In Our Care

Vanessa Alanis

Vanessa Alanis

Sep 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Vanessa “Nessa” Alanis

Vanessa Alanis was 28 years old at the time of her unexpected passing. She resided in Grand Forks and was working as a Pharmacy Technician at Altru.

She had a way of leaving a mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her. She was kind, caring, fiercely intelligent, hardworking and gifted in ways that were...

Steven James Lande

Steven James Lande

Sep 21, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/rceQBObi1so 

Steven (Steve) James Lande, 75, of Grand Forks, ND passed away peacefully, with his loving wife and family at his side, Monday, September 21, 2026, at Valley Senior Living, Grand Forks.

He was born, August 28, 1951, to Milton O. Lande and Anne C. McAndrews in Staples, Minnesota. Steve grew...

Delores Elaine Beck

Delores Elaine Beck

Sep 19, 2026

Delores E Beck, 93, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Hillsboro Care Center in Hillsboro, North Dakota where she resided for the past ten years.

Delores was born on July 17, 1933, the daughter of Oscar and Hazel (Lunsetter) Thompson in rural Steele County, North Dakota. She graduated from Hatton High School and later in life continued her education...

Jonathan C. Sansburn

Jonathan C. Sansburn

Sep 18, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/zQspT10YEMc 

Jonathan Sansburn, age 34, passed away at Altru Hospital ICU on September 18, with his family by his side.

Jonathan was born on August 13, 1992, the son of Kari Gerszewski (Sansburn) and Dean Zaske. He was born and raised in Grand Forks where he spent his entire life. In...

Marie Elizabeth Derman

Marie Elizabeth Derman

Sep 15, 2026

Marie E. Derman, 95, of East Grand Forks, MN passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at her home at Good Samaritan Heritage Grove in East Grand Forks.

Marie Elizabeth Werre was born June 20, 1931, in Grand Forks, ND, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Werre. She was raised in Grand Forks and graduated from Grand Forks Central High School. She...

Gary Robert Campbell

Gary Robert Campbell

Sep 15, 2026

Gary R. Campbell, 76 of Grand Forks, North Dakota died Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Gary was born on February 10, 1950, the son of Robert and Dorothy (Anderson) Campbell in Gary, Indiana. He was raised and educated in Rockford, Illinois, graduating from high school in 1968. Gary enlisted in the United States Navy in...

Judith "Judy" Ann Bradshaw

Judith "Judy" Ann Bradshaw

Sep 15, 2026

Judith (Judy) Ann Bradshaw, 87, of Grand Forks, ND, went home to heaven to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 15, 2026. She left her earthly home with family and nurse Angie by her bedside.

Judith was born on July 22, 1939, in Moore Township near Enderlin, ND to Vernon L. and Genevieve Eberly....

Carmen Joy Williams

Carmen Joy Williams

Sep 13, 2026

You can view Carmen's service on Hope's YouTube page.

Carmen Joy Williams, 71, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, died Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, North Dakota, after a courageous battle with stage four lung cancer with her family by her side.

Born January 16, 1955, Carmen grew up on the outskirts of Grand Forks, where her love for...

Dennis Charles Larsen

Dennis Charles Larsen

Sep 12, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/R55LjhSFfIM 

Dennis Charles Larsen, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at Villa St. Vincent surrounded by family and friends at the age of 87. Born on January 18, 1939, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Dennis lived a full and vibrant life characterized by warmth, humor, and...

Jerry Rolland

Jerry Rolland

Sep 11, 2026

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

Jerry Neil Rolland, 78, Grand Forks, ND., passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026 at Sanford Medical Center, Bemidji, MN, surrounded by his loving family. The cause of death has not been determined.

Jerry was born on January 14, 1948, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the beloved son of E....

Lee Bell

Lee Bell

Sep 11, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/omOP155FOWM 

Lee Bell, 66, passed away peacefully at Valley Senior Living on Friday, September 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Lee Elwyn Bell was born on November 19, 1959, in Grand Forks, ND, the only child of Leo and Evelyn (Lee) Bell. He was raised and educated in Grand Forks...

John Joseph Quirk Sr.

John Joseph Quirk Sr.

Sep 10, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/Q_1csSTcQu4 

John Joseph Quirk Sr, 78, of Grand Forks, ND passed away peacefully Sept 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

John was born September 11th, 1947, in Grand Forks, ND to Casey and Sylvia Quirk. He grew up on the family farm in Mallory, MN and attended school at Sacred...

Harriet Jean Thorson

Harriet Jean Thorson

Sep 9, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/RoNui0zeAHQ 

Harriet J. Thorson, 100 of Grand Forks, North Dakota died Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Valley Senior Living, Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Harriet was born on May 30, 1926, the daughter of Harold and Louise (Porter) Baldauf in Pontiac, Michigan. She was raised and educated in Pontiac. Harriet met her...

Maurine "Toots" Hughes

Maurine "Toots" Hughes

Sep 7, 2026

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

Maurine was born on November 5, 1931, in Grand Forks, ND. To Ernest Schubert and Gladys Schubert, her parents.

She attended Belmont Elementary School and then onto Central High School. She played violin in the Central Orchestra for four years. After graduation from Central she attended Union Commercial College and...

Henry Zolondek

Henry Zolondek

Sep 6, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/C1Pmgy4KQFE 

Henry B Zolondek, 77, of Ardoch, ND passed away on September 6th 2026 at Valley Transitions in Grand Forks, ND after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Henry was born in Grafton, ND to Barney and Mary (Briske) Zolondek of Ardoch, ND. He was the youngest of the family....

DeLories M Hughes

DeLories M Hughes

Sep 4, 2026

DeLories M. Hughes, beloved mother, grandmother, and community member; passed away on September 4, 2026, at the age of 89 in St. Louis Park, MN. Born DeLories Marie Peterson on February 17, 1937, in Thief River Falls, MN she was a cherished daughter of Albin L. and Marie C. (Jablinski) Perterson. She grew up in Minnesota and graduated from East...

Edward James Rerick

Edward James Rerick

Sep 4, 2026

Edward James Rerick was born February 15, 1936, in Grand Forks, ND to Jacob and Agnes Rerick. Ed’s parents were born in Odessa, Russia. He was the youngest of six children and known to some as “Little Eddie.” Ed graduated from St James High School in 1954. He was proud of his “All City” award in football. Ed met the...

Darrel Arden Iverson

Darrel Arden Iverson

Sep 4, 2026

Darrel A. Iverson, age 77, resident of Grand Forks, ND , passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026, at Altru Hospital.

Darrel Arden Iverson, born February 3, 1949, passed to the final electrical inspection at Altru Hospital on September 4, 2026. Darrel passed to a better place surrounded by his closest family. Darrel was born at Deaconess Hospital in Grafton ND...

Gerald "Jerry" Szczepanski

Gerald "Jerry" Szczepanski

Sep 1, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/hIqoVSoop64 

Jerry Szczepanski was born April 12, 1943, to Stanley and Clara (Price) Szczepanski in rural Florian, MN.

Jerry attended school and graduated from Strandquist High School, later in life also attending the University of North Dakota (Go Sioux!). Jerry started many different bands throughout his life as a musician/drummer. After...

Lois Carol Nelson

Lois Carol Nelson

Aug 30, 2026

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/QI5uwEeSYgI 

Lois Carol Nelson passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026, at Valley Senior Living in Grand Forks, ND.

Born on October 17, 1941, in Devils Lake, North Dakota, to Alfred and Louise Nelson, Lois grew up with a strong spirit that would define her entire life. She attended grade school...