Obituaries

Jan 1, 2026

Cathal V. “Kay” Hartness, 91, Detroit Lakes, MN, died peacefully on Thursday, January 1 at Essentia-St. Mary’s Hospital in Detroit Lakes. Kay’s first love was her family and friends. A celebration of Kay’s life will be held this summer.

Cathal Virgene Hartness was born August 18, 1934, in Fairmount, North Dakota to Dean and Madelyn (Parkhill) Cox. She was united in...

Dec 28, 2025

Evarista 'Eva' Vogt, age 74, of Detroit Lakes, MN passed away on December 28th, 2025. Eva was born on June 14th, 1951, in Chiriqui, Panama to Pedro & Evarista (De Gracia) Saavedra. She met her husband, Stephen Vogt, while working as an au pair for the family of a U.S. Air-Force Captain. The two married on October 4th, 1971. Eva...

Dec 28, 2025

Ida Rosemary (Kruft) Stenevik, age 105, of Detroit Lakes, MN, died on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Ecumen Cottages Assisted Living.

Ida was born April 9, 1920, on the family farm south of Dorset, MN, in rural Hubbard County. She was the daughter of Frank and Rose Kruft and the youngest of nine children. Her father donated the land for a...

Dec 19, 2025

Erma June Wekesser lived a life full of love, faith, and devotion to family. Her kindness and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her. Erma had a passion for sports and especially enjoyed watching football, a pastime that brought her joy throughout her life.

Born May 10, 1938, to Alfred and Esther Eggerling in Milford, Nebraska, Erma was baptized and confirmed...

Dec 15, 2025

Beverly Ann Craig, age 72, of Ogema, MN, passed away Monday, December 15, 2025, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s surrounded by her family.

Beverly was born on January 14, 1953, to the late Howard Jackson and Martha (Wilson) Sanders in White Earth.

Bev spent her days doing her favorite things such as watching tv, bird watching and making future plans to go...

Dec 15, 2025

John Phillips Boots, age 82, of Ogema, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on Monday, December 15, 2025. He was the son of Julia (Clauson) and Kenneth Boots, born on October 12, 1943, in Tucson, Arizona. 

Full obituary pending

Dec 13, 2025

Zada passed on Saturday, December 13th, 2025 at her care facility in Detroit Lakes, MN at the age of 86.  Her memory will live on al all who know and love her.  Full life tribute to come.

Dec 9, 2025

Hope Elaine Osterman, age 9, of Audubon, went to heaven on December 9th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of joy, love and a resilience far beyond her years. Born on October 12, 2016, in Minneapolis, MN, Hope was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her.

She had a beautiful spirit, a curious mind, and a smile that...

Dec 7, 2025

Don passed on Sunday, December 7th, 2025 at his care facility in New York Mills, MN at the age of 91.  He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who know and love him.  There are currently no formal services scheduled.

Dec 6, 2025

Mary Ann Kerchoff, 85, Audubon, MN died Saturday, December 6, at Sunnyside Care Center in Lake Park, MN.

Mary Ann Kerchoff was born April 23, 1940, near Hinckley, Minnesota to Raymond and Myrtle (Huntley) Irons. She grew up on a farm near Hinckley, MN. She went to a one-room schoolhouse during her elementary year. She Lettered in music and also performed...

Dec 4, 2025

Thomas Francis Cummings, 77, entered the presence of his Savior Jesus Christ. Tom was a man of God, devoted husband, loving son, brother, father and cherished grandfather who passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Tom was born on August 31, 1948, in Duluth, MN, to Barney and Elizabeth Cummings. After graduating from high school in Detroit...

Dec 3, 2025

Karen Marie (Rennewanz) Anderson, 82, of Detroit Lakes, MN, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, at Perham Living in Perham, MN.

Karen was born on January 20, 1943, in Detroit Lakes, MN, to William and Edith Rennewanz. She graduated from Frazee High School in 1961 and went to work at Wards in St. Paul, MN, for a short time. She...

Nov 29, 2025

On November 29, 2025 Jesus came, put his arm around Bill and said come “today you will be with me in paradise.”

Bill was born in Anoka, Minnesota and his family moved to Detroit Lakes when he was 2 years old. He was a beloved husband to Donna Marie (Scharske) Brown, for 64 blessed years, and a devoted father, grandfather, and...

Nov 29, 2025

Nov 26, 2025

Richard Marlyn Watson, age 77, went home to his lord on November 26th, 2025, at Golden Manor in Detroit Lakes, MN. Richard was born to Marlyn and Evelyn Watson on January 9th, 1948, in Duluth MN. Richard enlisted into the army at a young age. His service brought him to Germany.

When he returned home from service Richard completed his GED...

Nov 25, 2025

Mavis Joan Knutt, a dedicated nurse and beloved matriarch, entered her heavenly home on November 25, 2025, at the Frazee Care Center in Frazee, Minnesota. She was 92 years old and passed peacefully, held in assurance of her Christian faith.

Born in Pettibone, North Dakota in 1933, to Clifford and Tillie (Hinger) Gunderson, Mavis grew up among the lakes and pines...

Nov 21, 2025

Nicole Marie Fanaselle, 31, passed away in her home on November 21st, 2025. Nicole was born April 20th, 1994 in Robbinsdale, Minnesota and graduated from Detroit Lakes High School in 2012. Nicole enjoyed listening to music, going on car rides out in the country, writing, singing, and spending time with her friends and family. Nicole is survived by her parents...

Nov 11, 2025

Ronald C. Wilson, age 83, of Detroit Lakes, MN, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Ronald was born March 18, 1942, to Clarence and Dorothy Wilson in Owatonna, Minnesota, and graduated from Moorhead High School. He served 4 ½ years in the Navy during the Vietnam War.

He married Joan on October 1, 1966; the couple...

Nov 9, 2025

Dion Richard Drewes, age 63, went home to be with the Lord on November 9, 2025. Dion was born on February 28, 1962 to Kathryn and Clarence Drewes of Detroit Lakes. He is survived by his sister Natalie (Fred) Mattila of Mounds View, brother Keith (Mary) Drewes of Detroit Lakes, sister Holly (Larry) Moe of Frazee, and his nieces &...

Nov 7, 2025

Deanne Kroulik, a beloved member of her community and cherished family member, passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 47. Born on November 3, 1978, in Crookston, MN before moving and growing up in Port Townsend, WA, Deanne's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to helping others and her deep love for her family.

Having dedicated 15...