Obituaries

Linda Schindler

Linda Schindler

Jun 21, 2025

Linda Bodell Schindler, 76, of Strandquist, MN, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Linda was born on June 23, 1948, in Warren, Minnesota, to Frence Helmer and Agnes Florence (Hanson) Johnson. She was baptized and confirmed at Bethesda Lutheran Church and attended school in Strandquist.

On May 14, 1967, she...

Roger Lee Solem

Roger Lee Solem

Jun 17, 2025

Roger Lee Solem, 87, of rural Newfolden, MN, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at his farm, just the way he wanted.

We will celebrate his life on Friday, June 27, 2025, 11 am, at Rindal Lutheran Church, rural Viking, MN, with visitation one hour before the service.

On February 11, 1938, Roger was...

David Jon Wallenberg

David Jon Wallenberg

Jun 14, 2025

David Jon Wallenberg, 66, died on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his residence in rural Goodridge, MN.

The service Celebrating the life of David Jon Wallenberg of Goodridge will be held at 2:30 Saturday June 21, 2025 at the Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls.

Family and friends may gather at Johnson Funeral Service...

Jeff Dahl

Jeff Dahl

Jun 14, 2025

Jeffrey Kenneth Dahl, age 70, passed away at his residence in rural Bagley, MN on Saturday, June 14, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1954, in Cavalier, ND, to Kenneth and Clarice Dahl.

Jeffrey's life was a testament to faith, hard work, and dedication. Baptized at Walhalla Lutheran Church and later confirmed at Elim Lutheran Brethren...

Jason Grindeland

Jason Grindeland

Jun 14, 2025

Jason Grindeland, 38 of Red Lake Falls, MN passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his residence in Red Lake Falls, MN.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM with the service to celebrate Jason's life at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 23, 2025 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN.

Jason...

Linda Lou Lavigne

Linda Lou Lavigne

Jun 12, 2025

Linda Lou LaVigne, 80, died on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Oakland Park Nursing Home, Thief River Falls, MN.

She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" LaVigne, Red Lake Falls, MN; children: Shanna (John) Engelstad, Thief River Falls, MN, and Brandt (Nana) LaFave, Indonesia.

Donnie Vraa

Donnie Vraa

Jun 7, 2025

Donald Gene Vraa was born on January 28, 1952, in Thief River Falls, MN, to Herbert and Marion (Erickson) Vraa. He was baptized and confirmed at Ekelund Lutheran Church in rural Goodridge, MN. He attended school in Goodridge and graduated in 1970.

In the fall of 1970, Donnie enlisted with the United States Army, 82nd Airborne Division,...

James Vedbraaten

James Vedbraaten

Jun 3, 2025

James Wayne Vedbraaten passed away peacefully at his home in Avon, Minnesota, on 3 June 2025. He was 78.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, 9 June 2025, at St. Bernard's Church in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, with Father Rick Lambert officiating. Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 PM,...

Cindy Tsukichi

Cindy Tsukichi

May 30, 2025

Cindy (Lucynda) Tsukichi (née Hansen) A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, dedicated community member, and life-giving organ donor

Cindy Tsukichi passed away peacefully at Sanford Medical Center on May 30th in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Born on August 1, 1950, in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, she grew up surrounded by love and pursued her education at St. Francis High...

Delores Keim

Delores Keim

May 30, 2025

Delores Evangeline Keim of Thief River Falls, MN formerly of Lakota, ND passed away at her home in Thief River Falls, MN.

No services are planned.

Delores Miller was born December 12, 1931, near Goodridge, MN daughter of Morris and Signe (Sjulestad) Miller.  She was the eldest of 10, grew up on the family farm....

Annabelle Cuppett

Annabelle Cuppett

May 29, 2025

Annabelle Safira Cuppett, 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Oakland Park Nursing Home in Thief River Falls, MN surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Thief River Falls, MN with Reverend Stephanie White officiating. Burial will be at...

Dennis Klopp

Dennis Klopp

May 29, 2025

Dennis Ernest Klopp, 79, of Newfolden, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, North Dakota, surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 31, 1945, in Warren, Minnesota, he lived a life devoted to his family, his faith, and his passion for farming.

Dennis was baptized and confirmed at Alma Lutheran...

Chad Manning

Chad Manning

May 28, 2025

Chad Eugene Manning, a loving father, devoted husband, cherished son, brother, and faithful friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the age of 53.

Born on December 13, 1971, in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, to Melvin and Shirley (Degroat) Manning, Chad grew up with strong values rooted in faith, family, and community. He loved playing...

Linda King

Linda King

May 25, 2025

Linda King, 71 of Thief River Falls, MN passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at her residence with her loving family by her side.

The service to celebrate Linda's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Westaker Cemetery, rural Newfolden, MN with Pastor Betty Johnson officiating. A luncheon will...

Douglas Cullen

Douglas Cullen

May 24, 2025

Douglas Cullen passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 PM with a 6:30 PM prayer service with Father Rick Lambert officiating at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to the service...

Gerald Schuster

Gerald Schuster

May 23, 2025

Gerald Schuster, 78 of Thief River Falls, MN passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025, at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM with the service to celebrate Gerald's life at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Zion Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, MN with...

Bruce Larson

Bruce Larson

May 22, 2025

Bruce Larson, 57, of Red Lake Falls, MN passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at his residence.

Memorial Mass will be held 11:00 AM Friday, June 6, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Red Lake Falls, MN with Father Bob Schreiner officiating. Burial will be held at Black River Church Cemetery West of Red...

Debra Ann Fournier

Debra Ann Fournier

May 19, 2025

Debra Ann Fournier, of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, passed away on May 19, 2025, in Red Lake Falls. She was 62 years old.

Memorial service will be on 11 AM Saturday, June 7, 2025,at the Evangelical Free Church, Thief River Falls, MN. Military Honors provided by American Legion Post 117, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2793, and...

Shirley Sorvig

Shirley Sorvig

May 19, 2025

Shirley Sorvig, 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19, 2025, surrounded by her six loving children at Oakland Park Communities in Thief River Falls.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 PM with a 6:30 PM prayer service on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN with the service...

Nancy Diane Jensen

Nancy Diane Jensen

May 18, 2025

Nancy Diane Jensen, 68, died on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Sanford Hospital, West Fargo, ND.

On October 12, 1956, Nancy was born to Grant James and Lois Tillie (Russell) Marti in Waukon, Iowa.  She attended school in Waukon, Iowa, graduating in 1975. Nancy attended Calman Vocational Tech, Waukon, Iowa, for nursing.

On October 11,...

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