Remembering Loved Ones
William Robert Kruft
Nov 9, 2026
In loving memory of William "Bob" Kruft, who peacefully departed this world on November 9, 2026, in Lakota, ND. Born on March 23, 1953, in Hubbard County, MN, Bob's life was a remarkable journey filled with love, laughter, and countless adventures across the vast expanse of the United States and Canada.
Bob was the cherished son of Lyona and Herbert Kruft,...
Cornell Joseph Donohue
Oct 31, 2026
Cornell Joseph Donohue passed away on October 31, 2026, due to injuries sustained in an ATV accident.
Cornell was born April 28, 1947, in McVille, ND to Walter and Lydia (Liska) Donohue. The third youngest of 11 children, Cornell grew up on the family farm south of Tolna where he learned the love of the land and developed his strong work...
Edward Joseph Sadowsky
Oct 26, 2026
Edward Joseph Sadowsky, age 75, of McVille, ND passed away in a Devils Lake, ND, hospital on Monday, October 26, 2026.
Services will be held at a later date.
Norma Virginia Severinson
Oct 19, 2026
Norma Virginia Jessen Severinson, our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, age 100 died at NDHC, Northwood, ND on October 19, 2026.
Norma was born April 1, 1926 to Elmer H. Jessen and Alice Drengson Jessen in Fargo, ND. She lived in Kloten, ND and attended school until fifth grade when she moved to Aneta, ND where she graduated in1944. During her...
Elizabeth Ann Boostrom
Oct 18, 2026
Elizabeth (Lippert) Boostrom, 94, passed away on October 18, 2026 at St. Catherine South, Fargo, ND.
Elizabeth was born in McVille, ND on April 2, 1932, the daughter of Clarence and Mercedes (Suess) Lippert. At 4 years old, she and her sister, Shirley were raised by their grandma, Elizabeth (Bartholome) Lippert, when their mom passed away after giving birth to Shirley....
Marvin Ardell Narum
Oct 13, 2026
Marvin Ardell Narum, 82, of Michigan, ND passed away on October 13, 2026 at home on his family farm with family caring for him and support from HIA Hospice.
Marvin was born May 17, 1944 to Ole and Almeda (Anderson) Narum. He is a 3rd generation farmer, raised on the family farm south of Michigan, ND. He graduated from Michigan High...
Wanda Jean Hummel
Oct 12, 2026
Wanda Jean Hummel, 69, Petersburg, ND, passed away at her home on October 12, 2026.
Wanda was born on November 22, 1956, the daughter of Eldora (Swanson) Bishop, in Illinois. Wanda’s greatest passion was being a mother and caring for children. With an open heart to those in need, she dedicated much of her life to fostering children, welcoming many into...
Harvey Duane Schmidt
Oct 6, 2026
Harvey Duane Schmidt, 75, formerly of Petersburg, North Dakota, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in Apache Junction, Arizona, in one of his favorite places—his shop.
Harvey was born on August 11, 1951, in Berlin, Wisconsin, the son of Kenneth J. Schmidt and Gilma Schmidt (Georgeson). He grew up with his siblings, Dianne, Donna, and Victor Schmidt.
On May 27, 1972,...
Patricia "Pat" Marie Schuh
Sep 6, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Schuh, 87, Lakota, ND, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, ND.
Pat was born October 29, 1938, in Lakota, ND to James P and Eva Simons Fahey. She graduated from Lakota High School and following high school, she attended college in Valley City, earning a degree in education.
On June 7, 1965, she married...
John Lawrence Vasichek
Aug 27, 2026
John L. Vasichek, 80, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
John was born on November 8, 1945. He was raised in Lankin, North Dakota, by his grandmother, Anna, alongside his three sisters. In that time, John learned the lessons of family, hard work, faith, and perseverance.
On July 27, 1968, John married his lifelong sweetheart, Darlene...
Tami Jo Stein
Aug 16, 2026
Tami Jo (Luehring) Stein was born August 22, 1966, to Edgar and Jacqueline (Hanson) Luehring. She graduated from Tolna Public School in 1984. She continued her education at Lake Region State College and graduated with her associates degree. She then worked in activities at the Nelson County Health System in McVille. This is when she met the love of her...
Jeff L. Russo
Aug 12, 2026
Jeffrey L. Russo, age 62, of Lakota, North Dakota, passed away surrounded by family on August 12, 2026.
A Celebration of Jeff's Life will be held on Monday, August 24th from 4-7 p.m. at the American Legion in Lakota.
Jeff was born on March 1, 1964 to the Stitely family and was adopted by Lawrence Russo and Lillian Russo.
Jeff joined the United...
Bonnie Jean Schultz
Aug 8, 2026
Bonnie Jean Schultz, 83, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a lifetime of love, laughter, memories, and a family who will forever cherish the remarkable woman she was.
Bonnie was born on September 19, 1942, in Michigan, North Dakota, the third child of Mons and Julia (Berdahl) Aafedt. She was raised on...
Ian Michael Lee Iverson
Jul 31, 2026
Ian Michael Lee Iverson, 18, of Hampden, ND tragically passed away Friday, July 31, 2026.
Services to honor Ian's life, will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the Starkweather Public School gym, 505 Main Street, Starkweather, ND with visitation beginning at 12:00 pm, followed by the funeral at 2:00 pm. Burial will be at Storlie Cemetery in Hampden, ND...
Scotti Jean Larson
Jul 30, 2026
Scotti Jean Larson, 65, McVille, ND passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at her home under the care of Hospice.
Scotti Jean Larson was born June 17th, 1961, to Roger and Phyllis Thompson. Official records show being born in Hettinger Hospital but being the third sibling she was told by her brother and sister that she was found in a...
Evelyn M. Ternquist
Jul 27, 2026
Evelyn (Evie) M. (Bertelsen) Ternquist, age 94, passed peacefully on Monday morning, July 27, 2026 at Valley Senior Living on 42nd, Woodside Village in Grand Forks.
Evie was born on December 9, 1931, to Jens and Sofie (Jensen) Bertelsen at Westby, Montana, the 6th of 8 children. She was baptized at Emmaus Lutheran Church, Coalridge, Montana. She confirmed her faith at...
Barbara Ann Wall
Jul 26, 2026
Barbara Ann (Stich) Wall, age 88, resident of Lakota, ND, died Sunday July 26, 2026 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND.
Barbara was born October 23, 1937, in Grand Forks, ND to Paul and Rose (Zimmer) Stich. She graduated high school in Stephen MN and went on to graduate from Aakers Business College in Grand Forks, ND. While attending, she...
Beatrice Elaine Harvey
Jul 19, 2026
Beatrice Elaine (Urness) Harvey, daughter of Nels and Alfield (Halvig) Urness, was born on August 14, 1934, in Griggs County, ND. She was baptized at Ottawa Lutheran Church, Aneta, ND and attended school in Cooperstown, ND.
Beatrice worked as a salesclerk at J.C. Penney Co. in Cooperstown until she was united in marriage to Sidney Harvey at Trinity Lutheran Church in...
Donovan Orval Leith
Jul 18, 2026
Donovan O. Leith was born on June 29th, 1936 to Orval & Eleanor (Conn) Leith. He grew up in the Bartlett area and attended the Bartlett School. On April 8, 1965 Donovan married Ruby Nelson of Lakota and together they raised 3 children, Barb, Lisa & Steven.
In his early years he went south custom harvesting. He still talked about all...
Vance Earl Halvorson
Jul 13, 2026
Vance Earl Halvorson, born in 1951, passed away July 13th, 2026, shortly before what would have been his 75th birthday on July 31st. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories as a beloved son, brother, uncle, loyal friend, devoted animal lover, and one-of-a-kind storyteller.
Vance grew up with a mischievous spirit and a talent for keeping life interesting. As his siblings...
