Obituaries

Feb 19, 2021

Catherine Teresa Keimig (Streff), 86 years old, of Moorhead, MN, finished her earthly journey on February 19, 2021. The family is planning a graveside service in the Twin Cities in the summer when she will be interred at Fort Snelling beside Joe.

Cathy was born on May 16, 1934, in Canby, Minnesota. She was the second-youngest child of Katherine (Weber)...

Feb 18, 2021

Kevin C. Tvinnereim, 65, of Webster, SD, died February 18, 2021 at Sanford Hospice House in Fargo.

No services are planned at this time.

Feb 17, 2021

Howard Hall, 86Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, Texas.At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push...

Feb 17, 2021

Troy F. Schopen, age 56, of Detroit Lakes, MN, formerly of Omaha, NE, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2021 at Eventide on Eight in Moorhead under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Troy Francis Schopen was born in Deadwood, SD on January 9, 1965. Troy later moved during his youth to Omaha, NE and graduated from Northwest High...

Feb 14, 2021

Virginia Yates, 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep during the morning of February 14, 2021 at Eventide Senior Living Community in Moorhead, MN.

Virginia was born on April 30, 1920, in Forney, TX, to Arthur and Nell Yates. After graduating from Forney High School and North Texas State Teachers College, she started her career as an elementary and music...

Feb 14, 2021

Ethan T. Plemmons, age 17, of Perley, MN passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Sanford Medical Center.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Feb 13, 2021

George Donald Christopherson went to his heavenly home February 13, 2021.

George was born February 22, 1944 in Breckenridge, MN to Ralph Ole and Alice Ranghilda (Olson) Christopherson. The family later moved to Great Bend, North Dakota. George graduated from Wahpeton High School. He was drafted into the Army and served in Germany and then in Viet Nam. After his...

Feb 12, 2021

Howard Hall, 85

Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, Texas.At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push...

Feb 11, 2021

Perry L. Ellsworth, 56, of Fargo, ND passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021, at his home in Fargo. Perry was born on February 21, 1964 to David and Elizabeth “Betty” (Funk) Ellsworth.

Perry grew up in Fargo, ND and worked various construction jobs throughout his life. He lived in Nebraska and Washington for several years before ultimately moving back...

Feb 11, 2021

Marilyn Elaine McClaflin (Nelson), 82, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021, in Sanford Health Hospital, Fargo, ND. Marilyn was born on September 11, 1938, to Edvick and Myrna (Peterson) Nelson.

Marilyn grew up in Valley City, ND, where she attended and graduated from Valley City High School. While in high school, she met Darryl McClaflin and...

Feb 9, 2021

Marilyn Monroe, 45, died February 9, 2021, with her family by her side in Enumclaw, Wash.

A memorial service was Wednesday at Greenwood Memorial Park in Renton, Wash.She was born July 10, 1944, in Anchorage to Charles and Phoebe Smith. Her father was a Doctor in the Yukon. Her mother came up from Juneau as a Nurse. They moved to Washington...

Feb 7, 2021

Howard Hall, 85

Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, Texas.At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push...

Feb 7, 2021

Leroy D. Eidem, 81, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 in his home.

Leroy Darold “Lee” Eidem was born on April 14, 1939 in Moorhead, MN, to Lloyd and Doris (Borgen) Eidem. He grew up in Felton, MN, and graduated from Crookston Agricultural School.

Following school, Lee joined the Air National Guard. After his service, Lee...

Feb 7, 2021

Feb 6, 2021

Marcia Harriet (Sortland) Strom died on February 6, 2021, surrounded by her four daughters. Marcia was born on August 4, 1926, to Samuel and Gertrude (Kluvers) Sortland in Litchville, North Dakota.

Growing up in North Dakota, Marcia attended Svea Public School and graduated from New Salem High School. In 1946, she earned a degree in Elementary Education from State Teachers...

Feb 4, 2021

Linda K. Hernandez, age 72, of Fargo, ND, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo.

No services are being held at this time.

Feb 4, 2021

Howard Hall, 85Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, TX.At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push...

Feb 2, 2021

Raymond “Ray” Vernon Doran, 78, of Hawley, MN, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, in Bethany On University, Fargo, ND. He was born on June 6, 1942, to Vernon and Rhoda (Grani) Doran.

Ray is survived by his sister, Kathy (Richard) Legvold; brother, Rick (Sheryl Melby) Doran; and granddaughter, Allie Doran. He is preceded in death by his wife,...

Feb 2, 2021

Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, Texas.

At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push his little...

Feb 2, 2021

Rosalie F. Bowman, 72, of Moorhead, MN, passed away at home with family by her side on Tuesday, February 2, 2021.

Rosalie Fae “Rosie” Koester was born to Arthur and Grace (Arneson) Koester in Park Rapids, MN, on April 8, 1948. She grew up in Park Rapids and graduated from Park Rapids High School. She went on to attend Bemidji...