Obituaries
Bryce Klinger
Dec 7, 2025
Bryce Paul Klinger, 77, of Fergus Falls, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by his family at the Fergus Falls Minnesota Veterans Home on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Born on October 23, 1948, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bryce was the son of J. Paul and Margaret Susan (Brown) Klinger. Bryce was the youngest of three children, joining his sisters Marilyn Helen Klinger and...
Elaine Amundson
Dec 6, 2025
Elaine Sophie Marlys Ouren Amundson, age 96, of Rothsay, MN passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Pelican Valley Care Center in Pelican Rapids, MN. She was born January 24, 1929 to Oscar and Eunice (Shirley) Ouren at the home of her great-grandfather, Gunder Shirley.
She attended Rothsay School for 12 years, graduating in 1947. After graduation she...
Brian Field
Dec 4, 2025
Brian Field, 61, of Frazee formerly of Fergus Falls, died Thursday, December 4, 2025 at his residence.
Brian Eugene Field was born December 22, 1963, to Eugene J. and Linda (Connell) Field in Fergus Falls. He attended Fergus Falls Public Schools. He worked with his dad as a tile installer.
He attended Lakes Area Vineyard Church in Detroit Lakes, MN....
Carole Larson
Nov 25, 2025
Carole Larson, 80, of Fergus Falls, died Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Pioneer Cottages in Fergus Falls.
Carole Lynn (Burris) Larson was born on February 26, 1945 in Fergus Falls, MN to Quinby "Tim" and Margaret (Johnson) Burris. She grew up in Fergus Falls, MN where she attended school graduating in 1963. Carole met the love of her life, Delbert...
Jerome Gilbertson
Nov 25, 2025
Jerome "Jerry" Gilbertson, 80, of Fergus Falls, died Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Lake Region Healthcare in Fergus Falls.
Jerome Arden Gilbertson was born June 2, 1945 to Joseph and Nora (Oak) Gilbertson in Fergus Falls. Jerry was baptized and confirmed at First United Church of Christ. He attended school in Fergus Falls, graduating in 1964. Upon graduation, Jerry entered...
Roger Albertson
Nov 19, 2025
Roger Albertson, 81, of Fergus Falls, died Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Lake Region Healthcare in Fergus Falls.
Roger Dale Albertson was born June 14, 1944 to Kenneth and Florence (Bergman) Albertson in Breckenridge, MN. He graduated from the West Central School of Agriculture in Morris in 1962 and later attended MN School of Business in Minneapolis.
On June 24, 1967 he...
Jon Ramberg
Nov 18, 2025
Jon Ramberg, 68, of Fergus Falls, died Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the Broen Home in Fergus Falls.
Jon Curt Ramberg, born March 1, 1957, in Fargo, North Dakota. Jon was the son of Marvin Curt Ramberg and Lorraine Orpha (Burud) Ramberg. He grew up in the Fergus Falls area and graduated from Fergus Falls High School in 1975.
Jon spent much of his...
Patrick Helling
Nov 17, 2025
Patrick Stephen Helling, known affectionately as Pat by his friends and family, left this world too soon on November 17, 2025, at Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota. Born on November 13, 1984, in Fosston, Minnesota, Pat's early life was filled with the love and laughter that would become his hallmark. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of...
Peter Wasberg
Nov 16, 2025
Peter Erick "Pete" Wasberg, 57, of Fergus Falls, MN passed away peacefully in his home as result of a brain tumor on November 16, 2025.
A beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, Pete brought joy, steadiness, and laughter into every circle he was a part of. He was a generous, dependable presence in both his family and community, and...
Service of Remembrance
Nov 10, 2025
We invite you and your family to join us for our Service of Remembrance
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
This service is a time to honor and reflect upon those we have loved and lost. There will be a time of music, message, and reflection. It is our hope that this service offers you a sense of comfort and strength.
Candace Bugbee
Nov 7, 2025
Candace "Candy" Ellen Bugbee, 77, of Fergus Falls, died peacefully Friday, November 7, 2025 at the Minnesota Veteran's Home in Fergus Falls.
Candace Ellen Aune was born October 1, 1948, to Kenneth "Ken" and Olga (Shelstad) Aune of Underwood. She went to country school and graduated from Underwood High School, where she fell in love with John Bugbee. The two were...
Lee Klefstad
Nov 7, 2025
Lee Klefstad, 82, of Fergus Falls, died Friday, November 7, 2025 at Broen Home in Fergus Falls.
Lee William Klefstad was born June 6, 1943 to William O. and Evelyn (Jerve) Klefstad in Montevideo, MN. He grew up in Fergus Falls, attended school and graduated from Fergus Falls High School
He served in the Air National Guard from 1963-1969. He...
Steven Jacobson
Nov 6, 2025
Steven Martin Jacobson, 68, a resident of Fergus Falls, died unexpectedly on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at his home.
Per his 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
Wayne Jacobs
Nov 4, 2025
Dr. Wayne Jacobs, age 85 died peacefully and was welcomed to heaven on November 4, 2025, at Park Gardens in Fergus Falls.
Wayne Martin Jacobs was born in Fergus Falls, Minnesota on September 1, 1940 to Martin and Regina Jacobs. He was one of six children raised on the family farm just a mile north of Fergus Falls. He spent...
Myrna Rose
Nov 3, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Myrna Kay Rose, who departed this life at home with her husband Tad by her side. Myrna was 76 years old.
After growing up and going to school in rural Erhard and graduating from Pelican Rapids High School, Myrna married Loren Nelson in 1967. Together they had five children. Myrna...
William Messenger
Nov 1, 2025
William "Willie" Messenger Jr., 96, of Fergus Falls, died Saturday, November 1, 2025 at PioneerCare in Fergus Falls.
William Earl Messenger Jr., was born in a house on East Mount Faith Avenue July 12, 1929 to William Earl Sr. and Pearl (Graber) Messenger in Fergus Falls. He was the first of four children. Willie started his career as a paperboy,...
Linda Bjork
Oct 31, 2025
Linda S. Bjork, 70, of Fergus Falls, died Friday, October 31, 2025 at Lake Region Healthcare in Fergus Falls.
We would love for you to join us on Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., for Linda's party! It will be held at the Spies Pavilion.
Bring your stories and your laughter (and a warm coat). There...
Lorraine Kantrud
Oct 29, 2025
Lorraine (Toso) Kantrud died peacefully at PioneerCare on Oct. 29, 2025, in the presence of her children, at the age of 102.
Lorraine's life began "way back in the woods" of Otter Tail County, in Maplewood, on Sept. 18, 1923. Born to Conrad and Elizabeth (Muchow) Toso, Lorraine was the fifth child of nine, found on the kitchen floor of...
Keith Watkins
Oct 29, 2025
Keith Watkins, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at his home in Erhard. He was surrounded by family and friends while losing his battle with lung cancer.
Keith was born April 28, 1958, in Bemidji, MN, the son of Richard (Dick) Watkins and Marie (Wilander) Paulson. He attended school in Fergus Falls and Pelican Rapids graduating from the "school of hard knocks".
Keith truly fit...
Margaret Kratzke
Oct 29, 2025
Margaret Kratzke, 90, of Fergus Falls, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at PioneerCare in Fergus Falls. She was born March 6, 1935 to Olaf and Gertie (Thorson) Rysstad on the family farm ten miles south of East Grand Forks, MN.
She was welcomed home by four siblings and all have preceded her in death. When she was nine years old,...
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