Neil S. Twete

Neil Severt Twete, resident of McVille, ND, formerly of rural Tolna, ND died Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Nelson County Health System Care Center in McVille.

Neil was born December 1, 1931 near Tolna, ND the son of Oliver and Bergetta (Thorson) Twete. He grew up in the area, and graduated from Tolna High School in 1949. After school, Neil joined the United States Army in 1953. He was honorably discharged in 1955, and returned home to work. Neil married Bernice Hermanson on January 22, 1954. After their marriage, the couple lived and farmed in the rural Tolna area for many years. Bernice passed away on August 23, 1999.

Neil was a member of Tolna American Legion Post #162 for over 60 years, and Sigdal Lutheran Church. He was a 4-H leader, and served on the Tolna Elevator Board. Neil enjoyed playing pool and cards.

Neil is preceded in death by his wife Bernice; parents; brothers Kearn and Arley Twete; and sister Helen Logan.

Neil is survived by his children, Stacy (Angela) Twete of Tolna, ND, Steven (Diane) Twete of Pekin, ND, Cindy (Gene) Donarski of Crookston, MN, and Melanie (Dane) Weeks of Blaine, MN; grandchildren, Darcie Rose, Mandy (Jason) Cassavant, Bethany (Tommy) Staehnke, Jennifer Donarski, Adam (fiancAC. Mia Treuer) Donarski, Allison (Brian) Schmitt, William Weeks, and Katelyn Weeks; great-grandchildren, Jackson and Tegan Rose and Nolan and Christian Cassavant; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.