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Dennis Lamarr Dagen
Dennis Lamarr Dagen of Warroad, MN passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the age of 86. Dennis was born April 29, 1927 to Erwin and Helen Dagen on a farm in Kittson County, MN. He attended a one room country school until high school. He enlisted in the U. S. Navy at age 17 on August 15, 1944. He served in World War II on the USS Curtis and USS Norton Sound in Shanghai, China and in Okinawa in 1945 when the atomic bombs were dropped on Japan. Dennis was baptized by a U. S. Navy Chaplain while on ship. He was honorably discharged on June 19, 1946. He returned to his home town of Karlstad, MN and attended high school. He enlisted in the U. S. Army Air Forces on March 13, 1948 and was attached to the 1503rd Military Air Transport Service. He served in Tokyo, Japan and when he returned home on leave, married Joan May Carlson on April 12, 1949. While stationed in Tokyo, the Korean War began. His assignment included off loading wounded soldiers for transport to the hospital. When not on duty, he boxed and was 1949 heavyweight champion for pacific services. He also coached boxing and basketball teams and enjoyed being a referee. Dennis was assigned to serve in South Korea, Guam, the Philippines, and Thailand and returned to Okinawa for his final years in the Air Force. He was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant on September 1, 1966. During his military service, Dennis received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and National Defense Service Medal with 1 Bronze Star, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal (Japan).
In February 1967, Dennis joined the Roseau County Sheriff’s Department as Deputy in Warroad, MN. Many people in the community can attest that he fairly and efficiently enforced the law. Also, he became an avid golfer and enjoyed his time on the course with his sons and the “Rat Pack”. He retired as Deputy in February 1984.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Dennis Lamarr Dagen of Warroad, MN passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the age of 86. Dennis was born April 29, 1927 to Erwin and Helen Dagen on a farm in Kittson County, MN. He attended a one room country school until high school. He enlisted in the U. S. Navy at age 17 on August 15, 1944. He served in World War II on the USS Curtis and USS Norton Sound in Shanghai, China and in Okinawa in 1945 when the atomic bombs were dropped on Japan. Dennis was baptized by a U. S. Navy Chaplain while on ship. He was honorably discharged on June 19, 1946. He returned to his home town of Karlstad, MN and attended high school. He enlisted in the U. S. Army Air Forces on March 13, 1948 and was attached to the 1503rd Military Air Transport Service. He served in Tokyo, Japan and when he returned home on leave, married Joan May Carlson on April 12, 1949. While stationed in Tokyo, the Korean War began. His assignment included off loading wounded soldiers for transport to the hospital. When not on duty, he boxed and was 1949 heavyweight champion for pacific services. He also coached boxing and basketball teams and enjoyed being a referee. Dennis was assigned to serve in South Korea, Guam, the Philippines, and Thailand and returned to Okinawa for his final years in the Air Force. He was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant on September 1, 1966. During his military service, Dennis received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and National Defense Service Medal with 1 Bronze Star, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal (Japan).
In February 1967, Dennis joined the Roseau County Sheriff’s Department as Deputy in Warroad, MN. Many people in the community can attest that he fairly and efficiently enforced the law. Also, he became an avid golfer and enjoyed his time on the course with his sons and the “Rat Pack”. He retired as Deputy in February 1984.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Arnold Walter Juenke
Arnold Walter Juenke, age 79 of Crystal, ND, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Altru Hospital of Grand Forks.
Arnold was born December 25, 1933 in Grafton, ND to Walter and Meta (Schmidt) Juenke. He grew up and attended schools in the Crystal area where he graduated from high school. He then attended NDSU for a short time before returning home to farm with his father and uncle. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957 until 1959. Following his discharge, he returned home and was united in marriage to Betty Vatnsdal on October 26, 1963 in Grafton. The couple lived and farmed west of Crystal for many years before retiring.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Arnold Walter Juenke, age 79 of Crystal, ND, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Altru Hospital of Grand Forks.
Arnold was born December 25, 1933 in Grafton, ND to Walter and Meta (Schmidt) Juenke. He grew up and attended schools in the Crystal area where he graduated from high school. He then attended NDSU for a short time before returning home to farm with his father and uncle. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957 until 1959. Following his discharge, he returned home and was united in marriage to Betty Vatnsdal on October 26, 1963 in Grafton. The couple lived and farmed west of Crystal for many years before retiring.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Anna M. Loe
Anna M. Loe, 85, of Manvel, ND passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 at her home.
Anna Mae Mangan was born July 4, 1927 at the family farm near Lamoure, ND the daughter of William Edward and Mabel Theresa (Peterson) Mangan. She attended high school in LaMoure and Valley City State College. Anna married Amber Kjell Loe on July 19, 1946 in LaMoure. They lived in Tolna, ND, Michigan, ND, Grand Forks, ND and finally Manvel, ND. She was a American Legion Auxiliary member for 36 consecutive years, a Homemaker member and a 4-H leader for many years. Anna was employed with Century 21 Realty, H &R Block and was a bookkeeper for Farmers Union Oil Company in both Michigan and Grand Forks. She and Amber traveled and spent time with their children and grandchildren scattered across the country. Anna enjoyed bowling, golfing, gardening, hunting, playing Bridge, and Pinochle. Amber preceded her in death on August 27, 2007.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Anna M. Loe, 85, of Manvel, ND passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 at her home.
Anna Mae Mangan was born July 4, 1927 at the family farm near Lamoure, ND the daughter of William Edward and Mabel Theresa (Peterson) Mangan. She attended high school in LaMoure and Valley City State College. Anna married Amber Kjell Loe on July 19, 1946 in LaMoure. They lived in Tolna, ND, Michigan, ND, Grand Forks, ND and finally Manvel, ND. She was a American Legion Auxiliary member for 36 consecutive years, a Homemaker member and a 4-H leader for many years. Anna was employed with Century 21 Realty, H &R Block and was a bookkeeper for Farmers Union Oil Company in both Michigan and Grand Forks. She and Amber traveled and spent time with their children and grandchildren scattered across the country. Anna enjoyed bowling, golfing, gardening, hunting, playing Bridge, and Pinochle. Amber preceded her in death on August 27, 2007.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Leon Trandem
May 20, 2013
FARGO, N.D. - Leon Trandem, 91, Erskine, Minn., died Monday in Sanford Health Palliative Care Unit.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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May 20, 2013
FARGO, N.D. - Leon Trandem, 91, Erskine, Minn., died Monday in Sanford Health Palliative Care Unit.
Tuesday, May, 21, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Victor P. Rogalla
Victor P. Rogalla, age 76 of Voss, ND passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the First Care Health Center of Park River.
Victor Paul Rogalla was born February 3, 1937 in Pulaski Township, the son of the late Peter and Helen (Phzepiora) Rogalla. He graduated from Minto High School. Victor served in the United States Air Force from 1957-1961. He married Marcella Held and the couple lived in Rugby, ND where he worked for McGuire Brothers as a mechanic. They later moved to Arizona and he worked for Marble Era. The couple returned to Voss and she later passed away. He married Sharol Zander on November 20, 1967 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Fargo. The couple made their home in Voss where he worked for Tibert Farms. He later worked for the Farmer’s Union in Minto, Art Wosick Farms, John Schanilec and Roderic Schanilec until his retirement.
Monday, May, 20, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Victor P. Rogalla, age 76 of Voss, ND passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the First Care Health Center of Park River.
Victor Paul Rogalla was born February 3, 1937 in Pulaski Township, the son of the late Peter and Helen (Phzepiora) Rogalla. He graduated from Minto High School. Victor served in the United States Air Force from 1957-1961. He married Marcella Held and the couple lived in Rugby, ND where he worked for McGuire Brothers as a mechanic. They later moved to Arizona and he worked for Marble Era. The couple returned to Voss and she later passed away. He married Sharol Zander on November 20, 1967 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Fargo. The couple made their home in Voss where he worked for Tibert Farms. He later worked for the Farmer’s Union in Minto, Art Wosick Farms, John Schanilec and Roderic Schanilec until his retirement.
Monday, May, 20, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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John Norman McDonald Jr.
John Norman McDonald Jr., better known as “Big John,” was born January 8, 1920, at Ponce de Leon, Florida, to John Norman and Francis (Hadden) McDonald. He was the oldest of four boys, followed by Wilford (Shorty), Robert, Stewart, and sister, Mary McDonald.
Big John attended college and played football for Georgia Military College and Arkansas Teachers College. After his college days, he enjoyed being a motorcycle cop. He served our country in the Army in WWII in the African/European Theater. Before his tour of duty in the service, he traveled to Seattle, WA where he met Inga Austfjord, an Icelander from North Dakota. They were married on August 13, 1946 following his discharge from the Army.
Sunday, May, 19, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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John Norman McDonald Jr., better known as “Big John,” was born January 8, 1920, at Ponce de Leon, Florida, to John Norman and Francis (Hadden) McDonald. He was the oldest of four boys, followed by Wilford (Shorty), Robert, Stewart, and sister, Mary McDonald.
Big John attended college and played football for Georgia Military College and Arkansas Teachers College. After his college days, he enjoyed being a motorcycle cop. He served our country in the Army in WWII in the African/European Theater. Before his tour of duty in the service, he traveled to Seattle, WA where he met Inga Austfjord, an Icelander from North Dakota. They were married on August 13, 1946 following his discharge from the Army.
Sunday, May, 19, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Arthur William Lynnes
Arthur William Lynnes, 100, formerly of Rolette, died on Sunday , May 12 , 2013 at the Good Samaritan Home in Larimore, North Dakota.
He was born on November 1, 1912 to Nels and Lena (Larson) Lynnes in Rice Township - Rolette, North Dakota, where he was raised and went to school. He farmed for a few years before he married Judith Bernice Absalonson on December 27, 1941 in Mylo, North Dakota. On April 23, 1942 he was drafted into the Army and eventually went to Europe on the RMS Queen Mary, which was being used as a troop ship during the war. He was involved in the Normandy, Northern France, and German campaigns in his assignment for the 944th Ordnance unit. He was awarded the Good Conduct and European-African Middle Eastern Theatre Campaign medals. He was honorably discharged as a Technician 5th Grade on May 24, 1945. Upon returning he began his extended employment at the Farmers Union Oil Company in Rolette as a bulk fuel truck driver. He also operated his own truck hauling gravel in the area. In addition, he drove truck for the Bisbee Grain Company. Further, he was a substitute mail carrier in Rolette and also farmed in the area. He and his wife moved to the
Sunday, May, 19, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Arthur William Lynnes, 100, formerly of Rolette, died on Sunday , May 12 , 2013 at the Good Samaritan Home in Larimore, North Dakota.
He was born on November 1, 1912 to Nels and Lena (Larson) Lynnes in Rice Township - Rolette, North Dakota, where he was raised and went to school. He farmed for a few years before he married Judith Bernice Absalonson on December 27, 1941 in Mylo, North Dakota. On April 23, 1942 he was drafted into the Army and eventually went to Europe on the RMS Queen Mary, which was being used as a troop ship during the war. He was involved in the Normandy, Northern France, and German campaigns in his assignment for the 944th Ordnance unit. He was awarded the Good Conduct and European-African Middle Eastern Theatre Campaign medals. He was honorably discharged as a Technician 5th Grade on May 24, 1945. Upon returning he began his extended employment at the Farmers Union Oil Company in Rolette as a bulk fuel truck driver. He also operated his own truck hauling gravel in the area. In addition, he drove truck for the Bisbee Grain Company. Further, he was a substitute mail carrier in Rolette and also farmed in the area. He and his wife moved to the
Sunday, May, 19, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Faith matters: Northwood church to mark Syttende mai a day late
News and upcoming events related to religion and church
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - News
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Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - News
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Vernon Reierson
Jan. 24, 1933 - May 15, 2013
THIEF RIVER FALLS, MInn. - Vernon Reierson, 80, Thief River Falls, died Wednesday in his home.
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Jan. 24, 1933 - May 15, 2013
THIEF RIVER FALLS, MInn. - Vernon Reierson, 80, Thief River Falls, died Wednesday in his home.
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Record Powerball prize inspires plans modest and grand
The multi-state Powerball jackpot hit $600 million Friday, surpassing the previous mark of $587 million prize. The Herald asked several people Friday in Grand Forks and East Grand Forks what they might do with more than $300 million — and whether they even can imagine that kind of money.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - News
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The multi-state Powerball jackpot hit $600 million Friday, surpassing the previous mark of $587 million prize. The Herald asked several people Friday in Grand Forks and East Grand Forks what they might do with more than $300 million — and whether they even can imagine that kind of money.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - News
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AREA PREP NOTEBOOK: Grafton clinches title against ex-teammates
The Spoilers have won or shared the regular-season championship in North Dakota Class B Region 4 baseball every year since 2004.
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Sports
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The Spoilers have won or shared the regular-season championship in North Dakota Class B Region 4 baseball every year since 2004.
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Sports
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Marian Gunstinson
Marian J. Gunstinson, 89, of Fisher, MN passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Riverview Health in Crookston, MN. She was currently residing at Hillcrest Senior Living Center in Red Lake Falls, MN
Marian was born May 11, 1924 in Grand Forks, ND to William and Mae (Gunness) Rutherford. She grew up in Key West, MN and graduated as salutatorian in 1942 from Fisher High School. Marian attended Normal Teacher Training in East Grand Forks, MN before teaching school in Bygland, MN. She also substitute taught in Fisher. Marian was united in marriage to Ervin Gunstinson on August 18, 1946 in Crookston. Sadly he passed away on December 1, 1997. She worked for many years at Beiswenger’s Jack & Jill grocery store in Fisher. Marian belonged to the Fisher American Legion Auxiliary #242 for 66 years, the Sons of Norway, St. Andrew’s Society of Fargo, ND, and she was a member of Fisher Lutheran Church and served as Treasurer for many years.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Marian J. Gunstinson, 89, of Fisher, MN passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Riverview Health in Crookston, MN. She was currently residing at Hillcrest Senior Living Center in Red Lake Falls, MN
Marian was born May 11, 1924 in Grand Forks, ND to William and Mae (Gunness) Rutherford. She grew up in Key West, MN and graduated as salutatorian in 1942 from Fisher High School. Marian attended Normal Teacher Training in East Grand Forks, MN before teaching school in Bygland, MN. She also substitute taught in Fisher. Marian was united in marriage to Ervin Gunstinson on August 18, 1946 in Crookston. Sadly he passed away on December 1, 1997. She worked for many years at Beiswenger’s Jack & Jill grocery store in Fisher. Marian belonged to the Fisher American Legion Auxiliary #242 for 66 years, the Sons of Norway, St. Andrew’s Society of Fargo, ND, and she was a member of Fisher Lutheran Church and served as Treasurer for many years.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Roberta A. Stengl
Roberta A. Stengl age 57 of East Grand Forks, MN passed away on Sunday. May 12th, 2013 at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN with her family by her side
Roberta Ann Stengl was born on April 26, 1956 in Warren, MN the daughter of Dennis and Gladys (Myrfield) Anderson. Roberta grew up and attended school in Warren at Warren High School graduating with the Class of 1974. Following her graduation from Warren High School she went on and attended Akers Business College and then the University of North Dakota graduating in 1985 in the Accounting Program. On April 30, 1975 she was united in marriage to Jim Stengl in Warren. Roberta worked for Quality Motors in Warren until 1982 and for the City of Warren before moving to East Grand Forks, MN in 1989. She worked for John Deere and The Bike shop in Grand Forks, ND for 8 years. In 1992 Roberta started Stengl Johnson Cruise & Travel with Bob Johnson, and also was Gaming Manager for East Grand Forks Blue Line Club until the time of her death. She served on the Warren City Council. She was a member of the Warren American Legion Auxiliary #27, Happy Hobbettes Craft Club, East Grand Forks Blue Line Club, Women in Networking, and served many years with the Sioux Boosters. She enjoyed travel, crafts, and spending time with family and friends.
Tuesday, May, 14, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Roberta A. Stengl age 57 of East Grand Forks, MN passed away on Sunday. May 12th, 2013 at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN with her family by her side
Roberta Ann Stengl was born on April 26, 1956 in Warren, MN the daughter of Dennis and Gladys (Myrfield) Anderson. Roberta grew up and attended school in Warren at Warren High School graduating with the Class of 1974. Following her graduation from Warren High School she went on and attended Akers Business College and then the University of North Dakota graduating in 1985 in the Accounting Program. On April 30, 1975 she was united in marriage to Jim Stengl in Warren. Roberta worked for Quality Motors in Warren until 1982 and for the City of Warren before moving to East Grand Forks, MN in 1989. She worked for John Deere and The Bike shop in Grand Forks, ND for 8 years. In 1992 Roberta started Stengl Johnson Cruise & Travel with Bob Johnson, and also was Gaming Manager for East Grand Forks Blue Line Club until the time of her death. She served on the Warren City Council. She was a member of the Warren American Legion Auxiliary #27, Happy Hobbettes Craft Club, East Grand Forks Blue Line Club, Women in Networking, and served many years with the Sioux Boosters. She enjoyed travel, crafts, and spending time with family and friends.
Tuesday, May, 14, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Beverly "Mern"
Olson
Beverly “Mern” Olson age 90 of Grand Forks, ND passed away on Saturday, April 27th, 2013 at her daughter's home in Chaska, MN.
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Olson
Beverly “Mern” Olson age 90 of Grand Forks, ND passed away on Saturday, April 27th, 2013 at her daughter's home in Chaska, MN.
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Faith matters: EGF parish to hold thrift sale
News and upcoming events from local churches
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - News
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Delano Halvorson
Nov. 23, 1933 - May 9, 2013
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Delano Halvorson, 79, Plummer, Minn., died Thursday in Altru Medical Center.
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Nov. 23, 1933 - May 9, 2013
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Delano Halvorson, 79, Plummer, Minn., died Thursday in Altru Medical Center.
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Henry E. Czapiewski
Henry E. Czapiewski, age 59 of Minto passed away on Monday, May 6, 2013.
Henry E. Czapiewski was born June 27, 1953 in Grafton, ND the son of the late Henry A. and Emily A. (Rogalla) Czapiewski. He grew up and attended school in Minto, graduating from Minto High School. Following his education he enlisted in the United States Army, serving from 1972-1975 in Germany. Following his discharge he returned to Minto and started working at the Minto water plant, retiring in 2009.
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Henry E. Czapiewski, age 59 of Minto passed away on Monday, May 6, 2013.
Henry E. Czapiewski was born June 27, 1953 in Grafton, ND the son of the late Henry A. and Emily A. (Rogalla) Czapiewski. He grew up and attended school in Minto, graduating from Minto High School. Following his education he enlisted in the United States Army, serving from 1972-1975 in Germany. Following his discharge he returned to Minto and started working at the Minto water plant, retiring in 2009.
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Douglas Robert Patenaude
Douglas Robert Patenaude, age 52, of East Grand Forks, MN, died at his home late Saturday evening, May 4, 2013, of natural causes. Doug had been in ill health for several years. He was born in Crookston, Minnesota on August 22, 1960, the son of Robert Dean and Ellen Theresa (Fortier) Patenaude. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Anne's Catholic Church, and received his education at Carmen Elementary School, Highland Middle School, and Central High School, graduating in 1978. He earned an Associate Degree in Mechanics from Bemidji (MN) Technical College, and later in life a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. As a 17-year old high school junior, Doug enlisted in the National Guard. In 1980, he was inducted into the U.S. Air Force where he served in Korea and at several United States Air Bases. In 1989, Doug was critically injured in a bicycle/car accident while stationed at Hill Air Force Base, Ogden, UT. Subsequently, he received a medical discharge from the Air Force in 1990 with the rank of SSG-T. After several months of very specialized hospital care in Salt Lake City, UT, he was transferred to the VA Hospital in Minneapolis. With additional recovery time, Doug was able to return to Crookston to live with his parents. He later purchased a home in East Grand Forks, and had been living independently to the present time.
In spite of physical limitations, Doug lived a full and active life. He was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Grand Forks, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and participated in the Men's Prayer Group. He was a member of East Grand Forks VFW Post 3817 and East Grand Forks American Legion Post 157. Doug was especially proud of his Life Membership in the DAV (Disabled American Veterans), and the distinction of serving as North Dakota Commander during 2004-05. He enjoyed visits with his mother, and time spent with brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. The camaraderie of fellow Air Force veterans, and those who served in other branches of the military, played a large role in Doug's life, and he was very proud of his service to his Country.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Douglas Robert Patenaude, age 52, of East Grand Forks, MN, died at his home late Saturday evening, May 4, 2013, of natural causes. Doug had been in ill health for several years. He was born in Crookston, Minnesota on August 22, 1960, the son of Robert Dean and Ellen Theresa (Fortier) Patenaude. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Anne's Catholic Church, and received his education at Carmen Elementary School, Highland Middle School, and Central High School, graduating in 1978. He earned an Associate Degree in Mechanics from Bemidji (MN) Technical College, and later in life a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. As a 17-year old high school junior, Doug enlisted in the National Guard. In 1980, he was inducted into the U.S. Air Force where he served in Korea and at several United States Air Bases. In 1989, Doug was critically injured in a bicycle/car accident while stationed at Hill Air Force Base, Ogden, UT. Subsequently, he received a medical discharge from the Air Force in 1990 with the rank of SSG-T. After several months of very specialized hospital care in Salt Lake City, UT, he was transferred to the VA Hospital in Minneapolis. With additional recovery time, Doug was able to return to Crookston to live with his parents. He later purchased a home in East Grand Forks, and had been living independently to the present time.
In spite of physical limitations, Doug lived a full and active life. He was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Grand Forks, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and participated in the Men's Prayer Group. He was a member of East Grand Forks VFW Post 3817 and East Grand Forks American Legion Post 157. Doug was especially proud of his Life Membership in the DAV (Disabled American Veterans), and the distinction of serving as North Dakota Commander during 2004-05. He enjoyed visits with his mother, and time spent with brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. The camaraderie of fellow Air Force veterans, and those who served in other branches of the military, played a large role in Doug's life, and he was very proud of his service to his Country.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Henry E. Czapiewski
June 27, 1953 - May 6, 2013
MINTO, N.D. - Henry E. Czapiewski, 59, Minto, died Monday.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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June 27, 1953 - May 6, 2013
MINTO, N.D. - Henry E. Czapiewski, 59, Minto, died Monday.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Willard Leroy Weiss
Willard Leroy Weiss, age 83, of Crookston, MN, died peacefully late Thursday evening, May 2, 2013, at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND, with his wife, LouAnn, and other family at his bedside. Willard was born in Red Lake County on December 2, 1929, and was the second youngest of thirteen children of Henry and Ida (Hinrichs) Weiss. He was baptized and confirmed at the Wylie Lutheran Church and grew up on the family farm near Wylie. He went on to graduate from Lafayette High School in Red Lake Falls. Willard entered the US Army on March 18, 1952, and served overseas in Korea during the Korean War with the 49th Battalion. For his service to his Country he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Ribbon with 3 bronze stars, and the United Nations Service Medal. After his honorable discharge on March 13, 1954 Willard returned home and farmed with his brothers. He then went to Buhl, MN and worked in the iron mines for a time before returning to Red Lake Falls. Willard was employed on area farms and worked at a Red Lake Falls implement dealership for a few years. On June 18, 1960 he was united in marriage to LouAnn Marie Zutz at St. John's Lutheran Church in Red Lake Falls. The couple made their home in Crookston and together raised their boys, Craig, Brent, and Kurt, known affectionately as "my three sons". Willard began employment with the University of Minnesota-Crookston in 1960 as a boiler engineer in the heating plant. After thirty-two years of dedicated service to UMC he retired on May 2, 1992. While working at UMC, Willard liked to take vacation so he could drive for farmer friends during the beet harvest. He continued to do so for several years after his retirement.
Willard had many favorite pastimes, including fishing at Lake of the Woods, hunting, playing cards, gardening, and being a loyal fan of the Twins and Vikings. He enjoyed going to his kids and grandkids games and activities; attending gatherings with his large relationship of brothers, sisters and their families; and sharing coffee and conversation with friends and participating in events at the Golden Link. Willard and LouAnn also visited friends and family while traveling to Alaska, Arizona, and the West Coast. Making sausage and jerky was his specialty and he proudly passed on his recipe to his sons. Willard was a devoted member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and served on the board. He was also a life member of Crookston VFW Post 1902 and a member of American Legion Post #20. Willard believed in living a life of service to others and was a wise, gentle, and nurturing presence in the lives of his family.
Sunday, May, 05, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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Willard Leroy Weiss, age 83, of Crookston, MN, died peacefully late Thursday evening, May 2, 2013, at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND, with his wife, LouAnn, and other family at his bedside. Willard was born in Red Lake County on December 2, 1929, and was the second youngest of thirteen children of Henry and Ida (Hinrichs) Weiss. He was baptized and confirmed at the Wylie Lutheran Church and grew up on the family farm near Wylie. He went on to graduate from Lafayette High School in Red Lake Falls. Willard entered the US Army on March 18, 1952, and served overseas in Korea during the Korean War with the 49th Battalion. For his service to his Country he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Ribbon with 3 bronze stars, and the United Nations Service Medal. After his honorable discharge on March 13, 1954 Willard returned home and farmed with his brothers. He then went to Buhl, MN and worked in the iron mines for a time before returning to Red Lake Falls. Willard was employed on area farms and worked at a Red Lake Falls implement dealership for a few years. On June 18, 1960 he was united in marriage to LouAnn Marie Zutz at St. John's Lutheran Church in Red Lake Falls. The couple made their home in Crookston and together raised their boys, Craig, Brent, and Kurt, known affectionately as "my three sons". Willard began employment with the University of Minnesota-Crookston in 1960 as a boiler engineer in the heating plant. After thirty-two years of dedicated service to UMC he retired on May 2, 1992. While working at UMC, Willard liked to take vacation so he could drive for farmer friends during the beet harvest. He continued to do so for several years after his retirement.
Willard had many favorite pastimes, including fishing at Lake of the Woods, hunting, playing cards, gardening, and being a loyal fan of the Twins and Vikings. He enjoyed going to his kids and grandkids games and activities; attending gatherings with his large relationship of brothers, sisters and their families; and sharing coffee and conversation with friends and participating in events at the Golden Link. Willard and LouAnn also visited friends and family while traveling to Alaska, Arizona, and the West Coast. Making sausage and jerky was his specialty and he proudly passed on his recipe to his sons. Willard was a devoted member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and served on the board. He was also a life member of Crookston VFW Post 1902 and a member of American Legion Post #20. Willard believed in living a life of service to others and was a wise, gentle, and nurturing presence in the lives of his family.
Sunday, May, 05, 2013 - Grand Forks Herald - Obituaries (free view)
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