Local Obituaries for Families in Jamestown, North Dakota

Jan 6, 2026

Dec 24, 2025

Virginia “Vicki” Lynn Odland passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, December 24, 2025, under the care of the wonderful and dedicated staff at SMP Health – Ave Maria in Jamestown, North Dakota.

Vicki was born on February 22, 1945, in Northwood, North Dakota, to Raymond and Blanche Anderson. She was raised in Northwood and graduated from Northwood High School....

Jan 12, 2026

Jay Smith, 62, of Jamestown, ND, passed away early Monday morning, January 12, 2026 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center.

Memorial Service – 2:30 p.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Buffalo City Church, Jamestown, with Pastor Caleb Drahosh officiating. A luncheon will follow the service at the Bunker.

Jan 12, 2026

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,...

Dec 29, 2025

Joy Thede, 95, died Monday, Dec. 29, at the Eventide Care Center, Moorhead, MN. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, 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...

Jan 8, 2026

Irene Mautz, 94, of Jamestown, ND, formerly of Garrison, ND, passed away Thursday afternoon, January 8, 2026 at SMP Health – Ave Maria, Jamestown.

Private Family Service will take place later in the year at Garrison, ND.

Jan 7, 2026

Cecilia Newton, 94, of Jamestown, ND, passed away peacefully Wednesday afternoon, January 7th, 2026, at SMP Health – Ave Marie.

Cecilia was born on the family farm December 16th, 1931, near Windsor, ND. She was the fourth out of the sixteen children born to Paul and Veronica (Prodzinski) Wanzek of Windsor, ND. She went to country school in Moonlake Township and...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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...

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 25, 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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...