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Terry W. Koppang
Jun 5, 2026
Terry Wayne Koppang, age 71, resident of Fargo, North Dakota, died suddenly in a tragic vehicle accident on Friday, June 5, 2026. Terry was born to Talbert and Mabel Koppang on February 14, 1955 in Crookston, MN. He was baptized and confirmed at Sand Hill Lutheran Church, rural Climax, MN. He went to Climax Public School and graduated in 1973....
Ruth E. Novotny
Jun 2, 2026
Ruth Elaine Novotny, 96, of West Fargo, ND passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at HIA - Heather's House, Fargo, ND.
Ruth was born on June 18, 1929, in Lidgerwood, ND to Albert and Anna (Hendricks) Tuma. She grew up on the family farm just south of Lidgerwood and graduated from Lidgerwood High School.
On June 15, 1948, Ruth married...
Anthony "Tony" Frank Tortorice
Jun 4, 2026
Anthony F. Tortorice of Moorhead, MN, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Anthony “Tony” was born on December 25, 1940, to Paul and Josephine (Valenti) Tortorice, in a farming community, east of Trinidad, Colorado, known as Sunflower Valley.
Tony went to a one-room schoolhouse with siblings and cousins as students, and even the teacher was also a cousin...
Michael W. Halland
May 23, 2026
Michael Wayne Halland
June 17, 1954 – May 23, 2026
Michael “Mike” Wayne Halland, age 71, passed away peacefully in his home, listening to the sound of his grandchildren’s laughter nearby.
Mike was born on June 17, 1954, in Mahnomen, Minnesota, to Millard and Jean (Mann) Halland. He grew up in the close-knit community of Gary, Minnesota, surrounded by a large, loving family...
Nancy C. Kankovsky
Jun 8, 2026
Nancy C. Kankovsky, 81, of Felton, MN, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, ND.
A full obituary will be placed here soon.
Visitation will be Saturday, June 27, from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, followed by the memorial service at 11:00 AM, in Wright Funeral Home, Moorhead, MN.
Ardith I. Carlson
Jun 8, 2026
Ardith Ione Carlson, Dilworth, MN, formerly of Detroit Lakes, MN passed away on June 8, 2026, at Serenity Assisted Living at the age of 95 years old.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Jamie K. Miller
Jun 6, 2026
Jamie Keith Miller, 43, of Moorhead, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.
Jamie was born on December 4, 1982, in Devils Lake, North Dakota, to Lisa Miller. He lived a life filled with laughter, kindness, and a deep appreciation for the people who mattered most to him.
Known for his quick wit, generous spirit, and ability to brighten...
Scott "SI" Williams
Jun 4, 2026
Scott "SI" Williams, 75, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, in Fargo, ND.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation one hour before the service at Wright Funeral Home, Moorhead, MN.
a full obituary will be placed here soon.
Sharon F. Stafford-Magnuson
Jun 4, 2026
Sharon Frances Stafford-Magnuson, passed away at her home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by people she loved. She was the wife of Timothy Magnuson, and together they shared many wonderful years together.
Born in Harvey, North Dakota. She graduated college with a teaching degree and spent many years teaching until she retired.
She belonged to her church. She loved traveling with her...
Susan D. Jensen
May 30, 2026
Susan Diane Jensen, 71, of Hitterdal, MN, passed away on May 30, 2026, at HIA Hospice–Heather’s House in Fargo, ND surrounded by her family.
Sue was born on January 10, 1955, in Ada, MN, to Gerald and Shirley Ambuehl, and grew up in Borup, MN. On February 17, 1984, she married Jeffrey Jensen, and together they made their home in Hitterdal....
Tamara J. Putnam-Gordon
May 29, 2026
Tamara J. Putnam, 67, of Moorhead, MN passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Essentia Health, Fargo, ND.
Tamara was born on March 21, 1959, in San Antonio, TX to Raymond and Joyce (Putnam) Husen. She grew up in Moorhead, but the family moved to Montevideo, MN during her senior year, where she graduated from Montevideo High School in 1977....
Bradley W. Olson
May 28, 2026
Bradley W. Olson passed away May 28th, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, adventure, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.
Brad was born on March 29th, 1946, during a memorable snowstorm at St. Luke’s Hospital to Orville and Elsie (Nypen) Olson. From an early age, he developed a strong work...
Diane L. Loberg
May 26, 2026
Diane L. Loberg, 76, of Detroit Lakes, MN, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in Essentia Health, Fargo, ND.
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Stephen Robert Fagerlie
May 25, 2026
Services for Stephen Fagerlie are pending at this time.
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Donna R. Woods
May 24, 2026
Donna Reed Woods
September 21, 1946 – May 24, 2026
Donna Reed Woods, age 79, of Moorhead, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026. Donna was born on September 21, 1946, to Robert Keith and Blanche (Youmans) Offutt. She was the second of two children and spent her childhood on the family farm north of Glyndon, MN. Growing up in the...
Noël L. Brakke
May 24, 2026
Noël Lynne Brakke, 73, of Comstock, MN, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at home under the care of family and HIA Hospice. Noël was born November 8, 1952, to Robert and Nina (Connoway) Gover. She grew up in Mt. Pleasant, MI, where she graduated from high school. Following high school, Noël continued her education at Eastman School of...
Donna M. Forderer
May 23, 2026
Donna M. Forderer, 82, of Dilworth, MN, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Bethany on University, Fargo, ND. Donna was born May 29, 1943, in Vancouver, WA, to Hubert and Florence (Feyereisen) Becker.
At a young age, the family moved to Linton, ND, where Donna grew up and attended school. on April 27, 1963, she married Melvin Forderer. Together...
Marlene Marie Olson
May 22, 2026
Marlene M Olson, 80, of Lake Park, MN, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, May 22. She was born in Breckenridge, MN, to parents John Bergquist and Maudie Oliphant on Dec. 27, 1945.She met her future husband in Lake Park, MN, and later married Orvis Olson on June 16, 1969, at Cormorant Lutheran Church. Together, Orvis and Marlene...
Ardis W Rosenfeldt
May 21, 2026
Ardis was born March 11, 1931, in Barnesville, Minnesota. She attended District #21 County School, then Comstock School, and later graduated from Moorhead High School.
Ardis worked at Waterman’s in Moorhead before marrying Loren C. Rosenfeldt on November 16, 1950, in Baker, Minnesota. The couple made their home on Loren’s family farm, two miles southeast of Sabin, where they raised their...
Paul Messelt
May 17, 2026
Paul Messelt, 86, of Fargo, ND passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at HIA Heather's House, Fargo.
Paul was born on May 9, 1940 in Winger, Minnesota to Arvid Messelt and Hattie (Zahl) Messelt. Paul graduated from Oslo High School in May 1958. He then enlisted in the National Guard. After that, Paul began janitorial work at the University of...
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