Obituaries
Vonnie Stenger
Jul 1, 2025
Vonnie Lynn Stenger, 74, a devoted mother, caregiver, and friend, died peacefully in her home on July 1. Vonnie was born into the Beto family and raised in Detroit Lakes, MN.
A funeral service will be held on at 11am on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at First Lutheran Church in Detroit Lakes. Family will greet friends for one hour...
Eugene John Prechel
Jun 26, 2025
Eugene John Prechel passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, June 26th, at the age of 91. He was born on August 19, 1933, in Springfield, MN. He lived a good, long life, beloved by many for his ability to remember names, make someone feel like a good friend within minutes, and his wacky sense of humor.
Born in the...
Robert Roland Hoover
Jun 23, 2025
Robert "Bob" Roland Hoover was born April 12, 1940, in Faribault, Minnesota. Parents were Helen (Kertcher) and Roland Hoover. He was the oldest of 11 children.
Bob went to Elementary school at Little Prairie and Northfield, Mn. high school. While at YTC Bible camp he met Dorothy Hanson. They were both campers and then counselors. Bob joined the Navy in 1959...
Robert Gene Leach
Jun 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Robert Gene Leach October 8, 1951 - June 20, 2025
With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life of Robert Gene Leach, affectionately known as “Bob” to his many friends and family. Bob passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, adventure, and unwavering loyalty to the people...
Patricia Joy Maloney
Jun 19, 2025
Patricia J. “Tricia” Maloney age 69 of Detroit Lakes, MN died June 19, 2025, in her residence, under the care of Hospice and her loving family.
Patricia Joy Maloney was born October 2, 1955, in Detroit Lakes, MN to Lloyd and Pearl (Johnson) Kohler. She grew up on the family farm and received her education in Audubon, MN, graduating from Audubon...
Walter "Wally" Loran
Jun 17, 2025
Walter “Wally” Loran passed away peacefully at home in Sun Lakes AZ on June 17, 2025, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on April 18, 1931, the son of Joseph and Elizabeth Loran.
Wally grew up during the Great Depression on the south side of Dickinson ND, where most everyone was poor and scratching out a living. He...
Everett Arlo Anderson
Jun 13, 2025
Everett A. Anderson age 71 of Detroit Lakes, Mn died June 13, 2025, at Sanford Health – Broadway in Fargo, ND.
Everett Arlo Anderson was born April 21, 1954, in Moorhead, MN to Arvid and Clarice (Nelson) Anderson. His family farmed near Hawley, MN and Everett attended grade school in Hawley. In 1965 they moved to Detroit Lakes where he finished...
Donald Earl Kubitz
Jun 10, 2025
Donald Earl Kubitz, age 94, of Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, died June 10, 2025, at Ecumen/Emmanuel Nursing Home in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley.
He grew up and attended school in Friberg Township of Otter Tail County, Minnesota. He enlisted in the US Army in 1952 and was stationed in Germany, where he served...
Terry Lee Anderson
Jun 9, 2025
Terry Lee Anderson was born on July 10, 1946, at Swedish Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was the son of Al and Val. Terry graduated in 1964 and soon after enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Piedmont and was honorably discharged in 1970.
In 1971, Terry met his wife, Lynn. She...
Sylvia Arlene Morgan
May 24, 2025
Sylvia Arlene Morgan, Associate Professor Emeritus of Minnesota State University at Moorhead, died on May 24, 2025, at Pelican Landing in Detroit Lakes, MN at age 94, with family by her side.
Sylvia was the older of two daughters born to George “Mike” Morgan and Caroline Randa (Erickson) Morgan. She loved growing up in Oakes, ND where she was a proud...
Shirley Ann Larson
May 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of Shirley Ann Larson, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother & Friend
Shirley Ann Larson passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was the devoted wife of Richard Larson for over 70 years.
Shirley was the proud mother of seven children: Debbie (Glenn) Disse, Betty Disse, Dennis Larson, Paul (Patty) Larson, Jill Larson (Marc), and Sherry (Rob) Kneifl. Her legacy continues...
Cheryl Brehm
Apr 29, 2025
Cheryl was born, raised in and a lifelong resident of Detroit Lakes. She was the oldest of four siblings. She graduated from DL Senior High and attended DL Vocational/Technical College.
Cheryl spent many years working as a Land/Title Abstractor. In the early 1990’s she co-owned a business, Lakes Abstract, with an aunt, Goldie Hagen.
During her “retirement years”, she worked as a...
Marilyn J Nodsle
Apr 17, 2025
Marilyn Backstrom Nodsle (July 9, 1931 – April 17, 2025)
Marilyn Jeanette Backstrom was born July 9, 1931, to Elmer and Jennie (Gustafson) Backstrom in Maine Township in Ottertail County, younger sister to Lennart and Elroy. Marilyn was baptized at Central Lutheran Church, Pelican Rapids.
The family moved from Maine Township to live with grandparents near Erhard, MN. Marilyn went to elementary...
Mildred Elaine Blauert
Apr 14, 2025
Mildred Elaine Blauert passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 88. Mildred was born on December 17, 1936, to Wilfred and Dorothy Sarvie of Ponsford, MN.
Mildred married Arnold Blauert Sr. on September 3, 1956. Mildred resided and worked on the family farm with her husband, Arnold, and mother-in-law, Anna S. Blauert, and later her 8 children. She...
Arnold Richard Blauert, Sr.
Apr 6, 2025
Arnold Richard Blauert, Sr. passed away on April 6, 2025 at the age of 93. Arnold was born on April 22,1931, to Richard and Anna S. Blauert of Toad Lake Township.
Arnold married Mildred Elaine Sarvie on September 3, 1956. Arnold resided and worked on the family farm with his wife, Mildred and mother, Anna S. Blauert, and later his 8...
Thomas Victor Augustin
Apr 4, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Victor Augustin, age 77, of Detroit Lakes, MN died April 4, 2025, at Pelican Landing Assisted Living in Detroit Lakes.
Tom was born on June 6, 1947, in St. James, MN to Urban and Rita (Hauser) Augustin. He grew up on the family farm near Godahl, MN and attended country school. He later graduated from St. James High School,...
Arlene Ruby Rishovd
Mar 28, 2025
Arlene Ruby Rishovd, gracefully walked through the gates of Heaven to meet our Lord and Savior on March 28, 2025.
Arlene was born on March 8, 1935, in Detroit Lakes, MN to Abner and Hazel Warren. She was the oldest of two siblings, Virginia and Joe. She grew up in a few different homes around Ogema, MN while attending Kaye’s Corner,...
Frank Lynn Noyes
Mar 20, 2025
Frank L. Noyes age 86, of Frazee, MN passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Perham Living in Perham, MN. No Services will be held.
Cheryl Strom
Mar 11, 2025
Cheryl Boyle Strom age 64 of Vergas, MN passed away March 11, 2025 at Essentia Health – St. Mary’s Hospital in Detroit Lakes, MN, under the care of Hospice.
Cheryl was born on October 29, 1960 to William and Beulah Boyle in Cascade, MT. She lived in Great Falls, MT until 1980, when she moved to Perham, MN. On August 7,...
Gordon Richard Martinson, Jr.
Mar 10, 2025
Gordy Martinson, 77, passed away on March 10, 2025, in Fargo, North Dakota at the VA Hospital. Born on February 27, 1948, in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, Gordy lived a life rooted in service, community, and family.
A proud veteran, Gordy served his country during the Vietnam War. Following their military service, he returned to Detroit Lakes and dedicated his career to...
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