July 11, 1936 - April 29, 2016

Biography--

Joan M. Dudgeon, age 79, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family following an 18 year battle with cancer.

Joan Mary Dudgeon was born on July 11, 1936, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of William and Mary (Fennell) Cariveau. Joan grew up in Rural East Grand Forks and attended Central High School. She then attended Sacred Heart School and graduated with the Class of 1954. She worked at Trapanier's Pharmacy in Grand Forks. On April 22, 1955 she was united in marriage to Donald Dudgeon in Fort Smith, Arkansas. In 1967 she began employment with American Crystal Sugar Company in East Grand Forks where she worked during the Campaign Season before retiring in 1996.

Family members who survive Joan include her husband of 61 years, Donald Dudgeon; children, Scott Dudgeon, Bruce (Christie Becker) Dudgeon, Kerry (Jilene) Dudgeon all of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Dan (Carol) Dudgeon of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Jill Dudgeon of Denver, CO; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Parcha of Clawson, MI and Sharryn (Tom) Westgard of Everett, Washington.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and by two brothers, William and Ron Cariveau.

Joan was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother that enjoyed spending time with family, crocheting, camping, and Wintering in Texas.

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In lieu of flowers, memorials can be dedicated to Sacred Heart Catholic School.

Memorial Service: Thursday, May 5, 2016 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Inurnment: Thursday May 5, 2016 at Calvary Cemetery, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Source: Dandahlfuneralhome.com website

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Wilma Florence (Rhode) Nephew

Born: September 23, 1943
Died: April 27, 2016

Wilma Florence Nephew, 72, of Fertile, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at the Fair Meadow Nursing Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

She was born on September 23, 1943, to Wilbur and Florence (Butler) Rhode at Thief Rivers Falls, Minnesota. Wilma attended Erskine Public School, Erskine, Minnesota, graduating in 1961.

On November 10, 1962, Wilma was united in marriage to Lloyd Nephew at Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota. Over the years, Wilma cooked and waitressed in just about every restaurant in town. At one time or another, Wilma has probably served every person in Fertile. She worked at Town n Country Restaurant, the Wagon Wheel Cafe, Ila's Hotel and Restaurant, Mac's Cafe and, most recently, at the Erickson's Smoke House. Wilma thoroughly enjoyed her work and appreciated the opportunity to serve.

In 1988, Wilma graduated from UMC, Crookston, Minnesota, with an accounting degree. Shortly after her graduation, their daughter, Jenny, was diagnosed with cancer and Wilma cared for her until her passing on October 17, 1990. On December 11, 1994, Lloyd passed away at home. Wilma continued to live in Fertile at her home until she became ill and needed care. Wilma was a long time member of Concordia Lutheran Church, where she served with the ladies’ groups.

As a wife, mom and grandmother, Wilma revealed her loving nature. She was patient, understanding and had unconditional loved for her family. She collected elephants, took thousands of pictures of anything that caught her creative eye. Family trips to California were a two way adventure, stopping at all the sights. She enjoyed reading and travel magazines, as well as collecting Disney movies. Crafts were made to display at home and give as gifts to family and friends. Wilma appreciated all kinds of animals and had many pets over the years. Her last dog named King was one of her favorites and had to be given away as her health declined. Wilma will be missed by all who knew her.

Wilma is survived by her children: Diane (Mic) Zarling, Moorhead, Minnesota; Willard (Linda), Crookston, Minnesota; Danny (Diann), San Diego, CA; and Kevin (Jessie), Fertile; grandchildren: Melissa (Jay) Chandler and Derek Zarling, both Moorhead, Bethany, Ariel, and Rossalyn Nephew, Crookston, Tasha, Nakita, Brittany and Cody Nephew, San Diego, CA, and Ivan Nephew, Fertile; 15 great-grandchildren; her mother, Florence Rhode, Modesto, CA; siblings: Donna Whisant, Hemet, CA, Darlene Davis, Modesto, CA, David Rhode and Diane Jones, both of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Steve Rhode, Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, Mary Colbert, Thief River Falls, Minnesota; several cousins, nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her father, Wilbur; husband, Lloyd; daughter, Jenny; grandson, Anthony Zarling; great-granddaughter, Hannah Chandler; and two brothers, Richard Rhode and Leslie Rhode.

Funeral services will be on Thursday, May 5, 2016, at 11 AM in the Concordia Lutheran Church, Fertile, Minnesota.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, from 5-7 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:30 PM in the Erikson-Vik-Ganje Funeral Home, Fertile, Minnesota.

Burial will be in the Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fertile, Minnesota.

Source: Fredrikson Funeral Home website

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March 20, 1924 - April 29, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Wallace (Wally) Ray Martin was born on March 20, 1924 in Hewitt, Minnesota, to Roy Martin Anna Martin.

Wally worked on the railroad at age 15, and bought his first guitar. He joined the Navy on 9/11/1943, and fought in the South Pacific on the Destroyer USS Greiner DE37. He was discharged on 12/21/1945. Wally then started working at Northern Co-op in Wadena, Minnesota, in the warehouse.

He married Joyce Marilyn Noe on June 30, 1946. He then started driving transport for Northern Co-op and was promoted to driver dispatcher in Crookston, Minnesota. They moved to Crookston in 1957, where Wally drove for over 40 years before retiring in 1986. He was awarded after he drove one million miles without an accident. Wally then started his own business which ended up becoming Martin's towing.

Wally always enjoyed playing the guitar. In 2005 he started the M&D Band with his sons, Steve and Jerry; daughter, Barb; and Chuck, Weasel, Morris, and Dione. He also played in a band at several nursing homes with Clem, Dennis K., Dennis T., and Marlo. Wally also enjoyed working on cars, trucks, and tractors. Although he was a truck driver, Wally was an excellent mechanic and carpenter.

Wally is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Annie (Persons) Martin; sisters, Eva, Hazel, and Vera; brothers, Cecil, Edwin (Ted), Clayton, Norman, and Merlin.

He is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law, Steve and Kathy Martin, Mike and Karen Martin, and Jerry Martin, all of Crookston, Minnesota; a daughter and son-in-law, Barb and George Schroeder of Moorhead, Minnesota; grandchildren, Stephanie, Chris, Jonathan, Megan, Matt, Melissa, Breanna, Dustin, Ryan and Melissa; 19 ˝ great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ken and Fonda Noe of Parkers Prairie, Minnesota; a sister-in-law, Darlene of Wadena, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

The funeral service for Wallace Martin will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, 5/4/2016 at the First Church of Christ in Crookston, Minnesota. With Pastor Dave officiating. There will be a visitation prior to the service from 12-2 p.m. Interment will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Crookston, Minnesota. Lunch will be served following the interment.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
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Private First Class Cole Scott Dickman, age 19, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, May 10th, 2016.

Cole was born on October 10, 1996 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Scott and Kim (Teigland) Dickman. Cole grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks and graduated from East Grand Forks Senior High School with the Class of 2015.

Cole joined the United States Marine Corps on February 1, 2016 and graduated from MCRD on April 29, 2016. He was part of the 2nd Battalion, Golf Company, Platoon 2153 in San Diego, CA. He was very proud to have graduated with expert marksmanship. While home on leave he spent time mentoring Marine poolee.

Cole enjoyed playing football, playing video games with his friends, hunting and spending time with his family. Most of all Cole was very proud to be an Uncle and loved spending time with his nephews.

Loving family members of Cole include his parents of East Grand Forks; Sister Samantha (fiance Shaun Bestland) Hurt; Nephews Ryder and Rayce Bestland of Moorhead, Minnesota. Grandmother Irene Teigland of East Grand Forks; Grandparents, Stan "Tanny" and Jeanne Dickman of Grand Forks; great-grandma Ella Flaten of Portland, North Dakota. Cole is also survived by numerous Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, and Friends.

Cole was preceded in death by his grandfather Ronnie Teigland.

Cole will continue to touch many lives through his Organ & Tissue Donation.

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the SemperFi Fund in the honor of Cole.

Memorial Service: 10:30 AM on Monday, May 16, 2016 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 2:00 - 4:00 with a 3:30 PM Prayer Service on Sunday, May 15, 2016 in Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota and also one hour prior Funeral Service on Monday.

Inurnment: Bethany North Cemetery -- East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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Born: August 28, 1951
Died: April 29, 2016

Howard Sandeen, age 64, from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 29th at his residence in Brooklyn Park. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, May 11th at 2:00 p.m. at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, Minnesota, with Rev. Paul Magelssen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the memorial service on Wednesday afternoon. Interment of cremains will be at Asphult Cemetery, rural McIntosh, Minnesota, and the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston is in charge of the arrangements.

Howard Monty Sandeen was born on August 28, 1951 in Crookston, Minnesota, to parents Lowell and Jean (Halvorson) Sandeen. He attended Oakland Country School, graduated from McIntosh High School in 1969, and went on to attend Bemidji State College.

After college, Howard moved to the Twin Cities and worked for many years in the welding industry. For the last several years he was residing in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.

Howard enjoyed motorcycles and motorcycle riding, art work, hockey, golfing, and target shooting.

On Friday, April 29, 2016 Howard passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Brooklyn Park at the age of 64 years.

He is survived by his brother, Harry Sandeen of rural McIntosh, Minnesota; one uncle, Milo Sandeen; two nieces; one nephew; two great-nieces; one great-nephew; two first cousins, Darrell Sandeen and Angie Sandeen; two second cousins, Gunnar Sandeen and Norman Halvorson; and numerous third cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Connie McLinn.

SERVICES:
Family will greet friends
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home
417 6th St. NE
Fosston, Minnesota 56542 

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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August 24, 1928 - May 1, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Kenneth Winger, age 87, passed away peacefully with loving family by his side on May 1, 2016 at the Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, Minnesota. He was born to Adolph and Anna (Berg) Winger on August 24, 1928 in Roome Township, near Eldred, Minnesota. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. Kenneth was united in marriage to Juanita Kinder on September 4, 1953 in Harlan, Kentucky while serving in the US ARMY; eventually making their home in Crookston.

Kenneth worked for the City of Crookston, and Riverview Hospital, retiring in 1992.

No one was a stranger to Kenneth; he loved people, and loved to visit. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He collected HO trains, clocks, watches, calendars, and spent many hours tinkering with things. Kenneth had a very large music collection that was enjoyed by all.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Vernon; and two grandchildren, Christopher and Katelyn Dale.

He is survived by his wife, Juanita; by three sons: Ken Jr. (Debbie) Winger of Crookston, Minnesota, David (JoAnn) Winger, of Cambridge, Minnesota, and Rodney Winger of Crookston, Minnesota; and by two daughters, Anna (Brad) Stokkeland of Portland, Oregon, and Brenda (Dave) Dale of Fargo, North Dakota.

Twelve Grandchildren, Mike (Adrianne) Winger, Kari Winger, Corey (Tenniel) Winger, Amber (Dan) Dickinson, Samantha Winger, Andrew (Sarah) Dale, Brian Dale, Krystle (Brice) Wieg, Kylie Dale, Kelsey (Dennis) Freborg, and Matthewscott Dale.

Eleven Great Grandchildren, Lucas, Gavin, and Brooke Winger, Aiden Campbell, Gaby and Hunter Dickinson, Celia Winger, Emma Buchner, Keira, Devin, and Tobias Dale.

There will be a memorial service in the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 5, 2016.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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March 2, 1947 - May 4, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Ronald Wayne DeLage, age 69, of Crookston passed away at Altru Hospital surrounded by family May 4th, 2016 after a long battle with small cell lung cancer.

Ronnie Wayne Joseph DeLage was born March 2nd 1947 to Laura (Page) and Louis DeLage at St. Francis Hospital in Crookston, Minnesota. As a young child, the family moved to Pierre, SD and at the age of 13, his father was killed in a construction accident. His mother moved them back to Crookston, Minnesota, where Ronnie would spend many hours with his favorite uncle, Tony DeLage.

Ronnie enlisted in the Navy in 1964 where he formally changed his name to Ronald Wayne DeLage in order to shorten his official Navy signature. Ronnie served in Vietnam on the USS Cogswell as a machinist and was honorably discharged in January of 1968. He then returned to Crookston where via a blind date he met the love of his life Pam (Pamela) Wermager. The two were married August 16, 1969 in Crookston. They had four children, 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The couple raised their family on a farm east of Crookston where he also served as Gentilly Township supervisor since 2001. He loved and was very proud of his kids and grandkids and looked forward to their annual camping trips.

Ronnie was a jack of all trades and loved all animals, especially dogs and horses, and in recent years he restored several antique horse buggies. He worked for his brother, Francis at the Phillips 66 station in Crookston and also had a 10-year career in carpentry before sharing his talent the next 38 years, he working for H&L Farms (Harold and Robert Ross).

Ronnie had a passion for his local VFW (Post 1902) where he was a lifetime member and has served as the Post Commander since 2014.

Ronnie is survived by his wife and best friend, Pam of Crookston, Minnesota; his children: Rhonda (Phillip) Cyre of Watertown, South Dakota, Richelle "Shelly" (Brian) Rust of Fertile, Minnesota, Bret (Laura) DeLage of Climax, Minnesota, and Brandan (Laura) DeLage of Crookston; grandchildren: Ashley, Dylan, Zachery, Beau, Rylee, Brian, Kaitlyn, Aiden, Justin, Maliyah, Cameron, Makenah, Evan and Reese; great-grandchildren: Morgan, Tristan and Alyssa; brothers, Francis (Bev) DeLage and Darrel(Kathy) DeLage; his sister, Shereen (Mike) Lanctot; an adopted brother, Dave (Rosie) Armstrong; mother in law, Neva Wermager; sister in law, Loretta (Bob) Ross; a brother-in-law, Wayne(Jeanette) Wermager; and by several nieces and nephews.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Laura and Louis, brother in law, Jerry Wermager and Nephew Joshua Lanctot.

Visitation and memory sharing will be Sunday May 8, 2016, 3pm to 5pm at Stenshol-Houske Funeral Home, Crookston, Minnesota. A celebration of life and military honors provided by the Crookston Veterans' Council and the National Guard all to held Monday, May 9, 2016 10 a.m. in St. Peters Catholic Church, Gentilly, Minnesota.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
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September 20, 1963 - May 8, 2016

Bruce Allen Dubuque, age 52, of Fargo, North Dakota, and formerly of Lowell, Mass., passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at Essentia Health in Fargo, North Dakota.

Bruce was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on September 20, 1963, to Roy and Lily (Paradis) Dubuque. He was raised in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and graduated from East Grand Forks Senior High School in 1982. He then attended AVTI. Afterwards, he moved to Massachusetts and worked for Rocky's Ace Hardware as a store manager. He moved back to Fargo in 2015.

He is survived by his mother, Lily Dubuque of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; brother, Jerry (Robin) Dubuque of Grand Forks, North Dakota; sisters, Julie Dubuque of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; Rose (Joe) Travis of Grand Forks, North Dakota; and Christine (Tony) Coronato of Fargo, North Dakota; and many nieces, nephews, friends, and Fred, the dog. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Dubuque.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity.

Funeral Service: 11:00 am -- Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: One Hour Before Service.

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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December 27, 1926 - May 9, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary--

Lorraine Monadell Stainbrook, age 89 of Crookston, Minnesota, went to her heavenly home on May 9, 2016 at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home, Crookston, Minnesota. A celebration of her life and funeral mass will be at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday, May 14, 2016.

Lorraine was born December 27, 1926 to parents Arthur & Ovidia (Brandwick) Roy in Crookson, Minnesota. Lorraine grew up in Crookston and was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Lorraine graduated from St. Joseph's Academy in Crookston in 1944.

She then went on to Nursing School in Mpls, graduating May 11, 1947, with a RN degree. Throughout her career in nursing she worked at the local hospitals in Crookston. Lorraine married the love of her life James Oliver Stainbrook on June 26, 1949 in Crookston.

Lorraine loved to knit and crochet, making many gifts for family and friends. She also enjoyed spending her time at the cottage on Maple Lake, with Jim, family and friends.

Special thanks goes to Mary Tuseth and Virginia Stainbrook, for all their care and love shown Lorraine over these past several years. Thank you to all the staff and caregivers at the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home for providing great care and kindness to Lorraine.

Lorraine is survived by three children, David (Yvonne) Stainbrook, Greensboro, NC, Mary Kay (Greg) Dufault, Howard, SD, and Rick (Deb) Stainbrook, Park Falls, WI; grandchildren, Kristin, Karen, Misty, Sean, Adam, Matthew and Jessica; great-grandchildren, Reagen , Easton, Violet, Vince, Theo, Orla and Ruby Marie. Lorraine is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband James in 2013, a great grandson Gabriel Lucas in September 2015, and her sister Donna in October 2015,

Memorials and Condolences may be sent to the family at this address Mary Kay Dufault, 610 North Section Line St, Howard, SD 57349.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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December 11, 1922 - May 7, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

NOTE: That's all there was... on May 11th ... and on May 16th.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
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January 20, 1954 - May 9, 2016

Donald J. Coulter, age 62, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Donald J. Coulter was born on January 20, 1954 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Richard and Katherine (Kuntz) Coulter. Donald grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks and graduated from East Grand Forks Central High School. He worked at several grain elevators including managing the elevator in Calloway, Minnesota, and Hamilton, North Dakota. He then began employment for Strata and worked there for 18 years before retiring in 2014 due to illness.

On April 11, 2014 he was united in marriage to Michelle Nordine in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Donald enjoyed woodworking, spending time at the lake and helping others with projects, four wheeling and fishing.

Donald is survived by his wife Michelle of Grand Forks; children, Jackie Coulter, of Chanhassen, Minnesota, Amanda (Bryant) Barstad of Grovetown, GA and Shelby Klemmer of Grand Forks, North Dakota, along with two grandchildren; siblings, Judi (Robert) Schmidt of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Rick (Cathy) Coulter of Grand Forks, North Dakota, Marge (James) Erickson of Moorhead, Minnesota, and Mary (Ron) Dinga of Plymouth, Minnesota.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Memorial Service: 11:30 AM on Friday, May 13, 2016 at Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: One Hour prior to Funeral Service on Friday at Dahl Funeral Home.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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Eldon William Zeller, 82, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, died Friday, May 13, 2016 (Feast of Our Lady of Fatima), at Villa St. Vincent, Crookston, Minnesota.

Eldon was born September 22, 1933, in Paxico, Kansas, the son of William and Collette (Muckenthaler) Zeller. He grew up in Kansas and attended Kansas State University in Manhattan where he received a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. He earned a MS degree in Civil Engineering from Missouri University.

He married Cleo Leinen on September 15, 1956 (Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows), in Kansas City, KS. He served his country from 1956–1978 in the US Air Force. From 1978 - 1997, he was the administrator of the physical plant for United Hospital, Grand Forks.

Eldon is survived by his wife Cleo of Crookston, Minnesota; children: Therese (Joseph) Warmus of Sherack, Minnesota, Mary Grace (Gordy) Wurtz of Thompson, ND, Jolene (Brian) Dodson of Sycamore, IL, Bill (Kirsten) Zeller of Grand Forks, Ernie Zeller of Snohomish, WA; 16 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Connie Zeller of Blaine, Minnesota; and sister-in-law Barbara Zeller of Prairie Village, KS; siblings, Judy Campbell of Omaha, NE, Myron (Priscilla) Zeller of Goddard, KS, Jane Churchman of Mission, KS, Darrell (Mary Fran) Zeller of Overland Park, KS, and June (Stanley) Thibault of St. George, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Omer, and brothers-in-law James Churchman and Bernard Campbell.

VISITATION: 5-7 p.m. with a 6:30 prayer service, Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 19, 2016, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 200 3rd St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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April 16, 1919 - May 13, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Death Notice--

Sister Edith Bedard, age 97, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away Friday, May 13, 2016 at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston.

A funeral mass will be said at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Mount St. Benedict in Crookston. Receiving of her remains will be at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoon at Mount St. Benedict with visitation through 7 p.m. when a prayer service begins. Visitation will continue one hour prior to mass on Wednesday.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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Sister Edith Bedard, 97, died at Villa Saint Vincent on May 13, 2016.

Sister Edith Bedard's journey of ninety-seven years, including seventy-five of them as a Benedictine sister, began on April 16, 1919, in Charlesbourg, Quebec, Canada. She was one of 22 children born to Alma and Barthelemy Bedard. Sister Edith recalls her mother relating that she was born in the early morning on a stormy April day in Holy Week. Despite the weather, that same afternoon she was taken to the parish church and baptized Anna Marie Pauline Bedard.

At age thirteen, Pauline expressed her desire to enter the convent, but her mother said she was too young. She encouraged her to pray to know God's will. Pauline continued to dream of serving God as a sister.

When Pauline was 19, her cousin, Sister Cecilia Beaudry and her mother were visiting. Pauline made up her mind to go to the US with her cousin and become a Benedictine sister like her. She obtained her parents' consent, and when Sister Cecilia left to return to Crookston, Pauline went with her accompanied by her aunt and mother.

On August 27, 1938, Pauline was to enter the monastic community, but she could not speak English, so Sister Cecilia and Sister Cuthbert LaCoursiere were commissioned to teach her the formula of entrance. Sister Edith wrote later that her pronunciation and French accent must have sounded unfamiliar to the sisters but she was admitted just the same. A week later her father came to accompany his wife back to Canada. In July 1939, Pauline received the habit and her name as a sister, Sister Edith. She wrote, "My mother and brother came for the celebration. What a happy day! I really was a sister now giving myself to God." Four years later at her final profession her mother and aunt were present again. Sister Edith wrote: "Now it is for life!"

Sister Edith related that the days were sometimes very lonely, especially on holidays. Every New Year's Day, in French-Canadian culture, it was customary to kneel and receive the father's blessing, so she would write for his blessing. When the letter came she would kneel down and make the sign of the cross. Later, she received permission to call them on New Year's Day. The first time she called, she and her parents were overcome with tears as she knelt by the phone to receive the blessing. From that time on it became a yearly event.

She had many talents culinary, sewing and efficient competent execution of her assignments. Many sisters on mission welcomed her ministry and prayerful, joyful presence. Her competence led her to appointments as dietary supervisor in hospitals in Red Lake Falls, Crookston and Mahnomen. In Red Lake Falls, she was often seen pulling a little red wagon filled with fresh, homemade bread which she distributed to many elderly and people in need. One of her last assignments was to the chancery where she and Sister Cuthbert were an unbeatable team. They were appreciated by the bishops who had busy lives and schedules. The sisters tried to make life pleasant for them.

Sister Edith also had hobbies. One involved dressing dolls in the Benedictine habit that were so life-like one would expect them to talk! Sister also won many prizes at county fairs for her culinary and baking skill. When Sister Edith finally came to the Mount due to health problems she never used the word "retire." Sister's health problems involved a time of convalescence at Villa Saint Vincent. When she was able to return to the Mount, she exclaimed that it was a good experience for her to see what those old people have to go through. She was only 90 years young.

And so the journey that began in Charlesbourg, Quebec continued, prayerfully, somewhat slower but she was always present in chapel for morning, noon and evening prayer and for Eucharist. Until she entered Villa Saint Vincent, she wore her Benedictine habit, white during weekdays and black on Sundays and feasts. One still could count on a bright smile and time to converse. To her death she spoke with a distinct delightful French accent.

Now she can say with God, "Ce n´est pas seulement pour la vie; c´est pour l'éternité (Not only is it for life, it is for eternity)!"

Reception of the body of Sister Edith will be on Tuesday, May 17 at 4:30, p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 18. All services will be at Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, 620 Summit Ave., Crookston, MN, phone 218-281-3441.

Gifts in memory of Sister Edith may be given to Mount Saint Benedict Foundation.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
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Obituary:

Peter Williams, 87, a longtime resident of the Fisher area died Thursday in a Crookston hospital where he had been a patient for several weeks. Mr Williams was born September 13, 1874, near Osage, Iowa. He had resided in the Fisher, Minnesota, area for over 50 years and had been engaged in farming in Fisher township.

He was married to Sella Dahl on August 25, 1918 in Crookston, Minnesota. She died in 1942 and a son, Palmer, in 1950. Mr. Williams was the last member of his childhood family.

Survivors include three daughters: Mrs. John (Inez) Huber of Fisher; Mrs. Vernon (Hilda) Sandstrom of Fargo, North Dakota; and Mrs. Donald (Clarice) Jones of Minneapolis; two sons, Selmer of East Grand Forks and Milton of Fisher and 11 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Monday at 2 P.M. from The Fisher Lutheran Church, where he was a member. The Rev. Clayton C. Engan will officiate. Burial will be in the Fisher Cemetery in the spring.

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NOTES:

Peter (Peder) Reisaetter Olesen Williams was born September 13, 1874, at Cedar, Mitchell, Iowa to Vigliek (William) Reisaeter Olesen and Sigri Gundersdatter, the fourth of their five children.

He was baptized on November 29, 1874, at Rock Creek Lutheran, Meroa, Cedar, Mitchell, Iowa. His baptismal sponsors were: Knud Olsen; Peder Maakestad; Catherine Halvorsdatter and Helga Bartraudsdatter. He was confirmed at RCLC on June 8, 1890 and attended rural school in the Meroa area.

His father is found using both Reisaetter and Olesen as his surname. William's children used the surname Reisaetter or Olesen as children but changed to Williams when adults.

Found in the 1880 - 1905 censuses living at Cedar, Mitchell, Iowa: 1880: William Olieson 63, Sarah Olieson 41, George 11, Millard 8, Laura 13, Peter 5, Carl 2, Halleck Peterson Benson 19.

1885: William Olson 60, Sarah Olson 47, Laura 18, George 15, Gust 13, Peter 10, Carl 6.

1900: Peter Williams 25, Sarah Williams 62, Laura G 33, Carl 22.

1905: Sarah Olson, Peter Williams.

After his father's death, Peter and family helped their mother with farming until they decided to sell their shares of the farm to their brother, Gustav M Williams. Sigri (Peter's mother), Peter, Laura and Carl then moved to Polk County, Minnesota to homestead land.

Found in the 1910 census at Roome, Polk, Minnesota: Peter Williams 35, Carl Williams 32, Laura G Williams 42, Sigrid Williams 72.

Peter married Sella Dahl on August 25, 1918 at Crookston, Polk, Minnesota. The couple had 7 children: Selmer L, Inez Lorraine, Palmer E, Hilda Geneva, Clarisse Marion, Milton Erwin and Mary Laura.

Found in the 1920, 1930 censuses living on a farm at Roome, Polk, Minnesota: 1920: Peter Williams 45, Sella G A Williams 23, Selmer L 2 yrs 9 mos, Inez L 1 yr 3 mos, Palmer E 2 mos.

1930: Peter Williams 54, Lalla Williams 32, Selmar L 13, Inez L 11, Palmer W 10, Hilda J 8, Clarice M 7, Milton E 5.

Found in the 1940 census at Fisher, Polk, Minnesota: Peter Williams 64, Sella G Williams 43, Selmer L 23, Inez L 21, Palmer E 20, Hilda G 18, Clarice M 17, Milton E 15, Lora J 73, Gilbert A Dahl 33.

Peter Williams died January 4, 1962 at Crookston, Polk, Minnesota.

There is a memorial for him at Find a Grave #58514845 with photos.

Research Credit: Deidre Badker

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#1:

Born: April 06, 1936
Died: May 18, 2016

Shirley Schultz, age 80, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, May 18th, at Essentia Health First Care Living Center in Fosston.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 23rd at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lengby, Minnesota, with Rev. Gene Lilienthal officiating.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday, May 22nd at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, and there will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the funeral at the church on Monday afternoon. Interment will be at Rosehill Cemetery in Fosston.

Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Shirley Schultz

Born: April 06, 1936
Died: May 18, 2016

Shirley Schultz, age 80, of Fosston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, May 18th, at Essentia Health First Care Living Center in Fosston. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 23rd at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lengby, Minnesota, with Rev. Gene Lilienthal officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service on Sunday, May 22nd at the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home in Fosston, and there will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the funeral at the church on Monday afternoon. Interment will be at Rosehill Cemetery in Fosston. Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Shirley Jean Schultz was born on April 6, 1936, in Pine Lake Township, rural Gonvick, Minnesota, to parents Edgar and Amanda (Nordeng) Hinden. She was baptized and confirmed in her faith at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. In 1954, she graduated as valedictorian from Gonvick High School. She then attended Mayville State College, graduating in 1957 with a teaching diploma.

On October 12, 1957, she was united in marriage to Bernard Schultz in Fosston, Minnesota. Shirley began her teaching career in Eveleth, Minnesota. A year later, they moved to the Halstad area where Shirley taught for a year at a country school near Caledonia, North Dakota, and then for a year in Halstad.

In 1960, they moved to Fosston and began building their home. Shirley taught for a year at Ebro corner country school, followed by several years in Winger as principal and as a 7th-8th grade teacher. In 1968, she began teaching sixth grade at Magelssen Elementary School in Fosston where she was honored as Fosston’s School District Teacher of the Year for 1989-90. She retired in 1994.

Shirley and Bernie spent many hours together building a log home on their hobby farm near Lengby where they also raised horses. Shirley enjoyed reading, flowers, playing cards with family, and spending time with her grandsons. She was a long time member of First English Lutheran Church in Fosston and then a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lengby.

On Wednesday, May 18, 2016, Shirley Schultz passed away at First Care Living Center in Fosston at the age of 80 years.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Bernie of Fosston; daughter Barb Wandschneider and her husband David of Fosston; grandsons Jeff and Cole Wandschneider; brother Larry (Donna) Hinden of St. Peter, Minnesota; sister Carole (Ray) Tharaldson of Gully, Minnesota; sisters-in-law Brenda Hinden Shreiner of Ephrata, Penna., and Norma Schultz of Richey, Montana; several nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her son Bill, her parents, and her brother Leslie Hinden.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home

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Born: August 19, 1928
Died: May 18, 2016

U.S. Veteran

Lester Olson, age 87, of McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, May 18th, at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24th, at Gosen Lutheran Church, rural Erskine, Minnesota, with Pastor Gary Johnson officiating. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church.

Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home, serving McIntosh. Memorials can be directed to the Gideons.

Lester was born on August 19, 1928 in Gonvick, Minnesota to parents Louis and Selma (Simonson) Olson. He graduated from Gonvick High School in 1946 and then enlisted in the United States Navy and served until 1948. He attended the Wahpeton State School of Science for two years, taking printing and newspaper work. He was later employed by newspapers in Battle Lake, Barnesville, Bagley and Fosston, Minnesota.

Lester was married to Gladys Ostenaa on October 25, 1997 at Mount Carmel Lutheran Church in McIntosh, Minnesota.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing, photography and working with the computer. His main love, however, after accepting Jesus, was attending church and Bible study.

Lester's testimony: "I was ‘born again’ March 18, 1967 and enjoyed my new life in Jesus and witnessed to those who were interested and some who were not. My love for Jesus increased over the years and I loved to fellowship with other brothers and sisters in the Lord. I had many who helped me in my walk with Jesus. My life was never the same after accepting Jesus into my life."

Lester went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh at the age of 87 years.

He is survived by his brother, Floyd and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gladys; his parents, Louis and Selma; brother, Lyman; sister-in-law, Martha; sister-in-law, Geraldine; and nephew, Michael.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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Born: September 15, 1956
Died: May 19, 2016

U.S. Veteran

Randy Larson, age 59, from Fosston, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 19th at his residence in Fosston.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 27th at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lengby, Minnesota, with Rev. Gene Lilienthal officiating. Interment of cremains will be in Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis at a later date. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church.

Arrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home of Fosston. Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Randall Mark Larson was born to Rudolph "Rudy" and Alice Yvonne (Hagen) Larson on September 15, 1956 in Fosston, Minnesota, where he grew up. In 1974, he graduated from Fosston High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served four years.

He married Sandra Anderson and to them two children were born, Jeremy and Amanda. They resided in Fosston. While living in Fosston, Randy and his good friend, Jim Offerdahl, were business partners for several years. Later in life, Randy and his brother, Mike, owned Suburban Contracting Services in Prior Lake, Minnesota. While living in Farmington, he was a caregiver for several individuals that were in need of medical and emotional support. Randy moved back to Fosston several years ago and has been a caregiver and companion for his parents and his Auntie Helen.

Randy was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He loved people, had a huge heart, was always willing to help others and had many friends throughout the years. We will always remember Randy for all of his witty sayings, "If you can't be good, don't get caught."

On Thursday, May 19, 2016 Randy passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Fosston at the age of 59 years.

He is survived by his father, Rudy Larson of Fosston; his children, Jeremy (Jennifer) of Colorado, Amanda (Everett) of Georgia, Chad Brekke (Autumn) of Lonsdale, and Joshua Brekke (Dawn) of Farmington; brother, Mike (Jeannie) of Elko, sister, Lorri Ann (Dean) Hartel of Red Lake Falls, and brother, Scott (Patty) of Lakeville; grandchildren, Krissy, Bjorn, Zoey, Nicholas, Zelon, Chandler, Braylan, Xander, Lake, Matt, Dannie, Chris, and Allen; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his soul mate, Cheryl Brekke; his mother, Yvonne Larson; and his grandparents.

Randy will be deeply missed, but never forgotten, by all those who were fortunate enough to cross paths with him throughout the walk of life.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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January 8, 1921 - May 18, 2016

Mildred "Millie" Knutson, age 95, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, May 18th, 2016, at Parkview Health Center in Aneta, North Dakota.

Mildred May Knutson was born on January 8, 1921 in Holdingford, Minnesota the daughter of Andrew and Anna (Voronyak) Kmecik of Tabor, Minnesota. She was baptized and confirmed at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Tabor, Minnesota. She attended school in the Tabor District in Polk County, Minnesota. Millie married Howard Knutson in East Grand Forks on April 12, 1944. They lived on a farm in Huntsville Township in East Grand Forks. They moved to East Grand Forks on Greenwood Drive in 1958. They moved to Heritage Good Samaritan Apartments in East Grand Forks on October 1, 2003.

Millie worked as a waitress at Frank's Cafe part time for 6 years and at the Westward Ho (Chuck House) for 14 years and also doing banquets. She loved her job. She was a member of Bygland Lutheran Church and Women's organizations. Also a Charter Member of the East Grand Forks Blue Line Club. She loved attending their sons' hockey games and later the Grandson's games and Granddaughters Figure Skating and Soccer games in Moorhead. Howard passed away on July 5, 2004. In September of 2004 she moved to Tufte Manor and in August of 2005 she moved to Parkview Health Center in Aneta, North Dakota.

Family members who survive Millie include her two sons, Dennis (Patsy) Knutson of Park Rapids, Minnesota and Curtis (Denise) Knutson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Howard Knutson; brother, Elmer Kmecik; sister, Elsie Anderson and son, Kenneth Knutson

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 in Bygland Lutheran Church, rural East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: One Hour Prior Funeral Service on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 in Bygland Lutheran Church.

Interment: Bygland Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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March 28, 2016 - May 17, 2016

Levi Michael Moen, infant son of Theresa and Curtis Moen Jr. of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, May 17th, 2016

Levi was born on Monday, March 28th, 2016. He was a twin to his brother Logan. Even though Levi was only with us for a short period of time, we are grateful that God gave us that time to spend with him. He was such an inspiration to us all. Such a good baby, so content and very alert

Loving family members of Levi include his parents Curtis and Theresa Moen of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; brothers, Curtis Moen III, Riley Moen, Lucas Moen and Logan Moen; sister, Emily Moen all of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; grandparents, James Yahnke of Halstad, Minnesota, Lori and Mike Hobus of Manvel, North Dakota, and Laurie and Curt Moen of East Grand Forks, Minnesota along with great-grandfather, Raymond Dohman of Climax, Minnesota, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

"Fly high Our Little Angel"

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Monday, May 23, 2016 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

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

Interment: Resurrection Cemetery, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

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Born: March 28, 2016
    Place of Birth: Grand Forks, ND

Death: May 17, 2016
    Place of Death: East Grand Forks, MN

Survivors:
    Curtis Moen, Father
    Theresa Moen, Mother
    Curtis Moen III, Brother
    Riley Moen, Brother
    Lucas Moen, Brother
    Logan Moen, Brother
    Emily Moen, Sister Funeral Service:
    Monday May 23, 2016, 11:00 AM at Dahl Funeral Home

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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June 10, 1933 - May 19, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

LouEllen Randall, age 82, of Crookston, Minnesota, and Rural McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on May 19, 2016. A funeral service will be held at the Villa St. Vincent chapel on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 10am.

Stenshoel-Houske Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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Lou Ellen Randall

June 10, 1933 - May 19, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Lou Ellen Randall, age 82, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away on May 19, 2016. A memorial service will be held at Villa St. Vincent Chapel in Crookston, Minnesota, on Friday, May 27th at 10:00 a.m. with visitation at 9:00 am.

Patricia Lou Ellen Virginia Randall was born to Clarence and Ellen (Zakrison) Voxland of McIntosh, Minnesota, on June 10, 1933. Lou Ellen graduated high school from the Crookston A.C., worked at the Sunset Nursing Home in McIntosh, and received her teaching certificate from Mayville State Teachers' College. Lou Ellen worked as a school teacher in the Dakotas when one-room schools were the classrooms of the day. Lou Ellen married Charley Randall of Duluth, Minnesota. To their union was born one son, Jack Charles Randall.

In her later years, Lou Ellen enjoyed playing bingo and visiting with the residents and staff at Villa St. Vincent nursing home.

Lou Ellen Randall is survived by her sister, Carole (Voxland) Charest of Battle Lake, Minnesota; one son, Jack (Kathleen) Randall of Cameron, Missouri; one grandson, Jonathan (Britt Ingunn) Randall of Bergen, Norway; one granddaughter, Jennifer (Chris) Kern of Beverly, Mass.; five great-grandchildren, Natalie, Lisa, and Mia Randall and Jarvis and Annika Kern; two nephews, Mike (Lori) Charest of Amor, Minnesota; and Larry (Kim) Charest of Battle Lake, Minnesota; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and numerous cousins.

Special thanks goes to Karen Donarski, Brad Giddings, and Kenneth and Harriet Rolf for all their care and love shown to Lou Ellen over the past years. Thank you to Pastor Bill Humiston and Pastor Bill Reck for encouraging and faithfully presenting the Gospel in their conversations with Lou Ellen. Thank you to the numerous residents and caregivers of Villa St. Vincent and Hospice of the Red River Valley for providing great care and kindness to Lou Ellen.

Lou Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, Ellen and Clarence Voxland.

Services are being held at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, Minnesota, on Friday, May 27th at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m.

Funeral arrangements are being made by Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home of Crookston, Minnesota.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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March 15, 1925 - May 18, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

Beatrice Smith, age 91, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Crookston. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral and Cremation Service in Crookston Friday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 7 p.m.

A complete obituary will follow.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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Born: July 27, 1925
Place of Birth: Sioux City, Iowa

Death: May 19, 2016
Place of Death: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Harvey Wayne Tripp, age 90, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2016, at Altru Hospital with his family by his side.

Harvey was born on July 27, 1925, in Sioux City, Iowa, the son of William and Frances (Meyer) Tripp. After leaving home at the age of 16, he worked at area farms and other odd jobs. Harvey met the love of his life, Angeline Kucera, while they both worked at True Foods. They were united in marriage on June 30, 1946, in Augustana Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, and the family made their home in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. After he finished summer work doing repairs at Crystal Sugar, he stopped by the Post Office in East Grand Forks where they told him they needed someone for 90 days. He began his employment there on November 1, 1949, and worked there for almost 40 years in every position, including 17 years as Post Master, until his retirement on June 30, 1989.

He was a very active member of First Lutheran Church for over 60 years, served on the East Grand Forks School Board for 21 years, and was nominated to the Minnesota State School Board. Harvey was also a board member of the Chamber of Commerce, served on Altru's board, and held several positions on the Park South Condominium Association Board. He was a strong advocate for education, also volunteering to teach Junior Achievement in the Grand Forks Public Schools.

Harvey and Angie enjoyed their retirement, always keeping busy with family until her passing on November 23, 2006. He especially looked forward to their family gatherings at Cotton Lake every Fourth of July, and took special delight in his grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He treasured his relationships with his extended family, and those he lived and worked with closely became part of his family as well. It was his nature to take on the role of father/grandfather figure and caring mentor to many.

Loving family members of Harvey include his two daughters, Janis (Richard) Osborne of Carmel, Indiana, and Joyce (Brian) Larson of Grand Forks, North Dakota; six grandchildren, Marcie (Michael) Carter of Indianapolis, Indiana; Paul Brown of Carmel, Indiana; Christopher Osborne of Alexandria, Indiana; Carrie Merritt of Indianapolis, Indiana; Brett (Amanda) Larson of Plymouth, Minnesota; and Todd (Samantha) Larson of Grand Forks, North Dakota; five great-grandchildren: Sydney, Olivia, Michael, Maximus, and Isla; brother, John Henry Rex of Miles City, Missouri; sister, Katherine Willey of Worthington, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Tripp and Frances Rex; wife, Angeline Tripp; brothers, Herman and Franklin Rex; as well as two brothers who died as infants.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to First Lutheran Church.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, First Lutheran Church, 203 5th St. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service on Monday May 23, 2016 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and also one hour prior to Funeral Service, 10:00 AM -- 11:00 AM on Monday in First Lutheran Church

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

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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Marion Carlson

Born: March 16, 1921
Died: May 21, 2016

Marion Carlson, age 95, from McIntosh, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, May 21st at her home at Poplar Meadows Senior Living in McIntosh. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 26th at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in McIntosh with Rev. Gordon Syverson officiating. Interment will be in Our Saviors Lutheran Cemetery, McIntosh. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a 7:00 PM prayer service on Wednesday, May 25th at Our Saviors Lutheran Church. There will also be reviewal for one hour prior to the funeral at the church on Thursday morningArrangements are with the Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home serving McIntosh. Messages of condolence may be sent to carlinhoialmen.com.

Marion Bernice Ous was born March 16, 1921, to George and Villa (Nape) Ous, in McIntosh, Minnesota, graduating from McIntosh High School in 1938.

On October 25, 1941, she married Clarence Carlson after a chance meeting at a church picnic social, and together they raised their eight children near McIntosh, building a successful farm that seven decades later remains in the family today.

Clarence and Marion traveled the world, taking bus tours, cruises and trips overseas, while also enjoying their retirement years together on their farm until Clarence died in 1999.

Marion was a lifelong member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, and was active in the community through Meals on Wheels, Garden Club, church circle/ladies aid, volunteering for 4-H and teaching release time.

She was also a gifted cook who spent hours reading recipes and who, at age 84, authored her own cookbook. She delighted in nurturing others through food, especially hosting holidays and parties when she could feed large groups from behind the countertop of her farmhouse kitchen.

But she loved nothing more than her family, and she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister who was never without stacks of family photos near her favorite chair, often looking through them many times a day.

Marion was always known for her warmth, kindness and world class hugs, and her unfailing sense of humor and zest for life were truly one of a kind. Nobody had a laugh like Marion.

On Saturday, May 21, 2016 Marion passed away at her home at Poplar Meadows Senior Living in McIntosh at the age of 95 years.

She is survived by her children Sandra (David) Molstre of Temecula, California, Bonnie (Jim) Klein of Erskine, Minnesota, Bruce (Charlotte) Carlson of Lubbock, Texas, Sharon (Rick) Carlson of Plymouth, Minnesota, Steve (Devra) Carlson of McIntosh, Minnesota, Rick (Cathy) Carlson of Milford, Ohio, Rachel (Rick Grove) Carlson of McIntosh, Minnesota, Rebecca (Gary) Schommer of McIntosh, Minnesota; brother Arvid (Sherry) Ous, of Gilford, Montana, sister Carolyn Brodigan of Red Wing, Minnesota, sister-in-law Lois Ous of Crookston, Minnesota; 23 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Villa, her brothers, Gerald and Vernon, and her husband, Clarence.

Source: Carlin-Hoialmen Funeral Home website

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June 19, 1926 - May 23, 2016

Rhea C. Larson, age 89 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2016 at her home with her loving husband of 65 years by her side.

Rhea Catherine Larson was born on June 19, 1926 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Bernard and Hazel Ray. Rhea grew up in Thompson, North Dakota, where she graduated from high school with the Class of 1944. She then studied at Aakers Business College in Grand Forks, after which, along with her sister Dorothy, as Ralph might say, she went to work for J. Edgar Hoover (The FBI) in Washington DC. But she missed home, and after a year moved back to Thompson. She then went to work at a bank in Grand Forks, which was where she met Ralph. After she met him again at the States Ballroom, as Ralph might say, "The Rest is History."

Ralph and Rhea farmed north of East Grand Forks, and lived on the farm until 2012, when they moved into the Good Samaritan Village in East Grand Forks.

Loving family members of Rhea include her husband Ralph of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; children, Dean Larson, Dan Larson and Rhonda Larson all of East Grand Forks, Minnesota; grandchildren, Callie Larson, Bryce Larson of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Tiffany Larson of New Mexico, and Blake Larson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, along with one great-grandchild, Kenley Larson; brothers, Darrell Ray of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kenny Ray of California, sisters, Dorothy Fields of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Betty Useldinger of East Grand Forks, Minnesota and Darlene Mykelby of Indiana along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Rhea is preceded in death by her parents; brother Roy James who died in childhood and brother Ron Ray.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Funeral Service: 11:00 AM on Friday, May 27, 2016 in Bethany Lutheran Church, East Grand Forks, Minnesota.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 with a 6:30 PM Prayer Service on Thursday, May 26, 2016 in Dahl Funeral Home, 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, and also one hour prior Memorial Service on Friday in Bethany Lutheran Church.

Source: Dahl Funeral Home website

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August 6, 1935 - May 22, 2016

Resided in Crookston, Minnesota

Obituary

LeVonne Grove, 80, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2016 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

LeVonne was born on August 6, 1935, in Crookston, Minnesota, to Nordean and Alice. He enjoyed biking, ice fishing at Lake of the Woods, and fishing in the summer time off of a pontoon. He will be missed at Oak Courts by all of his friends, who he associated with and picked on.

LeVonne is preceded in death by his parents, Alice and Nordean, and a sister, Jeanie.

He is survived by siblings Gary (Mavis), Sherlon, Darrell, Don (Cheryl), Cheryl (Russell) Hince, Rodney (Diane), and many other relatives and friends.

Source: Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home website
http://www.stenshoelhouske.com

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