In Our Care
John Joseph Johnson
Jan 21, 2026
John Joseph Johnson, known as JJ to his family, passed away on January 21, 2026, suddenly in his home in Grand Forks, ND. He was born in the town of Newport, Rhode Island, on November 20, 1957. He was adopted by Gary J. and Mary M (Neronha) Johnson.
John’s journey began amidst the historical charm of Newport, RI where his family...
Paul Robert Clark
Jan 20, 2026
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Paul Robert Clark, Grand Forks, ND, entered eternal life January 20, 2026, having lived a life of devoted faith and service, with a quiet strength and compassion that inspired all who knew him.
He was born May 20, 1950, to Theodora and Victor Clark in Winnebago, MN. As a young...
Michael "Mike" J. Kearney
Jan 19, 2026
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Michael "Mike" J. Kearney, age 51, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, died Monday, January 19, 2026, at the M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, surrounded by the love of his family.
Visitation will...
Susan J Knutson
Jan 18, 2026
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Susan Knutson (1951–2026), wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away following a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease. She was known for her warmth, creativity, humor, and the close personal bonds she formed throughout her life.
Sue grew up in Grafton, North Dakota, where her love for home and design emerged...
Paul Joseph Hajicek
Jan 15, 2026
Paul Joseph Hajicek, 85, of Grand Forks, ND died on January 15, 2026. He was surrounded by his loved ones at the time of his death.
Paul was born May 7, 1940, in Park River, North Dakota, the son of Joseph Hajicek and Crystal Ramsey. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Eunice, and had 65 wonderful...
Doris Arvilla Roehrick
Jan 14, 2026
Doris A. Roehrick 94, of Grand Forks, ND died peacefully at home on Weds. Jan 14, 2026, in the loving care of her family.
Doris was born on April 2,1931 to Bertina (Satran) and Melvin Haugen in Fosston, MN where she lived on the family farm until she graduated from Fosston High School. She was very active as a youth in...
Lana M. Lilke
Jan 13, 2026
With sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Lana Marie Lilke, of Grand Forks, ND, on January 13, 2026, at the age of 65.
Lana was born in Grand Forks, ND, on July 14, 1960, to Vernon and June (Kath) Lilke. She grew up on the Northside of Grand Forks with her parents and her three brothers—Al, Ray,...
Marlys C. Moen
Jan 13, 2026
Marlys C. Moen, 91, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota following a brief illness.
Marlys is survived by her sister, Beverly Gilbertson of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, daughters Merrilee (Steve) Horton of Maplewood, Minnesota, and Laurel "Lol" (Doug) Prince of Rosemount, Minnesota, grandchildren Andrew and...
Lowell Bryan Sherwin
Jan 12, 2026
Lowell B. Sherwin, 66 of East Grand Forks, Minnesota died Monday, January 12, 2026, at his home, East Grand Forks, Minnesota. A private family service will be held at a later date.
Veronica J. Thoreson
Jan 11, 2026
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Veronica Thoreson, 90, Grand Forks, N.D., died January 11, 2026, in Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.
Veronica Schwan was born April 23, 1935, in Devils Lake, N.D., to Peter and Johanna (Axtman) Schwan. She grew up on a farm northeast of Devils Lake. She graduated from high school in Devils...
Jean L. Griffin
Jan 10, 2026
Jean Lucille (Forsythe) Griffin, age 104, passed peacefully from this life into God’s loving arms on January 10, 2026.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Amundson Funeral Home Chapel in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with Rev. Mark Ellingson officiating. Visitation will be held 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral...
Jean Marie Skavlem
Jan 8, 2026
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Jean Marie Skavlem, age 99, a lifelong resident of Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at Valley Senior Living.
Jean was born in Crookston on May 23, 1926, to James and Gladys (Kienast) Thompson. She grew up in Grand Forks and graduated from Central High...
Debra F Stewart
Jan 7, 2026
Debra F. (Hinton) Stewart, 60, of Grand Forks, passed away on January 7, 2026 in her home. She battled a debilitating medical condition for more than a decade that, while it challenged her physically, never dulled her love of finding new experiences and creating lasting memories with her family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled later in...
Evelyn Slominski
Jan 2, 2026
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Evelyn Regina Slominski, 92, of Grand Forks, ND, passed away on January 2 at Valley Senior Living Woodside Village under the compassionate care of HIA Hospice.
Evelyn was born at home on July 4, 1933, in Warsaw, ND, to John and Regina (Skibitski) Mesheske. She attended Warsaw Catholic School and...
Francis Gerald Joyce
Dec 31, 2025
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Gerry Joyce, 101, passed away on December 31, 2025, in Grand Forks, ND.
Gerry was born on a farm near Graettinger, IA, on February 9th, 1924, to Thomas and Elizabeth (Rafferty) Joyce. After graduating from high school in 1941, he attended Emmetsburg Junior College. He began his career with...
Ruby Leiss
Dec 30, 2025
Ruby V. Leiss was 93 years old when she passed away in Grand Forks, ND. She was the oldest sister of three, growing up on a farm in Hebron, ND. She went to school to be a teacher and pursued that profession for a few years. She then met Larry, got married, had a family and became a full-time homemaker....
Darla (Peterson) Cerrone
Dec 29, 2025
Darla Cerrone, lovingly known as "Sunshine," was a beacon of warmth and compassion, illuminating the lives of those around her. Born on January 31, 1977, in Cando, North Dakota and lived in Langdon, ND, with her family, before settling in Grand Forks, ND. She graduated from Red River High School with the Class of 1996, a testament to her bright...
Inez S. Drake
Dec 27, 2025
Inez S. Drake, age 97, of Grand Forks, died Saturday, December 27, 2025, at her home.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 5, 2026, at University Lutheran Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Burial will be held in the Spring of 2026...
John Simonson
Dec 26, 2025
John F. Simonson, 95, of Grand Forks, ND passed away on December 26, 2025. John Fletcher Simonson was born to Arch Fletcher & Carroll Louise Simonson on October 3, 1930, in St. Paul, MN. He grew up in Grand Forks, ND and graduated from Central High School in 1949. After High school he served in the US Army for 2...
Delories A Deitz
Dec 25, 2025
Delories Deitz, 89, of Grand Forks, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at Woodside Village, Valley Senior Living on 42nd, surrounded by her loving family.
Delories was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on May 1, 1936, the daughter of Otis and Agnes (Berkeland) Faulkner. She grew up in the Grand Forks area and graduated from Central High School. On...
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