Shorty Hartman

Rudolph Rynhold “Shorty” Hartman, 87, of Edgeley, ND passed away as a result of an accident on Monday morning, February 16, 2026 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center.

Shorty was born July 29, 1938, at Kulm, ND, the son of Arthur and Adeline (Schrum) Hartman. He was united in marriage to Helen Osborn on October 5, 1958 at Zion Lutheran Church, Edgeley, ND. They made their home there and raised five children. Shorty worked at Harvest States in Edgeley for almost 50 years. He was a member of the US Army National Guard and Zion Lutheran Church.

Shorty is survived by his wife, Helen Hartman; sons, Mark Hartman, Jamestown, Joel (Jessica) Hartman, Buchanan, and Jered (Robin) Hartman, Kulm; daughters, Robin Hartman, Fargo, and Leslie Hartman, Edgeley; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchildren; sister, Janice Templien, Lincoln, NE; brother-in-law, Gene Hanson; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Darlene Jackson-Hanson; and two brothers-in-law.

Funeral Service – 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 27, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church, Edgeley, with Pastor Chris Brademeyer officiating.

Visitation – One hour before the service at the church.

Burial – Mt. Hope Cemetery, Edgeley, followed by a luncheon at the church.