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Charles Lent

Born: February 05, 1932
Died: October 30, 2015

U.S. Veteran

Charles Abram Lent Jr., age 83 of Erskine, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2015 at his home with family members by his side. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 6, at Grace Lutheran Church in Erskine with the Rev. Steven Trandem officiating. Visitation will be held for an hour before the funeral. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in rural Erskine. Arrangements are with Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Erskine. Messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

Charles Abram Lent Jr. was born February 5, 1932, in Minneapolis to Charles and Martha (Muri) Lent. He had three older sisters: Catherine, Grace and Virginia. He attended Edison High School. He later moved to Minnewaukan, North Dakota, with his family after his father retired from the police force.

He met Norma Verena Nissen in 1950 when both were students at Minot State University in Minot, North Dakota. They married on June 18, 1951, and were married for 64 years. Chuck and Norma lived in Fargo, North Dakota, Minnewaukan and Erskine. They had four children: Laurie, Roger, Robert and Steven. Roger died in 1989.

Chuck served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954 and was stationed in Korea during the Korean War.

He received a pharmacy degree from North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota, in 1958. He worked at a pharmacy in Moorhead, Minnesota, for three years before moving to Erskine to purchase the local drugstore from Ray and Cleo Vollrath. They expanded the drugstore in the 1970s when they purchased the store next door and remodeled. The drugstore was part of the Erskine business community until 2004 when Chuck and Norma retired. They lived in town for many years before moving to Union Lake, where they enjoyed pontoon rides, sitting on the deck, and watching sunsets. They moved back to town in 2013.

Chuck enjoyed traveling, hunting, boating, poetry, music, anything Irish, and visiting with friends over a beer. He never missed the weather report. He was a big "Star Trek" fan and loved to watch Minnesota sports, especially the Vikings, the Twins and Gopher football. His favorite poem was "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe, one of his favorite authors. He also enjoyed fantasy and recently watched all three "Lord of the Rings" movies in three days.

Survivors include his wife, Norma of Erskine; his daughter, Laurie Swenson, who lived with them in Erskine; sons, Robert (Teresa) Lent of Minneapolis and Steven Lent of Minneapolis; three grandchildren, Megan Violette (Ryan) of Red Lake Falls, Nicholas Swenson of Crookston and Erskine, and Nissa Lent of Minneapolis; and a great-granddaughter, Jada Violette of Red Lake Falls.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Roger; his sisters, Catherine Murray, Grace Spillios and Virginia Stahl, all of California; and a special nephew, Edward “Pepper” Murray, who came to Erskine from California and lived with Chuck and his family until buying a house down the street.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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Born: September 10, 1937

Died: November 02, 2015

Florence Balzum, 78, Ada, Minnesota, died Monday, November 2, 2015, at Benedictine Care Community, Ada.

Florence Genevive Aarestad was born September 10, 1937 to Hazel and Julius Aarestad in Crookston, Minnesota. She was the fourth of seven children and grew up on the family farm near Lockhart, Minnesota. She graduated from Halstad High School in 1955 and married Ronald (Butch) Balzum on September 30th of the same year. She and her husband built a house a mile North of Ada and moved into it in 1962 where they lived for the next 51 years.

Florence worked as a seamstress, retouching and colorizing photographs, and a custodial position that she eventually shared with her husband at the Ada Elementary School. In 1982, Florence and Ron opened F & R Floral in Ada and owned and operated it until they retired in 2006.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents, Julius and Hazel (Hauge) Aarestad, her husband, Ronald Balzum, two sisters, Donna Sorhiem, and Laurel Keeney, brother Kenneth Aarestad and great-granddaughter, June Rudd.

Florence is survived by her sisters, Joyce Fortier, of Mason City, Iowa, Arloine Carlson of Arkdale, Wisconsin, Marilyn Arlien of Fargo, North Dakota, brother, Julien and (Sandra) Aarestad of Fargo, North Dakota, four children, Shirley Riley of Ada, Tamara and (Bruce) Sargent of Ada, Rick Balzum and (Scott Eastvold) of Buffalo, Minnesota, Stacey Balzum of Ada, four grandchildren, Adam Rudd and Jayme Rudd, both of Friday Harbor, Washington, Virginia Dettmann of Buelah, North Dakota, Michael Erickson of Ada, great-grandchildren: Lily Rudd, of New Richmond, Wisconsin, Joe Rudd, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, and Damien Rudd, of Friday Harbor, Wash.

Funeral: 2:00PM, Monday, November 9, 2015 at Fredrikson-Ganje Funeral Home, Ada, Minnesota.

Visitation: One hour before the service at the funeral home.

Inurnment: Ada Municipal Cemetery, Ada, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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Born: January 01, 1917
Died: November 03, 2015

U.S. Veteran

Victor Ness, 98, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Victor was born January 1, 1917, to Art and Caroline (Johnsrud) Ness at Maple Bay. He went to a country school in Maple Bay and later attended Fertile High School.

Then Pearl Harbor was attacked and suddenly the country was at war. Victor served with the 88th Division, 350th Infantry, known as the Blue Devils. Their insignia was a blue clover leaf and they fought like devils. The 350th Infantry Regiment fought in the Italian campaign. Victor was home on furlough when he and Bernice Iverson were married on December 17, 1943, at the Maple Bay parsonage. He went back to the Army for another two years. Victor was discharged from the Army on November 11, 1945, at Camp McCoy, Wisconsin.

After his discharge, Victor worked for Jerry Petersen in the repair and welding business. He eventually bought out the business and he and his brother, Wallace, operated Ness Repair Shop on Highway 32, on the north side of Fertile. He kept the shop until 1954, when he started farming. He and Bernice lived on a farm in Godfrey Township, where they raised three children. Victor was a lifelong member of Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church. He lived on the same farm until joining his wife at Fair Meadow Nursing Home in October, 2014.

Victor is survived by his wife, Bernice, Fertile, one son, Byron (Marilyn) Ness of rural Fertile, and one daughter, Gail (Jim) Weinkauf of Clear Lake; and one son-in-law, Wayne (Willi) Pederson, of Colorado Springs, Colorado; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Aaron and Wallace, four sisters: Hulda Hall, Gladys Wallace, Velma Ness, and Orlie Moland, two daughters: infant, Joan Katherine and Norma Pederson.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, November 7, 2015, at 10:30 AM in the Maple Bay Free Lutheran Church, Maple Bay, Minnesota.

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

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

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

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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Born: December 31, 1921
Died: November 03, 2015

Glendora Harriet Ficken, 93, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at Riverview Health, Crookston, Minnesota.

Glendora was the first born child of Elma and Herman (Erickson) Erikson, in rural Fertile, Minnesota, on December 31, 1921. She attended a Nelson Country School, District 70, not far from their home. After her 8th grade graduation, she went to Northwest School of Ag (the AC) in Crookston, Minnesota, through 1940.

In 1940, she looked for jobs in St. Paul, Minnesota and Seattle, Washington. She worked as a waitress at a Walgreens, in St. Paul. She became a Nanny for a Navy Commander and did her part in support of World War II by working at Boeing Aircraft in Seattle.

Glendora married Art Gundell in January 1946, in Seattle; they had three children: Arthur, Judy and Robert. After her husband, passed away in 1950, she returned to Fertile to raise her three children. She worked in Fertile at the Boarding House, the poultry packing plant, and seasonally picked potatoes near Ada.

On June 30, 1955, Glendora married Frederick Ficken at the First Evanger Lutheran Church in Fertile. They made their home 14 miles southwest of Elwood, Nebraska. Here they raised dairy and beef cattle, hogs, chickens and geese. Glendora was known for her garden products, wonderful cinnamon rolls, and goose down feather pillows. She loved to sew clothes for her kids. In August of 1958, she gave birth to her 4th child, Julie. Around 1962 her mother, Elma, decided to stop making rugs and gave Glendora her rug weaving machine. She became well known for her rug making. Glendora was a member of Salem Lutheran Church in rural Elwood and worked with the Ladies Aid and Altar Guild.

With the hardships of farming in Nebraska, Fred and Glendora decided to move to rural Fertile in 1967, and purchased a farm just northeast of Fertile. They joined St John's (Green Meadow) Lutheran Church in rural Ada, Minnesota, where she again served with the Ladies Aid and Altar Guild. Glendora worked at Lee's Nursery, picking potatoes near Ada, and the Fair Meadow Nursing Home. She had a great passion for animals, big or small, healthy or sick, she loved them all.

Our mother had a way of always putting other people's needs first, always glad to give a helping hand with chores on the farm, 4-H, FFA, dog training, taking care of her parents, neighbors, friends and grandchildren. Her humble and serving attitude came from her relationship with the Lord that led her through times of meager means and times of plenty. Whatever she had was shared to be a blessing to others. A fine lady of the Lord.

Glendora is survived by Art (Eileen) Gundell, Union Dale, PA; Robert (Bev) Gundell, Eustis, NE; and Julie Rensland, Minot, North Dakota; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; a sister Betty Floan, Fertile, Minnesota; several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Elma and Herman Erikson, husband, Arthur Gundell, daughter, Judy Reinke, husband, Frederick Ficken of 51 years, sons-in-law, Gary Reinke and Keith Rensland, and brother, Jimmy Erikson.

Funeral Services will be 11:00AM, Monday, November 9, 2015 at St John's Lutheran Church, rural Ada, Minnesota.

Visitation will be from 5-7 PM, Sunday, November 8, 2015, with a prayer service at 6:30 PM at the Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial at St John's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Ada.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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March 24, 1935 - October 30, 2015

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Nancy Ann Hanson, age 80, of Crookston, Minnesota, died in her home late Friday morning, October 30, 2015 with friends and family by her side.

Nancy was born at Little Falls, Minnesota, on March 24, 1935, one of two children of the union of Charles and Ardean Johnson Kiewel. They moved to Crookston. Nancy attended Crookston Public Schools. On January 25, 1958 Nancy was united in marriage to George Hanson at Las Vegas, Nevada. She and George made their home on their Fairfax Township farm until moving into Crookston in the early 1960's. They moved back to a new home they built on the farmstead in 1975 and in 1997 Nancy and George returned to Crookston.

Nancy was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church. She enjoyed traveling with George and their friends in their younger years. Nancy had a love for shopping up to her last days. She had fun playing scratch off lottery tickets and took pleasure in caring for family pets. Nancy was proud of her children and grandchildren. She delighted in spending time with her great-grandchildren. She was an exceptional woman who will be greatly missed by all.

Nancy leaves behind sons, Michael (Marlene) Hanson and Marc Hanson of Crookston, Minnesota; son-in-law Brian Anderson of Crookston; four grandchildren: Lorelei Jorgenson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Krystle (Dominic) Haugen of Duluth, Minnesota, Blake Hanson of Crookston and Austin Hanson of Fergus Falls, Minnesota; five great-grandchildren: Mantana, Adalyn, Laila, Xavier and Gia. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband George who passed away September 20, 2014, her daughter, Kathryn "Kathy" Anderson who passed away on June 11, 2009, her brother Thomas "Tommy" Kiewel and her parents. Blessed be the memory of Nancy Ann Hanson.

A visitation for Nancy will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Monday, November 2, 2015 from 5-7:00pm with a prayer service at 7:00pm. The funeral service will be Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at 11:00am at Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston, Minnesota with lunch following the service.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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October 31, 1959 - November 4, 2015

Life Legacy

Ricky Myron Michael Compeau went home to Heaven on Wednesday, November 4th, 2015 at his home. Ricky was born on October 31st, 1959 in Cavalier, North Dakota. He was born to Raymond and Vivian (Richotte) Compeau who have preceded him in his death.

Ricky married the love of his life, Nancy Gooden, on August 24th, 1990, in East Grand Forks. Ricky and Nancy made their home and raised their two children together in East Grand Forks. Ricky began his working career alongside his father, Raymond, working for Greenberg Farms in Grand Forks. He worked several years for Ryan Potato Co. in East Grand Forks prior to working for Northland Community College as a General Maintenance Worker from 1991 until his retirement in 2010.

Ricky is survived by his wife, Nancy, and his son, Michael, both of East Grand Forks. His daughter, Jennifer, and the "apple of his eye" Grandson, Connor, both of Moorhead, Minnesota; brothers, Dan (Sheila) Compeau of Grand Forks and Vincent of Makoti, North Dakota; sisters, Lila Olson and Cheryl (Grant) Kahlbaugh of Grand Forks; his aunts, Alice Richotte of Graham, Washington, and Shirley Shelley of Kalispell, Montana; his uncle, Keith Richotte of Menahga, Minnesota. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorials are preferred.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5-7 PM with a 6:30 prayer service, Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at the Dahl Funeral Home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website, 11/7/2015

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Born: June 11, 1940
Place of Birth: Breckenridge, Minnesota

Death: October 31, 2015
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Diann Mary (Duwenhoegger) Novacek passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at Valley Elder Care in Grand Forks, North Dakota, surrounded by her children.

Diann was born on June 11, 1940 in Breckenridge, Minnesota, to Aloise & Mae Duwenhoegger. Diann was born three minutes before her twin sister, Joann. She was baptized on June 23, 1940. She was confirmed at St. Johns Catholic Church on April 19, 1955. She attended elementary school at St. Johns Catholic School in Wahpeton, North Dakota. She graduated from Wahpeton High School in 1958. She then attended Wahpeton State School of Science for one year.

Diann moved to Grand Forks, North Dakota, in 1960 and later met Wilbur Novacek. They were engaged Christmas Eve of 1960. Their wedding took place on September 30, 1961 at St. John's Catholic Church in Wahpeton, North Dakota. They moved to Tabor Township, Polk County, Minnesota, in 1963 where they raised their three children. Diann was the bookkeeper for both their road maintenance business and farming corporation. Diann enjoyed taking care of her gardens and flower beds. She enjoyed cooking for her family, always having a delicious meal on the table at mealtime.

In 1984, Diann had the opportunity of a lifetime to see Pope John Paul II on his first-ever trip to Canada. She made the trip with her dear friend Mary Ann. Diann enjoyed her travels to Hawaii, Texas, Canada, Las Vegas, the missions in California and visiting family in Iowa and North Dakota.

Diann was very active at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Tabor, Minnesota. She often volunteered her time at funerals, cleaning days at the church, counting money from collections. She valued her close friendships and their many ventures together. Faith and family was the center of Diann's life.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years; her children; Michael (Leanne) Novacek of Warren, Minnesota; Lori Novacek of Grand Forks, North Dakota; Scott Novacek of Milpitas, Calif., her grandchildren Sydney, Jessica & Macey, her twin sister, Joann Tanberg of Minot, North Dakota, and her sister Marian Hough of Jessup, Iowa, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers-in-law, Dave Tanberg & Ben Hough.

Memorial Service: Wednesday November 4, 2015, Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Visitation: Wednesday November 4, 2015, Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Inurnment:
Sunday October 4, 2015, Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery, Tabor Township, Polk County, Minnesota

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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February 14, 1920 - October 31, 2015

Resided in Euclid, Minnesota

Obituary

Carrol M. Goergen, 95, of Euclid, Minnesota, passed away on October 26, 2015 at Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home in Crookston, Minnesota.

Carrol was born on February 14, 1920 to Albert and Mollie (Wavra) Tiedeman. They lived on a farm near Euclid. Carrol was one of four children and attended country school.

Carrol married Robert Goergen on June 3, 1946. (Robert passed away on October 20, 2011.) They were blessed with two children, Sharon and Donald. In 1970, they welcomed their son-in-law, Donald Johnson to the family.

Carrol worked for the U.S. Postal Service until her retirement. She was a charter member of the Euclid American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. Carrol enjoyed spending time with family, cooking and baking, gardening, and hunting. Her family especially enjoyed her homemade pies.

Carrol is survived by Donald Goergen, Sharon and Donald Johnson, Michael (Tammera and Kaly Eid) Johnson, and Scott (Emily, Jack, and Liv) Johnson.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website

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Born: August 21, 1944
Died: November 07, 2015

John Amundsen, Sr., age 71 of Fosston, Minnesota, and formerly from Mahnomen, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, November 7th at his home in Fosston under the care of hospice. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 13th, at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston with Jeanne Rains officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Mahnomen, Minnesota. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston and messages on condolence may be sent at www.carlinhoialmen.com.

John Melvin Amundsen was born on August 21, 1944 in Reseda, California, to parents Stanley and Mary Jane Mouere Amundsen. He grew up and went to school in California.

He was united in marriage to Donna Donaldson on July 5, 1969 at the Tabernacle in Venice, California. The lived in Simi Valley, California until 1975 when they moved their family to Mahnomen, Minnesota. John and Donna raised their family in Mahnomen and John worked for the Shooting Star Casino for eight years.

After Donna passed away, John moved to Erskine, Minnesota and lived with his son, John, Jr. He moved to Fosston in 2010 after the passing of his son, John, Jr. and resided with his daughter, Rocksann.

John enjoyed watching the Vikings, playing cards, and watching a good western movie. Most of all, he enjoyed the time he spent with his family.

He is survived by his children, Rocksann (Derek) Weiby of Fosston, Alicia Boisse of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, and Jim Boisse of Erskine; grandchildren, Michael Larsen, Anthony Larsen, Stephanie Amundsen-Safar, Christopher, Sarah and Leo Winter, Kimberly Boisse, Joseph Rivera, Julia Urdahl, Sheena Halliwell, and Jamie Tholund; great grandchildren, Jason Habedank Winter, Raylan Amundsen-Safar, Laney Marie Amundsen-Safar, Max Urdahl, Weston Horn, Shantae Horn, Damian Baumann, Genesis and Zoe Halliwell, and Jaylee Lyendecker; daughter-in-law, Linda Amundsen of Thief River Falls, Minnesota; and nephews, Olin Amundsen of Las Vegas, Nevada and Bradley Amundsen of Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his wife; Donna Marie Amundsen; daughter, Mary Ann "Colleen" Horn Amundsen; son, John Amundsen, Jr.; his parents; and his brother, Stan.

Honorary Pallbearers: Paul Kalinoski, Jesse Anderson, Quenten Anderson, Ambrose Anderson, Sonny Sauice, Kenneth Yost & John’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website, 11/9/15

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