The Official Newspaper for Foster County
The Official Newspaper for Foster County
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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
Laurie J. Bagan Laurie J. Bagan, née Peterson (Laurel), passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends who loved her on September 23, 2023, at her home in Denver, Colo. Laurie was born on August 20, 1945, to parents Lloyd Peterson and Joyce Footitt Peterson. She grew up in her beloved hometown of Carrington, North Dakota. After graduating from Carrington High School in 1963, Laurie earned a BA from the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, and an MSW from the University of... Full story
Rebecca Goter-Kuruc Rebecca "Becca" Goter-Kuruc, of Woodworth, N.D., was taken suddenly and peacefully from her family and friends much too early at the young age of 42 on the evening of October 24, 2023. Her funeral service was held on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Woodworth, N.D., with Pastor Robert Hill officiating. Hymns were "The Old Rugged Cross," "Just As I Am," "How Great Thou Art" and "Jesus Loves Me." Fellowship continued following the luncheon... Full story
Joan Chaney Joan Chaney, 87, of Jamestown, N.D., passed away early Tuesday morning, October 24, 2023, at Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, N.D. Joan was born August 7, 1936, on the family farm west of Edmunds, N.D., the daughter of Charles and Mamie (Rue) Lutman. She attended high school in Jamestown where she also worked for a photographer for room and board. After graduating from Jamestown High School, Joan moved to Chicago, Ill., where she worked. Isom Chaney followed Joan to Chicago after his... Full story
Patricia Lampert Patricia Lampert, 84, of Kensal, N.D., passed away Saturday morning, October 28, 2023, at her home with her family by her side. Patricia Ann was born July 20, 1939, in Jamestown, N.D., the daughter of Walter M. and Ellen B. (White) Peterson. She graduated from Kensal High School in 1958. She was united in marriage to Gorden G. Lampert on June 2, 1960, at Kensal. They made their home there and raised two children, Jacqueline and Joel. She was a member of St. John's Catholic... Full story
Gary Cunningham Gary Duane Cunningham, age 66, of Grace City, N.D., died Sunday, October 15, 2023, at his home of natural causes. Gary's visitation was Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., followed by a funeral Service at 2:00 p.m., all at Faith E Free Church, Grace City, N.D., with Rev. Dave Fix officiating. Karol Kapelle was pianist and congregational hymns were "How Great Thou Art," "In the Sweet By and By," and "Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus." His burial was at the Grace City... Full story
Florence Gisvold Florence Gisvold, 92, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, with her family by her side at the Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd, New Rockford, N.D. Florence's visitation was Tuesday, October 24, 2023, from 1:00-7:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary Service at 6:30 p.m., and a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Carrington, with... Full story
Darlene Daugherty Darlene Audrey Daugherty, 86, died peacefully on October 22, 2023, in New Rockford, N.D., surrounded by her four children. Darlene's visitation was Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 3:00-7:00 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, New Rockford. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Catholic Church, New Rockford, with Fr. Bernard Pfau and Fr. Reese Weber... Full story
Mari Ann Peterson Mari Ann (McDonald) Peterson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023, at the age of 98 at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington, N.D. Her funeral service will be held on Monday, October 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, N.D., with Angie Olson and Pam Erickson officiating. Teresa Edland is the pianist and Scott Buemer is soloist ("In the Garden"). Congregational hymn is "The Old Rugged Cross." Her... Full story
Gary Morlock Gary W. Morlock, 80, of Bismarck, N.D., passed away on October 10, 2023, at Edgewood Memory Care in Bismarck, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Bismarck Funeral Home with Rev. Lee Herberg officiating. Burial was held at St. Mary's Cemetery in Bismarck. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service. Gary was born January 28, 1943, in Carrington, N.D., to Rudy and Susie Morlock. It was at the... Full story
Paulette Leik Paulette Leik, age 74, of Carrington, N.D., passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Golden Acres Manor, Carrington, N.D. Paulette's funeral service was held Wednesday, October 18 at 2:00 p.m., at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, with Rev. Rick Loewen officiating. Recorded music was "Softly and Tenderly," and "In the Garden." Honorary bearer was Paulette's special niece, Terry Hennings. Paulette was born on March 2, 1949, in Carrington, to Virgil and Doris (Purcell)... Full story
Robert Backman Robert "Bob" Jon Backman, age 65, of New Rockford, N.D., passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, at CHI St Alexius Health, Carrington, N.D., after a courageous seven-year battle with cancer. Bob's visitation was Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 10:30 a.m., all at the First Lutheran Church, New Rockford, with Pastor Mindy Meier officiating. Kerstin Allmaras was violinist, Joann Leichtman was pianist and Katie Allmaras and Hallie Brown were... Full story
Perry Oster Perry M. Oster, age 60, of Langdon, North Dakota, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. A visitation was held on Monday, October 9 from 5:00-6:00 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 6:00 p.m., at St. Alphonsus Church, Langdon, N.D. Perry's Carrington visitation was on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m., with family present from 5:00-7:00 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 6:45 p.m., followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans F... Full story
Lillian Pedersen Lillian Pedersen, 102, of Carrington, N.D., died on Monday, September 25, 2023, at Golden Acres Manor in Carrington. Lillian's visitation was Friday, September 29 from 5:00-7:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington. A funeral service was held Saturday, September 30 at 2:00 p.m., at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, with Rev. Russ Christianson officiating. Recorded music was "The Old Rugged Cross" and "What a Friend We Have In Jesus... Full story
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
