obituaries

May 22, 2026

Watch Bev's Funeral Here

Beverly Hovde, age 88, of Twin Valley, MN, died peacefully at Sunnyside Care Center in Lake Park, MN, on May 22, 2026. Bev was born in West Fargo, ND, on March 29, 1938, to Oscar and Blenda (Olman) Samshal. She grew up in Twin Valley and graduated from Twin Valley High School in...

May 21, 2026

Please click on the video tribute below to view Robert's funeral service.

Robert J. Laymon, 68, of Perley, MN, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his residence.

It is with deep sorrow and loving hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Robert Jay Laymon. He was a devoted and...

May 21, 2026

Shirley Ann Hoffe Hanson

Shirley Hanson, 86, of Beltrami, MN, peacefully left this earthly life to be with her Lord on May 21, 2026.

Shirley's life was a beautiful testament to the power of love, family, and faith. Born to Ole and Julia Hoffe on September 25, 1939, she grew up in Fertile, MN, where...

May 21, 2026

Watch Margie's Memorial Service

Marjorie Irene Ellis, lovingly known as "Margie," passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, in Fargo, ND, on the very day of her 66th wedding anniversary. She was 87 years old.

Margie was born Marjorie Irene Kjolberg on June 23, 1938, in White Earth, MN, to Lillian "Marian" Bellecourt and Robert...

May 19, 2026

Craig Fish, age 69, of Twin Valley, MN, died on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at his home.

Burial was held at the Fargo National Cemetery in Harwood, ND.

May 17, 2026

Watch Cherie's Visitation and Funeral Service Here

Cherie Brenda Boe, beloved teacher, devoted wife and mother, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully at home under the care of HIA Hospice on May 17, 2026, surrounded by family and love after a courageous battle with an aggressive form of cancer. She was 67 years old.

Cherie...

May 12, 2026

Watch Susan's Memorial Service

Susan Virginia Ruud, age 71, passed away on May 12, 2026, at the Benedictine Living Community in Ada, MN.  She was born on September 1, 1954, to Virgil and Edna Nelson, and was the first baby welcomed to their small dairy farm near Gary, MN. Susan grew up helping her dad in his...

May 11, 2026

Watch Hermen's Funeral Here

Hermenegildo "Hermen" Tellez, age 75, of Waubun, Minnesota, passed away on May 11, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota.

Hermen, as he was known to many, was born on December 18, 1950, in Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas, México, to Eliodoro and Petra Tellez.

He grew up on the family ranch in...

May 8, 2026

Michael James Azure Sr., lovingly known as "Mike," passed away on May 8th, 2026, at the age of 47.

Michael James Azure, the son Debra Azure and Raymond Bellcourt, was born on February 2, 1979, in Detroit Lakes, MN. He was raised in White Earth, where he attended school and built many lifelong friendships.  As a young...

May 8, 2026

George E. Hess, 73, Halstad, MN, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026 at HIA Heather's House in Fargo, ND, after a fall he did not recuperate from.

George was born to his beloved mother, Betty, and hard-working father, Ed, on December 29, 1952.

The youngest of four children, George spent his young years with...

May 7, 2026

Jacquar Rain "Jack" Burnette, age 21, of Naytahwaush, MN, died unexpectedly on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

Jack was born Jacquar Rain Burnette on May 13, 2004, the son of James Burnette Jr.  His elementary years were spent growing up in Naytahwaush where he and his sister, Kaylene, were cared for by their father, James Jr. and his...

May 5, 2026

Irene "Chris" McArthur, age 76, of Mahnomen, MN, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at her home.

Per Chris' wishes no formal services will be held.

Please feel free to sign the guestbook, send condolences and view other opportunities which may be available on the website.

May 5, 2026

Please click on the video tribute below to view Faye's celebration and inurnment services.

Faye A. Olson, 82, Moorhead, MN, formerly of Fertile, MN, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Lilac Homes Memory Care in Moorhead.

Faye Annette (Johnson) Olson, 82, of Fertile, MN was born March 23, 1944, to Orvis...

May 4, 2026

Please click on the video tribute below to view Sherry's celebration and burial services.

Sherry Lynne Jensrud, 71, of Fertile, MN, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026 at her residence after a two-year battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.

Sherry was born on May 28, 1954 to Clifford and Eileen (Stusrud) Bevolden. She...

May 2, 2026

Donna "Donna Ross" Lynn Manypenny, age 64, sadly passed away at her home in White Earth, MN, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after battling an illness with tremendous strength until her body got too tired.

Donna is the daughter of Leonard "Honeycutt" and Mary (Bevins) Smith and Melvin Manypenny of White Earth. As...

Apr 26, 2026

Tammie Martinez, age 63, of Mahnomen, MN, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND.

Tammie Davis was born on June 19, 1962, in Tulsa, OK, to Merlin and June Davis. She attended school in her younger years before stepping away to help care for her father. Throughout her life, Tammie...

Apr 26, 2026

Donald Stanton Kvamme, age 88, of Twin Valley, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Donald was born on October 4, 1937, in Gary, MN, to Alfred and Olga (Benson) Kvamme. He was raised in Gary, where he also attended school. As a young man, he farmed alongside his family and began...

Apr 24, 2026

Please click on the video tribute below to view Ruth's funeral and burial services.

Ruth A. Carlson, age 99, Ada, MN, died on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Ada, MN.

Ruth was born on November 1, 1926 to George and Marie (Gilbertson) Sundseth, Halstad, MN. She was raised on the farm and educated...

Apr 24, 2026

Watch Bruce's Prayer Service Here

Watch Bruce's Funeral Here

Bruce Allan Griewe, age 73, of Gary, Minnesota, passed away unexpectantly on April 24, 2026 on his family farm, leaving behind a life defined by love, hard work, laughter, and deep devotion to his family.

Bruce was born on April 17, 1953, to Herbert...

Apr 23, 2026

Porsha Keezer, age 19, of rural Waubun, MN, died unexpectedly on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her home.

Porsha Lorraine Keezer was born September 25, 2006, in Detroit Lakes, MN, the youngest daughter of Shana and Jeffrey Keezer.  Her elementary years started in Mahnomen, followed by Waubun-Ogema Elementary and she entered high school in Waubun.  During high...