The Official Newspaper for Foster County
The Official Newspaper for Foster County
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Ardella Ockert Ardella Ockert, 92, formerly of New Rockford and Cathay, N.D., died August 19, 2023, in Reno, Nevada. A private family burial was held at Lakeview Cemetery in Cathay. Ardella was born December 19, 1930, to John and Laura Martin near Cathay, N.D. She attended school in Cathay. One of her proud achievements was earning her GED later in life. She married Richard Ockert on October 20, 1949. They made their home on the farm near Cathay. They had a daughter, Laura, and a son, William. R... Full story
Louis Allmaras Louis James Allmaras, 60, of New Rockford, N.D., passed away at the family farm on September 26, 2023. Louis was born to Jerome and Phyllis Allmaras on September 29, 1962. He attended the New Rockford High School and graduated in 1980. After graduating he primarily worked in construction doing renovations on homes. Louie lived in Fargo, N.D., Bismarck, N.D., Siren, Wis., Panama City Beach, Fla., and several other cities around the country, enjoying each one in their own way. He de... Full story
Thomas Klocke Thomas Allen Klocke passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on Sunday, October 1, 2023, after 73 years on this earth. Tom's graveside service will be held Saturday, October 14, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., at the Carrington Cemetery, Carrington, N.D. Tom was born to John and Ione (Hillstrom) Klocke in New Rockford, N.D., on June 4, 1950. He was raised on a small family farm in Sykeston, N.D., along with five older brothers and two younger sisters. When he was four years old, he... Full story
Peter Becherl Peter Lynn Becherl, 77, of Montrose, Colorado, died September 23, 2023, at home following a long illness. Pete was born in Sharon, North Dakota, on January 31, 1946, to Theodore and Burnice (Myer) Becherl. He grew up on the family farm near McHenry, N.D., and graduated from McHenry High School in 1964. He married Louise Quam in 1967. In 1969, he graduated from Valley City State College majoring in mathematics and minoring in chemistry and physics. Pete taught high school math and was principal at McHenry High School for five... Full story
Lawrence Polries Lawrence "Larry" Joseph Polries, 63, Jamestown, N.D., died in an accident on September 19, 2023. Larry's visitation was Friday, September 22, 2023, from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m., with family present from 4:00-7:00 p.m., and a Rosary Service at 6:45 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church, Sykeston, N.D., with Father... Full story
Gary Rosenau Gary Rosenau, age 88, of Bordulac, N.D., passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023, during his last harvest near Carrington, N.D. Gary's visitation was Thursday, Sept. 28 from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m., at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, and continued from 6:00 -7:00 p.m., at the Federated Church UCC/UMC, Carrington, followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. A funeral service was held Friday, September 29 at 10:30 a.m., at the Federated Church UCC/UMC, Carrington, with Rev. Rick Loewen... Full story
Gloria Hoffman Gloria Mae Hoffman, 71, of Bismarck, N.D., passed away September 4, 2023. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023, at Bismarck Funeral Home. Family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at the Carrington Cemetery, Carrington, N.D., with the graveside prayers at the funeral home. Gloria Mae Hoffman was born on May 9, 1952, in Fargo, N.D., to Albert Hoffman and Ella Elsie Schulz. She grew up in Robinson,... Full story
Daniel Mack Daniel G. Mack, 80, Fessenden, N.D., passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington, N.D. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday October 2 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Fessenden. Fr. Steven Wirth will officiate and the burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Fessenden. Visitation will be from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 1 at Nelson Funeral Home, Fessenden. A rosary and vigil service at St. Augustine Church will follow at 7:00 p.m. Dan... Full story
Marlin Erickson Marlin "Pete" Erickson of New Rockford, N.D., formerly of McHenry, N.D., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, N.D. Pete's visitation will be Tuesday, from 1:00-5:00 p.m., with family present from 3:00-5:00 p.m., at Evans Funeral Home, New Rockford, N.D. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. A private family burial will take pla... Full story
Kevin Pierce Kevin Wayne Pierce, 56, of Mandan, N.D., passed away on September 12, 2023, unexpectedly from health complications. Memorial service was held at 10 a.m., on Friday, September 15, 2023, at Buehler-Larson Funeral Home in Mandan with Rev. Phil Leer presiding. Burial was at 4 p.m., in the Carrington City Cemetery, Carrington, N.D. Kevin was born on June 20, 1967, in Carrington, N.D., to Charles and Diane (Land) Pierce. His siblings were Dawn, Michelle, and Curtis. After the passing of h... Full story
Hugh Putnam Hugh Dyer Putnam passed away September 4, 2023, at the age of 95. Hugh was born on February 12, 1928, in Carrington, North Dakota, to parents Hugh and Blanche Putnam. He lived a life marked by many achievements and contributions. After serving honorably in the 6th Infantry Division in the Pacific and the 47th Infantry Division during the Korean War, he returned home to marry his high school sweetheart, Natalie Knott. His previous education in the local Carrington public school... Full story
Gary Mackrill Gary Brian Mackrill, age 69, of Cathay, N.D., passed away on September 13, 2023, in Fargo, N.D., with his wife, Linda, by his side. Gary's visitation was Sunday, September 17, 2023 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., followed by a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evangelical Free Church, New Rockford, N.D. A funeral service was held Monday, September 18 at 11:00 a.m., at Evangelical Free Church, New Rockford with Pastor Joe Greiner officiating. Congregational Hymns were "Power in the... Full story
Alan Willyard Alan Willyard, age 91, died Thursday, September 7, 2023, at CHI St. Alexius Health in Carrington with his son by his side. Alan's visitation was Tuesday, Sept. 12 from 1:00-7:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. A funeral service was held Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., at the Federated Church, in Carrington, N.D., with Pastor Rick Lowen officiating. Audra Kutz-Mehl was soloist and Clara Edwardson was... Full story
Cynthia Miller Cynthia Cherise Miller, known as Cyndi to many, passed away with family by her side on September 9, 2023, after a brave battle with stage IV glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. On May 17, 2023, at the young age of 56, Cyndi received the disheartening news that she had a brain tumor. She remained positive and optimistic, despite the unsettling odds of what the future would hold. Cyndi was born on February 25, 1967, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to her parents, Marilyn and Calvin... Full story
Dorothy Kracht Dorothy Kracht, 87, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at her home with her family at her side. Dorothy's visitation was on Friday, September 8 from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 6:45 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Carrington, N.D., with Fr. Terry Dodge officiating. Her burial was at the... Full story
Ellen Kienitz Ellen Kienitz, died at the age of 101, on Wednesday, August 31, 2023, while in the care of CHI Health at Home Hospice at St. Raphael's Nursing Home in Valley City, N.D. The funeral service was at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 8, 2023, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Valley City. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial was in Memory Gardens, Valley City. Ellen Helen Clara Kienitz was born December 19, 1921, to William Kienitz and Emma (Grager) Kienitz on a... Full story
Vikki Sondag Vikki Ann Sondag, age 72, of Carrington, N.D., died peacefully on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, N.D. She was surrounded by her family and friends at the time of her passing. Vikki's visitation was on Thursday, September 7 from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 6:45 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, September 8 at 10:30 a.m., at Sacred Heart... Full story
Karen Theis Karen Theis, age 81, of Jamestown, N.D., died on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington, N.D. Her visitation was Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 2:00-7:00 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington. Karen's Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, August 31, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Carrington, N.D., with Father Terry Dodge officiating. Music was by the Sacred... Full story
Judith Einarson Judith "Judy" Einarson, 86, Bismarck, N.D., formerly of Minot, N.D., and Upham, N.D., died Friday, August 25, 2023, at the Baptist Health and Rehab Care Center in Bismarck. On Nov. 25, 1936, in Harvey, N.D., Judith Lee Stock was born to Albert and Myrtle (Alfson) Stock. She was raised and attended elementary and high school in Fessenden, N.D. Judy went on to college at Valley City State College and received her Elementary Teaching Certificate. Judy taught first grade at Bel Air... Full story
Vivian Miller Vivian Miller, age 88, went to be with her Lord peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Vivian was born to Bernardt and Mary, the second child of seven. She was raised on the family farm and attended school in Esmond, N.D. She married Harlan Miller on February 18, 1952. They were blessed with eight children – Sheryl (Doug) Pellett, Bonita (Brian) Carlson, Rickie Miller, Kathy (Eyvonne) Miller, LaVonne (Don) Kautzmann, Pam (Doug) Hoff, Tina (Brett) Rogers, Harlan (... Full story
Wayne Topp Wayne Topp, 92, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd, New Rockford, N.D. Wayne's visitation was Tuesday, August 22, 2023, from 1:00 – 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, August 23 at 10:30 a.m., at Grace Lutheran Church, Grace City, N.D. His burial was at the Grace City Cemetery, Grace City, with Rev. Amy Kippen officiating. Kathy McCracken w... Full story
Arvilla Weber Arvilla Mae Weber, age 92, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Golden Acres Manor, Carrington, N.D. Her visitation was Wednesday, August 16 from 1:00-7:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington. Her funeral service was Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Grace Lutheran Church, Carrington, N.D., with Rev. Biberdorf officiating. Reneé Hopkins was organist. Congregational hymns were "Abide With Me," "Beautiful... Full story
Doug Schaefer Douglas Jerome Schaefer, 59, died August 9, 2023, in New Rockford, N.D. Doug died a natural death, without seeking medical intervention, in accordance with deeply held beliefs he formed based on his many years working in nature. Doug was born April 7, 1964, in New Rockford to James and Darlene (Kruger) Schaefer. He graduated from New Rockford High School in 1982, from Princeton University in 1986 (BA in Economics/Economic History), and from Northwestern University in 1989 (MA in... Full story
Charles Dubourt Charles Paul Dubourt, "Chuck," 70, died Friday August 4, 2023, at St. George Regional Hospital, St. George, Utah, from effects of type 2 diabetes. Charles was born September 27, 1952, in Grand Forks, N.D. He graduated from Bowdon High School, 1970, and went on to earn a Master's Degree of Business Administration from the University of North Dakota, 1979. He was active in ROTC at UND, then entered the U.S. Army earning the rank of Captain. Charles worked in business throughout... Full story
Charlotte Uehran Charlotte A. Uehran passed away peacefully at Eventide Assisted Living in Jamestown at the age of 92 on Aug. 12, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Charlotte was born July 14, 1931, in the Courtenay area. She was the daughter of Ben and Elizabeth (Nihill) Hoggarth. She was the oldest of seven children. She graduated from Courtenay High School in 1949 and attended Valley City College for four summers and taught in the Ashland Corinne Township for six years. On June 28, 1955, she... Full story
