Marion June Araskog

Marion June Lundeen Araskog, 100, of Ottertail Lake, MN and Bonita Springs, FL passed away on October 21, 2026 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Battle Lake, MN.

She was born on December 4, 1925 in Fergus Falls, the daughter of William and Dorothea (Friedrich) Lundeen. She grew up in Fergus Falls and graduated in 1944 from Fergus Falls High School.

On June 15, 1947 she married Warren V. Araskog, who preceded her in death on March 6, 2000.

For many years Marion worked at Victor Lundeen Company. She was a member of the Eastern Star and proudly earned her title as, Worthy Matron.

Marion spent every summer at Ottertail Lake and the winter months in Bonita Springs, FL.

She loved being a mother to 5 wonderful children, 11 grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren, who all shared relaxing days fishing, swimming, pontoon rides, playing cards and always fabulous food at both locations. She also enjoyed golfing, bowling, bocce ball, line dancing, reading, music and bingo.

Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were her world.

Marion's final year was marked by a well-deserved moment of royalty. Marion was crowned the Good Samaritan Valentine Queen, a title that fit her as her family always called her "The Queen".

In addition to her parents and Warren, Marion was preceded in death by her great grandson William Scott Vogel, sister Marjorie Westley and brother-in-law David Westley, brother Bill Lundeen and sister-in-law Mary Lundeen, sister-in-law Ruthie Rovang, brother-in-law Warren Rovang and niece Nancy Rovang. Special friend Ken Hohman.

Survivors include her 3 daughters and 2 sons, Debbrah (David) Olson, James Olson and Abigail (Rick) Miller, Jake and Max; Stephanie (Thomas) O'Brien, Staci (Jim) Korkowski and Keely (Clay) McNerney, Rory; Cynthia (Harvey) Pederson, Jeremy (Steph) Haukos, Morgan, Rylee and Lila; Joey Haukos, Blayke and Sawyer; Kristin Rittenour, Waylon and Cole; Scott (Sheryl) Araskog, Courtney (Josh) Stowe, Brogan and Siena; Melissa (Jake) Vogel, Lillian and Jordan; Richard (Sherrie) Araskog, Nate (Leslie) Araskog, Piper, Cole, Andrew; Justin (Sarah) Araskog, Kaiden; and many nieces and nephews.

Mom, we love you and you will be forever missed...

The Family would like to thank the staff at Good Samaritan Nursing Home and Vivie Hospice for the great care you provided our Mother.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to 544 Foundation or Glendalough Park Partners (mailing address: PO Box 091, Battle Lake, MN 56515).

Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Olson Funeral and Cremation Chapel, Fergus Falls, MN with visitation one-hour prior to the service.

Clergy: Reverend Chris Mathiason

Interment: Oak Grove Cemetery, Fergus Falls, MN

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com