Obituaries
Linda Kay Cournia
Sep 27, 2023
Linda Kay (Morrisey) Cournia, 74, a lifelong Crookston, MN resident, was surrounded by family when she passed away September 27, 2023, in Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, where she was being treated for recent health issues.
Linda Kay Morrisey was born on November 3, 1948, to John and Dorothy (Glass) Morrisey and attended St. Joseph's Academy, graduating in 1966. She...
Justin Isaacson
Sep 23, 2023
Justin Alan Isaacson, 34, of Warroad, MN, and formerly of Crookston, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, September 23, 2023. Justin was born to Dean and Linda (Lubarski) Isaacson in Crookston at Riverview on July 15, 1989. After high school he moved to Warroad, MN, where he met Jennifer (Manivong) Isaacson. They married on August 1, 2020 and to...
Ralph Orin Bowman
Sep 22, 2023
Ralph Orin Bowman, 80, of Crookston, MN, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND, after a courageous battle with renal Kidney failure.
Ralph was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Ralph and Louise (Marchant) Bowman. Ralph spent his early years residing with his paternal Grandmother and later moved to Minnesota for treatment for epilepsy. Ralph...
Francis "Franny" Duane DeBoer
Sep 22, 2023
It with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Francis "Franny" Duane DeBoer, 91, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Franny passed away peacefully in his rural Crookston home on September 22, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.Franny's journey in life began in Crookston, MN on April 30, 1932, one of five children of parents, Frank and...
Earl John Proulx
Sep 17, 2023
Earl John Proulx, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 17, 2023, at his Crookston home surrounded by loved ones. Earl was born on July 1, 1930, at home to Emery and Frances (Verbout) Proulx. He was the third of 11 children who were raised in Argyle, Minnesota. He attended a one room schoolhouse with his siblings, often...
Mary Ellen Normandin
Sep 11, 2023
Mary Ellen Normandin, 73, of Crookston, MN, passed away early Monday afternoon, September 11, 2023, in RiverView Health, while surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was born in Georgetown, MN on August 6, 1950, one of twelve children of the union of Andrew and Rose (Brunelle) Hermann. While growing up in Georgetown she was baptized and confirmed in St....
Randall Hughes
Sep 6, 2023
Randall Wayne Hughes of Crookston, MN ends his undefeated record proving doctors wrong on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was 71.
He started the streak on July 12, 1952, in Escondido, CA, and at the age of 5 had his first open heart surgery. He moved to Minnesota at the age of 18, attending college in Moorhead, MN. Thereafter,...
Brenda Ann Desrosier
Aug 29, 2023
Brenda Ann Desrosier, 60, a beloved member of the community, passed away on August 29, 2023, at her home. Born in Crookston, MN on February 23, 1963, she lived a life filled with love, laughter, and compassion.Brenda's career spanned over many dedicated years at the American Crystal Sugar Company. She was known for her unwavering work ethic and commitment to...
Harry Newman Manole
Aug 23, 2023
Harry Newman Manole, 90, known affectionately as "The Sweetheart Bread Man" and renowned for having the "best buns in town," dedicated his life to serving the community of Crookston. He was a beloved figure, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those he encountered. With great sadness, we announce that Harry passed away on August 23, 2023, at Villa...
Dennis Odin Hegge
Aug 16, 2023
Dennis Odin Hegge, 81, a longtime East Grand Forks, MN resident, passed away early Wednesday evening, August 16, 2023, in Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, with family at his side.
Dennis was born in Crookston, MN on February 3, 1942, the son of Orris Odin and Alice Erma (Thompson) Hegge. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith...
Susan Elizabeth "Susie" Volker
Aug 14, 2023
Susan Elizabeth “Susie” Volker, 56, of Fisher, MN, passed away early Monday morning, August 14, 2023, in Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, ND, with members of her loving family at her side. In 2016 Susie Was Diagnosed with Breast Cancer and beat it. August 4th 2023 Susie was diagnosed with Metastatic breast cancer, unfortunately it was a battle she was...
Bennie Almer Nelson
Aug 9, 2023
Bennie Almer Nelson, a devoted family man and dedicated car enthusiast, passed away peacefully at his home on August 9, 2023, with his family by his side. Born on November 5, 1952, in Grafton, ND, to loving parents Everett and Stella Nelson, Bennie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. On January 8, 1975, Bennie married the love of his...
Dallas Leroy Stortroen
Aug 3, 2023
Dallas Leroy Stortroen, 82, a beloved member of the Climax community, passed away on August 3, 2023, at the Benedictine Living Community in Crookston, Minnesota. He will be remembered as a hardworking individual with a vibrant personality and numerous interests.Born on December 25, 1940, in Crookston, Minnesota, to loving parents Morris and Georgia (Koppang) Stortroen; Dallas grew up surrounded by...
Addison Lynn Loiland
Aug 2, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Addison Lynn Loiland, a precious baby who brought immense joy to her loving parents and all who knew her. Addison's life may have been brief, but the impact she made in the hearts of those around her will be cherished forever.Born in Fargo, ND on May 29, 2023, Addison...
Clifford Ben Wardlaw
Aug 1, 2023
Clifford Ben Wardlaw (63) passed away suddenly on August 1, 2023. Born on March 24, 1960, to Rebecca and Jim Wardlaw in Pueblo, CO. He spent his childhood traveling the US with his three siblings: Pauline, Robert, and John. The family settled in Waverly, IA, where he graduated from WSR High School and later Wartburg College.
After college, he moved...
Allen Ray Stortroen
Jul 29, 2023
Allen Ray Stortroen, 67, a Crookston, MN native, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home Saturday morning, July 29, 2023.
Allen was born on July 31, 1955 in Crookston, the 5th of 6 children of the union of Sidney H. and Lois Eva (Bennen) Stortroen. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church where he...
Arlene Marie Johnson
Jul 23, 2023
Arlene Marie Johnson, 90, of Crookston, MN, passed away in Benedictine Living Community Crookston on Sunday afternoon, July 23, 2023, with family at her side.
Arlene was born on April 18, 1933 in Crookston to William and Myrtle (Lindberg) Mulcahy. Her education began in the one-room Ranch Country School followed by high school at Crookston’s Central High and graduation...
Betty LuVern Dale
Jul 20, 2023
Betty LuVern Dale, 89, of Crookston, Minnesota, passed away in her home Thursday evening, July 20, 2023, with members of her loving family at her side.
Betty was born on the family farmstead near Halstad, MN on March 12, 1934, the youngest of four children of the union of Lars and Dina (Oien) Stene. She was baptized...
Butterfly Release
Jul 12, 2023
We invite you to our Annual Butterfly Release on Wednesday July 12, 2023, at 3:30 pm.at Stenshoel Houske Funeral Home. Light refreshment's will be provided followed b y a brief program and the butterfly release.
Robynn Lyn Stanislowski
Jul 1, 2023
Robynn Lynn Stanislowski, a kind and nurturing soul with a wonderful sense of humor, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, North Dakota. She was born on July 7, 1967, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, to her loving mother Patricia Ann Stanislowski. Robynn was a beloved member of the Crookston Community and graduate of...
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