obituaries

Feb 20, 2026

AlRoy O. Aune

7-1-47 – 2-20-26

AlRoy Ortis Aune, 78, Fertile, MN, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026 at the Sanford Health Center in Fargo, ND surrounded by family.

AlRoy was born on July 1, 1947 to Melvin and Odella (Lien) Aune in Ada, MN. Al spent...

Feb 20, 2026

Terence "Tux" Turner, age 61, of Naytahwaush, MN, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Essentia Health in Fargo, ND.

Terence Lee Turner, known by all as Tux, was born on October 10, 1964, to Thomas "Barney" and Lucille (Bellanger) Turner. He was raised in Naytahwaush, where he attended school and built lifelong friendships within the...

Feb 20, 2026

William "Bill" Oshkinowe Sr., age 83, of Waubun, MN, passed away on February 20, 2026, at Essentia Health–St. Mary's Hospital in Detroit Lakes, MN.

William Gene Oshkinowe was born on July 25, 1942, in White Earth, MN, to George and Jennie (King) Oshkinowe. He was one of ten children. The family made their home near White Earth...

Feb 15, 2026

Please click on the video tribute below to view Jerry's funeral service at the end of the video.

Jerome "Jerry" Axvig, beloved husband, father, and grandfather and friend to many, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, February 15th, surrounded by his family in his home in Moorhead, Minnesota. He was 87.

Jerry was born...

Feb 14, 2026

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Patricia "Pat" Sue (Antell) Carson, age 81, of Naytahwaush, MN, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at her home in Naytahwaush.

Patricia "Pat" Sue Antell was born on February 26, 1944, in White Earth, MN, the daughter of William Antell and Julia Beaupre. Much...

Feb 12, 2026

Robert D. Evans, age 84, of Fargo, ND, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at Bethany Retirement Home. He was surrounded by his loving family, friends, and dedicated caregivers during his final moments. Bob was born on January 2, 1942, in Moorhead, MN, to Erwin M. Evans (1901-1951) and Melba G. Evans (Lee) (1902-1988). He spent his childhood in...

Feb 9, 2026

Michael "Mike" Swan, Waaswaa Muckwa "Shining Bear", age 70, of Ponsford, MN, died on Monday, February 9, 2026, at his home under the loving care of his family and HIA Hospice.

Michael A. Swan was born August 2, 1955, in White Earth, MN, the son of Maynard and Cleo (Armstrong) Swan.  His youth was spent growing up...

Feb 7, 2026

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Gary Gilman, age 93, of Mahnomen, MN, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Mahnomen Health Center Nursing Home, surrounded by loved ones.

Gary John Gilman was born on September 18, 1932, in Ponsford, MN, to John Wesley and Ruby Ann (Doucette) Gilman. As a young boy he spent...

Feb 6, 2026

David Magee, age 53, of Naytahwaush, MN, died unexpectedly on Friday, February 6, 2026.

David Anthony Magee was born in Dallas, TX, the son of Danny and Jean (LaGarde) Magee.  His youth was spent in Minneapolis, MN, where he graduated from South High.  Following high school, Dave entered the workforce and worked as a security guard for...

Feb 6, 2026

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

Debbie (Kroshus) Gordon passed away on February 6th at Sanford Hospice House in Fargo, ND, surrounded by her loving family and graciously cared for by the compassionate staff. Their kindness and dignity brought comfort to Debbie and to those who loved...

Feb 2, 2026

Charles (Chuck) Elvin Bernhardson, 91, of Shelly, MN, a devoted family man and dedicated farmer known for his work ethic and community spirit passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Fargo Elim Healthcare Center, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a deep love for the land.

Chuck was born on February 11, 1934, in...

Feb 1, 2026

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Angeline Steichen, age 92, of Ulen, MN, died on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Heather's House Hospice care facility, Fargo, ND.

Angeline Clarissa was born on November 5, 1933, to Lars and Clara (Romslo) Peterson in Audubon, MN. She was the youngest in her family with two older siblings, Paul...

Feb 1, 2026

Linda Howard, age 77, of Mahnomen, MN, died on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Mahnomen Health Center Nursing Home, Mahnomen, MN.

Linda Mae Howard was born June 19, 1948, in Grand Rapids, MN, the daughter of James Howard and Jessie Hamner.  She graduated from Greenway High School with the Class of 1967.  ...

Jan 31, 2026

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Derek "Deke" or "The Duke" passed away on January 31, 2026, in Ada, MN.

Derek Paul Forsell was born in Gary, MN on November 15, 1941, to Edward and Bernice (Stundahl) Forsell.  After a whirlwind romance and short engagement, he married JoAnn ("Jo" "JoZina" "JZ") Herrmann on October 28, 1961, at...

Jan 26, 2026

Shane Bellanger, age 52, of Detroit Lakes, MN, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Sanford Health in Fargo, ND.

Shane Patrick Bellanger was born on January 21, 1974, in Park Rapids, MN, to Roberta Bellanger and Louis Butcher Jr. He was proudly given his Ojibwe name, Wiidookaage Innini, meaning "Man Who Helps Others", a name...

Jan 26, 2026

Thomas C. Keeney, age 84, of Shelly, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 26, 2026, at his residence.

Tom was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Laurel Ann Keeney (Aarestad); his parents, Cecil Croll Keeney and Rose Marie Keeney (Pozorski); his daughter, Denise Laurel Keeney; his granddaughter, Samantha Renae Keeney; and his siblings, Patty, Bobby,...

Jan 26, 2026

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LaVonne Dorseth of Flom, MN passed away on January 26th, 2026, at Viking Manor, Ulen, MN.

LaVonne Lue Hammer was born to Edwin and Lucille (Fabre) Hammer at their home in Twin Valley, MN on November 21, 1935. Although she was to be a Christmas baby, she decided to come for...

Jan 24, 2026

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Logan Bendickson, age 23, of Winger, MN, died on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the Mahnomen Health Center as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident.

Logan Tyler was born June 29, 2002, in Fosston, MN, the son of Josh and Melissa (Dahl) Bendickson.  ...

Jan 24, 2026

Watch Shari's Prayer Service and Memorial Service Here

Shari Fromm, age 57, of Twin Valley, MN, passed away on January 24, 2026, at HIA Heather's House Hospice in Fargo, ND.

Shari Dawn Fromm was born on March 10, 1968, in Crookston, MN, to Carl and Ann (Lassila) Fromm, the youngest of three children. She grew...

Jan 24, 2026

Do to technical difficulities we are only able to recover a portion of Betty's funeral.  We sincerely apologize and have uploaded what we have and you may watch on the following link.

Watch Betty's Funeral

Betty Louise (Stanhope) Benson, age 87, of Waubun, MN, passed peacefully on Saturday, January...