The Official Newspaper for Foster County
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Julianne Bonner Julianne Marie (Loorence) Bonner, age 80, died on December 29, 2023, at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington, N.D. A Celebration of Life service is planned for the summer of 2024. She will be buried next to her parents at the Sawyer Cemetery in Sawyer, N.D. Julianne was born June 1, 1943 in Tacoma, Wash., to Karmet and Clara (Grothe) Loorence. When she was three years old, they moved to Sawyer, N.D., where she was raised. A bright student, she graduated as the valedictorian of her... Full story
Phyllis Hook It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Phyllis June Hook, 88 years old, who departed on December 23, 2023, to be with her Lord Jesus. She passed away peacefully in Surprise, Arizona, with her family by her side. She will be sorely missed until we meet again. Phyllis is survived by her daughters, Laurie, Teresa and her son, Mike and her siblings, Marlys, Allen, Beverly and Gary. She was a beloved grandmother to nine grandchildren and eight... Full story
Larry Rockvoy Larry Roy Rockvoy, 71 of Devils Lake, N.D., died on Friday, December 29, 2023, at his home in the loving care of family and friends. Funeral services for Larry were held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Devils Lake on Friday, January 5, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., with Reverend JoHanna Buchholz officiating. Military Honors were accorded by the Neathery-Simensen Post #756, Devils Lake Veterans of Foreign Wars and the North Dakota Military Funeral Honors Team-Navy. Burial will be in the... Full story
Fonda Rexin Fonda Rexin, age 73, of Carrington, N.D., passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sat., Dec. 23, 2023. Fonda's visitation was held Wed., Dec. 27, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., followed by her funeral service at 10:00 a.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. Pastor Nate Skaife was officiant and pianist was Joye Stolz. Hymns were "Abide With Me" and "Amazing Grace." A private burial was held afterwards at the New Home Seventh-Day Adventist Church cemetery, rural Sykeston, N.D.... Full story
Keith Rost Keith Eldore Rost, 77, passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at his home in Jamestown, N.D., surrounded by family. Keith's visitation was Friday, December 15, 2023, from, 1:00-5:00 p.m., at Evans Funeral Home, New Rockford. A funeral service was held Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at Grandfield Lutheran Church, rural Sheyenne, N.D., with Rev. Jeff Halverson officiating. Mary Ellen Rue was organist. Congregational hymns were "Standing On The Promises," "All Hail The... Full story
Carmen VanRay Carmen VanRay, 91, formerly of Pingree, N.D., passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023, in Carrington, N.D. Her visitation was Tuesday, December 19, 2023, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington. Carmen's funeral service was Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington, N.D., with Rev. Bryce Tahran officiating. ArvaDell Tahran was pianist. Rev. Bryce Tahran and ArvaDell T... Full story
Mason Schuster Mason Milo Schuster, 19 years old, passed away on December 10, 2023, at his home outside of New Rockford, N.D. Mason's visitation was Sunday, Dec. 17 from 5:00-7:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at First Lutheran Church, New Rockford. A funeral service was held Monday, December 18, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at First Lutheran Church, New Rockford, with Rev. Amy Kippen officiating. Kerstin Allmaras was organist and Hallie Brown was vocalist. His burial was at the... Full story
Donna Bonderud Donna Bonderud, 68, of Jamestown, N.D., passed away Monday morning, December 18, 2023, at SMP Health – Ave Maria, Jamestown. She was born October 23, 1955, the daughter of Joseph Hafner and Beatrice (Laber) Hafner-Schelling. Donna was a loving, hard-working lady! She spent over 40 years at UND/NDUS, Grand Forks, N.D. After her retirement, her goal was spending time and money on grandkids! Donna is survived by her sons, Nathan (Nicole) amd Steven (Andrea); her five grandkids and s... Full story
Rebecca Cunningham Rebecca “Becky” Cunningham, age 51, of Jamestown, N.D., died on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at her residence, Jamestown. A private family service will be held for Rebecca. Her burial will be at the Grace City Cemetery. Arrangements by Evans Funeral Home, Carrington and New Rockford, N.D.... Full story
James Leadbetter James A. Leadbetter passed away December 9, 2023, at SMP Health – St. Raphael, Valley City, N.D., under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley at the age of 99. His funeral service was at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, December 16 at Oliver-Nathan Funeral Chapel, Valley City with visitation one hour before the funeral service at the chapel. Burial will be at Memory Gardens in the spring. James Arthur Leadbetter was born December 7, 1924, to Olive (Bragg) and Harrison D. L... Full story
Allyn Grahn Allyn Grahn, 83, of Valley City, N.D., formerly Carrington, N.D., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home on November 4, 2023. The funeral service was held Friday, November 10, 2023, at Oliver-Nathan Funeral Chapel, Valley City with burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Jamestown, N.D. Allyn Grahn was born on August 11, 1940, to Fritz and Mae Grahn. Allyn spent his school years at Wimbledon, N.D. On October 12, 1962, he married the love of his life, Elaine Walker, at... Full story
Randy Neumiller Randy Jay Neumiller, 63, of Jamestown, N.D., passed away November 29, 2023, at Eventide Senior Living Communities with his family by his side. Randy was born June 12, 1960 in Harvey, N.D., to Lawrence and Alice (Brown) Neumiller. Due to being born with Spina Bifida, he had surgery at seven days old. The family lived in Bowdon, N.D., and later moved to New Rockford, N.D., where he began his education. In 1969, the family moved to Jamestown, N.D., and he finished his education at... Full story
Kathleen Silkey Kathleen Ann Silkey, age 73, passed away on November 14, 2023, after her battle with liver cancer. Kathie was born to Ted and Dorothy Edinger May 20, 1950, in Carrington, N.D. Kathie attended Carrington High School being active in cheerleading, choir and other activities. She graduated from Dickinson State Nursing School as a LPN. Kathie met Roger during high school and they formed a loving relationship that lasted until her passing. They were married September 13, 1969, in... Full story
Marlene Ekren Marlene Ekren, 86, died Monday, December 4, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Marlene's visitation was Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. followed by a prayer service at 7:30 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington. A funeral service was held Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., at United Methodist Church, Kensal, N.D., with Jeanne Sortland officiating. Music was by Daniel Florhaug and Ross Florhaug. Honorary pallbearers were all of Marlene's... Full story
Charles Gilje Charles J. Gilje, Billings, Montana, died November 25, 2023, at his home in Billings. He was 81 years old. Gilje was born February 2, 1942, in Rugby, North Dakota, to J.A. (Arnie) Gilje and May Gilje (former publishers of the Foster County Independent). He grew up in Carrington, N.D., graduating from Carrington High School in 1960. He attended Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota, for one year, and North Dakota State University in Fargo, N.D., for three years, graduating in... Full story
Gladys Morlock Gladys Morlock, age 100½, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Center, Park River, N.D. Gladys Pearl Reutter was born June 19, 1923, in Wells County in her parents' home at Chaseley, N.D., the daughter of Barney and Addie Pearl (Basset) Reutter and was the tenth of thirteen children. Gladys attended grade school and high school in Chaseley and Hurdsfield, N.D. On May 26, 1944, Gladys was united in marriage to Harold Morlock of Heaton, N.D., at... Full story
Ray Kelly Ray McLeod Kelly, 98, of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Carrington, N.D., passed away October 18, 2023. Ray was born July 11, 1925 in Langdon, N.D. and was the son of Mae and Ray Dermot Kelly. Shortly after his high school graduation in 1944, Ray entered the United States Navy, serving from aboard the destroyer, USS Wickes during World War II. He married his beloved Helen, wife of 66 blessed years, in 1949, and eventually made their home in Carrington, N.D. There, they raised their three... Full story
Weston Rudel Weston Wilfred Rudel, 100, of Fessenden, N.D., passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at St. Aloisius Nursing Home in Harvey, N.D. Memorial services were held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 25, 2023, at First Lutheran Church in Fessenden with Pastor Shirley Teske officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to the service. Burial took place at Hillside Cemetery. Weston, son of Herbert E. Rudel and Emma E. (Burgstahler) Rudel was born September 8, 1923, at his Fessenden rural... Full story
Lavon Lawrence Lavon Emma (Stokes) Lawrence, age 83, peacefully departed on November 11, 2023, in Carrington, N.D., surrounded by two of her daughters. Lavon was born May 8, 1940, to Erling and Erma (Helm) Stokes in Cathay, N.D. A private graveside service was held Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the Carrington Cemetery. Lavon's Celebration of Life open house was held Saturday, November 25, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., at the Chieftain, Carrington, N.D. Lavon graduated from Carrington High... Full story
Arlo Omoth Arlo "Bummy" Omoth, age 85, of New Rockford, N.D., died Friday, November 10, 2023, at the Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd, New Rockford. Arlo's visitation was Tuesday, November 14, 2023, from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, New Rockford. A funeral service was held Wednesday, November 15 at 10:30 a.m., at First Lutheran Church, New Rockford, with Pastor Amy Kippen officiating. Vocalists were Deborah Omoth and Karla Berglund.... Full story
Vernette Neva Vernette Frances Neva, 96, of rural Kensal, N.D., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, peacefully at her home with family by her side. A visitation will be Tues., Nov. 21, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary Service at 6:45 p.m., and a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at St. John's Catholic Church, Kensal. Vernette's Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., at St. John's Catholic Church, Kensal, with Father Pfau officiating. Kath... Full story
Alan Reichenberger Alan E. Reichenberger, 84, Manfred, N.D., passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at CHI St. Alexius Hospital, Dickinson, N.D. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the Chaseley United Methodist Church with Rev. Warren Rhodes officiating. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery in Cathay, N.D. Visitation was from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Friday November 17 at the Nelson Funeral Home in Fessenden, N.D. Alan Emil Reichenberger was born September 16, 1939, in... Full story
Allen Storkson Allen Orville Storkson, 77, of Jamestown, N.D., was called home by his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by family. Allen was born April 23, 1946, at New Rockford, N.D., to Arthur and Florence (Nelson) Storkson. He grew up in the Binford, N.D., area, graduating from Binford High School in 1964. He went on to graduate from Molar Barber College in 1965. He married Cheryl Laber on June 1, 1968, in New Rockford. They made their... Full story
Paula Biel Paula Biel, age 74, died November 2, 2023, after her fourth courageous battle with cancer at Sanford on Broadway, Fargo, N.D. Paula's visitation was Wednesday, November 8, 2023, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D., with Rev. Corey Pepple officiating. Recorded music was "The Old Rugged Cross," "What A Friend We Have In Jesus," "Amazing Grace," and "It Is Well With My Soul." Her burial was at the Melville... Full story
Catherine Morlock Catherine Ann Morlock, 81, Bismarck, N.D., passed away on Oct. 31, 2023, in a Bismarck Care Center. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 2:00 p.m. at Bismarck Funeral Home. Burial was held at St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service. Catherine (Kay) was born December 30, 1941, in Carrington, N.D., and passed away on October 31, 2023, at St. Gabriel's Nursing Home in Bismarck, N.D. It was at the Rainbow Gardens dance hall in Carrington... Full story
