Obituaries

Oct 19, 2021

Sharon Ann Braun, 83, Detroit Lakes, MN, died Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Ecumen-Emmanuel Cottage in Detroit Lakes.

Sharon was born April 13, 1938 in Starbuck, MN to Walter and Kathryn (Voit) Gullickson. Sharon grew up on a dairy farm in rural Starbuck. In high school she participated in the one act plays. Her senior year, she...

Oct 19, 2021

On Tuesday, October 19, 2021, the Ludwig family lost a husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend after a fiercely, hard fight. Alvin Ludwig “Al” was thrusted into the fight of life after being diagnosed with a terminal illness. His spirit to live kicked in and he was a fighter. While his body grew tired and weary, he made no...

Oct 17, 2021

Patricia Lynn Swenson, 51, passed away suddenly in her home on Toad Lake, in the loving arms of her forever companion.

Patricia was born on October 29, 1969 to Harlan & Shirley (Worden) Swenson in Park Rapids, MN. After Patricia graduated from Park Rapids High School in 1988, she went on to study at Moorhead State University....

Oct 17, 2021

Vertis A. Bonrud, 88, Dilworth, MN, passed Sunday, October 17 at his home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 21 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Detroit Lakes, MN. Father Chuck Huck, officiating. Interment will be in the Holy Rosary Cemetery.

There will be a Rosary recited at 12:30 pm followed by visitation...

Oct 16, 2021

Bruce Gale Smith, 69, of Ponsford MN, died early Saturday morning October 16, 2021, with his wife Sheri, daughter Hope, and son-in-law Chris by his side. Bruce fought a valiant nearly decade long battle against rectal cancer from his cherished home on the lake.

Bruce was born April 22, 1952, to Russell and Gertrude (Johnson) Smith in...

Oct 13, 2021

Alice Ruth Puttbrese (98), of Frazee MN, passed away October 13, 2021 at her home.

Alice was born to Art and Minnie (Wollin) Pederson on September 17, 1923 in Twin Valley, MN. She attended school in Twin Valley, Waubun and Ogema, MN. She married Everette Puttbrese on October 15th, 1938 in Ogema at age 15. To this...

Oct 13, 2021

William D. “Bill” Hager, 74, Frazee, MN & Boca Raton, FL, died Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Sanford Health in Fargo, ND.  A memorial service will be 11:00 am, Monday, October 18 at David-Donehower Funeral Home in Detroit Lakes, MN.

Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service on Monday.

Born in Pipestone, MN,...

Oct 12, 2021

Douglas L. Johnston, 72, left this life to be with the Lord our God on October 12, 2021 where he will be united with his parents, Thomas and Lula Johnston and his brothers, Thomas and Duane.  Douglas is survived by his brother Marvin.

Oct 8, 2021

Kent Carlson was born on November 2, 1938 in Rockford, Illinois to Warren and Berniece (Paulson) Carlson.  He died suddenly on October 8, 2021 in Rochert, MN.

Kent grew up in Kirkland, Illinois where he was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church.  For many years he played the piano for the Sunday services.  Since he lived so...

Oct 6, 2021

Kelly R. Johnson age 59 of Detroit Lakes, MN died October 6, 2021 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND.  She was born on August 2, 1962 in Moorhead, MN to Burlin and DeNae (Baker) Swalstad. She grew up and attended school in Fargo, ND, graduating from Fargo North High School in 1980. She then attended the Moorhead Technical College,...

Oct 3, 2021

Bradley “Brad” Bachman, 56, of Frazee, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 3, 2021, . Funeral for Brad will be on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Audubon, MN at Noon. Visitation will be from 10-Noon.

Bradley Wayne Bachmann was born on September 10, 1965 in Perham, MN to...

Oct 3, 2021

Ronald Schultz, 57, of Toad Lake passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his home. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 2-6 PM at Ronald’s house. Address is 42290 180th St Frazee, MN.

Ronald Peter Schultz was born on August 8th, 1964, in Gary, Indiana to Delbert and Darlene(Raich)...

Oct 2, 2021

James “Jim” Henry Hunnel was born on January 26, 1929 to Arthur and Edith (Spindler) Hunnel in Sioux Falls, SD. He graduated high school in Little Falls, MN in 1948 then, in the early 1950’s Jim married Betty   Mae Lamb and together they had four children Sherry, Daniel, Kathy, and Karen. On June 24, 1965 Jim married Shirley Peck at...

Sep 24, 2021

Derek James "Teet " Goodman was born July 24, 1988 in Detroit Lakes. The son of Ralph Sr. And Isabelle (Butcher)  Goodman. He passed away September 24,2021 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota. He grew up near Round Lake and    graduated from Park Raids Area High School. Derek played football in high school and received 2 letters.  He...

Sep 23, 2021

Matthew Michael Gibson was born on July 14,2000 in Detroit Lakes, MN to Michael and Heidi (Drewes) Gibson.  He was baptized at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Osage, MN. Matthew went to school in Park Rapids, MN. He played hockey for Park Rapids Senior High and graduated in 2017.  After graduation, he started working for Arvig Communications in the construction...

Sep 20, 2021

Audrey P (Keogh) Pye passed away 9/20/21 while on vacation. She was born 5/23/1931 to Leo and Leona Keogh at Fort Yates, ND. She was raised in her native land of White Earth, MN.

Audrey is survived by 1 sister, 5 children, 20 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. She was loved by all who...

Sep 20, 2021

Denis Holen, 79, died Monday, September 20, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo as the result of a heart attack.

A chance to gather, share memories and pay respects will take place Monday, October 11, 2021 at Long Lake Park shelter, 650 Longview Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN. from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Born April...

Sep 19, 2021

Gladys J. Wandrie, 82, Detroit Lakes, MN, died Sunday, September 19 at Essentia-Oak Crossing.  Funeral services will be 11:00 am, Thursday, September 23 at David-Donehower Funeral Home in Detroit Lakes, Pastor Matt McKenzie, officiating.  Interment will be in the Melo Church Cemetery at Angus, MN.

Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral...

Sep 14, 2021

Donald Orville Berry was born February 17, 1931 in Racine Wisconsin, the son of Joseph and Armilla (Gardner) Berry. He passed away October 31, 2021 at the Mahnomen Health Center. Don grew up and attended school in Kenosha Wisconsin. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to Kenosha and took a...

Sep 14, 2021

Justin Wayne Richey was born on April 21,1976 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Gerald Thompson and Micheala Richey. He passed away October 19, 2021 at his home in White Earth.

He grew up in Minneapolis, Duluth and White Earth and attended school in the three areas. Growing up Justin was a very respectful kid and enjoyed...