Thief River Falls - Florence Lykken, 86, of Thief River Falls, died peacefully on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls.
    Funeral services were held on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Zion Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls with burial at the Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls.
    Florence Marion Jarshaw was born on January 14, 1931 in New Solum Township, Marshall County, the daughter of Alfred Toldeus and Tillie Pauline (Langlie) Jarshaw. She was baptized and confirmed at the Rindal Lutheran Church in New Solum Township.  She started at the Busy Bee Country School, then to Holt Elementary and graduated from Newfolden High School in 1949.  
    On May 8, 1953, Florence was united in marriage to Donald D. Myers at Rindal Lutheran Church. They made their home in Thief River Falls, and to this union three daughters were born: Penelope, Pamela and Patricia. Donald died in the line of duty in February of 1962.
    On November 22, 1969, Florence married Donald G. Lykken at Zion Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls. They made their home in Red Lake Falls, on Donald’s farm along with his five children, Thomas, Mary Beth, Daniel, Donn and Ann. She enjoyed many happy years with Donald creating and taking pride in the “North 40” near Middle River.
    In 1972, the family moved back to Thief River Falls where Florence lived the rest of her life.
    Florence worked for over 30 years cooking at the American Legion Post 117 in Thief River Falls along with her sister, Ferne Bruggeman. She retired in 1993.
    She enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening, canning, cleaning, grubbing, playing bingo and in her younger years enjoyed bowling, singing in the Auxiliary Choir and playing cards.  She loved to visit with her family and friends.
    Florence was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, American Legion Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary and the Turtle Club.
    Survivors include children, Penny (Dan Anthony) Myers of Minneapolis, Pam (Dean) Joppru of Thief River Falls, Patty (Chuck) Spicer of Thief River Falls, Tom (Yvonne) Lykken of Fargo, ND, Mary Beth (Fran) Vaudrin of Armour, SD, Dan (Susie) Lykken of Warroad, Ann (Larry) Wold of Armour, SD; grandchildren, Cindy, Randy, Dawn, Dylan, Lindsey, Trevor, Rachel, DeNae, Eric, Priscilla, Adam, Andrew, Alex, Hannah, Gracie; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sisters, Irene Holmstrom and Ferne Bruggeman both of Thief River Falls; sisters-in-law, Kathy Jarshaw, Genevieve Jarshaw, Margie Jarshaw; and many other relatives and friends.
    She is preceded in death by her husbands; parents; son, Little Donn; grandson, Kory Joppru; sister, Pearl (Nels) Boe; brothers, Maynard Jarshaw, Elmer (Delores) Jarshaw, Sam (Malada) Jarshaw, Irvin Jarshaw and James Jarshaw; brothers-in-law, Ray Holmstrom and LeRoy Bruggeman.
    Condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Eagan & Thief River Falls - Mervin Duane Prestebak died Saturday, July 8, 2017.
    A private interment will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.
    Mervin was born in Mizpah on July 16, 1928.  He later moved to Thief River Falls in Smiley Township where he farmed and had a road construction company. Upon retirement, he and his wife moved to Eagan.
    Mervin is survived by his wife of 67 years, JoAnn; daughters, Nancy (Dave) Snoeyenbos, Jill (Ron) Henrickson, Peggy (Jeff) Kline, and Jenny (John) Burwell; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many loving friends and relatives who were dear to his heart.
    Mervin will be greatly missed by family and friends, but his spirited personality, infectious laugh and sense of humor will always be remembered.
    Memorials preferred to Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation.
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Myron Sunram, 40    
    Thief River Falls - Myron Sunram, 40, of Thief River Falls, died suddenly on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls, surrounded by family and friends.
    A gathering time for family and friends was held on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls.  
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
 

Wayne Helgenset, 73    

    McIntosh & Thief River Falls - Wayne Helgenset, 73, of McIntosh Senior Living, formerly of Thief River Falls, passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at Essentia Health Hospital in Fosston.
    Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at McIntosh Senior Living with the Rev. Gordon Syverson officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Erskine.
    Military honors will be provided by the National Guard Honors Team. Arrangements are with the Carlin Funeral Home, serving McIntosh, and messages of condolence may be sent at www.carlinfuneral.com.

Bernice E. Spenst, 95    

    Thief River Falls - Bernice Evangeline (Newton) Spenst, born July 13, 1921, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2017, at the Thief River Falls Care Center.
    Funeral services will be held at the Swiss Mennonite Church in Alsen, ND, on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 11:00 a.m., with visitation being held at the church one hour before the time of services.
    Online guestbook available at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon.com

Gary P. Lofberg, 79    

    Thief River Falls - Gary Lofberg passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls.
    Memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church with Reverend John Golv and Reverend Ale Tulu Officiating. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls following the meal.
    Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
    Condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com

Donna M. Carlson, 79    

    Plymouth & Thief River Falls - Donna M. Carlson, 79, of Plymouth, formerly of Thief River Falls, passed away on July 10, 2017.
    Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 17, 2017 at Washburn McReavy in Edina.
 

Norris Melander, 85
    
    Burnsville & Thief River Falls - Norris Melander, 85, of Burnsville, formerly of Thief River Falls, passed away peacefully at his home from lung cancer surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, July 13, 2017.
    Visitation will be held on Friday, July 21, 2017 at 10 a.m. with a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. A luncheon will follow. All will take place at Church of St. Peter, 1405 Highway 13, Mendota, MN 55150.
    Norris Melander was born on May 29, 1932 to Aaron and Agnes Melander. He grew up on a farm in Hunter, ND. He attended and graduated from the University of North Dakota with a degree in Accounting. He married his high school sweetheart, Marlene Hansen and they continued to live in Grand Forks while he finished his degree.
    Norris had a work ethic second to none. He started out in Thief River Falls working as an accountant.  He was an avid entrepreneur involved in numerous business ventures and prided himself on making a deal with a handshake.
    In 1963 he purchased Home Lumber Company in Thief River Falls, which he later expanded to stores in Stephen, and Grand Forks, ND. Throughout his years in Thief River Falls, Norris continued to either own or become a partner in businesses such as the Best Western, Falls Concrete, and The Junior Shop.  
    Norris later sold the Home Lumber locations in Thief River Falls, Stephen, and Grand Forks and moved to the Twin Cities where he became a partner and later sole owner of HarNed Lumber in Bloomington. A year later he opened Home Lumber Company in South St Paul and merged the two companies as well as opened a location in Delano. He was a former President of the Northwestern Lumber Association.
    Norris was happiest outside working with his family in his yard and tending to his gardens. Norris and Marlene enjoyed spending winters in Ft. Meyers, Florida. He spent the last years of his life living in Burnsville.
    He is survived by son Murray (Carol) and their children Matt and Derek (Jessica); son Mark (DeeDee) and their children Ian (Lindsay), Brock  (fiancé Emily) and McKenzie; and daughter Julie Crippes  (James) and their children Jack, Sarah, Thomas and Daniel; and great-grandchild Decklan Melander (Ian). Also survived by twin bother Morris and younger brother Allan.
    He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Marlene, daughter Shawn, parents Aaron and Agnes, siblings Rosemary, James, Leroy and Dennis.
     In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to a hospice of your choice.
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Bernice E. Spenst, 95
    
    Thief River Falls - Bernice Evangeline (Newton) Spenst, born July 13, 1921, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 10, 2017, at the Thief River Falls Care Center.
    Funeral service were held at the Swiss Mennonite Church in Alsen, ND, on Saturday, July 15, 2017.
    Bernice was born in St. Paul, to Barney and Effie Newton. They moved to Webster, WI, when she was a young child and made a home on the farm. After high school, she moved to the Twin Cities and met and married Roland Spenst. They moved to Alsen, ND, where they lived for many years.
    Bernice raised her family with love and devotion. She enjoyed gardening: vegetables, fruits, and flowers. She was a terrific cook. Bernice made lots of delicious pies for her family and others. She was active in her church, women's clubs, and enjoyed writing many interesting and detailed letters to her family and friends.
    A few years after Roland passed away, Bernice moved to Thief River Falls to be near her son Jim. She made lots of friends and participated in fun activities at the senior living community. She eventually moved to the Thief River Care Center where she spent her last five years. Here she made more friends and enjoyed playing games and bingo.
    She is survived by son, Scott Douglas Spenst (Cheryl Loerzel), Red Lake Falls, grandsons, Erin James Spenst of Titusville, FL, James Dean Loerzel and Riley Scott Spenst of Red Lake Falls, sister, Marilyn Gustafson (Ray) of St. Louis Park, daughter-in-law, Betty Spenst, St. Paul, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Bernice was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Roland Victor Spenst, sons, Daniel Jerome and James Roland Spenst, and sister, Leona Brooke (Harold) of Leesburg, VA.
    Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Thief River Falls Care Center for their kindness and loving care.
    Online guestbook at www.brooksfuneralhomelangdon.com
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Anna J. Vixie, 78
    
    Newfolden - Anna Vixie of Newfolden, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at the Henning Rehab and Health Care in Henning, with her daughter and son-in-law by her side.
    A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 15, 2017, at Evangelical Free Church in Newfolden with Mike Adamek officiating. Burial will be held on Friday, July 28, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Grove Cemetery at Newfolden.
    Anna Jane Tallum was born June 22, 1939 at Newfolden, the daughter of Helmer and Irene (Robison) Tallum. She was raised in Warren, where she attended school and graduated in 1957. Anna worked at the ASCS offices in Warren and Crookston.
    On December 30, 1965 she was united in marriage to Dale O. Vixie at Warren. The couple made their home in Crookston for a time, then Warren, and the Viking area before purchasing the family farm south of Newfolden. Anna worked as bookkeeper at the hardware store in Newfolden until her retirement. She also worked part-time for the Newfolden Co-op Oil as bookkeeper.
    Anna enjoyed gardening and crafts, counted cross stitch was her favorite. She cherished the time spent with neighborhood kids no matter where she lived. She collected thimbles from all over the world and also collected Mary Engelbreit memorabilia. She enjoyed reading, and her favorite author was Dean Koontz. She loved music, especially by Elvis Presley.
    Anna enjoyed traveling to Colstrip, MT to visit her niece and family. She was a member of the Newfolden garden club and served as Election Judge for Newfolden Township.
    On February 14, 2017 Anna was crowned Valentine Queen at the Henning Health Care and Rehabilitation. Anna always loved the time spent with her family and friends.
    Anna is survived by her daughter Crystal (Tim) Juven of Battle Lake; step-grandsons Joshua (Brittney) Juven of Willmar, and Mathew (Sarah) Juven of Kimball; step-great-grandchildren Owen and Daisy; siblings Helen Jackson of Warren, Janice Hestekind of Newfolden, Ruth Vanek of Minto, ND, David (Patty) Tallum of Newfolden, and Doris Flanagan of Thief River Falls; along with Aunts Helen Robison of Shafer, and Myrtle Robison of Fargo, ND; many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews, other extended family.
    She is preceded in death by her husband Dale, son Chris, infant daughter Tracy Anne, parents, brothers-in-law Kenny Jackson, Jerry Hestekind, Ron Vanek, and Paul Flanagan.
    Condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Gary P. Lofberg, 79
    
    Thief River Falls - Gary Lofberg passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls.
    Memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church with Reverend John Golv and Reverend Ale Tulu Officiating. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls following the meal.
    Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
    Gary Paul Lofberg was born on April 18, 1938 at home in Deerwood Township, Kittson County, the son of Nels Arthur Lofberg and Aileen May Hanna (Nelson) Lofberg.
    He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Bethel Lutheran Church, Karlstad.
    Gary attended school through the eighth grade. Following that he was a farmhand for area farmers near Sherack. He married Arlene Claire Vanous on November 18, 1958, moved to Wisconsin and worked at EST Company in Grafton.  To this union four children were born, William, John, Sonna, and Treva.       
    Gary was united in marriage to Mary Ann Didier on December 14, 1968 in Port Washington, WI. To this union three children were born, Quincy, Kim, and Paul.  
    Gary returned to Thief River Falls and worked as a welder at Arctic Enterprises from 1971 until it closed. He was employed in Rugby, ND between jobs until Arctic reopened, retiring in 2001 as a lead person in the welding department. After retirement he worked as a custodian at Walmart and then at Digi-Key Corporation until June, 2012.  
    Gary enjoyed fishing, attending grandchildren’s activities, and traveling. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan. Gary loved working in the outdoors whether it was putting up Christmas lights, gardening, or just working in the garage. He could always strike up a conversation with anyone and enjoyed a good visit with family and friends. Gary loved reading about history, current and sporting events. He became a member of Zion Lutheran Church in 1975.
    Gary is survived by his wife, Mary Ann of Thief River Falls; children: Quincy (Jan) Lofberg, Fargo, ND, Kim (Lee) Genereux, Thief River Falls, Paul (Rhonda) Lofberg, Newfolden, William Marsland, Auburn, WA, John (Patricia) Marsland, Goodyear, AZ, and Sonna Marsland, Louisville, KY; sisters:  Patricia (Edward) Stokke, Woodbridge, VA, and Marlys (Francis) Anderson, Thief River Falls; brothers: Brian (Corrine) Lofberg, and Michael (Michele) Lofberg, both of Fox Lake, WI; sister-in-law Janice Lofberg, Gilby, ND; grandchildren: Kelsie Lofberg, Tyson (Tiffany Stroh), Brittani, and Blair Panek, Tayler (Ben) Thorstad, and Lindsey (Shawn Lerol) Genereux, Paige and Devin Lofberg; four great-granddaughters and many nieces and nephews.
    He was preceded in death by his daughter Treva (Marsland) Superak, parents, three brothers:  Rodney, Duane and Neil; sister-in-law Elaine Lofberg, niece Sandy Lofberg and nephew Darnell Lofberg.
    Condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Larry D. Vigen, 75
    
    Goodridge - Larry Vigen, 75, of Goodridge, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2017 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND due to complications from cancer, with his loving family at his side.
    The funeral service to celebrate Larry’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 21, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church in Goodridge, with Rev. Kristin Ostercamp officiating.  
    Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls. Visitation will also be one hour prior to the funeral service. Burial will follow at the Goodridge Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2793, American Legion Post 117 and Minnesota Army National Guard Honor Guard.
    Larry Dean Vigen was born on April 8, 1942 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Thief River Falls, MN the son of Ervin and Alice (Wold) Vigen. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith at Grygla. Larry graduated from Goodridge High School in 1960.  
    On March 17, 1964, Larry entered into service with the United States Army. He was awarded the Expert Rifle Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and was Honorably Discharged on March 12, 1966.  
    On October 5, 1968, Larry was united in marriage to Mayvonne Adele Anderson at the Grace Lutheran Church in Grygla. They made their home in New Hope, for a short time where Larry worked as a heavy equipment operator. The couple returned to make their home in Goodridge and in 1973, purchased their farm in Moylan Township, Marshall County, where they have continued to reside. This union was blessed with three children, David, Paul and Leah.  
    Larry owned and operated a small grain and hog farm from 1973 until 1997.  Through the years, Larry also worked for John Lovly, Arland Ellingson, and was a Star Route mail carrier. A couple years after selling his farm equipment, Larry reactivated his Operating Engineers Local 49 membership and went on the road running heavy equipment.  After retirement, he took on seasonal farm work driving trucks and tractors for Stoltman Farms, a job which he truly looked forward to every year.
    He enjoyed tinkering and fixing on anything he could get his hands on; Larry was very creative. He liked to make his own special tools and devices, and also enjoyed hunting, fishing and baseball. Larry was a member of the VFW Post, Lions Club where he received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award, American Legion Post, and served on the Goodridge School Board for 16 years.
    Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Mayvonne; children, David (Missy) Vigen, Paul (Kristin) Vigen, and Leah (Dallas) Bothum; grandchildren, Brenden and Kailee Vigen and Nevada Bothum; siblings, Marcia (Russ) Johnson, LeRoy (Madelyn) Vigen, Susan (Gene) Paulson, Patricia (Larry) Grabowska, Howard (Mary) Vigen; brother-in-law, Dalton (Peg) Anderson; sister-in-law, Donna (Curtiss) Quam; and many other relatives and friends.
    He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robbie Vigen in 1964 and mother and father-in-law, Adella and Alton Anderson.
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com

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Jon L. Swenson, 68
    
    Thief River Falls - Jon Swenson passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at the age of 68.
    A funeral service was held on Monday, July 3, 2017 at the Free Lutheran Church in Roseau. Interment was held at Norland Cemetery in Salol. Military honors were conducted by the Roseau Memorial Honor Guard.
    Jon Leslie Swenson was born on April 2, 1949 to John and Bernice (Land) Swenson in Thief River Falls. Jon was raised on a farm near Newfolden. He attended a one room school house in rural Newfolden, and graduated from Newfolden High School.
    Jon was married and divorced. He enlisted into the United States Army where he served three tours in Vietnam, from September 17, 1968 – November 7, 1970. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Air Craft Crewman’s Badge, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal 1st OLC, and Army Commendation Medal 1st OLC.
    On September 11, 1976, Jon married Colleen Jorgensen at the Lutheran Brethren Church of Thief River Falls. Jon worked as a mechanic and snowmobile test driver with Arctic Cat Enterprises of Thief River Falls. He also worked for a time as a mechanic in the oil fields near Watford City, ND, and Marvin Windows and Doors for four years until he started his own business.
    In 1988 Jon started “Jon’s Moving Service” where he moved mobile homes, small buildings and hauled livestock. He later retired and enjoyed spending more time with his family.
    Jon enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, watching high school hockey, and following the Minnesota Vikings, Twins and Wild.
    He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Hans and Josephine (Laumb) Swenson, Bernard and Carda (Hevle) Land; parents, John and Bernice (Land) Swenson; sister, Delores (Swenson) Sellen; nephew, Brent Sellen; two babies before birth.
    Jon is survived by his wife of 40 years, Colleen Jeanette (Jorgensen) Swenson of Windom, (formerly of Salol); daughter, Emmy Jean (Nathan) Wildermuth of Bingham Lake; brothers, Don (Loretta) Swenson of Medford, OR, Jerry (Kathy) Swenson of Roseau; grandchildren, Eva Marie Wildermuth and Daniel Jaeger Wildermuth of Bingham, as well as several nieces and nephews.
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Carol Haugen, 72    
    Oklee - Carol Haugen, 72, of Oklee, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls, with her loving family at her side.
    Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Oklee, with Father Adam Hamness Presiding. Burial will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery in Oklee. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com

Gail D. Ziegler, 70    
    Valley City, ND - Gail D.  (Sailors) Ziegler, 70, of Valley City, ND formerly of Devils Lake, ND passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at home in Valley City, ND.
    Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday July 29, 2017 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Newfolden, with Rev. Cathie Rhodes officiating. Burial will be at Folden Cemetery, rural Newfolden.
    Arrangements with Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls.
 
Eleanor M. Anderson, 95    
    Middle River - Eleanor Marie Anderson, 95, of Middle River, passed away on Tuesday July 18, 2017 at Life Care Manor, Greenbush, with her loving family by her side.
    Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in Middle River with Reverend Mark Matthews officiating. Burial will be held at Spruce Valley Cemetery, rural Middle River following the lunch.
    Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, from 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service at First Lutheran Church in Middle River with Cheryl Carriere officiating, and also one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.
 

St. Paul - Knutson, Shirley Aileen (Ohman), age 95, residing at Lyngblomsten’s in St Paul, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully Tuesday July 18.
    Memorial services were held at Neman Benson Chapel in Saint Paul on Sunday, July 23, 2017.
    Shirley was born in Milaca in 1922, and grew up in Ogilvie and Minneapolis. Shirley met her husband, Clarence, shortly after the war. They married in 1948 and lived a railroad career with the Soo Line moving from Minneapolis to Drake, Bismarck, Thief River Falls, then with three kids, back to the Twin Cities.
    Shirley’s clever mind and dry sense of humor were enjoyed by many. She was a home maker for many years but also worked at McQuay, FHA, and Social Security. Shirley had a sense of adventure and after retirement, traveled to many countries and states, learned how to swim and took up golf. She was also a ruthless card player and enjoyed bridge to her last day - literally.
    She is survived by daughter, Susan; son, Craig (Kathy); daughter-in law, Donna; grandchildren, David, Eric (Megan), Kristian, and Conor; great-granddaughter, Ruthie.         Shirley was preceded in death by parents, Rudolph and Maude Ohman; husband, Clarence; son, Douglas; sisters, Lucille, Mariel, and Harriett.
    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to www.//mygooddays.org
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Fargo, ND - Fr. Llewelyn Joseph Troska, 59, Fargo, ND, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2017, at Sanford Health in Fargo, after a long, hard and valiant fight for life.
    A celebration of the life of Fr. Llewelyn Troska was held at Concordia College Centrum, Moorhead, on Sunday, July 23, 2017.
    Llewelyn was born in Thief River Falls on August 6, 1957, to Harvey and Betty Troska. He was raised in Goodridge and graduated with his class at Goodridge High School in 1976. He attended Crosier Seminary in Onamia, and is a graduate of St. John’s University, St. Cloud,, and was ordained in 1985, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Moorhead.
    Fr. Llewelyn was called to serve at St. Odilia American National Catholic Church, Fargo, in 2009, and continued to minister to its flock until recent days.
    Fr. Lew was also a productive member of the workforce at SK Foods International. He was a proud puppy parent to two lively furry friends, Tootsie and Jackie. Lew loved to grow flowers and grapes, bake, and was known for his beautiful crochet work and his more beautiful voice.  One of his favorites to sing was Amazing Grace.
    A devoted priest to his flock and a counselor, a co-worker, a friend, a brother and a son, Fr. Lew was known and respected by many and touched the hearts and minds of many more during his time on earth.
    He is survived by his siblings, Georgine Troska (Marilyn Terry,) Daniel Troska, Vickie Smisek (Gerald), Patrick Troska, Diana Schulz (James), Richard Troska (Tanya), and James Troska (Jenifer); mother, Betty Troska; many friends and family members; thirteen nieces and nephews; two grand-nephews; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and long-time friend, Randy Reichert.
    He was preceded in death by his father, Harvey Troska.
    Arrangements by Korsmo Funeral Service, Moorhead. Online guestbook: www.korsmofuneralservice.com
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Goodridge - Mayvonne Vigen, 69, of Goodridge,  passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Sanford Palliative Care in Fargo, ND with her loving family at her side.
    The funeral service to celebrate Mayvonne’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 28, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church in Goodridge, with Rev. Kristin Ostercamp officiating.  
    Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls. Visitation will also be one hour prior to the funeral service. Burial will follow at the Goodridge Cemetery.  
    Mayvonne Adele Anderson was born December 28, 1947 in Thief River Falls, the daughter of Alton A. and Adella (Fonnest) Anderson. She was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith.  When Mayvonne was 9 years old her mother passed away, and the family moved and resided in various places.  
    Mayvonne graduated from Goodridge High School with the class of 1965.  Following high school, she worked for Valley Home in Thief River Falls.
    On October 5, 1968, Mayvonne was united in marriage to Larry Vigen at the Grace Lutheran Church in Grygla. They made their home in New Hope, for a short time where Mayvonne worked at a nursing home and at Norwest Bank. The couple returned to make their home in Goodridge and in 1973, and purchased their farm in Moylan Township, Marshall County, where they have continued to reside. This union was blessed with three children, David, Paul and Leah.
    Mayvonne and Larry owned and operated a small grain and hog farm from 1973 until 1997. Through the years, Mayvonne worked at the Goodridge Liquor Store. While working at Goodridge Café, Mayvonne became a Star Route mail carrier in 1986, and she continued that route until 2015.  She was also employed at DigiKey for 18 years where she retired from on December 31, 2015.  Mayvonne worked two jobs throughout her life and her husband, Larry always wanted to find her a third!
    She enjoyed anything to do with family and was content to be at home with her husband, children and grandchildren. Mayvonne liked word finds, solitaire, bingo, knitting, listening to music and watching outdoor theatre shows. She loved when the grandkids came to visit and would cater to their every need.  
    Survivors include her children, David (Missy) Vigen, Paul (Kristin) Vigen, and Leah (Dallas) Bothum; grandchildren, Brenden & Kailee Vigen and Nevada Bothum; brother, Dalton (Peg) Anderson; sister/best friend, Donna (Curtiss) Quam; sisters and brothers-in-law, Marcia (Russ) Johnson, LeRoy (Madelyn) Vigen, Susan (Gene) Paulson, Patricia (Larry) Grabowska, Howard (Mary) Vigen; and many other relatives and friends.
    She is preceded in death by her husband, Larry on July 14, 2017; parents; sister, Adatha; and mother and father-in-law, Ervin and Alice (Wold) Vigen.
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Thief River Falls -  Denise (Wold) Nordhagen of Thief River Falls passed away surrounded by her family on July, 22, 2017 at the Thief River Care Center after a three-year battle with cancer.   
    Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at Zion Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls with Kent Hudson officiating.
    Denise Wold was born on July 29, 1958, the daughter of Ralph and Betty (McEnelly) Wold. She graduated from Lincoln High School and attended college at Moorhead State University. She married the love of her life, Steve (Beaver) Nordhagen in 1985.  They have two beautiful daughters, Anna and Maria.
    Denise was very active in her church and until recently led weekly Bible study in her home. She was always the first to reach out and help someone in need.
    Her most important role in life was being a wife and mother to her two daughters, along with three exchange students who came to know her as "mom."  Denise loved being with her daughters and when they were young, she would sing to them and fix their hair.  
    Their home was always open to those in need of a "family” or friend.
    Denise helped out at their business, Les's Sanitation.  She was very creative in crocheting afghans and other items. She made several beautiful quilts and had a wonderful sense of humor.  
    Denise enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, and music. She loved her pets and they loved her. Denise loved game shows and we often said she should be on them because she always knew the answers.
    Denise is survived by her husband, Steve (Beaver) Nordhagen, and daughters Anna and Maria.  She is also survived by siblings Sheila Duvall, Renae Coddington (Ali Hassan), and Dave (Tracy) Wold, along with in-laws Les (Cindy) Nordhagen, Bruce (Nora) Nordhagen, Rick (Mary) Nordhagen , Shirley (Mike) Cullen, several cousins and many nieces and nephews.
    Denise is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Betty Wold, in-laws, Lester and Dorothy Nordhagen, grandparents, aunts, uncles and brothers-in-law.
    Memorials preferred to Epiphany Station Youth, 403 Main Avenue No., Thief River Falls, MN 56701
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Newfolden - Marcel Douglas, 94 of Newfolden,  died peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
    Funeral service will be at  10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Evangelical Free Church, Newfolden, with Pastor Gary Barrett officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Newfolden.
    Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Friday, July 28, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls.  Visitation will also be one hour prior to the funeral at the church.
    Marcel Joseph Douglas was born March 25, 1923 at home on the family farm near Stephen, the son of Albert and Sarah (Dufault) Douglas. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Stephen Catholic Church, Stephen. Marcel attended country school in Parker Township and high school in Argyle, for one year. He then went to work on the family farm.
    On February 16, 1942 Marcel was united in marriage to Margaret “Margie” Verbout at St. Stephen Catholic Church, Stephen.  They made their home on the Douglas family farm near Stephen. To this union five children were born: Gary, Sandra, Michael, Karen and Jon. They eventually took over the farm and during that time, Marcel also worked at the Ford Garage in Stephen as a mechanic.
    For several winters, Marcel went to work at Franz Manufacturing and later Northwestern Steel & Wire, both in Sterling, IL.
    In 1960 Marcel purchased the John Deere Implement dealership in Stephen, which he owned and operated until 1967. Marcel then went to work as a welder at Arctic Cat where he spent the next 14 years. Margie died in an automobile accident in 1975.
    While working at Arctic Cat, Marcel met Gertrude Wilcox and the couple married on March 11, 1977 at the Evangelical Free Church, Newfolden. To this union, David, Peggy, Patty, Jamie, Julie and Tami became his children also.  They made their home in Newfolden. In 1980, Marcel went to work at Newfolden Co-op Oil and retired as manager after serving for 20 years.
    He enjoyed riding motorcycle, fishing, and spending time at his cabin at Springsteel at Lake of the Woods. He and Margie also enjoyed traveling together.  Over the years, Marcel and Gertrude enjoyed trips to Alaska, California and Texas to visit family. He was a member of Evangelical Free Church, Newfolden, where he served as usher. Marcel was proud of the fact he knew so many people and they always remembered him.
    Survivors include children, Gary (Jean) Douglas, New Richmond, WI, Sandra (Dwaine) Rud, Stephen, Michael (Cheri) Douglas, Stephen, Karen Obermann, Anchorage, AK, and Jon Douglas, Anchorage, AK; step-children, Peggy (Vernon) Gunderson, Patty (Jerome) Nelson, Tami Wilcox all of Newfolden, Jamie (Mike) Distel of Viking, and Julie (Corey) Skjerven of Thief River Falls; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; 14 step-grandchildren and 28 step-great-grandchildren; and many friends.
    He is preceded in death by his wife, Margie; his wife, Gertrude; and one grandson, David Rud; step-granddaughter, Kari Gunderson; and one step-son, David Wilcox.
    Special thanks to Marcel’s granddaughter Jill and her husband Jason Edin for all their work and loving care in making Grandpa Marcel comfortable and loved.
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Middle River - Eleanor Marie Anderson, Middle River, age 95 passed away on Tuesday July 18, 2017 at Life Care Manor, Greenbush, with her loving family by her side.
    Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in Middle River with Reverend Mark Matthews officiating. Burial will be held at Spruce Valley Cemetery, rural Middle River following the lunch.
    Visitation will be held  one hour prior to the service.
    Eleanor Marie Anderson was born October 2, 1921 to Gustav and Emma (Beck) Peterson near Kathryn, ND. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith.  
    As a child she lived in Milwaukee, WI and Hastings, ND. Her mother died when she was 12 years old. While her dad found work during the Great Depression, Eleanor stayed with her Uncle George and Aunt Agnes Thoreson near Kathryn, ND.
    On June 28, 1936 Eleanor moved with her dad and sister to Middle River by bus, carrying only a small trunk of their belongings. She finished school and graduated May 30, 1940 from Middle River High School.
    Eleanor married Lloyd Anderson on September 30, 1940 at the First Lutheran parsonage in Middle River. During WWII, she worked for Boeing as a "Rosie the Riveter" in Seattle, WA making $0.62 an hour as an assembler for the Bombbay doors on airplanes.  
    After returning to Middle River, Eleanor worked many years for Milton Lundquist and the Jesme brothers as a clerk and bookkeeper for Gambles. In 1968, she retired. She and Lloyd raised their granddaughter, Jana, when Susan died in 1973.
    Eleanor was a member of First Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School and was active in Ladies Aide and quilting. Eleanor loved to travel, Quebec City and Colorado were her favorite trips. She and Lloyd often traveled to Seattle to visit family, many times accompanied by their granddaughters. She enjoyed cross-stitch and making quilts for family members, reading the daily paper and books, watching Wheel of Fortune.
    Eleanor was an avid sports fan of the Minnesota Twins and UND hockey and spent quiet time watching the birds feed from her window. She would probably say the best invention made was her WebTV so she could email friends and family!
    She is survived by son, Dale (Lois) Anderson of Middle River; granddaughters Jana (Jason) Wagner of Moorhead, MN and Heather (Erick) Field of Fruita, CO; three great-grandchildren, Kolton and Karlie Wagner and Mauren Field. Son-in-law Dean (Bev) Klegstad of Middle River, one sister-in law, Emma Anderson of Middle River. Many nieces, nephews and cousins.
    She is preceded in death by infant daughter Janice, daughter Susan, husband Lloyd, sister Irene Severson and brother-in-law, Elmer.
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Warren - Kim Larson, 56, of Warren, passed away unexpectedly in his home due to health complications, on Friday, July 21, 2017.
    Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 28, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., at DuBore Funeral Home Chapel, Warren.
    Visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Interment is at St. Olaf Cemetery in Donaldson.
    Kim Jay Larson was born on June 17, 1961, in Grafton, ND to Robert and Adeline (Olson) Larson. He grew up in St. John, WA, a suburb of Spokane, before returning to Donaldson, where he attended high school. He was married to Sharri Ann Buchner and the couple had three sons together.
    He will be greatly missed by his sons, Jaden, Jorden, and Jared Larson, all of Warren; daughter, Amber, of Thief River Falls; his former spouse, Sharrie Paulson of Thief River Falls; his siblings, Sharon DeMar, Donna (Tom) Odegard, James Larson, Eric Larson, and Greg (Sheila) Larson; and many nieces and nephews.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Rick and Arlene Larson, and Shelly Swanson; and brother-in-law, Glen DeMar.
    Online Guestbook: www.DuBoreFuneralHome.com
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Larry A. Hagen, 77    
    Gatzke - Larry Ambrose Hagen, 77, life-long Gatzke resident, died peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND with his loving family at his side.
    Arrangements are pending at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls.

Jean Matt, 94    
    Plummer - Jean Matt of Plummer, passed away on July, 24, 2017 at Oakland Park Communities in Thief River Falls, at the age of 94.
    Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Plummer, with Rev. Jonathan Dodson officiating.  Interment will follow at the Finnish Cemetery, Plummer.
    Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Plummer. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to the funeral on Friday at the Church.

Thief River Falls - Sharon Bonaime, 76, of Thief River Falls passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at Sanford Palliative Care in Fargo, ND with her loving family at her side.
    Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 4, 2017 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls, with Father Rick Lambert presiding.  
    Sharon Marlys LaFriniere was born February 1, 1941 in Mahnomen, the daughter of Theodore and Lillian (Enmark) LaFriniere. She was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic faith in Mahnomen. She attended school in Mahnomen where she grew to adulthood.
    In 1958, Sharon was united in marriage to Bernard Buchholz and to this union two children were born, Tamara and Perry. They made their home Thief River Falls and for a short time in Detroit Lakes.  
    In Thief River Falls, Sharon worked for the Nursery School for many years.  
    On October 16, 1980, Sharon was united in marriage to Sydney Bonaime in South Dakota. The couple made their home in Thief River Falls and spent weekends at their cabin at Long Point on Lake Of The Woods.  
    In 1982, she started with the Thief River Falls School District as a cook at Franklin School and later at Challenger Elementary School where she retired from in 2003. She liked cooking and visiting with the children as they came through the line. Sharon also worked at the Fountain Of Jewels during this time.  
    Sharon enjoyed summer and winter fishing, playing bingo, playing cards, and going to the Heritage Center and participating in the activities there, especially aerobics. In past years, she also liked spending time with her flower and vegetable gardens, and in her later years enjoyed telling Syd how to care for her flowers.
    Survivors include loving husband, Syd of Thief River Falls; daughter, Tami (Doug) Copley of Cushing; four grandchildren, Cody (Carrie) Buchholz, Lindsey (J.J. Burris) Copley, Jason (Tara) Copley and Josie Copley; seven great-grandchildren; Kaylee, Brayden, Jazzlyn, Jiles, Presley, Braxton, Broden; sister, Lois Larson of Beaver Bay; and many other relatives and friends.
    She is preceded in death by her son, Perry in 1977; parents; siblings, Muriel Mercil, James LaFriniere, Phyllis Waite, Audrey LaVoy, Joey Simonson, Mike LaFriniere.
    Memorials are suggested to the Heritage Center in Thief River Falls.
    Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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