obituaries

Feb 22, 2025

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Franklyn David Preisler, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and community leader, passed away surrounded by his family on February 22, 2025, at the age of 87.

Born on June 29, 1937, in Mahnomen, MN, to Frank and Pearl Preisler, Franklyn lived his entire life on the family homestead later...

Feb 21, 2025

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Marvin "Moss" Tibbetts Sr., age 68, of Waubun, MN, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, in Mahnomen, MN.

Marvin was born on March 27, 1956, in San Diego, CA, to Burnham and Marion Tibbetts (Sargeant).  Marvin married Lynn Olson of Grand Portage, MN, on December 6, 1974, in Grand Portage,...

Feb 19, 2025

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Norman Odell Hillstad, age 87, of Gary, MN, passed peacefully on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025, at his home.

Norman, the son of Alfred and Christine (Haugen) Hillstad, was born on June 18, 1937, in Waukon Township, MN. He grew up on the family farm with his siblings, Orpha and Kenneth. Norman attended...

Feb 19, 2025

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Leola "Lee" Anderson-Rousu, age 86, of Callaway, MN, died on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Oak Crossing Nursing Home in Detroit Lakes, MN.

Leola "Lee" Rae Nicholson was born in Vancouver, WA, on March 12, 1938, the daughter of Clifford and Blanche (Switzer) Nicholson.  As a young girl, the family moved to...

Feb 18, 2025

Edward (Eddy) Clarence Hegg, of Mahnomen, MN, passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the Veterans Hospital in Fargo, ND.

Eddy was born on May 6, 1947, in Fosston, MN, to Richard and Ruth (Leslie) Hegg. He spent his early years on the family farm in Beaulieu Township, where he...

Feb 18, 2025

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Beatrice Lillian (Benson) Purdy, 84, passed away on February 18, 2025, at Oak Crossing, in Detroit Lakes, MN, with the loving care of her family, nursing staff and Hospice.

Beatrice was born on May 21, 1940, to Vernon and Edna (Krueger) Benson in Mahnomen, MN. She grew up in the Waubun...

Feb 13, 2025

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Lori Hilde, age 93, died Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Sanford Fargo Hospice House in Fargo, ND. Loris Irene Hilde was born May 19, 1931 to Clarence and Edna (Rhoades) Howe in Brainerd, MN.  Lori (her preferred name) the oldest of five children, grew up on a dairy farm near Backus, MN...

Feb 13, 2025

Douglas "Doug" Klemetson, age 77, of Fargo, ND, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at SMP Health St. Catherine South in Fargo, after a courageous battle with dementia.

Douglas Lynn Klemetson was born on August 14, 1947, in Fargo, ND, to Lyle and Norma (Peterson) Klemetson. He grew up in Flom, MN, and graduated from Twin...

Feb 11, 2025

Beloved husband, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend, Gary Paul Litzau, passed away peacefully at home on February 11, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was 71 years young.

Born in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, to Ferdinand and Lillian (Norcross) Litzau, Gary's life was defined by a remarkable blend of warmth, humor, and generosity. He grew up in a...

Feb 11, 2025

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Virgelia 'Virgie' Marcella Neisen passed peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 11 in Fargo, ND at the age of 100.

Born November 23, 1924, to Frank and Agnes (Sedivy) Machulda, she grew up in rural Waubun Minnesota where she and her siblings attended a one-room school in Grove Township. During...

Feb 7, 2025

Leslie "Les" Fairbanks, age 62, of Mahnomen, MN, died on Friday, February 7, 2025, at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Leslie Allan Fairbanks was born March 14, 1962, (a PI baby) in Kenosha, WI, to Lewis and Merle (Mortenson) Fairbanks.  He attended St. John's School for...

Feb 7, 2025

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Gloria Sather Price, age 82, of Ulen, MN, died Friday, February 7, 2025, at Viking Manor Nursing Home, Ulen.

Gloria Ann Sather, affectionately known to many as "Grandma Pete" was born at home on June 8, 1942, the daughter of Arnold and Mrytle (Ose) Sather.  She grew up on the farm, attended...

Feb 5, 2025

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Delores "Irene" Longtin passed away February, 5, 2025, at the age of 90. Her family surrounded her as angels took her to heaven.

Irene was born on February 18, 1934, in Neche, ND. She was one of eight children, born to Frances and Bernadette Snider....

Feb 5, 2025

Jedidiah Clark, age 45, of Lengby, MN, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at his home.

Jedidiah Angus Clark, known to many simply as Jed, was born December 10, 1979, to Rickie Clark Sr. and Frances Lindberg.  He grew up near Lengby and attended school in Fosston, MN.  Following his high school graduation, Jed studied Computer...

Feb 3, 2025

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Jenna Erin RaeAnn Askelson, 32, of Audubon, MN, died unexpectedly on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND.  She will be remembered as a vibrant and adventurous soul who brough light and laughter to everyone she met.  Jenna's spirit will live in the hearts of...

Feb 1, 2025

Timothy Ole Fugleberg, age 66, of Ada, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Benedictine Living Center in Ada.

Born on November 25, 1958, in Gary, MN, to Arthur and Gloria (Bak) Fugleberg, Tim faced the challenges of epilepsy from an early age. Despite these hardships, he approached life with resilience and a spirit...

Jan 28, 2025

Phyllis Mae Arneson was born on April 23, 1929, in Fergus Falls, MN, to Arne and Mayme (Miklebost) Arneson. She was baptized and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Fergus Falls. Phyllis grew up in Fergus Falls, where she attended school and was an active member of the band, Girls Athletic Association, Campfire Girls, Jobs Daughters, and her church's...

Jan 27, 2025

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Gladys Trapp, age 88, of Maple Grove, MN, formerly of Mahnomen, MN, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at The Willows of Arbor Lakes Care Facility, in Maple Grove.

Gladys Esther, the daughter of Harry and Delphine (Tibodeau) Mishke, was born on September 18, 1936, near Waubun, MN.  Gladys, along with...

Jan 27, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Stock, age 63, of Mahnomen, MN, died on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the Mahnomen Health Center.

Private Family Services are being held.

Thomas "Tom" Stock, age 63, of Mahnomen, MN, died on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the Mahnomen Health Center.

Thomas James Stock, the son of James and Joyce...

Jan 26, 2025

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David Underdahl, age 78, of Twin Valley, MN, passed away surrounded by his family, on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND.

David Jerome Underdahl was born on January 23, 1947, in Ada, MN, to Lloyd and Pearl (Burns) Underdahl. He was baptized in Ada and Confirmed in...