Clearbrook - Lorraine Tveitbakk, 92, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls.
    Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Elim Lutheran Brethren Church in Clearbrook, with Reverend Adam Krog officiating. Burial will be held at Elim Church Cemetery near Clearbrook.
    Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at Elim Lutheran Brethren Church.
    Lorraine Mavis Larson was born February 24, 1925 at Clearbrook, daughter of Axel Edward and Ellen (Fellman) Larson. She was baptized May 26, 1925 at Seljord Lutheran Church. She was raised at Clearbrook where she attended Beard Elementary and graduated from Clearbrook High School in 1942.
    On November 6, 1942, Lorraine was united in marriage to Louis Tveitbakk in Crookston. The couple made their home in Clearbrook where they raised their four children.
    In the fall of 1967, Lorraine attended Northland Community College and received her LPN degree in the spring of 1968. Following graduation, she worked at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Clearbrook for many years.
    Lorraine enjoyed quilting, gardening, sewing, singing, traveling and reading. She was a member of the Red Hat Ladies, Mission Friends and a Bible Study Group.
    Lorraine is survived by her children: Larry (Candy) Tveitbakk of Bellevue, NE, Linda (Neil) Nelson of Boring, OR, David (Rosemary) Tveitbakk of South St. Paul, and Darryl (Deborah) Tveitbakk of Thief River Falls; grandchildren: Alan (Denise), Karen (Rick), Dawn (Donnie), Jared, Derek (Jen), Tara (Pat), Peter, Chris (Petra), Nick (Mary), Ben; 12 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren: sister Phyllis Nelson of East Grand Forks, along with several nieces and nephews.
    Lorraine is preceded in death by her husband Louis, granddaughter Christina, parents Axel and Ellen Larson, and brothers Curtis and John Raymond.
    Memorials are suggested to the Elim Lutheran Church or the Clearbrook Senior Center.
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Dalton Hofius, 88

    Red Lake Falls - Dalton Hofius (“Hofie”), Red Lake Falls, 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 16, 2017 at his home in Red Lake Falls, surrounded by his loving family.
    Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church, Red Lake Falls, with Tim Denney officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Red Lake Falls.
    Visitation will be held from 5–8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. time of sharing on Friday, October 20, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Red Lake Falls. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church.
    Condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
 

    Cannon Falls - Gordon M. Bjerk, 71, of Cannon Falls, died on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis.
    Memorial services were held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls. Interment will be in Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.
    Gordon Martin Bjerk was born on May 2, 1946 in Fargo, ND, the son of Walter and Mabel (Konickson) Bjerk. He grew up in Moorhead and graduated from high school there in 1964.
    Gordon served his country in the United States Navy from 1966-1972. In 1973, he was united in marriage to Debra Kieffer in White Bear Lake. They lived for a few months in Inver Grove Heights before settling in Cannon Falls.
    Gordon was a machinist for Xcel Energy. Gordon was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking, and going to their cabin up north.
    Survivors include his wife Debra; children Lisa (Jeffrey) Lansink, Barbara Bjerk, and Brian Bjerk; grandchildren Madeline, Carson, and Stella; and a sister Dianne. He was preceded in death by his parents.
    Online condolences are welcome at www.lundbergfuneral.com. Memorials are suggested to the VFW or the American Legion.
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    Thief River Falls - Nova Elaine DeFrang, infant daughter of Nicholas and Kelsy DeFrang, was born on October 12, 2017 and passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017 at Sanford Health in Fargo, ND surrounded by her loving family.
    Private family services will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls, with Rev. John Golv officiating. Interment will be held at Babyland in Greenwood Cemetery, Thief River Falls.
    Nova is survived by her loving parents, Nick and Kelsy (Rude) DeFrang of Thief River Falls; sisters, Kylee and Koral DeFrang; grandparents, Sandee Rude of Thief River Falls, Jim and Candy Rude of Thief River Falls; great-grandmothers, Carole DeFrang of MN and AZ, Arlene Eggers of McIntosh, Helen Rude of Thief River Falls, and Ardie Foster of Thief River Falls; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and relatives.
    Nova is preceded in death by her grandfather, David DeFrang; and great-grandfathers, Douglas DeFrang, Curt Eggers, Rudolph Rude, and Ralph Foster.
    Arrangements with Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls.
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    Dana Point, CA - Roger W. Dorn, 82, born and raised in Thief River Falls, passed away following a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
    Roger served in the army for two years in New York and Germany following high school. He went on to get his B.A. and M.A. in education and taught for two years in Thief River Falls,  then worked as an elementary school principal in the Anoka Hennepin School District for 29 years.
    Roger married Shirley Y. Balvin in 1956 and together they had four children. He retired in 1992 to Dana Point, CA where he resided with his wife until he passed. Throughout retirement, they enjoyed traveling in the United States and abroad, along with spending quality time with family and friends.
    Roger is survived by his wife Shirley, sons: Mark and Michael, daughters: Sandy and Cathy, four granddaughters, one grandson and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father, mother and sister.
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    Thief River Falls - Connie Ferber, 91, of Thief River Falls, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2017 with her family by her side at the Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls.
    Memorial Service to celebrate Connie’s life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at Zion Lutheran Church, Thief River Falls, with Rev. John Golv and Rev. Ale Tulu officiating. Burial will take place at First Lutheran Cemetery, Fergus Falls.  
    Visitation will be held one hour prior to the memorial service at the church on Thursday.
    Connie Rebecca Trosvig was born on the farm outside of Rothsay, on March 27, 1926, the daughter of Helmer and Pearl (Peterson) Trosvig. She was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith in Pelican Rapids.
    Connie attended school in Fergus Falls and graduated from Fergus Falls High School in 1943. Following high school, she worked at Fergus Falls National Bank.
    On June 6, 1943, Connie was united in marriage to Erwin Henry Frederick Ferber in Alexandria. To this union five children were born: Rebecca, Karen, Debra, Carl and Ruth. After Erwin returned from his service in the United States military, they made their home in Fergus Falls before moving to Thief River Falls.
    Connie and Erv were members of Zion Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls and First Lutheran Church in Fergus Falls.
    Connie worked for Union State Bank in Thief River Falls for about seven years and then worked for Farmers Home Administration for the next 27 years, retiring in 1991.   
    After Erv’s retirement in 1982, the couple returned to Fergus Falls. Erwin passed away in 1995 and Connie then returned to Thief River Falls to be closer to her children and many lifetime friends.
    Connie was an active member of the women’s ministries in church. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Business and Professional Women’s organization and served as president for both.  
    In 2010, the National Association of Retired Federal Employees presented Connie with a national award for her distinguished service as a Federal Employee. Connie directed the Senior Citizens Center when it opened in Fergus Falls.
    Connie and Erwin enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and visiting with family and friends. Connie  also enjoyed baking, reading, and writing poetry. Family always came first for Connie; she treasured time spent with them.  
    Survivors include her loving children, Rebecca (Guy) Sternal, University Place, WA, Karen (Gary) Rustin, Mantorville, Debra (Roger) Hoversten, Thief River Falls, and Ruth (Keith) Christensen, Thief River Falls; grandchildren, Philip (Nora), Jeffrey (Jen), Ryan (Sherry), Katie (Randy), David (Laura), Daniel, Brea (Jeff), Ashley (Brian), and Brady; great-grandchildren, Wade, Paige, Jace, Ava, Frankie, Edie, Parker, Kora, Emery, Arley, Tristan and Morgan; brother, Rick (Linda) Trosvig and sister-in-law, Pat Trosvig, Ft. Wayne, IN, and daughter-in-law, Rhonda Ferber of Thief River Falls; and other relatives and friends.
    Connie is preceded in death by her husband, Erwin; son, Carl; granddaughter, Gwendolyn Olson; parents; brothers, Howard and Lloyd.
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    Karlstad - Alan Gehrls, 77 of Karlstad, MN formerly of Thief River Falls, passed away peacefully in his sleep early Monday morning on October 2, 2017 at his residence with his loving wife at his side.
    Memorial service to celebrate Alan’s life was held on Friday, October 6, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls.
    Alan Hugo Gehrls was born May 18, 1940 in Warren, the son of Hugo and Loreen (Otto) Gehrls. He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Radium. Alan attended school in Warren and graduated with the class of 1958.
    In June of 1961, Alan was united in marriage to Joyce Whalen and to this union four children were born: Joni, Lee, Carol, and Paul.
    On June 29, 1970, Alan was united in marriage to Joan and together they had one child, Dustin. They lived in Thief River Falls, Inkster, ND and most recently Karlstad.
    Alan worked at the Chevrolet Garage, Municipal Liquor Store, and Arctic Cat in Thief River Falls. In 1991, Alan and Joan purchased the Inkster Bar and changed the name to AJ’s which they owned and operated for 12 years.  In 2003, the couple retired near Strathcona, where they have continued to reside.
    Alan always had raffle tickets in his pocket to sell… he could sell ice cubes to an Eskimo! He helped numerous organizations. He enjoyed Nascar and all racing, hunting, watching HeeHaw and old movies, playing cards, building bird houses, visiting with people, and enjoyed drinking his Schmidt beer.
    He was a member of the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association, Agassiz Rod and Gun Club, and Jim Beam Bottle Club.
    Alan had a nickname for everybody, enjoyed giving everyone a hard time, and had a quick wit.
    Survivors include his wife, Joan of rural Karlstad; children: Joni (Terry) Brandon, Carol (Bill) Sanner, Paul (Barb) Gehrls all of Thief River Falls, and Dustin (Ronalin Steer) Gehrls of Stephen; 5 grandchildren: Kyle (Hannah), Alicia, Breanna (Kolt), Brandon, and Austin; five step-grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; sister, Darlene Anderson of Warren; four sisters-in-law; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends.
    Alan is preceded in death by his son, Lee; parents; grandparents; Joan’s parents; brothers-in-law, Marlin Anderson, Lloyd Steffen, and Roger Kasprowicz.
    Family condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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    Flint, MI - Goldie R. Jones, 86, of Flint, MI, went to be with her Lord while peacefully sleeping on October 14, 2017.
    A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, October 20, 2017 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 706 W. Flint St., Davison, MI, with Pastor Todd Frusti officiating. Burial will be in Flint Memorial Park Cemetery.
    Visitation will be 2–4 p.m. and 6–8 p.m. Thursday at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 Davison Rd., Davison, MI. There will also be one hour of visitation prior to the service on Friday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Autism Awareness or the Trinity Building Fund.
    Goldie was born in Mavie on September 2, 1931, daughter of the late Charles and Alice (Hruby) Habedank. She married her former husband, Joseph Sheridan on November 28, 1948 and she married current husband, Dennis Jones on May 25, 1974.
    Goldie was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Davison, where she assisted with (MOPS) Mothers of Preschoolers, for many years. She worked as a letter carrier for 26 ½ years. Goldie loved the outdoors, camping and taking long nature walks with her children and grandchildren.
    Goldie is survived by her husband of 43 years, Dennis; former husband, Joseph Sheridan; children, Wayne (Vicky) Sheridan of Colorado Springs, CO, Carol Ferguson (Charles) of Mt. Morris, MI, Wendy (Larry) Bosely of Lecanto, FL, Jason (Cheryl) Sheridan of Vermontville, MI, Jeff (Darlene) Sheridan of Braselton, GA; stepchildren, Ken (Diana) Jones of Flint, MI, Jerry (Yvonne) Jones of Clio, MI; grandchildren, Phillip Sheridan, Mike Bosely, Kara Bosely, Matthew Ferguson, Brian Ferguson, Yulanda Sheridan, Garnet Sheridan, Mandy Conner, Chelsea Reed, Jody Heard, Lisa Young, Adam Jones, Ryan Jones and Eric Jones; numerous great-grandchildren; siblings, Pearl Adamson, Freda Hemmesch, Arvilla Hastad of Thief River Falls, Gary Habedank of Sandstone; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers.
    Please share your thoughts with the family at www.allenfuneralhomeinc.com.
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    Thief River Falls - Kendell Kolden, 73, of Thief River Falls, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017 at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls, with his loving wife, Vickie by his side.
    Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, October 20, 2017 at Nexus Church, Thief River Falls, with Pastor Matty Towse officiating. Burial will follow at the Community Cemetery in St. Hilaire. Military honors will be provided by the Ecklund-Holmstrom American Legion Post #117, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2793 and Minnesota Army National Guard Honor Guard.
    Visitation will be held from 5–7 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church.
    Kendell Kolden was born May 27, 1944 in Thief River Falls, the son of Thorval and Palma (Johnson) Kolden.  He attended school through eighth grade in St. Hilaire, and graduated from Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls in 1962.
    Following high school, Kendell enlisted with the United States Air Force, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam war in Guam, Texas and South Dakota.  Upon his honorable discharge, Kendell returned home to St. Hilaire.  
    On June 6, 1983 Kendell was united in marriage to Vickie Wheeler in Thief River Falls.  
    Kendell worked for Detroiter/Homark for 19 years and retired from Arctic Cat after 14 years as a result of difficulty with mobility due to Multiple Sclerosis.
    Kendell enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors, and visiting with his boys – Scott, Jason, and Ryan.
    Kendell passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord on October 13, 2017.  Kendell put his trust in the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior in 1998. The reality of his profession of faith was displayed in his peaceful, enduring demeanor throughout a long and painful journey with Multiple Sclerosis.
    Kendell is survived by his loving wife, Vickie of St. Hilaire; his sons, Scott (Sara) Kolden of Foley, Jason (Tristy) Kolden of Byron Center, MI, and Ryan (Nachele) Kolden of Thief River Falls; grandchildren, Christopher Kolden, Peter Kolden, Janee Kolden, Elliott Kolden, Isaac Kolden, Elijah Kolden, Noah Kolden, Micah Kolden, Austin Kolden, Alanna Tobon, and Maizie Tobon; brother, Orville (Makai) Kolden of Lake Forest, IL; sisters, Janet (Bill) Doxrude of Stevens Point, WI and Lyla Burnett of Federal Way, WA; many nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and Sheba III and Ellie.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers and sisters, Floyd “Buddy” Kolden, Reuben Kolden, Jim Kolden, Earl Kolden, Roger Kolden, Thelma Toren, Bernice Ruble, Lorna Johnson, Carol Kolden, and infant brother, Richard Kolden; his beloved dogs, Rex, Ole, Cindy, Sheba I, Sheba II, and Foxy – the wonder cat.
    Family condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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    Holt - Jeanette Eva (Grabanski) Reierson, 79 of Holt, died peacefully on October 10, 2017 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, with her family by her side.  May she be united with her family who have gone before her and her Lord in Heaven.
    Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Holt with Rev. Cathie Rhodes officiating.  Burial will follow at the Holt Cemetery.  
    Visitation will be held from 5–8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Friday, October 20, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, and will also be held one hour prior to the funeral on Saturday.
    Jeanette Eva Grabanski was born on December 28, 1937 at the homestead of her maternal grandparents Joseph and Mary (Daucsavage) Kosmatka near Warsaw, ND. She was the oldest of six children of Sylvester and Adeline (Kosmatka) Grabanski.
    Jeanette was baptized and confirmed at St. Stanilaus Catholic Church, and attended the convent school there. During the week, she lived with the other children and nuns at the school. The classes were in Polish, and she did not learn to speak English until she moved with her family to Grand Forks, ND at the age of ten. After spending five years at St. Michael’s Catholic School, her family moved to Holt where she attended Newfolden High School, graduating in 1956.
    Jeanette had fond memories of her childhood. She often spoke about going to her grandparents’ farm and playing with her siblings and cousins. Her grandparents immigrated from Poland, and she was raised with good values and a strong pride in her Polish heritage.
    Jeanette met her future husband, Clifford Reierson, while working at Carrie’s Café in Holt. Their first date was on Jeanette’s sixteenth birthday. Cliff took Jeanette to the Avalon theater where they saw “Old Yeller” and ate at the Dine-A-Mite Drive In. They were married September 29, 1956 at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Holt. They moved to the family farm in Excel Township, Marshall County.  To this union three children were born: Marty, Marcy, and Mark.
    Jeanette’s work history began when she was twelve years old at the Kegs Drive-In near her home in Grand Forks, ND. After high school, she worked at JC Penney in Thief River Falls.
    In 1970, Jeanette became one of the first women bus drivers for Marshall County Central schools and drove bus for over twenty years, in addition to working on the farm and raising a family.  In 1995 she became a District Representative for Aid Association for Lutherans.  
    Jeanette learned to use a computer and took insurance credentialing tests in her fifties. She was instrumental in raising money for families in need. After retirement, she worked at Mickelson Eye Clinic.
    Jeanette was a great cook, and loved to bake. She was known for her doughnuts, cinnamon rolls, homemade bread, wedding cakes, and lefsa. On weekends, she would decorate wedding, graduation and confirmation cakes for people in the community. For over thirty years, she is best known in Marshall County for making thousands of lefsa annually at the Marshall County Fair in Warren, and the Middle River Goose Festival.
    Jeanette and Cliff traveled to many places.  Highlights included a cruise to the Caribbean, a drive to Alaska and trips to Oregon, Washington, Texas, Arizona, and California. Their happiest times were on the farm, entertaining family and friends in their home. The coffee pot was always on and people were welcome to stop by at any time.
    Jeanette had many lifelong friends and enjoyed playing Whist, dancing, reading, movies, walking, and traveling. She and her sister Phyllis walked in many marathons. They traveled to Poland to meet cousins. They toured Austria, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, and Switzerland.
    Jeanette has been an active member of Nazareth Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School, served as Sunday School Superintendent, lay reader, deacon, circle president, quilt guild and chairperson for the annual fall dinner.  
    Jeanette was a volunteer on the Area Food Shelf Board, Happy Holt Homemakers Study Group, driver for Marshall County Social Services, 4-H leader, Holt Cemetery Board, Thrivent Financial Board for Marshall County, and Holt Keenagers.
    Jeanette spent many hours helping at the Thief River Care Center, and in 2013 received the Volunteer of the Year Award. In 2014, Jeanette was honored as Outstanding Senior Citizen representing the Holt Community at the Marshall County Fair. She was a very caring and giving person, willing to help whenever it was needed.
    Jeanette was the first to volunteer for anything and the last to leave when there was work to be done.  
    In 2013, Jeanette was diagnosed with breast cancer and in 2016 developed Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She continued to be active, helping others, and remained strong in her courageous battle with cancer until the time of her passing.
    Survivors include her daughter Marcy (Dr. Craig) Mickelson, Thief River Falls; son Mark (Jody) Reierson, Holt; and daughter-in-law Gloria Reierson, Thief River Falls; five grandchildren: Paul, Amy, Andrea, Brady (Katy), and Adam Reierson; three great-grandchildren: Elena Staite, Addalynn Reierson, and Kyleigh Voit.  Sisters: Phyllis Martin, Shoreview; Rose Eichorn, Andover; brother-in-law: James Martin, Shoreview;  and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
    Jeanette is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Cliff; son, Marty Reierson; infant grandson: Luke Reierson; parents: Sylvester and Adeline Grabanski; brother: Carmen Grabanski; sisters: Sylvia Grabanski and Audrey Rude; niece: Jill Rude; sister-in-law: Maxine Reierson; brothers-in-law: Ernest Rude, Bruce Eichorn, and Vernon Reierson.
    Family condolences may be sent by visiting www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Mark Sletten, 51

    Thief River Falls - Mark Sletten, 51 of Thief River Falls, died on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis.
    A gathering time and lunch for family and friends to celebrate Mark’s life will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Monday, October 23, 2017 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls.
    Arrangements with Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls.

Sandra Bengtson

    Middle River - Sandra Bengtson of Middle River, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls, with her loving family by her side.
    Visitation will be held from 2 – 3 p.m., with a prayer service and sharing at 3 p.m., on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at First Lutheran Church in Middle River.
    Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at First Lutheran Church in Middle River, with Pastor Alex Amiot officiating. Interment will follow at First Lutheran Cemetery in Middle River.  
    Arrangements with Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls.

Sharon L. Glass Bregier, 81

    Thief River Falls - Sharon LaVonne Glass Bregier, 81, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.
    Her immediate family will have a celebration of her life at Lake Athens where she wanted her ashes spread.

Ross G. Nelson, 45

    Wayzata - Ross Nelson, 45, of Wayzata, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, surrounded by his family on October 12, 2017.
    Private interment will be held at Rindal Cemetery in Newfolden.

    Warren - Kay Anderson, 79, of Warren, passed away on Thursday evening, October 19, 2017 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND.
    Celebration of life services were held on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Warren. Interment was held at Greenwood Cemetery in Warren.
    Roberta Kay was born on February 8, 1938 in Hallock to Odd A. and Fidessia (Wilkie) Farbo. She grew up in rural Roseau County, near Caribou, and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1956.
    On September 28, 1957, Kay was united in marriage to Lowell D. Anderson and together they raised a family and farmed in rural Warren, where she would live the remaining 60 years of her life.
    Kay was a long time active member at Our Savior's Lutheran Church serving on church council and teaching Sunday school, and worked in the Mission In Action group. She was an avid quilter with the Our Savior’s and Melo Quilters groups and enjoyed making numerous quilts for mission work and fundraisers. She also worked with a number of charitable organizations that served the local community.
    Kay was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and at one time served as their secretary. She was one of the original members of the DAC Board, and was in the McCrea 4-H club and the Warren Sno-Cat Riders.
    Kay also enjoyed gardening (especially flowers) and spending time with her family and many friends. She also just recently became a 10 Gallon Blood Donor for United Blood Services.
    Kay is survived by her sons, Tracy Anderson of rural Warren, and Spencer (Janet Gladback) Anderson of Lafayette, LA; daughters, Terri (Phillip) Anderson-Webb of Brooklyn Park, and Dayle Anderson-Scherber of Warren; seven grandchildren, Dustin Anderson, Misty (Pete Lageson) Anderson, Sadie Scherber, Damien Scherber, Michael (Melissa) Webb, Kathleen (Joe) Whitters, and Samuel Webb; great-grandchildren, Draven, Braydon, Savannah R., Aria, James, Leah, and Savannah W.; and siblings, Bill Farbo of New York Mills, Richard (Darlene) Farbo of Maplewood, Gaye (Dick) Phillips of Inver Grove Heights, Patty Udelhofen of Perham, Dinah (Dave) Burkel of Park Rapids, and Eileen Farbo of New York Mills.
    In addition to her husband, Lowell, who died on May 5, 2001, Kay was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dessie Parks; and brothers-in-law, Bill Parks and Ray Udelhofen.
    Arrangements are with DuBore Funeral Home in Warren. Online guestbook is available at www.DuBoreFuneralHome.com.
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    Wayzata -  Ross G. Nelson, 45, of Wayzata, passed away suddenly, but peacefully surrounded by his family on October 12, 2017.
    Private interment will be held at Rindal Cemetery, in Newfolden.  
    Ross graduated from The Blake School and Gustavus Adolphus College, and had a successful 22 year career as a senior project manager in commercial construction. Above all, he was a devoted husband and loving father and son.
    An exceptional golfer, hockey player, and all-around athlete, Ross was loved and respected by all. His infectious laughter, quick wit, and huge, loving heart will be missed by all.
    Survived by his loving wife, Lucy; children, Abby Nelson and Marina Healy; mother, Diane Nelson and Judd Broyer; brother, Robert Nelson and Sue Roos; sister, Debbie Haskins; mother-in-law, Diane Robinson; father-in-law, Tom Hunt; brothers-in-law, Lang Hunt and Kerry Hunt; Evan and Avia Slack, who were dear to his heart; god parents, Ray and Jeannie Nelson; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
    Ross was preceded in death by his father, Bob Nelson; grandparents, Signe and Russell Nelson, Lorraine and Ken Ballinger.
    Memorial donations can be directed to The Blake School - Ice Arena Renovation. Please send your donation to The Blake School, 110 Blake Road S, Hopkins 55343 or you may give online at www.blakeschool.org/giving by selecting Excellence Accelerated and then Hopkins Ice Arena.
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    Middle River - Sandra Bengtson of Middle River, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls, with her loving family by her side.
    Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at First Lutheran Church in Middle River.  Interment followed at First Lutheran Cemetery in Middle River.
    Sandra (Searle) Bengtson, the daughter of Wellington Clark Searle and Myrtle Marie (Gullikson) Searle, was born on April 18, 1935 at home in Middle River. She was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Middle River.  Sandra attended school and graduated from Middle River High School in 1953.
    On March 15, 1954, Sandra was united in marriage to Leonard Wallace Bengtson at the house in which they made their home. Over the years, Len and Sandra were inseparable, united in their devotion to each other, the family and the farm. Blessed with a truly deep and abiding love, Sandra continued to feel Len's comfort and support even after he had passed.  They had four children:  Wallace (Pidgy), Monica, Tamra (Tami) and Steven.
    Sandra's greatest enjoyment was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She whole-heartedly embraced the interests, activities and events in their lives. As each child followed their own pursuits, so did Sandra, immersing herself in every competition and recital.  Their teams were HER teams, and she was fiercely loyal to each and every one.
    A committed member of First Lutheran Church in Middle River, Sandra participated in multiple activities: head of Ladies Aid, Sunday School teacher, Bible studies, preparing and serving food.  She was determined that the Church would be a constant, thriving presence in the community.
    In addition to a lifetime of caring for her parents and family, Sandra worked at Middle River School for 22 years. She had a positive and loving impact on each child she came across. She continued to hear from countless children throughout the years, well into their adulthood.  Her relationship with her co-workers established many long-lasting friendships based on admiration and dedication.    
    Sandra is survived by her children, Wallace (Bonnie) Bengtson of Middle River, Monica (Dan) Carlson of Litchfield, Tamra (Jim) Pautzke of Middle River, and Steven (Jackie) Bengtson of Warroad; grandchildren, Alexis (Tim) Dion of Phoenix, AZ, Michael (Jennifer) Bengtson of Brandon, Christopher (Whitney) Bengtson of Middle River, Josh (Brittany) Carlson of Litchfield, Megan (Elliot Randle) Carlson of St. Cloud, Andrew (Hillary) Pautzke of Litchfield, Katelyn Pautzke of Middle River, Benjamin (Amanda) Bengtson of Hermantown, and Jordan Bengtson of Minneapolis; great-grandchildren, Rielly, Addison, and Isaac Day, Lilly and Zach Vick, Keryn Bengtson, Vaeda Bengtson, and Jacie Carlson; nephews, Clark Searle Jr., of Winnipeg, MB, and Robert Searle of Thunder Bay, ON; niece, Val Searle of Winnipeg, MB; brothers-in-law, Lloyd Bengtson of Newfolden, and Vernon (Lois) Bengtson of Newfolden; sister-in-law, Darleen Chapman of Newfolden; cousin/sister, Sally Gentry of Middle River; and numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
    Sandra is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; her parents, W.C. and Myrtle; brother, Clark Searle; nephew, Paul Searle; brothers-in-law, Arnold Bengtson, Ray Chapman, and Norman Ueland; sisters-in-law, Bernice Ueland, Leanna Bengtson, and Maureen Searle.
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    Alto, TX - Sharon Lavonne Glass Bregier, 81, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017, surrounded by her loving family.
    Her immediate family will have a celebration of her life at Lake Athens where she wanted her ashes spread.
    Sharon was born on May 15, 1936 in Crookston to Verner Glass and Elaine Hellum. She lived most of her life in Thief River Falls as a wife and homemaker.
    As we endure these days after Sharon’s passing, we are flooded with the most happy, wonderful childhood memories of a mother who was home every day with her children, never went anywhere without them and loved them with all her heart.
    After her children grew into adulthood and spread their wings, Sharon decided to relocate to Texas to be close to all of them and remain in their lives. There she decided to work part-time at Alto Food Center, B&B Foods, and also for the city elections.
    Sharon enjoyed spending time with her family, loved being a homemaker, cooking and baking. All the fun times spent at the lake were some of the happiest of her life.
    She will be greatly missed by her daughters, Deborah (Jerry) Bregier Watson of Alto, TX, and Heidi (Dennis) Bregier Johnson of Alto, TX; son, Michael (Aleita) Bregier of Paris, TX; grandson, Ryan (Anna) Bregier of Minneapolis; and three great-grandchildren, Sharon’s pride and joy, twin boys, Aaro and Zephryn, and Sloane Rose Bregier.
    Sharon will also be missed by her wonderful friend, Fulvia L. Raby, who had become part of our family.
    Thank you to the Arbors staff for all the love, kindness and care they gave to Sharon during these last five difficult months. Their strength and support got our family through this painful time. Also, thank you to Hospice Plus for all their compassion and loving care.
    Sharon loved this quote: “This is the beginning of a new day. You have been given this day to use as you will. You can waste it or use it for good. What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever, in its place is something that you have left behind... let it be something good.”
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    Thief River Falls - Clark L. Hendrickson “Big Red in the Morning,” 67, of Thief River Falls, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at his residence.
    Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls. Military honors were provided by the Ecklund-Holmstrom American Legion Post #117, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2793 and Minnesota Army National Guard Honor Guard. Burial was held on Tuesday evening at First Lutheran Cemetery in Audubon.
    Clark Lawrence Hendrickson was born on May 7, 1950 in Detroit Lakes, the son of Lawrence and Mildred (Kuhlemeyer) Hendrickson. He was baptized and confirmed at the First Lutheran Church in Audubon.
    Clark attended school in Audubon, graduating with the class of 1968.  Clark then attended the first broadcasting class offered at the AVTI in Thief River Falls, in the fall of 1968.      Clark’s first broadcasting job was at KLIZ in Brainerd in 1970. Clark entered into service with the United States Army in the fall of 1970 and served honorably for two years. He maintained life-long relationships with many of his fellow servicemen.  
    Clark returned to work at KLIZ for one year before coming to work at KTRF in Thief River Falls.  
    On February 16, 1974, Clark was united in marriage to Anita Anderson at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls and to this union two children were born: Jon and Ryan.
    Clark Hendrickson was the self-proclaimed Morning Mayor of Northwest Minnesota, Big Red in the Morning. He was the sign-on announcer on KTRF – AM from the 1970s until he retired in 2007. He was the voice to tens of thousands who grew up within Northwest Minnesota, announcing football games, weather forecasts with precise timing, and outdoor hunting and fishing reports.
    Clark was active in many outdoor activities and organizations and served as Master of Ceremonies at many of them. He was passionate about deer season, fishing, and snowmobiling with family and friends. He was a published outdoor journalist for many outdoor magazines.
    Clark served as cross-country coach, youth hockey coach, substitute teacher and most recently enjoyed working at Digi-Key after retirement until 2014.   
    Friends, family, his Catholic faith, patriotism, and the outdoors were very important to Clark and he always had a strong desire to help others.
    Clark was a faithful member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls.  
    Survivors include his wife, Anita of Duluth; sons, Jon (Sara) Hendrickson of Duluth, and Ryan Hendrickson of Thief River Falls; grandchildren, Samuel and Greta; brothers, Paul Hendrickson of Frazee and Dean Hendrickson of Audubon; and many cousins and friends.
    Clark is preceded in death by his parents.
    Family condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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    Waconia - Clarence W. ‘Bud’ Henke, 77, of Waconia, passed away Thursday October 19, 2017 at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis from complications of heart failure, surrounded by his loved ones.
    Funeral services were held on Monday, October 23, 2017 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia. Interment was held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
    Clarence Warren Henke was born on August 6, 1940 in Fordville, ND. He attended school in Red Lake Falls, graduated from Northwest School of Agriculture in 1959. He served in the United States Army from 1959-1962. After serving overseas in Germany, he then returned home to farm with his family in Red Lake Falls.
    Clarence married Linda McPherson on June 6, 1970, and resided in Red Lake Falls until he retired from St. Hilaire Elevator in 1997. He was an avid Minnesota Twins fan, enjoyed gardening, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and their dog Ginger.
    Clarence is survived by his loving family: wife, Linda Henke, of Waconia; children: Doug (Katy) Henke of Woodbury, Steve (Jessica) Henke of Norwood Young America, SuLynn (Andre) Williams of Sartell, and Tanya (Khoi) Henke-Le of Edina; grandchildren: Jennifer and Paige Henke, Austin Fisher, Destiny and Josiah Henke, Jaron and Isaiah Williams, and Evan and Ella Le; sister, Marilyn (Hank) Wieland of Red Lake Falls; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
    Clarence was preceded in death by his parents Clarence H. and Della Henke; sister-in-law Marilyn Foust; brother-in-law Bill McPherson.
    Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia. www.johnsonfh.com
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    Thief River Falls - Blanche Bakken, 88, of Thief River Falls, formerly of Grygla, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls, with her loving family at her side.
    Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Grygla with Reverend Jeffery Merseth officiating. Burial will be held at St. Olaf Cemetery at Grygla.
    Visitation will be held on  Thursday, October 26 from 5–8 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.
    Blanche Ione Howland was born on September 27, 1929 at her childhood home in Hamre Township, the second daughter of Oliver and Serine (Tanem) Howland. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in rural Grygla.
    Blanche attended grade school at the Hamre, Spruce Grove and Fourtown schools as well as Lincoln High School. She also did cleaning jobs in the Thief River Falls area.
    Blanche met Raymond Bakken, they fell in love and were married on June 6, 1948 at Our Savior’s, after which she moved to Ray’s farm where she resided until moving to the Thief River Care Center in August of 2015. To this union nine children were born: Sandra, Glenyce, Dale, Roxane, Rocky, Timothy, Shelly, Scott and Ryan.
    Blanche enjoyed sewing, embroidering, gardening, quilting, baking and was an excellent cook. She was a life long member of St. Petri Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid, serving in several offices, as well as Lull-A-While Homemakers. Besides raising her family, she was active in the farm work, babysat and did housecleaning for neighbors.
    Blanche is survived by her loving husband Raymond of 69 years and 4 months, children Sandra (Wayne) Warne, Glenyce (Loren) Lusignan, both of Grygla, Roxane (Steve) Sorvig of St. Hilaire, Shelly (Wes) Swanson of Berthoud, CO, Scott Bakken of Grygla and Ryan Bakken of East Grand Forks: sisters Doris Cleven of Grygla, Lynette (Thad) Ashton of Cypress, CA, brother Oral (Barb) Howland of International Falls, and sister-in-law Myrtle Bakken of Redding, CA. also grandchildren Jason (Christy) Warne, Denton (Jamie) Warne, Kelsey (Ben) Hest, Brent (Sara) Lusignan, Karla (Brent) King, Kyle (Basia) Lusignan, Aaron (Kristin) Sorvig, Nate (Lisa) Sorvig, Tyson (Cheyenne Christenson) Sorvig, Keenan Sorvig, Heather (Josh) Britton, Stacy (Steve) Stull, Bethany (Kevin) Ingram, McKenzie, Madison and Maci Bakken, Kaitlyn, Jennica and Baylor Bakken, and 21 great-grandchildren.
    Blanche is preceded in death by her sons Dale Vern, Rocky DelRay, Timothy Dean, grandsons Darren and Travis Warne, parents Oliver and Serine Howland, mother and father-in-law Hazel and Hjalmer Bakken, sister Marian Harris, brother Vernon, brothers-in-law John Harris, Harlan Cleven, Bernard Bakken, and sister-in-law Carol Howland.
    Family condolences may be sent to www.johnsonfuneralservice.com
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Yvonne L. Ode, 78

    Northfield - Yvonne LaMae Ode, 78, of Northfield passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in St. Paul.
    A funeral service was held on Friday, October 27, 2017 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Northfield. Interment will be at a later day at Mickinock Cemetery in Wannaska.
    Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield.

Kay Anderson, 79

    Warren - Roberta Kay Anderson, 79, of Warren passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.
    A Celebration of Life service was held on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Warren. Interment was held at Greenwood Cemetery in Warren.
    Arrangements by DuBore Funeral Home in Warren.

Wayne Hoselton

    Red Lake Falls - Wayne Hoselton of Red Lake Falls passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at his home in Red Lake Falls.
    Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 30, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Red Lake Falls. Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Red Lake Falls.
    Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2017 from 5–8 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Service in Red Lake Falls and also one hour prior to the service on Monday.
 

Nona G. Erickson, 82

    Alexandria - Nona G. Erickson, 82, of Alexandria, formerly of Thief River Falls, died on Saturday, October 28, 2017, at Knute Nelson Hospice.
    A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 3, 2017, at Alexandria Covenant Church in Alexandria.  
    Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m., with a time of sharing at 7 p.m., on Thursday, November 2, 2017, at the Anderson Funeral Home, as well as one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.
    Interment will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls on Friday, November 3, 2017.
    In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to; Bluewater Covenant Bible Camp, Alexandria Covenant Missions or Knute Nelson Hospice.
    Arrangements are with the Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria. www.andersonfuneral.net

Emma Borslien, 85

    Twin Valley - Emma Borslien, 85, of Twin Valley, and a former longtime Crookston resident, passed away at the Twin Valley Living Center early Monday morning, October 30, 2017.
    The funeral service for Emma will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 3, 2017, in Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Crookston with Rev. Steve Bohler, officiating.
    Visitation will be in the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Thursday from 5-7:00 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, and at the church for one hour prior to the funeral.
    A graveside service will be held in the First Evanger Lutheran Cemetery in Fertile, at 1:30 p.m. on Friday.