All Obituaries

Larry Mickelson, 83, West Fargo, ND, passed on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Sanford Hospital, Fargo, ND. A full obituary will be posted as soon as available.     Visitation: Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 4-5:30 pm, at West Funeral Home, West Fargo, ND, with a prayer service at 5:30 pm. Service: Friday, April 26, 2024, at 10:30 am. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, West Fargo, ND, with visitation one hour before the service. Interment:  Holy Cross Cemetery-South,...

Darlene “Gladys” Rott, 86, of Fargo, ND died April 13, 2024. at SMP Health – St. Catherine’s South, after a lengthy illness. Darlene “Gladys” was the sixth child of Karl and Ottilia (Zimmerman) Schock, born on the family farm north of Ashley, ND. She was welcomed by Ella (David) (Herb) Albrecht, Katie (Arthur) Schaffer, Emma (Ben) Ulmer, Harold (Olga) Schock, and Darlene Schock who died of rheumatic fever before Darlene “Gladys” was born. She...

Katharine "Bonnie" Haglund, a devoted wife, loving mother of seven, cherished grandmother of 20, adored great-grandmother of 11, and beloved friend, passed away on April 12, 2024. She was born February 13, 1941, to Katharine Martin Haak and Willam Haak, the eldest of five siblings. Throughout her life, Bonnie's warmth, kindness, and vibrant personality touched the hearts of all who knew her. Bonnie's journey began as a dedicated student, aspiring nurse, and devoted...

      Spencer James Broton, age 70, died March 23, 2024 at his home in West Fargo, ND, of complications from a chronic neurodegenerative disorder caused by encephalitis in 2019.      Spencer was born November 10, 1953 in Dickinson, ND, the son of James A. and Eleanore (Behm) Broton.  He grew up in New England, ND, where he graduated in 1972.  Spencer received degrees from Lake Region Junior College, Dickinson State College and earned his...

Pat Selby, 64 of Page, ND died on Thursday, April 11, 2024 in her daughter’s home in Page ND, with the care of Hospice of Red River Valley.  She was born Jan. 10, 1960 in the Country of Guam to Billy and Marjorie Selby. The family navigated living abroad while Billy served in the US Air Force. They returned to the United States and to Melcher, Iowa where Pat graduated from high school. She worked a short time in Des Moines, IA and lived in Arkansas before settling in North...

Clair Alfred Sorensen 79 of Dilworth, MN passed away at his home Thursday, April 11th 2024, while under the care of Hospice.  Clair was born in Ogden, UT and moved with his family to the Fargo area when he was two years old.  Clair met his soulmate, Jean McDougall, in high school and they married on August 8th, 1964, and had three daughters Monica, Molly (D.1970) and Margo. They have had many fun adventures at their lake cabin throughout their years. “Clever Clair”...

    Doris Ella Fuss died Friday, February 16, 2024, at Eventide Nursing Home in Fargo, ND, at the age of 90. She was born April 5, 1933, in Kindred, ND, to Henry and Georgina (Richard) Brunette. She was one of 16 children raised in Wild Rice, ND.     Doris married Donald Joyce on October 25, 1952. They had 5 children; Duane, Thomas (Lynne), Michael, Genene (Dale) Peterson and Teri Gress. She later married Donald Fuss and had another son, David Fuss.    ...

   Marn L. Odden, 66, Fargo, ND passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Sanford Hospice House, Fargo, surrounded by her loving family.    Marn Louise Longbella was born on October 28, 1957 in Staples, MN to Charles Richard and June Louise (Wagner) Longbella.  Marn grew up and attended school in Staples, graduating from Motley High School.  During her school years, she was active in the Methodist church and developed a talent in music, choir and...

Candy Kempel, 57, Casselton, ND passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND Candyce Kempel was born Nov. 13, 1966 in Fargo, ND to Ferdinand and Ina (Schossow) Kempel. She graduated from Chaffee High School and Joseph’s School of Hair Design. She worked as a hairdresser for a short time. She worked at Microsoft in Fargo, Petro Service in Casselton and a Gordy’s Inc. in Casselton until her health didn’t allow. She loved to crochet and watch...

Celebrating a life well lived…    Pamela Jeane Gjerdevig (Simek), age 76, of West Fargo, ND, died on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Sheyenne Crossings.     Pam was born in Jamestown, ND, on May 18, 1947, to Bernard (BC) Simek and Rose Simek (Barta). She grew up in Fullerton, ND; this is where she met many of her dear friends, many of whom she stayed connected with throughout her life.    Pam briefly worked for the phone company as an operator; this is...