Obituaries

Tara Reynolds

Tara Reynolds

Aug 14, 2025

Tara Reynolds, 47, of Fergus Falls, died Thursday, August 14, 2025, at her residence.

Service details pending.

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com

Karen "Karie" Dynan

Karen "Karie" Dynan

Aug 13, 2025

Karen "Karie" Dynan, 58, of rural Underwood, died Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her residence.

Karen Elizabeth Johnson was born December 14, 1966 to William and Bernice (Roles) Johnson. She attended Elk River High School, graduating in 1985.

On October 19, 1991 Karie married Bryan Dynan in Elk River, MN.

She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, fishing, and spending time with family....

Todd Rachels

Todd Rachels

Aug 11, 2025

Todd L. Rachels, 62, of Fergus Falls, died August 11, 2025, at his home.

Todd LeRoy Rachels was born April 18, 1963, in Fergus Falls to Gaylord Rachels and Mary Carlson Ranum. He graduated from Fergus Falls High School in 1981. He was employed by Global Specialty Contractors from 1993-2022 working in Minneapolis during the week and returning home on the weekends. Most recently, during retirement,...

Arlene Haugrud

Arlene Haugrud

Aug 11, 2025

Arlene Joyce Haugrud, born June 14, 1933, passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Barrett Care Center on August 11, 2025. Arlene was born in Barnesville, MN, to Nora and Ole Varholdt. She and her brother Jim were raised on a farm in rural Barnesville where the foundation was laid for her future life in farming and...

Joanne Freeland

Joanne Freeland

Aug 11, 2025

Joanne Freeland, 84, of Erhard, died Monday, August 11, 2025 at Essentia Health in Fargo.

Joanne Theresse Freeland (née Moline) was born July 2, 1941, to James and Charlotte Moline in Rolette, ND. Her childhood on the farm in Rolette was full of lively family activity, and as the oldest of 12 children, she was a big help to her...

Scott Schei

Scott Schei

Aug 10, 2025

Scott Schei, 77, of Fergus Falls, died Sunday, August 10, 2025 at his residence in Fergus Falls.

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com

Jodi Maack

Jodi Maack

Aug 7, 2025

Jodi Maack, 59, of Fergus Falls, died Thursday, August 7, 2025.

Jodi Lynn Weinmann was born January 5, 1966 to Gerald and Alvina (Streifel) Weinmann in Harvey, ND. She attended Cathedral Grade School and St. Mary's High School, graduating in 1984. She graduated from NDSU in 1991 with a degree in accounting.

On January 3, 2004 Jodi married Greg Maack...

Delane Berg

Delane Berg

Aug 7, 2025

Delane Berg, 65, of Campbell, MN, died Thursday, August 7, 2025 at PioneerCare in Fergus Falls.

Per Delane's wishes, no services will be held

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com

Barbara Maki

Barbara Maki

Aug 3, 2025

Barbara Louise Maki, age 82, of Battle Lake, MN, said goodbye to this world on Sunday, August 3, 2025. She was surrounded by loving family and was encouraged by the many texts and calls from beloved friends in her final days.

Barbara was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Howard Maki, and her parents, Charles and Louise Swenson.

She...

Candace Leitch

Candace Leitch

Jul 31, 2025

Candace "Candy" Joy Leitch, 69, of Fergus Falls, a hard worker with a heart of gold passed away Thursday, July 31, at PioneerCare, with her loving family by her side and under the care of Vivie Hospice.

Candy was born February 27, 1956, to Severn and Stella (Foss) Halena. She was the fourth of five children - and the only...

Irene McCormick

Irene McCormick

Jul 30, 2025

Irene McCormick, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 98, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the Broen Memorial Home in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.

Irene was born May 23, 1927 in Columbia, South Dakota. Irene met Lyle McCormick at a dance at the VFW in Aberdeen, South Dakota. They were married June 10,...

Jerald Thompson

Jerald Thompson

Jul 30, 2025

Jerald Thompson, 87, of Erhard, died Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at his residence, under the care of Moments Hospice.

Jerald Dean John Thompson was born May 22, 1938 to John and Mabel (Danielson) Thompson in Fergus Falls. He attended school in Underwood, graduating in 1956. He also attended Wadena Technical College. Jerald was a member of the Minnesota National Guard...

Russell Hall

Russell Hall

Jul 25, 2025

Russell R. Hall, 64, of Fergus Falls, died Friday, July 25, 2025 at his residence.

Russell Roy Hall was born September 13, 1960, to James Robert Hall and Elizabeth Marie (Goltra) Thompson in Minneapolis. Russell attended Richfield High School, earning his GED.

He worked as a manager for Marriot Host MSP, an aid for Marty Rodick, and as a general...

Gail Bolstad

Gail Bolstad

Jul 20, 2025

Gail Gene Bolstad, 68, of Onamia, passed away Sunday July 20, 2025 at his home.

He was born October 9, 1956 in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. The eldest son of John & Betty (Peasley) Bolstad.

He worked his life as a carpenter and was highly skilled in his field, with his last place of employment being Peak Design & Construction before...

Jason Denbrook

Jason Denbrook

Jul 13, 2025

Jason, Denbrook, 56, died Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Eagle's View - Living Hope Home in St Cloud.

Jason Denbrook was born October 25, 1968, to Arnold and Ardis Denbrook. He was the last born of six children. Jason grew up and went to school in Fergus Falls, graduating in 1987. He went on to college in Alexandria. Jason lived...

Janet Welch

Janet Welch

Jul 12, 2025

Janet Evelyn Welch, 93, a resident of Ashby, died Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Evansville Care Center.

Janet was born on November 14, 1931 in Perley, MN to Elmore and Beda "Gena" (Lystrom) Nyberg. She graduated from Twin Valley High School in 1949 and went on to complete Beauty School.

On November 5, 1955, she married Frank Welch in Nevada....

Bruce Wahl

Bruce Wahl

Jul 10, 2025

Bruce Wahl, age 76, passed away at his residence on July 10, 2025, surrounded by his family and under the care of Vivie Hospice.

Bruce was born on November 24, 1948 to Marlo and Helen (Wentzel) Wahl in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. He graduated from Fergus Falls High School in 1967, briefly attended the community college and then went on to...

Madonna "Donna" Nord

Madonna "Donna" Nord

Jul 9, 2025

Donna (Madonna) Marie Nord, 96, a resident of Moorhead (formerly of Rothsay), died Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at River Pointe Memory Care in Moorhead.

Preceding her in death were her parents and her husband, Sonny, who died in 2007.

She is survived by her children, Belinda (Bob) Smart and Greg (Linda) Nord; four grandchildren, Jeff, Casey, Alex, and Emily; and ten great-grandchildren.

A...

Brenda Keilen

Brenda Keilen

Jul 7, 2025

Brenda Lee Keilen, 52, a resident of Fergus Falls, went home to the Lord Monday, July 7, 2025.

Brenda was born on October 28, 1972 to Ronald Marvin Fitzner and Lois Eldora (Timian) Fitzner in New Ulm, Minnesota. She attended Fergus Falls Public Schools and graduated in 1992. She then went on to attend college at South Central Technical College...

Vernon Vallevand

Vernon Vallevand

Jul 7, 2025

Vernon Rueben Vallevand, 92, of Fergus Falls, died, Monday, July 7, 2025, at Lake Region Healthcare.

Vernon was born October 7, 1932, in Clitherall, MN, the son of Martin and Bertha (Sandahl) Vallevand. He spent his younger years attending Barnard School through the 8th grade. He then continued his education at Fergus Falls High School for the next two years....