Obituaries

     David Dean Rickford, 66, Jamestown, North Dakota passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center.     David was born on January 11, 1958 in Woodworth, ND to Kermet and Tressie Rickford.       David met Rhonda Tompkins in 1993 and they had one child together, Sharita.  In 1996, he met the love of his life Sandy Ruark in Jamestown, ND.  He has three step children that he loved very deeply,...

Eugene Olafson, 94, of Jamestown, ND, passed away on Wednesday morning, April 17, 2024 at Sanford on Broadway, Fargo, ND.   Arrangements are pending.

     Geraldine “Geri” Guthmiller, 90, Jamestown, North Dakota passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center.      Geraldine was born August 12, 1933 at Lehr, North Dakota, the daughter of Gottlob and Hulda (Radke) Sukut.  She grew up and attended rural school near Lehr and Pingree, North Dakota.  In 1956, Geri moved to Jamestown, North Dakota where she has made her home ever...

     Marcella C. (Auer) Schmidt of Jamestown ND passed away at the age of 88 on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Eventide under the care of Hospice.           Marcy was born in Albany Minnesota on February 24, 1936 to Albert Auer and Victoria (Heitzman) Auer. She was raised with 4 brothers and 7 sisters in Albany MN and later in Carrington ND.      Marcy was united in marriage to Rudolph (Bud) Gaunska. To...

Jessica Lynn Divers, 46, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024 at JRMC, Jamestown. Jessica was born December 7, 1977, in Glendive, MT, the daughter of Carey Sprankle and Teresa “Terrie” Beres.  She was adopted by Tom Divers and travelled with her parents to various military bases, as her mother was enlisted in the US Army.  Jessica gave birth to daughter, Shayne in 2007 and made her home in Jamestown.  She attended Joseph’s Hair school and...

Nels J. Lillejord, age 89 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on April 8, 2024, at SMP Health-Ave Maria in Jamestown, ND. Nels was born to Hans C. and Adeline (Jensen) Lillejord on June 16, 1934, in Minneapolis, MN.  He spent his early years living his summers in Arnaud, Canada, while his parents were farming, and his winters in Minneapolis.  At the age of 13, the family moved to Lanesboro, MN.  After high school, he attended Luther College in Decorah,...

William Deery, 77, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at his home. Bill was born October 15, 1946, in Jamestown, the son of Clifford and Mary (Cichos) Deery.  He was a press operator for many years. He is survived by his daughter, Dennice (James); brother, Chuck (Dee) Deery; sister-in-law, Judy Deery; brother, Clifford Deery; and sister, Annette (Rick) Haugen. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Wayne. Graveside Service – St. Pauline Cemetery,...

     Myron “Bug” Pryor, 99, Jamestown, ND formerly of Pingree, ND passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Eventide Nursing Home, Jamestown, ND.      Myron was born April 20, 1924 in Pipestem Valley Township the son of Ray and Loretta (Clark) Pryor.  He was baptized June 14, 1924 at St. Michael’s Church, Pingree.  He grew up and attended school in the Edmunds area.      In June 0f 1944, Myron was drafted...

Gail A. Bischoff, 88, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Thursday morning, April 4, 2024 at Eventide, Jamestown. Gail was born April 23, 1935, the daughter of Adeline (Swenson) and Palmer Melby.  She grew up in the Hatton and Fargo areas.  Gail graduated from Oak Grove High School and attended Interstate Business College at the University of Toledo, Ohio.  In 1959, she and Gordon Bischoff were married and they lived and farmed at rural Courtenay, ND.  They moved to Jamestown...

     Drexel Dale Young, known to many as Drex, passed away on April 3, 2024, in Jamestown, North Dakota, at the age of 75. He was born on December 3, 1948, in Los Angeles, California. Drex was a talented artist, specializing in scrimshaw, with his works displayed in books, private collections, and at the North Dakota Museum. He also had a passion for Old Western movies, Native American art, and history.      In his career, Drex worked in Quality...

     Leona Mae Krapp, 99, of Buchanan, ND passed away April 2nd, 2024 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center.      Leona was born February 21, 1925 to Chris and Clara Schultheis in rural Round Top Township in Stutsman County, ND.  Leona attended Round Top Country School through 8th grade.  Her mother died at a young age and her father was not healthy which is where Leona learned her self-sufficient and hard-working attitude and...

Leo Kainz was born on June 8, 1945 in Stark County, ND to Jacob and Thresia Kainz.  He grew up on the family farm.  He attended Green River Country School and St Joseph’s Elementary while young and Campus High School as a teenager.  Leo attended NDSCS graduating in 1966 in their Machinist program.  He married Margaret Kraft in Benson County in 1965.  Shortly thereafter, they moved to Cedar Rapids, IA where Leo worked for Collins Radio Company and later for...

On Friday, March 22,2024, Antonia Rae (Pokorny) Pirkl passed away at the age of 78 while in hospice care in Fargo, ND.   Antonia, “Toni” was born March 14, 1946, to Harold and Edna “Peg” Pokorny in Jamestown, ND.  After graduating high school, Toni attended college at Dickinson State where she met her future husband, Larry Pirkl.  Toni and Larry lived in Fargo, ND while Larry finished college and where their first son, Gregory was born.  They...

     It is with joyful sadness that we announce Kathleen Frances Madden rejoined her beloved Lord on Monday, March 18, 2024, at the age of 85. Those blessed with the privilege of knowing Kathleen know how important family was to her. While she kept her circle of family and friends small, those in that close circle were cherished dearly. Her strong Christian faith guided her through many adversities, while helping her remain kind and...

Timothy Rondestvedt, 72, of Spiritwood, ND, passed away at Jamestown Regional Medical Center on March 18, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Tim was born September 14, 1951, in Valley City, ND to Bernard and Virginia (Everson) Rondestvedt.  He attended school in North Central Barnes.  He married Lorna Palm, and they welcomed daughters, Tamara Rondestvedt and Heidi Kingsbury. He later married Patti (Arbuckle) Skjeret, July 17, 1987. Tim began his...

     Irene M. Kramer, 89, West Fargo, North Dakota passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Sanford Fargo Hospice House, Fargo, North Dakota.      Irene Marie Kramer was born on April 17th, 1934, at Kensal the daughter of Ruby and Otto Fredrickson.      She was born and raised and graduated in Kensal. Irene married Kenneth Kramer on April 14th, 1953. And they made their home on a farm near Glenfield, North Dakota for 2 years. They...

Hertha Timm, 83, of Kensal, ND, currently living in Fargo, ND, was granted the gift of eternal life when she passed away on Saturday, March 16 in Flandreau, SD while visiting her daughter. Hertha Lydia Puhlmann was born on June 16, 1940 at Eureka, SD, the first child of Walter and Magdalena (Maier) Puhlmann of Ashley, ND. She was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church, Ashley. The family moved to a farm near Kulm, ND in 1943 where Hertha grew up and was confirmed at Kulm Zion Lutheran Church. In...

Delores “Dusty” Thoreson, 83, Jamestown, ND, passed away Monday late morning, March 11, 2024 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center under hospice care. Dusty was born February 18, 1941, at Ralph, SD, the daughter of Herbert and Rose (Holt) Kvanvig.  She attended school through the 8th grade and earned her GED.  Dusty attended Hub City Bible College, Aberdeen, SD and Valley City State University.  She was united in marriage to Larry Thoreson on November 26, 1977 at...

Gladys J. Laney, age 79, of Elkhorn, NE. passed away on March 10, 2024 at Marquis Place Assisted Living in Elkhorn, NE. Gladys Gunsch was born on July 31, 1944 in Jamestown, North Dakota to the late August and Lydia (Kirschenmann) Gunsch. Gladys worked as an Account Collector for CITI Financial, later worked as a Cashier for Walmart at 168th and Harrison, retiring in 2009. Survivors include daughter, Tracy Marcinski of Fremont, NE.; son, Scott and Christine Helgelien of Mainleus, Germany;...

     Jacqueline (Jackie) Lee Truax, 88, of Jamestown, ND, passed away on Saturday March 9, 2024. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.      Jackie was born on October 15, 1935 to Leon and Opal (Maag) Babcock in Jamestown, ND. She attended Jamestown Public School and graduated in 1953. She married Glenn Truax on June 2, 1957. Jackie was a Secretary at MacKenzie and Jungroth Law Firm, the Buffalo Mall and the ND State Hospital. Jackie enjoyed...

     Donna Mae Nannenga, 91, Jamestown, ND passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024 at SMP Health – St. Raphael, Valley City, ND.      Donna Mae Coombs was born August 29, 1932 in Pickardville, ND to Millard and Josie (Hansen) Coombs.  She attended public schools in Fargo, ND graduating in 1950.  Donna also attended NDSU before transferring to Seattle Pacific College graduating in 1954 with a BA in music education.     ...

Blaine Robert Olson, 67, of rural Cleveland, ND, passed away Tuesday morning, March 5, 2024 at SMP Health – Ave Maria, Jamestown. Blaine was born June 5, 1956, in Duluth, MN, the son of Sever and LaVay Olson.  The family moved to Maddock, ND, then to Pierre, SD, Medina and Cleveland.  Blaine attended school in Cleveland and worked on the Gary Carlson farm.  He also worked as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator for Guthmiller Earthmoving, Cleveland.  Blaine...

     Donna Marie Wetzel 69, of Jamestown, ND went to her heavenly home on Wednesday February 21, 2024, surrounded by her family at home.        Donna was born on September 24, 1954, to Lloyd and Pearl (Heiden) Erickson in Jamestown, ND. She attended Tappen Public School and graduated in 1972.  She married the love of her life, Douglas Wetzel on December 15, 1972.  They made their home in rural Pettibone, ND on the Ted DeKrey...

     Funeral services for Rudolph Mittleider, 98, of Tappen, North Dakota will be held Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Faith Evangelical Church in Crystal Springs, North Dakota.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral.  Burial will be held at Fisher Cemetery in Tappen, North Dakota after the service.      Rudolph passed away peacefully with family near on Wednesday, February 21st at Sanford Hospital, Bismarck, North...

     Shawn Christopher Slaby of Jamestown passed away on February 20, 2024 in Fargo, ND, surrounded by his family, after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer one week earlier.      Shawn was born in Breckenridge, MN on September 17, 1956 to Lloyd and Betty Ann (Tennefos) Slaby. He grew up alongside older brother Danny and younger sister Mary in Milnor, ND. He graduated from Milnor High School in 1974 before attending Valley City State University...

     Dorothy L. Somsen, 93, passed away at Eventide Jamestown under the care of Hospice of Red River Valley February 19, 2024. She was born September 4, 1930 the daughter of Theodore and Mae (Quibell) in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada. Dorothy was raised on the Johnson farm homestead and educated there.  She took great pride in her Canadian Citizenship.      Dorothy married Franklin Somsen October 10, 1953, in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. They...

     Clifford D. Goodrich, 90, LaMoure, North Dakota passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024 at his home.      Clifford D. Goodrich was born July 26, 1933 at Monango, North Dakota the son of John and Ruth Goodrich.  Clifford grew up at Monango and attended school in Monango graduating in 1951.  He enlisted in the US Navy in 1951 and served until 1974 with 23 years of service.      Clifford married Louise Genga at...

Laurel “Laurie” Jeanette Mosolf, 72, Jamestown ND, was called to Heaven on February 18, 2024 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND.  Laurel Anderson was born June 20, 1951 to Gilmer and Alice Anderson.  Laurie was raised on a farm near Mott, ND and graduated from Mott High School.  In 1977, Laurie married the love of her life Myron “Butch” Mosolf.  The two created a family with her two daughters, Wendy and Michelle then adding children of their own...

Mass of Christian Burial for George Gray, 89, of Onalaska, WI, formerly of Jamestown, ND, will be held Monday, February 26th at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Basilica, Jamestown, ND.  Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the funeral.  Burial will be held at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery in Mandan, ND at 3:00 p.m. (Where George helped build the chapel and prepare the grounds.) George passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 17th, 2024 at...

Dolores Mary Rose Koller, 92, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024, at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington, ND. Dolores was born on January 27, 1932, the second child of John and Gertrude (Wetzstein) Koller.  She grew up south of Glen Ullin where she attended country school, and later school in town.  She graduated from Glen Ullin High School in 1949. She attended Dickinson State Teacher’s College, the University of Colorado at Boulder, and received a Master of Arts degree...

     Corey Louis Neys, 47, passed away unexpectedly on February 9th, 2024, at his home in Buchanan, ND.  Corey was born September 29, 1976, at Jamestown Hospital to Gary and Donna Neys.  Corey graduated from Pingree-Buchanan High School in 1995 and then attended NDSCS in Wahpeton, ND.  Corey married Holly (Burchill) Neys on July 16, 2011.  Together they had 3 children, Hayden, Nolan, and Karlie.  He also welcomed a stepson, Carter, and loved him...

     Alan “Al” Rick, 76, Jamestown, ND, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2023 at Ave Maria under the care of Hospice after a 2 ½ year battle with cancer.      Alan was born October 8, 1947 to Delbert and LaRayne (Michel) Rick in Jamestown.  He grew up on a farm south of Jamestown and was still living there at the time of his death.      He graduated from Jamestown High School in 1965.  After...

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    Harriet J. Eddy, 94, daughter of Harry and Margry (Holm) Knott, was born in Carrington, ND, on July 20, 1929, and died on February 5, 2024.  Harriet graduated from Carrington High School in 1947, Jamestown College in 1951, and went on to teach at Edgeley High School.      Harriet married Porter C. Eddy on August 8, 1952.  She made homemaking and raising their 3 children her priority. Music was important to her, and she was very involved in...

James “Jim” Hamm was born on December 9, 1937, in Jamestown, ND, to proud parents, Theodore and Doris (Henning) Hamm. His childhood was filled with many memories made in and around the Jamestown community. The beginning of Jim’s schooling was established at St. John’s Academy, which he attended from kindergarten to high school graduation in 1955. He saw fit to continue his education at Jamestown College (UJ) and North Dakota State University, graduating with a...

Jack L. Bethke, 94, of Jamestown, ND, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2024 at Eventide in Jamestown, North Dakota. Jack Louis Bethke was born on February 17, 1929, in Edgeley, North Dakota, the first of four children to Arthur W. Bethke and Edna (McCormick) Bethke.   He was raised on the family farm east of Edgeley and graduated from Edgeley High School in 1948. He enlisted in the U.S. Army from March 1951 to 1953 and then transferred to the Army Reserves till July 1956. He was...

Shirley Mae (Chappell) Young, 93, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Wishek Living Center in Wishek. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 2, at 11:00, at the United Methodist Church in Edgeley, ND. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Manor St Joseph in Edgeley.      Shirley Mae (Chappell) was born September 29, 1930, in LaMoure to Amanda (Orness) and Earle Chappell of rural Dickey, ND, joining sisters Gwen and Marian. A brother, Wally,...

     Blanche was born November 22, 1925 in Ypsilanti, ND to Michael and Hattie (Vetter) Heffernan.  She passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at SMP Health-Ave Maria, Jamestown, ND.      Blanche attended school in Ypsilanti.  She taught school in rural Ypsilanti for several years.  She was a postal clerk for 20 years and an associate at JC Penny’s for many years.      She married Earl S. Johnson, November...

Gloria Reber, 70, passed away Monday afternoon, January 22, 2024 at SMP Health-Ave Maria, Jamestown. Gloria Dawson was born February 26, 1953, in Minnesota.  She was adopted shortly after birth by Glen and Zelma Wilson.  Gloria used to say, “I know the butterflies, as they float through the air, and to see them reminds me of love, beauty, and freedom it has in God’s hands as he touches nature.”  Gloria loved butterflies and Betty Boop.  She married...

     Grace Ellen Lakefield Vannett, born December 21, 1941, on her family’s farm in Renville County, North Dakota, died peacefully Saturday, January 13, 2024, under the care of Red River Hospice at Eventide on Eighth in Moorhead, MN. Grace joins her husband Alden Vannett, preceding her in death on August 7, 2023. Married on August 12, 1962, Alden and Grace enjoyed 61 years together, living in Minot, ND, Eau Claire WI, and Jamestown, ND. Grace is survived by her...

Aniken Charles David Hartman entered the world on June 12, 2020, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND, to proud parents, Julia (Stroh) and Troy Hartman.  He was born at 22 weeks 2 days gestation, weighing in at 12.7 ounces.  Aniken was baptized into God’s family on June 22, 2020.  Because of his early arrival, his medical team and family had an overwhelming task ahead of them.  From the beginning, Aniken was a fighter!  After 294 days, he was released from the...

Deborah Hurst Wise (Debbie), 62 years old, Jamestown ND, passed away on January 11, 2024 after suffering a pulmonary heart attack.  Debbie was born on April 24, 1961 to parents William Hurst (Bill) and Annette Mae Driskell in Pensacola Florida.  She was one of six children: Michael; late Marvin; Terri-Marie; Sherri; David.  In the year 2008 met Thomas Wise while working together in Tulsa, OK at the Cherokee Casino.  They went on to get married, and currently residing,...

Carol Jean Stahlhut, a woman of faith, family, and friends, passed away on January 10, 2024, at Sanford on Broadway in Fargo, ND after a long and courageous battle with cancer, our Lord felt it was her time to come home. She was born on October 7, 1959, in Jamestown, ND, to Edgar Hornung and Harriet Halverson. Carol grew up in Pettibone, ND, and later graduated from Jamestown High School. Carol married Rollie Stahlhut on July 17th, 1993, and together they made their home in Jamestown. She...

     It is with great sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Richard Ivan Carlson. He passed away on January 9, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Richard was born on June 29th, 1946 to Ivan and Ann (Hinz) Carlson in Jamestown, ND. He was the eldest of the four Carlson children. He attended a one room school in Winfield township and graduated from Jamestown High School.      Richard married Lori Hoy on June 18, 1977. They have...

  Valentine (Val) Welder Jr, 90, of Edgeley, ND passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center in Jamestown, ND.   Val was born April 1, 1933 in Napoleon, ND to Valentine and Clara (Glatt) Welder. The family moved to Edgeley, ND in 1934   He graduated from Edgeley High School in 1951. He was in the National Guard from 1950-1958 and on active duty with the Army in 1951 and 1952.   He attended college at UND Ellendale (State Normal...

Wayne Milton Bjugstad, age 70 of Sheldon, ND died January 8th, 2024 in Valley City, ND.  He was born February 13th, 1953 to Hans and B. Lorine (Strand) Bjugstad in Sheldon, ND. Grew up one of nine children on a farm in the sandhills where he loved the farm life and the outdoors. He also enjoyed working the fields, hunting, and playing basketball, football, and baseball.  He enjoyed telling stories of his accomplishments on the court as a Sheldon Shadow. He also greatly enjoyed the...

     Donovan Moran passed away on January 7, 2024 in Jamestown. His life was a blessing to his family and friends. Born to Robert and Nora Moran on February 7, 1965, Donovan was raised on the Moran family farm and graduated from Pingree High School.  He then farmed on the family farm.      The youngest of six children, Donovan is survived by his mother, Nora, three sisters, Sandy (Duane) Broschat, Robin (Glenn) Dunwoody, Laurel (Patrick) Spaeth,...

     Jerry (Gerald) Charles Huber, 76, of Jamestown ND, passed peacefully into eternity on January 4, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with lung cancer.  A funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Temple Baptist Church, Jamestown, ND.  Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM with a prayer/celebration service at 6:00 PM on Friday, January 12, 2024 Eddy Funeral Home, Jamestown, ND. ...

Alfred Lerew, 95, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the VA Medical Center, Fargo, ND. Alfred was born August 25, 1928, in Jamestown, ND, the son of Samuel and Cecelia (Pesick) Lerew.  He began working at a very young age following his brother, Cecil, in milking cows and helping keep heat on through the winters at Don’s Garden Center, walking the tunnels and carrying coal and ash.  Al worked alongside his father learning the trade of carpentry. ...

Nancy Jean Dahl, loving and devoted spouse, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant died on January 2, 2024.  She is preceded in death by her husbands, Wesley Koll and George Dahl, and father, James Madsen.  She is survived by her mother Angela Madsen, children Joe (Cara), Suzanna, Hans (Katie), Angie, Stephen (Maggie), and Jon (Lisa) and her sisters Mary (Doug) Caskey, Kathy (Scott) King, Jeanne (Bob) Schultz, and sisters-in-law Sharon Englestad and Becky (David) Hunter. ...