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Ruth Annette Torson

Ruth Annette Torson

Aug 29, 2025

Ruth Annette Torson passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025 at Edgewood Healthcare in Baxter, MN.

Ruth was born on September 11, 1928 to Otto and Anne Houg in Carlisle, Minnesota. Hard work was a part of everyday life as her family navigated the Great Depression and World War II. She graduated from Fergus Falls High School and attended one year...

Barry W. Hedstrom

Barry W. Hedstrom

Aug 26, 2025

Barry Wayne Hedstrom, 54, of Fargo, ND, passed away unexpectedly August 26, 2025.

Barry was born August 21, 1971, in Fargo, ND, to Russell and Debra (Boe) Hedstrom. He grew up in Fargo and graduated from Fargo South High School in 1989. Barry was employed at American Crystal Sugar, where he took great pride in his work and truly enjoyed his...

Andy Lee Andring

Andy Lee Andring

Aug 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Andy Lee Andring

October 6, 1997 – August 24, 2025

Andy Lee Andring, known to many as “Sasquatch,” passed away on August 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. He was 27 years old.

Born on October 6, 1997, Andy brought joy and energy into every room he entered. He was the life of...

Alton M. Isaacson

Alton M. Isaacson

Aug 23, 2025

Alton M. Isaacson, 84 of Fargo, ND passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Viking Manor Assisted Living, Ulen, MN. 

A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11 a.m. with a visitation one hour before the service at Wright Funeral Home, Moorhead, MN. 

Final resting place will be in Fargo National Cemetery, Harwood, ND. 

A full obituary...

Judy L. Frisch

Judy L. Frisch

Aug 21, 2025

Judy L. Frisch, 74, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, ND. Judy was born on March 31, 1951, to Al and Shirley (Strootman) Kamstra. She grew up in Beardsley, MN, and graduated from Beardsley High School. On October 25, 1969, Judy married Dennis Frisch. Together they lived in Valley City and...

Terry J. Menge

Terry J. Menge

Aug 21, 2025

Terrance (Terry) Joseph Menge, 54, passed away at Sanford Hospital, Fargo, ND, with family by his side, on Thursday August 21, 2025.

Born in Ada, MN, on March 11, 1971, to parents Ken and Margaret Menge. He attended school at Glyndon, MN, and earned a GED. He had several jobs over the years. He was known for his kindness and love...

Robert "Bob" G. Wood

Robert "Bob" G. Wood

Aug 20, 2025

Robert “Bob” G. Wood, 90, of West Fargo, ND (until recently Moorhead, MN) passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, under the care of Hospice, at Ecumen Recovery Center, Detroit Lakes, MN.

Robert was born on November 4, 1934, in Moorhead, MN to Ralph and Florence (Tollefson) Wood. He attended FM catholic schools through high school joining the North Dakota Air...

Margaret Rosanna Klein

Margaret Rosanna Klein

Aug 19, 2025

Margaret R Klein passed away peacefully at Eventide on August 19, 2025, daughter Denise at her bedside. She is survived by 2 children: daughter, Denise Nissen (Erik) and estranged daughter Suzanne Klein; sister, Erma Wilson; grandson, Jonathan (Andrea) Klein and granddaughter, Kirsten (Robert) Zanetti; grandsons, granddaughters, and many nieces and nephews; and family friend, Maynard Thorseth.

She is preceded in death...

Denman Leo Weis

Denman Leo Weis

Aug 19, 2025

Denman Leo Weis, 90, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at River Pointe of Moorhead. 

Sheryl "Sherrie" A. Sather

Sheryl "Sherrie" A. Sather

Aug 18, 2025

Sheryl A. Sather, 78 of Moorhead, MN passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Sanford Health – Broadway, Fargo, ND.

Sheryl Ann “Sherrie” Sather was born in Twin Valley, MN on December 9, 1946, to Warren and Ann (Nyberg) Harkins. She grew up in Twin Valley and attended Twin Valley High School. She later attended cosmetology school in Moorhead and...

Paul A. Unruh

Paul A. Unruh

Aug 18, 2025

Paul A. Unruh 57 of Carrington, North Dakota, passed away on August 18th, 2025. He was born October 1st, 1967, in Carrington. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Roger and Bernice Unruh. He is survived by his brother Mark Unruh, his wife Heather Unruh, along with Bailey Anstadt, Hanna Anstadt, Mya Johnson, and Tessa Johnson- Each whom he...

Jeffrey J. Ritter

Jeffrey J. Ritter

Aug 18, 2025

Jeffrey J. Ritter, 57, of Hawley, MN, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, ND. Jeff was born June 13, 1968, in Marshall, MN, to James and Bonnie (Murray) Ritter. He grew up in Detroit Lakes, MN, where he graduated from high school. Following high school, Jeff continued his education in accounting. On August 25,...

Marcellus Ratajczak

Marcellus Ratajczak

Aug 17, 2025

Marcellus Walter Ratajczak, 81 of Sabin, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in his home.

Marcellus was born in Ivanhoe, MN on September 28, 1943, to Walter and Frances (Citterman) Ratajczak. He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Ivanhoe High School.

In November of 1964 Marcellus married Sharon Mead in Canby, MN. He...

John Robert Wilson, Jr.

John Robert Wilson, Jr.

Aug 15, 2025

John Robert Wilson, Jr., 89, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, in his home in Moorhead. 

Wanda R. Poehls

Wanda R. Poehls

Aug 13, 2025

Wanda R. Poehls, 80, died August 13, 2025, under care of HIA Hospice.

Wanda Renee Nelson was born February 13, 1945, to Melvin and Olga (Grimley) Nelson. She grew up on a farm south of Moorhead, MN.

She attended school at Rustad MN until the school was closed and then went to schools in Moorhead, graduating from Moorhead High School in 1963.

She...

Barry Lee Bauer

Barry Lee Bauer

Aug 13, 2025

Barry Lee Bauer, 76, of Detroit Lakes, MN, died August 13, 2025, at Essentia Health in Fargo, ND.

Barry was born March 5, 1949, in Eureka, SD, to Clarence and Elizabeth (Huber) Bauer. He attended high school in Herried, SD and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969. He was honorably discharged in 1971. He was united in marriage to Janice...

Kathryn J. Nelson

Kathryn J. Nelson

Aug 12, 2025

Kathryn Nelson, age 103 of Ulen passed away August 12, 2025, at Viking Manor Nursing Home in Ulen. Kathryn Fuglie Nelson was born January 30, 1922, to Melvin and Mamie Fuglie. She grew up on a farm near Ulen and graduated from Ulen High School.

Kathryn was united in marriage to Orlyn Nelson on January 13, 1944, when Orlyn was home...

Nathan Daniel Heiberg

Nathan Daniel Heiberg

Aug 11, 2025

Nathan Daniel Heiberg, 42, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025.

Nathan was born March 31, 1983, and he passed away at the age of 42. He was a loving and caring father to his two beautiful kids including his partner. He loved sports and liked to play hockey when he was a young boy. He also enjoyed...

Lucas Jessie Heiberg

Lucas Jessie Heiberg

Aug 11, 2025

Lucas Jessie Heiberg was born August 9, 1984. He passed away August 11, 2025 at the age of 41. 

Lucas was a mechanic who was excelled in his craft. He graduated as an automotive mechanic at Lake Region State College. He graduated from High School in 2003. 

Lucas grew up playing hockey and he was an avid hunter, especially deer hunting. He...

Judith "Judy" Mae Hassenstab

Judith "Judy" Mae Hassenstab

Aug 10, 2025

Judith Mae “Judy” Hassenstab, 76, Fargo, ND, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo.

Judy was born on September 16, 1948, in Crookston, MN, to Harold and Louise (Flodstrom) Schultz. Her younger years were spent in Crookston, but the family later moved to Moorhead, MN where she graduated from Moorhead High School in 1966. In 1970...