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John P Klokstad

John P Klokstad

Oct 10, 2024

John Peter Klokstad, age 93, passed away October 10, in Omaha, NE.

John was born in Tioga, ND, the middle child of Peter and Caroline Klokstad. Alongside them and siblings, Anna Belle and Gary, John split his time growing up between Tioga and Seattle.

After high school, John enlisted in the US Navy. John served from 1949 to 1953 in the Mediterranean...

Patricia A. Jensen

Patricia A. Jensen

Oct 10, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Jensen, 91, of Edgewood in Grand Forks, died on Thursday, October 10th under the care of Hospice after a three year battle with leukemia. Patricia Ann Fee was born to Frank and Elizabeth (Malone) Fee on August 23, 1933. She was the youngest of 11 children. Her siblings were Emmet, Earl, Irene, Charles, Elizabeth, Francis, Madeline, Geraldine, Raymond,...

Frances M. Stewart

Frances M. Stewart

Oct 10, 2024

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/eewMH9zR1Ug Frances Marie Stewart, 90, Grand Forks, ND, formerly of Gilby, ND passed away on Thursday, October 10th, 2024, at Valley Senior Living on Columbia in Grand Forks. 

She was born in Wahpeton, ND, delivered by her grandmother/ midwife on July 8th, 1934, to Lloyd and Elsie Keech. Frances attended school...

David Chambers

David Chambers

Oct 8, 2024

David Chambers, 71, Grand Forks, died Tuesday, October 8, 2024 in his home.

A family led Celebration of Life service will be the Tuesday, October 15,2024 at 1:30 p.m. at the Ember.

Shelley Bernard

Shelley Bernard

Oct 7, 2024

Shelley Dawn (Trout) Bernard, 71, of Grand Forks, ND, formerly of Fergus Falls, MN was called to her Heavenly home after being attended to by hospice care . She passed away on Monday, October 7th, 2024 at her home.

Shelley was born to Aaron and Margaret (Bengtson) Trout, in Minot, ND. She grew up on her family’s farm 4 miles south...

Rhanda Beth Clow

Rhanda Beth Clow

Oct 5, 2024

Rhanda Beth Clow, affectionately known as "Rhandi" by her friends and “Maya” by her grandchildren, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2024, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, just one day before her 70th birthday.

Rhanda Beth Clow, the daughter of Harvey Wade and Mildred June (Hawkins) Glenn, was born on October 6, 1954, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Rhandi spent her...

Joni Kay Williams

Joni Kay Williams

Oct 4, 2024

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/Tcc6oKMdEEw Joni K. Williams, 65, of East Grand Forks, Minnesota died on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota. 

Joni was born on August 9, 1959, the daughter of Ronald and Marian (Hartford) Hansen in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed at United Lutheran...

Carol (Nancy) Arvidson

Carol (Nancy) Arvidson

Oct 3, 2024

Carol (Nancy) Arvidson, lovingly known as Nana, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on October 3, 2024, in Fargo, North Dakota, at the age of 80. Born and raised in Bremerton, Washington, Carol’s life was filled with love, creativity, and an unwavering devotion to her family.

 In 1962, Carol met the love of her life, Ernie, at a church function,...

Lorraine Denise LeBlanc

Lorraine Denise LeBlanc

Oct 3, 2024

Lorraine LeBlanc, 64, died Thursday, October 3, 2024, in her home under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley and her loving husband after a long battle with cancer.

Lorraine Denise (Backman) LeBlanc was born in New Rockford, North Dakota to Donald and Gerda (Gedrose) Backman on June 9, 1960.

She attended the University of North Dakota after enjoying her...

Peter J. Laux

Peter J. Laux

Oct 1, 2024

Peter J. Laux, 70, Grand Forks, ND, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024 in Altru Hospital of Grand Forks.

A memorial reception and Celebration of Life will be held 12:00 noon, Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Rumor's sports Bar and Grill, Grand Forks.

Paul "Paco" Michael Clausen

Paul "Paco" Michael Clausen

Sep 28, 2024

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/T_uSf-Pbdog 

Paul "Paco" Clausen, 74 of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at his home of natural causes. 

Paul was born the fifth child of Clifford and Mildred (Blassingham) Clausen on August 27, 1950, in Grand Forks. He was raised and educated in East Grand Forks,...

Jeffrey Dwayne Randel

Jeffrey Dwayne Randel

Sep 28, 2024

Jeffrey Dwayne Randel, age 52, resident of Grand Forks, died on September 28, 2024.Funeral arrangements are pending. 

Judy F. Sondrol

Judy F. Sondrol

Sep 27, 2024

Judith Fern Miller Sondrol passed away peacefully on Friday, September 27th surrounded by family. She was born on January 15, 1938 on the farm in Thompson, North Dakota. Judy was the 3rd child of 14, born to Adeline and Walter Miller. She and her sisters Marilyn and Darlyne moved to Grand Forks when she was 14, where she worked as...

Nancy K. Hvinden

Nancy K. Hvinden

Sep 26, 2024

 Nancy K. Hvinden, 78, Thompson, ND, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024 in Altru Hospital of Grand Forks.

 Nancy Kay Flatz was born December 28, 1945 in Scranton, ND, the daughter of Howard and Hazel (Soehren) Flatz. She was raised on the family farm near Scranton and graduated from Scranton High School in 1963. Nancy moved to Grand Forks to attend...

Kimberly Peterson

Kimberly Peterson

Sep 24, 2024

Kimberly Sierra Peterson was born to Margaret Oldfield on November 7th, 1997 in Omaha, Nebraska. After moving to Minnesota, she attended elementary school in Norman County, MN. She was adopted by Darrell and Sharon Peterson on October 22nd, 2008, and in subsequent years lived in St. Michael, MN, Necedah, WI, and Rhinelander, WI. She completed her middle school and high...

Patrick White

Patrick White

Sep 22, 2024

Patrick "Pat" White, age 58, resident of Grand Forks, passed away on September 22, 2024 at his residence. 

Patrick “Pat” White passed away on September 22, 2024, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.

Patrick Charles White was born on March 23, 1966,...

Theodore "Ted" H. Olufson

Theodore "Ted" H. Olufson

Sep 19, 2024

Theodore “Ted” H. Olufson, 80, passed away on September 19, 2024, in Grand Forks. Theodore Henry Olufson was born on April 5, 1944, in Grand Forks, ND, the son of Henry and Emeline (Kroll) Olufson. Ted grew up in Grand Forks and graduated from Grand Forks Central in 1962. Ted married Gayle Groff in 1968. Ted farmed with his father,...

Amos Pladson

Amos Pladson

Sep 19, 2024

Amos Pladson, 84, Grand Forks, died September 19, 2024, in his home.

Amos was born June 8, 1940, in Northwood, North Dakota, the son of Kermit and Frances (Hanson) Pladson. He was raised by Trina Huus on the family farm near Buxton. Amos graduated from Buxton High School in 1958. He then attended Mayville College.

Amos joined the US Marines in 1962...

Raymond Lester Vervalen

Raymond Lester Vervalen

Sep 18, 2024

Raymond L. Vervalen, 88 of Mentor, Minnesota died Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota. 

Ray was born the son of Vernon and Martha Vervalen on February 7, 1936, in Osakis, Minnesota. He was raised and educated in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Ray was united in marriage to Marilyn Geatz on September 13, 1957, in Crookston, Minnesota....

Niomi Sangrait

Niomi Sangrait

Sep 14, 2024

Niomi Sangrait, 44, Thief River Falls, died Saturday, September 14, 2024, in Altru Hospital, Grand Forks. 

A celebration of life will be held from 2pm  to 5pm on September 29, 2024, at the VFW on 312 Demers Ave in East Grand Forks, MN.