Roger Kjear
Jul 10, 2026
Roger Marvin Kjear, Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away in early July of 2026.
A gathering to celebrate Roger's life will be held at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Roger Marvin Kjear was born on October 7, 1971, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, to Earl and Roylene (Petersen)...
LaVerne Hanson
Oct 3, 2026
LaVerne Hanson, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, at Thief River Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral service for Laverne will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 9, 2026 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Strathcona, MN. Visitation will be held...
Russell "Russ" Landrus
Oct 2, 2026
Russell Landrus was born on October 3, 1959 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and passed away on October 2, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
On December 20, 1989, Russell married the love of his life, Sandy (Sandra) Landrus. Together, they shared many years of love,...
Sal Hoffert
Oct 2, 2026
Salvinus “Sal” Hoffert, of Thief River Falls, MN passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026 under the care of Hospice at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Visitation for Salvinus will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026 starting at 11:00 AM at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls, MN.
Memorial Mass of Christian burial will be held at...
Laurence Forrest Larson
Sep 30, 2026
Laurence Forrest Larson, 82, died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Bethany on 42nd, Fargo, ND.
On January 5, 1944, Laurence was born to Forrest and Ruth (Stenseth) Larson in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Laurence’s family returned to Thief River Falls, MN, where Laurence attended school. He graduated from Lincoln High School, Thief River Falls, MN, in 1962. He went to trade...
Kathleen Ann Senzek
Sep 24, 2026
Kathleen Ann (Ebeltoft) Senzek, 79, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, formerly of Willams, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family.
Kathy was born on January 15, 1947, to Lester and Agnes (Tracy) Ebeltoft. She was raised in Baudette, Minnesota, where she was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic Church and attended Lake of the Woods School.
Kathy married...
Sharlott Olberg
Sep 20, 2026
Sharlott Dawn Olberg, 68, of Holt, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Sharlott was born on June 25, 1958, in Ely, Minnesota, to Theodore Oliver Thompson and Doris Harriet (Johnson) Thompson. She was raised in Babbitt, Minnesota, where she graduated from John F. Kennedy High School with the Class...
Kent Schmitz
Sep 20, 2026
Kent Sylvester Schmitz, 67, of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Kent was born on December 19, 1958, in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, to Sylvester Jacob and Helen Gladys (Weiss) Schmitz. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Joseph's Church and attended St. Joseph's Catholic School before...
James Allen Sagstuen
Sep 18, 2026
James Allen Sagstuen, 61, of rural Newfolden, Minnesota, passed away on September 18, 2026, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
A gathering time for family and friends will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Holt, MN.
The funeral to celebrate James’ life...
Mark Schindler
Sep 18, 2026
Mark Schindler, 67, of Mentor, MN passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, at HIA Heather's House in Fargo.
Mark was born on April 10, 1959, in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, to Eugene and Patricia (Amiot) Schindler. He was raised and educated in Red Lake Falls. He graduated from Climax High School in 1978. Mark developed the strong values of family,...
Christopher Chad Walseth
Sep 16, 2026
Christopher Chad Walseth was born on March 27, 1977, to Lee and Hollie (Baker) Walseth. He passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 49, surrounded by his loved ones.
Chris was a proud father to his daughters, Summer Dawn, Autumn Rayn, and August Lily. He was also a proud grandpa to Carter John and Rylee Rayn, who...
Aurelia Landreville
Sep 14, 2026
Aurelia A. Landreville, 91, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, at Oakland Park Communities, one day after celebrating her 91st birthday.
Aurelia was born on September 13, 1935, in Drayton, North Dakota, to William "Bill" Marciniak and Doris Ione (Rasmussen) Marciniak. She attended school in Bowesmont, North Dakota, and was the oldest of nine children.
Throughout...
Greg Larson
Sep 14, 2026
Greg Alan Larson, 60, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, at Sanford Hospital in Thief River Falls, surrounded by his loving family.
Greg was born on June 20, 1966, to Robert Donald Larson and Adaline Luella (Olson) Larson. He was raised in the Kennedy, Minnesota area, where he attended school. Greg was baptized and confirmed...
Randy Wright
Sep 13, 2026
Randy Wright, 67, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Randy was born on September 19, 1958, in Litchfield, Minnesota, to Valentine Edward and Janice Ardith (Nething) Wright. He was baptized at Saint Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Litchfield. Randy spent part of his childhood in Montana, where he attended Central Heights...
Donald "Don" LaCoursiere
Sep 9, 2026
Donald LaCoursiere, 81, of Oklee, MN passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 9, 2026 at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, MN surrounded by his loving family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Oklee, MN with Father Bob Schreiner officiating. Burial will follow at St. Francis...
Thomas "Tom" Srnsky
Sep 9, 2026
Thomas Roy Srnsky, 72, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
Thomas was born March 12, 1954, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, the son of Louis and Mildred (Bye) Srnsky. He was baptized at Calvary Lutheran Church in St. Hilaire, Minnesota. Thomas attended grade school in St. Hilaire and later Lincoln High School in Thief...
Robert Leader
Sep 7, 2026
Robert “Bob” Leader, beloved resident of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away on September 7th at the age of 72. Bob did not simply live in Thief River Falls—he thrived there, building a life filled with friendship, family, accomplishment, and great joy.
Bob possessed a wonderful enthusiasm for life. He especially loved spending time with his dog, Princess. He also had...
Donovan Majeres
Sep 5, 2026
Donovan Theodore Majeres, of Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, Minnesota, surrounded by his loving family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Red Lake Falls, with Father Bob Schreiner officiating. Burial and Military Honors...
Darcy Miller
Sep 2, 2026
Darcy Lynn Miller, 59, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family at Benedictine Living in Ada, MN.
Darcy was born on November 14, 1966, in Ada, Minnesota, to DeWayne Roger Miller and LaVonne Sandra (Stene) Miller. Darcy was baptized and confirmed at Sundal Lutheran Church in Gary, Minnesota. He...
Betty Lou Caswell
Sep 1, 2026
Betty Lou Caswell, 79, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026, surrounded by her family, following a recent cancer diagnosis. Betty was born on March 22, 1947, to Bennie and Lily (Anderson) Torkelson of Trail, Minnesota.
Betty is survived by her loving husband of nearly 55 years, Joe; daughter Darcie (Jason); grandchildren Elise and Anja; sisters Edith and Margaret;...
