Hunter Vatthauer
Oct 17, 2026
Hunter Paul Vatthauer, 27, passed away October 17th at his home in Red Lake Falls after a life-long battle with kidney disease. From day one Hunter defied the odds and lived life by his own set of rules. When he was ready to talk for the first time he spoke in sentences. His mind was a steel trap for fun...
Diane Wappula
Oct 17, 2026
Diane Wappula, 72, of Middle River, MN passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Diane Kay (Holden) Wappula was born on April 24, 1954, in San Diego, California, to Anna Marie (Holden) Nelson. As an infant, she moved with her family to Thief River Falls, Minnesota, where she spent much of her childhood....
Darryl Hanson
Oct 13, 2026
Darryl Ray Hanson, age 79, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, Darryl will be remembered for his steady presence, kind heart, and deep devotion to those he loved.
Darryl was born on September 7, 1947, to Myron "Duane"...
Nancy Dahl
Oct 13, 2026
Nancy Elaine Dahl, 79, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 13, at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh, Minnesota, surrounded by her loving family.
Nancy was born on November 29, 1946, in International Falls, Minnesota, to Morris Alton and Jean Lois (Bucholz) Stenberg. Nancy grew up in Prescott, Arizona, and International Falls, before settling in Thief River Falls. Nancy...
Susan Olson
Oct 11, 2026
Susan Mae Olson, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Heather's House in Fargo, surrounded by her loving family. Throughout her life, Susan dedicated herself to serving others through public health nursing, community involvement, and a steadfast commitment to her faith and family. Her compassion, intelligence, and leadership touched countless lives across northwest Minnesota and beyond.
Susan...
Kermit Mason Jr.
Oct 10, 2026
Kermit Alton Mason Jr., 97, of Charleston, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, at Brookdale Charleston Gardens.
Kermit was born on January 7, 1929, in Carpio, North Dakota, to Kermit Alton Mason Sr. and Lyla (Erikson) Mason. He was of Norwegian heritage and grew up in North Dakota, graduating from high school in 1947. Following graduation, he proudly...
Marilyn Wigness
Oct 9, 2026
Marilyn Ellen Wigness, age 90, passed away peacefully at Trillium in Bemidji, MN on Friday, October 9, 2026 with family by her side. Marilyn was born on April 18, 1936 in Grafton, North Dakota to Ellen (Evans) Wralstad and Carl Manvil Wralstad. She grew up on a farm outside of Grafton with her beloved older brother Phillip. Marilyn and Phil...
Alden "Al" Anderson
Oct 7, 2026
Alden “Al” Vernon Anderson passed away at his home on October 7, 2026.
Services are pending.
Al was born on September 6, 1957 in Minot, ND. He was raised by Vergil and Janice (Schwitzer) Aubol along with his 12 siblings.
Al is survived by his mother, Jan Aubol; son, Derek (Tara); stepsons, Joseph (Ashley) Donarski and Thomas (Amanda) Donarski; grandchildren, Easton Anderson, Gwen...
Bianka Richards
Oct 4, 2026
Bianka Helga Richards passed away unexpectedly on October 4, 2026, leaving behind a loving family and friends who will forever cherish her memory.
Bianka was born on February 8, 1972, in Trier, Germany, to Alfred and Danuta (Kurowski) Hermes. She grew up in Binsfeld, Germany, alongside her younger sister, Vanessa. She attended grade school in Binsfeld, Wittlich, and Speicher, where she...
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...
