Obituaries
Merl Johnson
Jun 11, 2025
Merl Johnson, a lifelong resident of Detroit Lakes, passed away with honor in the early morning hours of June 11, 2025.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Detroit Lakes. Visitation with the family will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the church. Following the service, inurnment with Military Honors will...
Josephine "Jodi" Wheeler
Jun 7, 2025
Josephine (Jodi) Wheeler, 80, of Detroit Lakes, MN passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving children. She had been battling numerous health issues since January of 2025. The compassionate attendants of Hospice of the Red River Valley were brought in to care for her in March of 2025. Jodi’s wishes were to pass at home, surrounded...
Ken T. Carpenter
Jun 6, 2025
Ken T. Carpenter passed away on June 6, 2025, at Ecumen Assisted Living of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, at the age of 83. Born on December 26, 1941, in Detroit Lakes, Ken lived a life dedicated to serving his community and family, with a profound sense of pride in his career and enjoyment of the outdoors.
After completing his education at Detroit...
Maureen Schreder
Jun 4, 2025
Maureen Schreder passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born September 23, 1933, to Howard and Mabel Metcalf and was raised in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. Shortly after graduating, she married the love of her life, Francis Schreder, and together they raised 9 children.
She is survived by her children, Mike (Joy) Schreder, Jan...
Gordon D. Berg
Jun 3, 2025
Gordon Duane Berg, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, June 3rd 2025 at Essentia Health in Fargo, ND with his family at his side.
Gordy was born on September 3rd, 1953 in Detroit Lakes, MN. He was the son of Lois and Einar Berg. He attended school in Detroit Lakes, MN and ended his high school career early to enter the...
Bruce Alan Wisted
May 24, 2025
Bruce was born on January 6th, 1947, to Morell and Beatrice Wisted (Olson) in Detroit Lakes, MN. He graduated from Detroit Lakes High School in 1965 and continued his education at Bemidji State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in mathematics, with a minor in music. He taught math to 8th grade and high school students for the next...
Lillian Mary Welle
May 24, 2025
Lillian Mary (Lieser) Welle, age 93, of Detroit Lakes, MN, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025. She spent her last days surrounded by her children and grandchildren as they shared memories and gently sent her off. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on June 3 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, beginning with the Rosary led by Catholic...
David Jones
May 22, 2025
David Jones, 70 years of age, of Callaway, MN, has passed to reunite with his loved ones in heaven on May 22, 2025. David was born on June 23, 1954, in Detroit Lakes, MN, to Marcellyn C. Jones and Ruth (Ellingson) Jones. He was baptized and confirmed at Bakke Lutheran Church, Detroit Lakes, MN. He attended Little Floyd Lake School,...
Jerome Disse
May 17, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Disse, 81, and lifetime resident of Detroit Lakes, passed peacefully in his home on the evening of Saturday, May 17th, 2025. Jerry started his education at Garfield Dist. 107 School and went on to graduate from Detroit Lakes High School with the "Class of 63".
Jerry and Nancy Johnson were married, May 27, 1967. Their marriage was blessed with...
Raymond Stoll
May 15, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond John Stoll May 15, 2025.
Ray was born November 28, 1940 near Frazee, Minnesota, to Joseph and Anna (Yoder) Stoll, and was the fourteenth of eighteen children, though sadly, one sibling did not survive birth.
In 1969, Ray enlisted in the U.S. Army from Chicago, beginning a 23-year...
Ashley Marie Ketelhut
May 12, 2025
Ashley was a spirit like no other. Born 5 weeks early, tiny and perfect, she was excitedly welcomed and wanted by her siblings, as they both wanted a baby to help raise. They loved to hold her and help out with her, often not letting her sleep so they could spend more time with her. It took no time at...
Carson Timothy Gardner
May 9, 2025
Dr. Carson Gardner, 72, of White Earth, MN, passed away on May 9, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. He was 72 years old.
Born on July 1, 1952, in St. Paul, MN, Carson dedicated his life to the care of others, blending deep compassion with a sharp wit and an unwavering respect for the people and communities he served.
After...
Linda Tholkes
May 4, 2025
Linda Lee Lage Engen Tholkes went to heaven on May 4th, 2025. HALLELUJAH!!!
Linda was born in Alexandria, Minnesota to Willliam & Betty Lage on April 4th, 1947, the eldest of four daughters. She went to school in Alexandria until the family moved to Detroit Lakes in 1962.
It was while attending school in Detroit Lakes that Linda met her first husband...
David Hogan
May 4, 2025
David (Dave) Hogan passed away suddenly yet peacefully on May 4, 2025, in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota at the age of 76.
Dave was born in Valley City, North Dakota to parents Franklin and Alice (Clark) Hogan.
Dave spent his childhood surrounded by family, enjoying trips to visit their grandparents in Steel North Dakota, and to White Earth, MN at the lake. He...
Suzanne Elaine Kral
May 3, 2025
Suzanne Elaine Kral was born July 1, 1947, to Donald and Elaine (LaPointe) Wardrop in St. Paul. She lived her childhood in Shoreview, on the shores of Lake Owasso, where she and her siblings developed a life-long love of Minnesota lake life. She attended Saint Rose of Lima elementary school and Alexander Ramsey High School in Roseville. Suzanne graduated from...
Candace Ann Olson
Apr 29, 2025
Candace Ann Olson, beloved sister, aunt, niece, and cousin died due to complications from COPD on April 29th, 2025, at the age of 67. She was at Sunnyside Care Center in Lake Park, Minnesota under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley.
Candy was born on September 22nd, 1957, in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota to loving parents Joyce (Courneya) and...
Larry Peterson
Apr 16, 2025
In loving memory of Larry Leighton Peterson
Larry Leighton Peterson, age 80, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully on April 16th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home with the compassionate care of Red River Valley Hospice.
Larry was born May 26th, 1944, in Detroit Lakes, MN to William and Vergil Peterson. He grew...
Paul Bridgeford
Apr 14, 2025
Paul Harry Bridgeford, born on October 7, 1941, in Fargo, North Dakota, passed away on April 14, 2025, in Fargo, his beloved hometown. His commitment to his profession was paralleled by a deep devotion to his family, faith, and serving others.
Paul attended Shanley High School (1959), did his undergraduate studies at St. John's University (1963), and earned his medical degree...
Jason Andrew McKeever
Apr 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Andrew McKeever, who left us far too soon on April 14, 2025, at the age of 38. He was a cherished son, a devoted father, a loving partner, a loyal sibling, and a treasured friend to many.
Jason had a light that could fill a room—funny,...
Charity Perrine
Apr 12, 2025
Charity Lynn Perrine was born on February 24, 1981, in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, to Gary Perrine and Faye Johnson. She married Randy Hultin on June 2, 2001, in Richwood, Minnesota.
Charity attended several educational institutions throughout her life, culminating in her graduation from Minnesota State College with an associate degree in accounting in 2008. Her keen eye for style inspired her...
