Obituaries

Sep 2, 2025

Darrell F. Miller, 82, McVille, ND, passed away on September 2, 2025 at CHI St. Alexius Hospital, Devils Lake, ND.

Born in Mankato, MN on June 2, 1943 to parents Lucy (Willette) and Fredrick Miller, Darrell Miller was known to his family and friends as a fisherman, a guy who could fix nearly anything, and an inveterate storyteller.

Darrell grew up on...

Aug 27, 2025

Terrance “Terry” Arthur Deehr Jr. December 19, 1939 – August 27, 2025

If you are reading this it means I’m back in the saddle with Blaze taking me home. Joe and Nell are running beside us.

I was born on December 19, 1939, to Terrance and Konstance (Connie) Deehr in rural Tolna Township. Mother often told stories of me being able to...

Aug 25, 2025

Kathlyn A. Kolberg, 88, Lakota, ND, died on August 25, 2025 at NCHS Care Center, McVille, ND, after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia.

Kathlyn was born on December 24, 1936 to Orville and Ida (Hermanson) Anderson in Stanley, ND.

She is survived by 3 children, Cindy (Mike) Ritteman, Lakota, David Kolberg, Georgia, and Sarah Donofrio, Ohio; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren;...

Aug 19, 2025

David Rosinski was born January 19, 1953, the first of two sons to Joe and Doris (Severson) Rosinski.

After spending his early years in Devils Lake, ND, David moved with his family to a farm near Lawton. The farm would be a home for David his entire life.

After graduating with the Edmore class of 1971, David spent a year attending college...

Aug 18, 2025

After a beautiful and gently lived life, our mother passed away on August 18, 2025 at age 89.

She slipped away peacefully in the night at the home of her daughter, Kirsten, in rural Aneta, ND. All four of her children were gathered together the evening before to plan a 90th birthday party for her. Quietly excited at the idea of...

Aug 16, 2025

Catherine “Cathy” Ann Swenson, 71, McVille, ND, passed away at her home on Saturday, August 16, 2025.

Cathy's family and friends invite you to a celebration of her life and a time to share stories and memories on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at New Luther Valley Lutheran Church, McVille, ND. A time of fellowship will follow the service.

Cathy...

Aug 14, 2025

Lloyd Sidney Lee, 78, of Tolna, North Dakota, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the Nelson County Healthcare System–Hospital in McVille, ND, surrounded by love and care.

Born on November 21, 1946, in Devils Lake, ND, Lloyd was the son of Oscar and Lorraine (Thorson) Lee. He was baptized, confirmed, and a lifelong member of the Tolna American Lutheran Church,...

Aug 6, 2025

Marlene Andrea Paulson, 85, Michigan, ND, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Bethany on University, Fargo, ND.

Marlene was born on April 10, 1940 to Andrew and Maxine (Wright) Wirkus, in Grand Forks, ND. She grew up and attended school in Michigan. She married Keith Paulson on June 15, 1958. Together they raised 6 children while living in various...

Aug 2, 2025

Marlys Elaine Elvick, age 85, passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Society in Lakota, ND on August 2, 2025.

Marlys Elaine Hietala was born November 1, 1939, Brocket, ND the eldest child of three children, to her proud parents, Roy Clarence Hietala and Lillian Marie Hietala. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Kenneth Hietala. She is survived...

Jul 27, 2025

Patricia Ann Burtness (Carlson), Lakota ND, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with ALS.

Patty was a 4th of July baby, born 1947 to Kenneth and Juanita (DeGooyer) Carlson in Hot Springs, SD. She was the oldest of 7 children and was seen by several of her siblings as their “second mother.”...

Jul 27, 2025

Edwin (Ed) LeRoy Quanbeck passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025.

Ed was born on September 26,1934 near McVille, ND to Jacob and Ovidia (Aslakson) Quanbeck. Ed was raised on the Quanbeck farmstead near McVille. He graduated as the salutatorian from McVille High School in 1952 where he also excelled in basketball and track. After high school Ed managed the farm...

Jul 25, 2025

Marlene (Callisto) Luehring, age 89, a resident of NCHS Care Center, McVille, ND and prior resident of Tolna, ND, peacefully passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND.

Marlene was born May 21, 1936, in Crosby, MN to John and Mary (Vranish) Callisto. Marlene was raised and schooled in the beautiful Cuyuna Range area...

Jul 22, 2025

Judith Rysavy, 83, Lawton, ND, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, ND.

A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, 2025 with visitation from 1-4 p.m. at Aaker Funeral Home, Lakota, ND.

Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Lawton Cemetery.

Judi was born on...

Jul 13, 2025

Rhoda Lee (Deehr) Messner, age 86 of rural Tolna, ND passed away Sunday, July 13th, 2025 at the NCHS Care Center, McVille, ND.

Rhoda was born January 24, 1939, daughter of Terrance and Constance Deehr. After she was born, her mother had to carry her from the McVille hospital to the train station in a snowstorm. The train then took them...

Jul 10, 2025

Kay Arleen Restad was born on January 29, 1950, in Langdon, North Dakota. She graduated from Langdon High School and went on to complete cosmetology school in Fargo. For 25 years, she proudly owned and operated Kay’s Beautique in Lakota, North Dakota—a beloved gathering place where Kay’s warmth, talent, and laughter filled the room. She deeply valued her role in...

Jul 6, 2025

Helen Eleanor (Turmo) Knutson, McVille ND, passed away on July 6, 2025 at the Nelson County Health Systems Care Center. Helen was born on August 31, 1938 in New England ND to Reverend Carl and Gladys (Sorenson) Turmo. As the daughter of a Lutheran Pastor, Helen moved several times during her early years, first to Walcott ND, then Maddock ND,...

Jun 30, 2025

Dale Orlando Peterson, age 99, died on Monday, June 30th, 2025 surrounded by family at Woodside Village in Grand Forks, ND.

Dale was born on February 13, 1926 to Oscar and Ella (Goplin) Peterson in Warren, MN. He attended school in Warren until enlisting in the United States Navy at age 17. His WWII service included many battles in the Pacific...

Jun 24, 2025

Alpha (Rude) Quam passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at the Nelson County Health System Care Center, McVille ND at the age of 103.

Alpha was born to Carl and Anna (Borgerson) Rude at New Rockford, ND on August 20, 1921. She was the tenth child of twelve born to Carl and Anna. As a child she attended Colvin...

Jun 19, 2025

Lynette Carol Hanson, 56, Brocket, ND, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Lynette was born on October 1, 1968 in Jamestown, ND to Chuck and Carol (Rode) Rodin. She grew up and attended school in Marion, ND, and graduated from Marion High School. She married Kevin Hanson on May 13, 1989, in...

Jun 16, 2025

Marilyn Anne Stricklan, 70, formerly of Texas, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Valley Senior Living on Columbia, Grand Forks, ND.

Marilyn was born in Snyder, TX on October 2, 1954 to Robert and Nannie (Cherry) Matthews.

She is survived by her children, David (Christine) Jackson, Traci, (Dustin) Middleton, and Matthew (Leissa) Sanders;...