Obituaries

Roger Albertson

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

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

Patrick Helling

Nov 17, 2025

Patrick Helling, 41, of Fergus Falls, died Monday, November 17, 2025 at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo.

Service details are pending.

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com

Peter Wasberg

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Brian Korby

Brian Korby

Oct 24, 2025

Brian Lee Korby, 53, of Fergus Falls, passed away peacefully with his sisters by his side on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo after a brief illness.

Brian was born on February 25, 1972, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, to Susan (Hesse) Pellett and Donald Korby. He grew up between Bloomington and Fergus Falls and was confirmed at...

Douglas Kjellerup

Douglas Kjellerup

Oct 20, 2025

Douglas Lee Kjellerup, was called to his heavenly home on October 20, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on April 23, 1941, in Graceville, Minnesota, Doug was the son of Leo and Ardell Kjellerup, both of whom, along with his sister Connie Kelly and son Todd Kjellerup, preceded him in death. He departed this earthly realm in Fergus Falls,...

Christopher Madole

Christopher Madole

Oct 17, 2025

Christopher Madole, 46, of Pelican Rapids, died Friday, October 17, 2025 at his residence.

Christopher Roy Emmanuel Madole was born May 20, 1979 to Eugene Ronald and Barbara Jean (White) Madole in Billings, Montana. He graduated from Fergus Falls Alternative High School in 1998.

On July 6, 2002 Christopher married Amber Taylor in Fergus Falls.

He worked for Ballard Sanitation for many years....

Ronald Schetnan

Ronald Schetnan

Oct 16, 2025

Ronald Schetnan, 80, of Fergus Falls, died Thursday, October 16 at Pioneer Cottage in Fergus Falls.

Ronald Dean Schetnan was born December 15, 1944, in Pierre, South Dakota, to Lewis and Florence Schetnan. Ron was the 3rd child in a family of 5 boys. He graduated from Brandon Valley High School in 1963 and received a Bachelor of Science Degree from...

Greg Honrud

Greg Honrud

Oct 12, 2025

Greg Honrud

Greg Honrud, 56 of Rothsay, died Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Essentia Health in Fargo.

Greg Duane Honrud was born July 3, 1969 to DuWayne and Beverly (Thom) Honrud in Fergus Falls. He attended Rothsay High School and earned his AA Degree at NDSCS.

He worked at Thiele Technology Inc., now known as Barry - Wehmiller since 2004.

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