Shirley Cyr
Feb 2, 2026
Shirley Cyr, 94, of Oklee, MN passed away peacefully on Monday, February 2, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Oklee, MN with Father Bryan Kujawa presiding. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service....
Phyllis Linder
Feb 1, 2026
Phyllis Linder, of rural Plummer passed away at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND on Sunday, February 1, 2026 with her loving family by her side.
Funeral Service to celebrate Phyllis life will be 10:00 AM on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Salem Lutheran Church, rural Oklee, MN with Lindi Christianson officiating. Burial will follow at Salem Lutheran Cemetery, Oklee, MN.
Visitation...
Rocky Jesperson
Jan 30, 2026
Rocky Jesperson of Plummer, MN passed away and went into his father’s loving arms on January 30, 2026. He was surrounded by close family and friends as he left this world.
Rocky was born June 2, 1953, to Hazel and Chet Jesperson.
He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Stoney and Steve Jesperson (Duane and Gladis Kush) Tim, Julie, Lisa, Hedi,...
John Donald Bjorsness
Jan 30, 2026
John Donald Bjorsness, age 80, of Newfolden, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at North Valley Hospital in Warren, MN.
John was born on October 8, 1945, in Marshall County, Minnesota, to Edwin and Pearl Mary (Conklin) Bjorsness. He grew up in Newfolden alongside his brother, Larry, and graduated in 1964 from Newfolden High School. He later earned...
Carmen Rystad
Jan 30, 2026
Carmen Rystad, 46, passed away peacefully/quietly in her sleep on Friday, January 30, 2026 at her residence near Oklee, MN due to health-related issues.
Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM with a funeral service at 2:00 PM on Saturday February 7, 2026 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN with Eric Mickelson officiating. Burial will be at Salem Cemetery...
Sharon Rose Nelson
Jan 29, 2026
Sharon Rose Nelson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, gracefully departed this world on January 29, 2026, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 12, 1953, Sharon greeted life with an open heart and a resilient spirit, inspiring those around her with her unwavering positivity and determination. She graced the world...
James Nelson
Jan 27, 2026
James R. Nelson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on January 27, 2026, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, surrounded by family.
Memorial service will be at 10:00 AM Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, Johnson Funeral Service, Thief River Falls, MN. Visitation will be one hour before the service at Johnson Funeral Services, Thief River Falls,...
Gerald William Sanders
Jan 26, 2026
Gerald William Sanders, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 26, 2026, at the Sanford Hospital in his hometown of Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Born on February 4, 1935, Gerald was a lifelong resident of Thief River Falls, where he dedicated his life to various pursuits that highlighted his passion for the outdoors and community engagement.
Gerald attended...
Larry Johnson
Jan 20, 2026
Larry Douglas Johnson of Thief River Falls, MN passed away on January 20, 2026, at the Thief River Care Center at the age of 86 years.
Larry was born on March 7, 1939 to Lloyd and Emily (Jacobson) Johnson in Thief River Falls. He was baptized and confirmed at Calvary Lutheran Church in St. Hilaire, MN. He attended grade school in...
Janice Carlson
Jan 20, 2026
Janice Laura (Larson) Carlson April 24, 1939 – January 20, 2026
Janice Laura Carlson, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 86. Born on April 24, 1939, in Winger, Minnesota, Janice was the cherished daughter of Edwin and Laura Larson. She grew up in Winger with her brother Lyle and carried the memory of her two...
Michael "Mike" Misson
Jan 20, 2026
Michael "Mike" Misson, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence in Plummer, MN on January 20, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on August 13, 1949, in Crookston, MN, Mike proudly served in the United States Army from 1969 until 1970, attaining the rank of sergeant during his service in Vietnam. In recognition...
Michael "Mike" Lindholm
Jan 20, 2026
Michael "Mike" Lindholm, a cherished member of the Thief River Falls community, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 in his hometown, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 29, 1966, in Grand Forks, ND, Mike was the son of Dean and Lucille (Koukol) Lindholm. The family relocated to Thief River Falls in 1969, where Mike attended Northrup Elementary,...
Marilyn Hudson
Jan 20, 2026
Proverbs 31:25-29 “Bold power and glorious majesty are wrapped around her as she laughs with joy over the latter days. Her teachings are filled with wisdom and kindness as loving instruction pours from her lips. She watches over the ways of her household and meets every need they have. Her sons and daughters arise in one accord to extol her...
Debra Brothers
Jan 16, 2026
Debra Brothers, 66, of Thief River Falls, MN, passed to her rest on Friday, January 16, 2026 at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Open Arms Christian Fellowship, 401 S. St. Paul Avenue, in Thief River Falls, MN, with Pastor Darrel Lindensmith officiating.
Visitation will take place Thursday,...
Clarice Sorteberg
Jan 15, 2026
Clarice Sorteberg of Thief River Falls, MN passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 surrounded by her loving family at the Thief River Care Center in Thief River Falls, MN.
Funeral for Clarice will be held 10:30 AM on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, MN with Reverend Christy Klemz officiating. Burial will be held...
Cheryl Voecks
Jan 14, 2026
Cheryl Lynn Voecks, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at her residence in Thief River Falls, Minnesota on January 14, 2026, with her loving husband, Terry, by her side. She was born on July 26, 1958, in Marshfield, Wisconsin, the daughter of Carroll and Nancy (Mathisen) Buck. Cheryl was baptized on August 31, 1958, marking the beginning of...
Bonnie Kaml
Jan 12, 2026
Bonnie Kaml, known to her friends and family as “Ant B”, a cherished chef, beloved mother, and creative spirit, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Saint Hilaire, Minnesota. Born on August 7, 1963, in Warren, Minnesota, Bonnie touched many lives with her warm hospitality, food, and vibrant personality.
A talented chef, Bonnie had a remarkable career preparing food for several...
Velma Oakland
Jan 12, 2026
Velma Oakland of Red Lake Falls, MN passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 in Pelican Rapids, MN
Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at St. John Lutheran Church in Red Lake Falls, MN with Reverend Jeff Lytle officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held at...
Lola Wiskow
Jan 11, 2026
Lola Mae Wiskow, age 88 of Baxter, MN formerly of Thief River Falls, MN passed away on January 11, 2026 at Essentia Health-St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd, MN
Visitation will begin at 10:00 am with the funeral service to be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, MN with...
Leslie "Les" Hofstad
Jan 8, 2026
Leslie David Hofstad, “Les”, was born at home in Grand Forks, ND on August 15, 1940, to parents Osmund and Marie (Johnson) Hofstad. In 1943 he and his family moved to the family farm north of Oklee, MN where Les attended school, graduating from Oklee High School in 1958. While in high school, Les played football, basketball, and track. He...
