In Our Care
Jordis M. Smith
Nov 24, 2004
Jordis Marilyn Douglas, the daughter of John and Minnie (Blilie) Douglas, was born in Comstock, MN, on February 23, 1928. As a young girl, she moved with her family to Moorhead, MN, where she grew up, received her education and graduated from high school. She was married to Richard "Hank" Smith in Moorhead, where they made their home. In 1950,...
Agnes C. Walker
Nov 22, 2004
Agnes C. Walker, 87, Kelliher, MN, formerly of Moorhead, MN, died Monday, November 22, 2004, in Kelliher Care Center. Agnes Cora Walker was born December 24, 1916, in Kalispell, MT, to Albert and Anna Jones. Agnes was raised and attended country schools at Westhope, ND. Agnes attended nursing school in Bottineau, ND. Agnes was married to Thomas Kyle on December...
Joseph O. Bakken
Nov 21, 2004
Joseph O. Bakken, the son of Christ and Sophia (Hollevoet) Bakken, was born in rural Ulen, MN, on October 1, 1926. Joseph grew up and received his education in the Ulen area. During the Korean Conflict, Joseph served his country in the US Army, stationed in Korea. After his discharge from the Army, Joseph returned to Ulen. In 1954, he...
Hazel V. Slininger
Nov 20, 2004
Hazel V. Slininger, 84, Moorhead, MN, formerly of Dilworth, MN, died Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, at Eventide Lutheran Home, Moorhead, under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley. Hazel Viola Hanson, daughter of John and Olga (Wasfaret) Hanson, was born on February 9, 1920, near Ulen, MN. On June 26, 1940, Hazel married Clyde F. Slininger in Twin...
George L. Gwynn
Nov 15, 2004
George Lyle Gwynn was born in Tomahawk, WI, on November 24, 1921. He died suddenly of a heart attack on November 15, 2004. George grew up in Sabin, MN, and graduated from high school at Moorhead State Teacher's College, Moorhead, MN. He served in the Navy during WWII. On April 17, 1948, George married Pat "Jean" Gasaway in Fargo, ND,...
William D. Brainerd
Nov 13, 2004
William Dale Brainerd was born March 28, 1931, to Arthur and Edith (Horner) Brainerd, in Hope, ND. At a young age, the family moved to Moorhead, MN, where he was raised and attended school. As a young man, Bill worked at various jobs until he began with Red Owl in their Fargo, ND, warehouse. He retired after thirty-eight years as...
Steven G. Walker
Nov 13, 2004
Steven Gregory Walker, 22, Moorhead, MN, died Saturday, November 13, 2004, in MeritCare Hospital, Fargo, ND. Steve was born in Fargo, on February 11, 1982. He graduated from Moorhead High School in 2003. He faced many hardships during his short life, and was able to move into a group home in July 2003, where he was residing at the time...
Arlene Ingberg
Nov 9, 2004
Arlene A. Ingberg, died November 9, 2004, in Bethany Homes, Fargo, at the age of 72. Arlene Alice Peterson, daughter of Henry and Sofie (Benson) Peterson, was born August 27, 1932, in rural Hendrum, MN, where she grew up and received her early education. Arlene graduated from Hendrum High School in 1950. Arlene was united in marriage to Allan C....
Helen G. Hurlburt
Nov 8, 2004
Helen Hurlburt, 84, Moorhead, MN, died Monday, Nov. 8, 2004, in Moorhead. Helen was born in Marinette, WI, to Anton and Dina (Anonsen) Delfs, on March 1, 1920. The family moved to St. Paul, MN, in 1921, where Helen grew up with her two sisters. She attended Mechanic Arts High School and graduated in 1939. During this time, she worked...
Jack E. Jones
Nov 7, 2004
Jack Edward Jones, 71, Fargo, ND, died Sunday, November 7, 2004, in his home. Jack Jones was born July 12, 1933, in St. Paul, MN. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1954. On June 29, 1955, he married Carol Frances Johnson in St. Paul, where they made their home and where Jack worked for Dayton's. In 1973,...
Hosea and Emma Rose
Nov 2, 2004
Hosea Rose, 96, and Emma Rose, 90, Moorhead, MN, died Tuesday, November 2, 2004, in MeritCare Hospital, Fargo, ND, as a result of injuries sustained from a fire in their home. Hosea Curgis Rose was born July 21, 1908, in Bedford, PA, to Espy and Maud (Gillium) Rose. Hosea was raised on the family farm in Bedford County where he...
Caden Mestery
Oct 27, 2004
Caden Allen Mestery, infant son of Stephanie and Brent, was born and died October 27, 2004, at MeritCare Hospital, Fargo, ND. He was a beloved member of our family and a joy to his parents. We were only with him for a short time but could not have loved him more. Now he is in heaven, where he can be...
Rosine Bredow
Oct 27, 2004
Rosine Marie Brandell was born July 6, 1906, in Great Bend, ND, to John and Louise (Hoefs) Brandell. In 1908, the family moved to a farm south of Lidgerwood, ND, and then to Claire City, SD, in 1913, where she attended school. Rosine married Oscar K. Olson in Sisseton, SD, Sept. 26, 1924, and they lived in Claire City as...
Gail M. Cain
Oct 26, 2004
Gail Marie Carney was born July 24, 1945, to Thomas "Bus" and Julia (Skjaret) Carney, in Moorhead, MN. Gail was raised in Moorhead where she attended St. Joseph's Catholic School. She graduated from Moorhead High School in 1963. Following graduation, Gail moved to California where she worked for an insurance agency. She returned to Moorhead in 1967 and worked for...
Eleanor Bergee
Oct 26, 2004
Eleanor J. Bergee, 80, Dilworth, MN, died Tuesday, October 26, 2004, in her home. Eleanor Jeannette Trom was born March 21, 1924, to Selmer and Myrtle (Hellerud) Trom in Hendrum, MN. She was baptized and confirmed in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hendrum, by Rev. J.J. Jacobson. She grew up and received her education at Hendrum Public School, later moving to Halstad,...
John Ohnstad
Oct 22, 2004
John B. Ohnstad, age 80, of New Effington, SD, died Friday, Oct. 22, 2004, at Innovis Health in Fargo, ND, after a brief battle with cancer. John, the son of Bennie and Lucy (Kolosky) Ohnstad, was born in Argusville, ND, on Sept. 21, 1924. He grew up and received his education in the Argusville area. As a young man, he...
Geraldine George
Oct 21, 2004
Geraldine Louise Johnson was born March 22, 1925, in Hartford, WI, to Clarence and Grace (Waters) Johnson. She grew up in Moorhead, MN, where she graduated from high school. After graduation, she attended Interstate Business College, Fargo, ND. On June 19, 1948, Geraldine married Vane George in Moorhead. They lived in Grand Forks, ND, Rochester, NY, and Minneapolis, MN, before...
Alvin Hoff Jr
Oct 13, 2004
Alvin O. Hoff, Jr. was born January 20, 1937, in Moorhead, MN, to Alvin, Sr. and Frieda (Ystebo) Hoff. He grew up in Perley, MN, and graduated from high school in Borup, MN. After graduation, Alvin entered the Air National Guard. On September 12, 1959, Alvin married Elaine Polfuss and they made their home in Glyndon, MN, eventually settling in...
Gerald "Jerry" Kemmer
Oct 7, 2004
Gerald "Jerry" William Kemmer was born December 28, 1958, in Fergus Falls, MN, to Alton and Lorraine (Schieffer) Kemmer. He grew up in Dilworth, MN, where he graduated from high school. After graduation, he worked for various employers in the automotive field. On September 8, 1979, Jerry married Jill Fladgard in Moorhead where they made their home. Jerry worked as...
Daniel Morin
Oct 5, 2004
Daniel Morin was born August 23, 1960, in McAllen, TX, where he grew up attended grade school. Daniel and his family migrated to Moorhead, MN, in 1975, where they settled and have lived since. Daniel will be remembered as a loving and caring father. Family was very important to Daniel. He enjoyed fishing, cook-outs, and family gatherings. Daniel spent his...