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Donn Robert Knudson

Donn Robert Knudson

Jul 3, 2019

Donn R. Knudson, 69, passed away peacefully at his home in Manvel, ND, Wednesday, July 3, 2019, surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous fight with cancer.

Donn was born November 2, 1949, the son of Clifford & Adeline (Arneson) Knudson.  He attended school in Manvel and graduated from GF Central High School.  He served in the US Army...

Kevin J. Anderson

Kevin J. Anderson

Jul 3, 2019

Kevin J. Anderson, 58, of rural Aneta, ND, lost his life Wednesday, July 3, 2019.

Kevin John Anderson was born March 3, 1961, to Maynard and Patsy Anderson in Minot, ND. Kevin grew up on a farm, where he developed a hard work ethic and a passion for working with cattle.

Kevin graduated in 1979 from Carpio High School, Carpio,...

Clarice "Petey" Kuhlman

Clarice "Petey" Kuhlman

Jul 1, 2019

Clarice “Petey” Kuhlman, 96 of Grand Forks, ND passed away on Monday, July 1, 2019.

She was born December 26, 1922 in Alvarado, MN to Peter A. and Minnie (Johnson) Peterson.

She married George Kuhlman, April 12, 1941 in East Grand Forks, MN. They started Acme Electric Motor Co. in 1948. They became members of Calvary Lutheran Church on November...

William (Billy Hank) W. Schwartz

William (Billy Hank) W. Schwartz

Jun 30, 2019

WILLIAM (Billy Hank) SCHWARTZ

 

 

On Sunday June 30, 2019, William (Bill) Schwartz, passed away at Altru Hospital at age 70.

Bill was born in Kalispell Montana at Kalispell General Hospital to Ernest Henry Schwartz and Ruth Ellen Hendrickson on June 6, 1949. Bill was known for his stories, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. He...

Ellen Anna Mae Aase

Ellen Anna Mae Aase

Jun 30, 2019

Ellen Anna Mae Aase, 88, of Grand Forks, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks, ND.Ellen was born on June 18, 1931 to Soren and Annie Blegen. Ellen married the love of her life, Wallace "Wally" Aase on December 18, 1949. They lived in Grafton and Warren before permanently...

LaVonne J. (Kleven) Russell Hootman

LaVonne J. (Kleven) Russell Hootman

Jun 27, 2019

LaVonne J. Russell Hootman passed away at Valley Elder Care in Grand Forks, North Dakota on June 27th, 2019. She was 87 years old.  LaVonne Jolene Kleven was born on November 11th, 1931 in Grand Forks, ND, to John B. Kleven and Lillian (Austreng) Kleven.

LaVonne graduated from Grand Forks Central High School in 1949, where she was a Varsity...

Ronald "Joe" Czapiewski

Ronald "Joe" Czapiewski

Jun 25, 2019

Ronald L. “Joe” Czapiewski, 75, Golden Lake, ND, died Tuesday, June 25th, 2019 at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, ND.

Ronald Larry Czapiewski was born August 3rd, 1943 in Grand Forks, ND, the son of Edward J. and Donna (Ferguson) Czapiewski. He was raised and educated in Manvel, ND.  “Joe” enlisted in the U.S. Navy on August 23, 1961 and was...

Bert Dickson

Bert Dickson

Jun 24, 2019

William Gilbert “Bert” Dickson, 87, of Grand Forks, ND and formerly of Gilby, ND, died Monday, June 24, 2019 at Parkwood Senior Living, Grand Forks, ND surrounded by his family.

Bert was born August 19, 1931 in Grand Forks, ND to William James Dickson and Lula Rosalie “Dutchie” (Scott) Dickson. He became a big brother to Alan “Butch” at the...

David Allen Ophaug

David Allen Ophaug

Jun 24, 2019

David A. Ophaug, age 67 of Grand Forks, died on Monday, June 24, 2019 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at  United Lutheran Church in Grand Forks. visitation will be one hour before service time in the church. Burial will be in Michigan, ND.

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Thomas W. Pierce, Sr.

Thomas W. Pierce, Sr.

Jun 24, 2019

Dr. Thomas W. Pierce, D.O., passed away peacefully on June 23rd, 2019 at the age of 95 at 4000 Valley Square in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Tom was born in 1923 in Westerly, Rhode Island to Adrian and Helen Pierce. After graduating from Foxcroft Academy in 1941, Tom attended Keene State Teachers College for one  year before serving as a...

Dr. John B LaLonde

Dr. John B LaLonde

Jun 24, 2019

John LaLonde led an extraordinary life before passing away at age 89, on Monday, June 24th.  He was born and raised in Bemidji, MN to Harry and Della (Barrett) LaLonde on May 17, 1930. He graduated from Bemidji High School and St. John’s University (BA – Chemistry), where he was a student-athlete playing football (nicknamed: Moose).  After graduating from St....

Charles "Chuck" Asche

Charles "Chuck" Asche

Jun 24, 2019

Charles M. “Chuck” Asche, 93, Grand Forks, ND, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 at Valley Memorial Home Woodside Village.

Charles Melvin Asche was born to Evert and Tetkea (Caspers) Asche on August 23, 1925 in rural Clara County, MN. The family moved into Clara City when he was three years old. He was a member of the Bethany Reformed...

Delores Johnson

Delores Johnson

Jun 21, 2019

Delores E. Johnson, 88, of Grand Forks passed away surrounded by family on Friday, June 21, 2019, at Woodside Village-Hearthstone.

Delores, the daughter of Adolph and Agnes (Lien) Alfredson, was born September 15, 1930, in Lakota, North Dakota. She graduated from Lakota High School in 1948. Her life focused around her family and faith. She was involved in various church...

Terrance "Terry" "TR" Magnuson

Terrance "Terry" "TR" Magnuson

Jun 20, 2019

Terrance "Terry" "TR" Magnuson, 92 of Grand Forks died Thursday June 20, 2019 at 4000 Valley Square-Woodside Village, Grand Forks.

Terrance Robert Magnuson, the son of Eric and Hazel (Nohe) Magnuson was born December 30, 1926 at Henning, Minnesota. He grew up and attended schools in Henning and graduated from Henning High School. He entered the service and served as...

Deloris Ann Ysen

Deloris Ann Ysen

Jun 20, 2019

Deloris Ann Ysen, 85, of Grand Forks, ND passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 4000 Valley Square Woodside Village in Grand Forks.

Deloris was born September 12, 1933, in Grand Forks, ND, the daughter of Carl & Alma (Fontaine) Hoff. She grew up and attended school in Grand Forks.

She married the love of her life, Donald Ysen...

Truman A. Vigen

Truman A. Vigen

Jun 20, 2019

Truman Ardell Vigen, 84, Grand Forks, ND and formerly of East Grand Forks, MN, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Valley 4000, Prairieview Neighborhood surrounded by his family.

 Truman was born January 8, 1935 at Bygland, MN, the son for Arne and Amelia (Torgerson) Vigen. He was baptized and confirmed at Bygland Lutheran Church and graduated from 8th grade...

Darwin "Jug" Dean Dalen

Darwin "Jug" Dean Dalen

Jun 19, 2019

Darwin “Jug” Dean Dalen, 67, of Grand Forks, ND, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.

Darwin was born November 15, 1951, to Alvin & Erma (Leverson) Dalen in Grand Forks, ND. He was raised in Gilby, ND, and attended school in Midway.

Over the years Darwin worked for Valley Motors as a body...

David R. Middleton

David R. Middleton

Jun 17, 2019

David R. Middleton passed away June 17, 2019 after a brief illness with his wife of 55 years holding his hand.

David was born February 3rd, 1935 in Grand Forks and raised in Manvel. He graduated from Manvel High School and enlisted in the U. S. Army serving two years in Europe. After military service, David attended Wahpeton School of...

Dawn Sersland

Dawn Sersland

Jun 14, 2019

Dawn A. Sersland, 56, Grand Forks and formerly of Mekinock, ND, died Friday, June 14, 2019 in her home.

 Dawn was born March 23, 1963 in Grand Forks, the daughter of Jerry and Carol (Miller) Sersland. Her mother Carol passed away when she was four years old and her Grandmother Gladys Useldinger raised her. Educated in Grand Forks and graduated...

Wayne Anthony Mazurek

Wayne Anthony Mazurek

Jun 14, 2019

WAYNE ANTHONY MAZUREK

 

Wayne A. Mazurek, age 75 of Halstad formerly Grand Forks, died on Friday, June 14, 2019 at the Halstad Living Center. A funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 4:00 P.M. at the Amundson Funeral Home in Grand Forks. Burial will be held at Calvary North Cemetery also in Grand Forks. Visitation...