Obituaries

Jan 7, 2025

Marian Gorman passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on January 7, 2025 at the age of 92.

Marian was born on September 10, 1932 in Little Sauk Township, Todd County, to Edwin and Martha (Perlinger) Kuefler.

Marian married Donald Gorman on December 2, 1961.

She is survived by her daughter Lynn (Greg) Permann, stepson Terry (Denise) Gorman, sisters: Carole...

Jan 5, 2025

Diana June Marra (Van’t Hul) was born June 30, 1940, in Hull, Iowa to William and Nellie (Vos) Van’t Hul. Diana grew up in Hull, graduating in 1958. After high school, she attended cosmetology school.

In 1959, Diana married the love of her life, Eugene Marra. Together they had one daughter, Leslie. In 1964, Diana and Eugene moved to Northern St....

Jan 4, 2025

Darlene Hanson, 91, of Evansville, formerly of Hoffman, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the Evansville Care Center in Evansville, Minnesota.

Darlene Lorraine Hanson, a dedicated nurse, beloved wife and mother, and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully at the Evansville Care Center on January 4, 2025. Her remarkable 91-year journey began on a farm near Belvidere, Nebraska, where she...

Dec 23, 2024

Bobbie Schmidt, 80, of Fergus Falls, passed away December 23, 2024, at St. Williams' Living Center in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota.  Her memorial service is set for 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Hilltop Celebration Church in Fergus Falls, MN.  There will be a visitation one hour prior.  There will be a private family burial in the spring.  

Bobbie...

Dec 13, 2024

Joseph David Anderson, 44, of Fergus Falls, passed away Friday, December 13, 2024, at his residence.

Joe's memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Grace United Methodist Church in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.  There will be a visitation one hour prior.  Burial will be at a later date.

Joseph was born and raised in Fergus Falls, where...

Dec 20, 2024

Dec 31, 2024

Marlys Klimp, 77 of Ashby died Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at the Ashby Living Center.

Marlys Ann Klimp was born on February 3, 1947, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota the daughter of Philip and Ruth (Johnson) Heald. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith. Marlys attended the Ashby Public School, graduating from the Ashby High School in 1965, and continued...

Dec 25, 2024

Gary Lee Boen, age 66, of Fergus Falls, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at his residence. Born on August 11, 1958 to Elroy Clifford and Joanne Marie (Kiehne) Boen in Fergus Falls, MN, Gary’s life was marked by a deep connection to his roots and a profound love for his family and friends.

Gary grew up on the family...

Dec 19, 2024

Sumnow Flink

Age 80 of Fergus Falls

Birthplace: Bangkok, Thailand

 

Spouse:

Joel Flink

 

Children:

Tony (Darcy) Flink

Phil (Shelly) Flink

JoAnna (Greg) Kjono

 

Grandchildren:

Chris (Fern) Fierstine

Madison Fierstine

Ryan (Courtney) Flink

Aaron (Steffi) Flink

 

Sumnow was a loving mother of three and grandmother to four. A talented cook, she was known for her delicious egg rolls, which became a beloved staple at team banquets and family gatherings. Her greatest joy was her family,...

Dec 13, 2024

Myrtle Esther (Kivley) Larsen died peacefully at LB Broen Home in Fergus Falls on Dec. 13, 2024. She was born in Bellingham, Washington on September 28, 1928, the youngest of 8 children. She attended Prairie Bible Institute in Alberta, Canada for high school and college. 

On June 22, 1951, she married Morris C. Larsen and served with him as a missionary...

Dec 9, 2024

Betty Ann Spanswick, 90, of Ottertail, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord on December 9, 2024. A visitation will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 16, 2024, with a memorial service following at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Ottertail, Minnesota with Pastor Karl Weber officiating the service. 

Betty was born on November 14, 1934, in Doran, Minnesota...

Dec 7, 2024

Allen journeyed to is heavenly home surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 7, 2024.Allen Russell was born to Kenneth and Florence (Bergman) Albertson near Fergus Falls, Minnesota. They later moved to the farm south of Foxhome.Allen married Barbara Jorgenson on July 28, 1957. They had two children Dawn (Lee) Alderin, Center, ND and Dallen (Sue) Albertson of Wall Lake.Allen...

Dec 5, 2024

On Thursday, December 5th the light and rhythm of Cadence’s life was taken from us all too early, but instantly he was living in Jesus’ light singing praises in heaven. He loved Jesus, his family (especially his brother Clayton), church, music, theater, scouting, camping, and computers. Cadence had a large heart for others and wanted to be helpful whenever he...

Dec 1, 2024

Dean Ladwig, a passionate outdoorsman, passed away on December 1, 2024 at the age of 62 at the Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, North Dakota. 

Dean Allen Ladwig was born August 16, 1962, at the Elbow Lake hospital. Dean was the son of Carl and Marie (Bartness) Ladwig. He was raised on the family farm north of Elbow Lake.

Dean was baptized October...

Nov 28, 2024

Charles William Ewan, 87, of Fergus Falls, MN, died on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Lake Region Healthcare in Fergus Falls.

Charles William was born on January 8, 1937, in Fargo, ND, to Charles L. and Mary Ewan, at the home of the midwife, on the corner of 10th St. and 9th Ave. South. He attended Hawthorne Grade School, Agassiz Junior...

Nov 26, 2024

Craig Alan Quinn, 70, of Evansville, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at St. Cloud Hospital. 

Craig was born on October 22, 1954, in Algona, Iowa, to Lester and Pauline (Wydert) Quinn. He was confirmed at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Brandon and attended Evansville Public Schools, graduating from Evansville High School in 1972. Following his graduation, he married Marcia...

Nov 24, 2024

 Caryl Krueger, 83, passed away on November 24, 2024, at Park Gardens Senior Living, Fergus Falls, Minnesota. 

 Caryl Ruth Plant was born on December 16, 1940, in Blackpool England. She was the daughter of Cyril and Ethel (Raggett) Plant. Caryl was educated in the Moston Lane Girls School until the age of 15.

 Caryl was then employed in various positions of advertising...

Nov 23, 2024

Edward V. Johnson, 92, of Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at his residence.  His funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Central Lutheran Church in Pelican Rapids.  There will be a visitation one hour prior to the service.

Edward Vincent Johnson was born February 27, 1932, to Edward and Hilda (Andrud)...

Nov 21, 2024

Gary "Boo" Allen Adams, age 79, of Ashby, Minnesota, passed away on November 21, 2024, in Elbow Lake. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 pm., on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the Glende-Nilson Funeral Home Chapel in Fergus Falls, with a visitation taking place one hour prior to the service.

Born on March 19, 1945, in Walla...

Nov 18, 2024

Raymond (Ray) Emil Guggisberg, 95, died Monday, November 18, 2024 at his home in Perham, MN with family at his side.

Ray was born at home on May 19, 1929, in Willow Lake Township, Redwood County, Minnesota, to Henry and Fredericka (Kruse) Guggisberg. He was baptized into the Lutheran faith on May 30, 1929 and confirmed on June 27, 1943, at...