In Our Care
Laurie J. Willprecht
Aug 2, 2024
Laurie Willprecht, age 57, resident of Grand Forks entered her heavenly home on August 2, 2024 due to complications from her 14 year battle with cancer. Laurie was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Her gentle, kind, and giving ways made lasting memories for all who knew her.
Laurie J. Hawn was born in Bismarck, ND on Dec....
Wayne Aarnes
Aug 2, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/TOznYQwRaG4 Wayne M. Aarnes, 83, Grand Forks, died Friday, August 2, 2024 in Altru Hospital, Grand Forks.
Wayne Martin Aarnes, the son of Elf and Edna (Asleson) Aarnes, was born at Northwood, North Dakota on November 27, 1940. He was raised and educated in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Wayne is a U.S....
David Loiland
Aug 1, 2024
David Loiland, 76, Thompson, North Dakota, passed away from Parkinson’s disease at his home in Phoenix, AZ on August 1, 2024, surrounded by his family.
David was born to Julian and Geneva Loiland on February 18th, 1948. After attending school in Thompson, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in music education from UND and a master’s degree from the University of...
Bradley L. Gaudry
Jul 31, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/mvhV2H8JvIE Brad L. Gaudry, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many, passed away under the care of hospice on July 31, 2024, in Minto, North Dakota.
Bradley Lynn Gaudry was born on April 18, 1948, in Ft. Frances, Ontario to Myland "Mylie" and Evelyn (Kreger) Gaudry. Education...
Joyous E. Gervais
Jul 29, 2024
Joyous E. Gervais, age 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, July 29, 2024, at Valley Senior Living.
Joyous Elaine Strand was born in Crookston, MN on June 12, 1934, to loving parents Bennert & Mabel (Peltier) Strand. Joyous spent her early years of life in Crookston where she attended & graduated from St Joseph’s Academy. Joyous married John...
Dane M. Mason
Jul 28, 2024
Dane M. Mason, 50, Grand Forks, ND passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 at home.
Visitation will begin at 8:00 Am Tuesday August 6, 2024 at St. Ann's Catholic Church of Belcourt, ND. There will be a 9:30 AM Recitation of the Holy Rosary followed by a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at the church.
Marilyn Morstad
Jul 28, 2024
Marilyn Morstad, 94, Grand Forks, formerly of Minot, died on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Altru Hospital. She was born November 20, 1929, in Sauk Center, MN to Al and Merced (Bishop) Bernauer. She attended school in DeSmet, SD and Wadena, MN. After graduating from High School in Wadena, she attended the University of Minnesota.
Marilyn married David Morstad of New...
Anthony Nelson
Jul 27, 2024
Anthony Nelson, 66, Grand Forks, died July 27, 2024 in his home.
Per the families wishes, no formal services will be held at this time.
Gloria Valgren
Jul 26, 2024
Gloria Ann Valgren, 82, of Grand Forks, ND, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024, in Ellendale, ND.
Born on February 23, 1942, in Clearbrook, MN, she was the daughter of Walter and Clara (Olson) Holm.
Gloria dedicated her career to nursing, retiring from Altru Medical Center.
In her free time, Gloria enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including gardening, baking, sewing, and crocheting.
She...
Kalisi David Ulu'ave
Jul 25, 2024
Kalisi David Ulu'ave was born in Logan, Utah, on July 21, 1983. Kalisi returned back into our loving Father's arms on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at age 41. Kalisi was a light to all those around him. He loved deeply and lived purposefully. He was selfless in the service he gave to others. He brought so much joy to everyone...
James "Jim" J. Aaker
Jul 25, 2024
James J “Jim” Aaker – age 70, father, uncle, husband, and grandpa passed away surrounded by his beloved children Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.
A funeral service will be held in memory of Jim at Relevant Life Church in Fargo, ND. It will be officiated by his son Eric Aaker and Pastor Travis Linn. Special music...
Dennis B. Strand
Jul 25, 2024
Dennis Bruce Strand (71) passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 while at home.
Dennis was born on August 16, 1952 in Fargo, ND to Percy and Judith (Myhre) Strand. He was the second of eight children. He graduated from Richland 44 High School in 1970 and after that attended The Association Free Lutheran Bible School (AFLBS) graduating in 1972. Dennis...
Kylie Jo Olson
Jul 24, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/HudAXfaLvgE Kylie Jo Olson, 41 of Grand Forks, North Dakota passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at her home.
Kylie Jo was born on November 12, 1982, the daughter of Dana and Marla (Eastman) Olson in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She was raised in Grand Forks until the 7th grade...
Donald Ebertowski
Jul 24, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/YQWIvvvI1_U Donald Ebertowski, 72 of Warsaw, North Dakota passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Donald was born in Grafton, North Dakota on January 15, 1952, the son of Theodore and Leona (Kamrowski) Ebertowski.
He attended a one room country school house, located about 2 miles...
Marlin "Jake" Leroy Jacobson
Jul 21, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/V6EalMZweuE
Marlin “Jake” Leroy Jacobson, 83, passed away on Sunday, July 21, surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Marlin was born on December 2, 1940, to Harvey and Inez (York) Jacobson in Perth, ND. He graduated from Egeland High School and went on to receive a degree in Business Administration from...
James Raymond Litzinger
Jul 20, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/EWLgYYMCxOE James Litzinger, 78 of Grand Forks, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
James was born in Grand Forks, ND, on August 29, 1945, the son of Paul (Cookie) and Elizabeth (Feist) Litzinger. He grew up in Grand Forks and graduated from St....
Desmond "Desi" Sporbert
Jul 20, 2024
Desi passed away at Aneta Parkview Health Center surrounded by love. He was born in 1950 in Northampton, MA. At the age of seven, he and several siblings moved in with his aunt and uncle, Gertrude and Raymond Knight in Pittsfield, MA.
Desi’s first job was working at a movie theater, which he later managed. This fostered his lifelong love of...
Gitta Goeser
Jul 19, 2024
Gitta Goeser, age 61, longtime resident of Buxton, ND, died on July 19, 2024, in her home surrounded by her family after a long courageous battle.
Gitta was born on May 29, 1963, in Neunkirchen, Germany to her loving parents, Stewart and Gisela Chase. She was the oldest of three children. She moved to the United States at the age of...
Jeffrey "Jeff" Leebrick
Jul 18, 2024
Loyal. Super funny. Smart. Always willing to lend a hand. Counselor. Best friend.
Jeff Leebrick died at his home in Grand Forks, N.D., on July 18, 2024.
Jeff was a beloved member of the racing community in Grand Forks and his early and unexpected departure from this world has left a hole in the hearts of many.
Jeffrey Jay Leebrick was born on...
Perdean H. Flesche
Jul 17, 2024
To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/FAXu9zdod6U Perdean H. Flesche, age 84, longtime resident of Grand Forks, ND, died on July 17, 2024, in East Grand Forks, MN.
Born on July 16, 1940, in Grand Forks, ND to his loving parents Edgar S. and Tilda J. (Engebretson) Flesche. He was the youngest of four children. He attended...
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