Local Obituaries for Families in Jamestown, North Dakota
Ana Julia Torres Ortegon
Dec 25, 2025
We celebrate the life of Ana Julia Torres Ortegon, who passed peacefully on December 25, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by her loving family. Julia, as she preferred to be called, was born on December 24, 1935, in Suaza, Huila, Colombia, South America, a place that shaped her identity and always remained close to her heart.
Julia and the...
Richard Schultz
Dec 22, 2025
Richard E. Schultz, 83, of Jamestown, ND, formerly of Ypsilanti, ND, passed away at his home Monday, December 22, 2025.
Richard was born May 18, 1942, in Jamestown, the son of Leslie and Elva (Berge) Schultz. He attended school in Ypsilanti until it closed, and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1960. Richard married Sharon Weinrich on July 3, 1961, later...
Douglas Ernie
Nov 29, 2025
Douglas Warren Ernie left this world surrounded by his loving family and the musical stylings of Billy Joel and Neil Diamond on November 29, 2025. During his life, Doug was a steadfast source of joy, humor, and calm. His love of life, learning, science, and family was felt by all of us.
Doug was born on May 14, 1952 in Jamestown,...
Joy Thede
Dec 29, 2025
Joy Thede, 95, died Monday, Dec. 29, at the Eventide Care Center, Moorhead, MN. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, January 29, at 1:30 pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jamestown, ND with visitation one hour prior to the service. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Interment will be held at a later date.
Joy Richelyn Isler...
Joanne Soulis
Dec 31, 2025
Joanne Soulis, 84, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Wednesday morning, December 31, 2025 at Edgewood, Jamestown.
Joanne was born February 22, 1941, in Jamestown, the daughter of Lester and Edna (Kopperud) Wojcik. She was married to Terry Dean Soulis, sportscaster at KXMC-Minot.
Arrangements are pending.
Wilbert Ross
Dec 31, 2025
Christ is Risen. He is risen, Indeed! Alleluia!
God says, “There is a time to be born.” Wilbert A. Ross was born on a small farm northwest of Edgeley, ND, on December 13, 1932, to Karl and Mathilda Ross.
Jesus says, “Go and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of...
Leslie "Les" Lueck
Dec 29, 2025
Leslie "Les" Lueck, 89, Jamestown, ND passed away Monday, December 29, 2025 at SMP Health - Ave Maria. He is survived by his wife Bethyl and two sons Dean and Barry.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Delores Sam
Dec 26, 2025
Delores Sam, 76, of Jamestown, ND, passed away Friday, December 26, 2025 at Eventide – Jamestown.
Delores was born May 8, 1949, in Medina, ND, the daughter of Harry G. and Velda M. (Weckworth) Sam. She attended school at Medina Public School. Delores enjoyed working at various places in Jamestown, including McDonald’s, Burger King, Ponderosa, Wagon Masters, Easter Seals, and the...
Jennifer Kylmanen
Dec 25, 2025
Jennifer Kay Kylmanen (Sabinash), 76, of Jamestown, ND, passed away peacefully with family by her side at Eventide Nursing Home on December 24, 2025. She was born September 17, 1949, in Kensal, ND, to Ray and Joyce (Walker) Sabinash.
Jennifer grew up in Woodworth and graduated from Woodworth school. She worked for many years as a cashier at Leevers Foods in...
Vicki Odland
Dec 24, 2025
Virginia "Vicki" Odland, 80, of Jamestown, ND, passed away peacefully early Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at SMP Health - Ave Maria, Jamestown.
Memorial Service - 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jamestown.
Austin Kelehar
Dec 24, 2025
In loving memory of Austin James Kelehar.
Austin James Kelehar passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025 in Jamestown, ND. Austin was born September 18, 2001 to James Kelehar and Jolene Thomas.
Austin is survived by his mother Jolene; three brothers, Jonathan, Rebel, Hunter; one sister Jessica; along with other family, Sharon, Tom, Debbie, Debra, Norman, Catania, Dakota, Debra Jane, Wyatt, Jay, Aly,...
Richard Hamkens
Dec 22, 2025
Richard Lewis Hamkens was born on January 31, 1939 at a farm near Courteney, ND. He went to Fried Township country school and then graduated from St, John's Academy, Jamestown in 1957. After high school he enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed in Texas, Mississippi, Dickinson, ND, Rapid City, SD and Frobisher Bay, Canada.
After the Air Force, he...
Gerhardt "Gary" Lange
Dec 21, 2025
Gerhardt “Gary” Lange passed away Sunday, December 21st at Essentia Hospital in Fargo. He was born in Jamestown, ND and grew up in the Eldridge/Jamestown area. He went to school in Jamestown and graduated in 1961. After high school he farmed near Eldridge, first with his father and then with his son, Shawn. On February 8, 1964 he married Gayl...
Wade Schemmel
Dec 11, 2025
Reverend Doctor Wade Schemmel, 80, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, Ellendale, North Dakota, on the day of his 80th birthday. Born on December 11, 1945, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Wade dedicated his life to faith, family, and service.
Wade’s journey of faith began early in life at his home church in Wisconsin, where he participated in Sunday School and choir...
Joseph "Joe" Schumacher
Dec 9, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Schumacher, 80, Pettibone, ND passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at SMP Health-Ave Maria, Jamestown, ND.
Joe Schumacher was born September 28, 1945 in Glen Ullin, North Dakota to Frank Sr. and Catherine Schumacher. He attended school at Chase Lake, ND. On December 21, 1966 he married Sonja Flemmer at Pettibone, ND. They made their first home in Wimbledon,...
Christopher Babcock
Dec 7, 2025
Christopher Michael Babcock, 32, Jamestown, ND passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025
Christopher Babcock was born October 13, 1993 in Seattle, WA, son of Richard Babcock and Debbie Kollman.
Christopher brought joy wherever he went. He loved playing cards, singing along to his favorite music, and spending time lost in video games. Always full of fun facts and jokes, he could...
Jeannette Redlin
Dec 3, 2025
Jeannette Redlin, 76, of Jamestown, ND, passed away peacefully on December 3rd with her husband of 54 years, Frank Redlin, by her side, after a life devoted to her family and faith.
Born and raised on a farm near Streeter, ND, Jeannette graduated with honors from North Dakota State University and built a life grounded in faith, compassion, and service. She...
Tyler Fontaine
Nov 29, 2025
Tyler Fontaine, 29, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025 in Jamestown, ND.
Tyler was born on February 10, 1996 to Tina Bischoff and Willard Fontaine.
This bouncing 10 lbs. baby boy was on the move from day 1. He loved to play with his cousins, but most of all hunting and fishing was his passion. Ty loved his animals. He and his...
Carmelita "Carmie" Senger
Nov 26, 2025
Carmelita Senger was born on October 15, 1959 to Wendelin and Elizabeth (Jangula) Senger in Ellendale, N.Dakota. She passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at Prince of Peace in Ellendale, NDak, at the age of 66. She had been a residence of Prince of Peace for 2 years. She had been receiving HIA Hospice care out of Jamestown N.Dakota....
Gladys Ley
Nov 23, 2025
Gladys Ley, 96, Jamestown, ND passed away Sunday, November 23 2025 at JRMC, Jamestown, ND.
Gladys Sukut was born March 25, 1929 on a farm north of Lehr, ND to Gottlob and Hulda (Radke) Sukut. Gladys attended rural school in Logan County. In 1948 she moved with her parents to a farm near Pingree, ND. Gladys married Gottlieb Ley in October...
