All Obituaries

Brian Burt, 68, died in his sleep on April 26, 2024 at his residence in Tioga, ND.  He was born on Friday, March 2nd, 1956 in Devils Lake, ND, to Glen and Vivian (Snook) Burt; he was the youngest of eight children. He is survived by his wife, Sandy; and daughter, Cimarron; as well as 4 siblings and his loving friends “out West”.  He was preceded in death by his parents and 3 siblings. Brian began his first career as a farmer at age 9, working alongside his father,...

Blake A. Hanson, age 21, resident of Grand Forks, ND, formerly of Tolna, ND, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND. Blake Anthony Hanson was born September 14, 2002, in Corpus Christi, TX, the son of Spencer Hanson and Sophia Kleinheksel.  In 2007, Samantha Hanson came into his life and around that time they moved to Tolna, ND where he grew up and attended Dakota Prairie schools.  During his high school years, he participated in almost...

Dennis R. Matejcek, age 72, resident of Brocket, ND, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at CHI-St. Alexius Hospital in Devils Lake, ND. Dennis Ray Matejcek was born November 18, 1951 in Devils Lake, ND, the son of Lawrence and Mildred (Kosobud) Matejcek.  He was raised and attended school at Brocket, and also Lakota, graduating with the Lakota High School class of 1971.  He then attended NDSSS at Wahpeton and earned an Associate Degree in diesel mechanics.  While in high school,...

Orvin T. Hanson, age 93, resident of McVille, ND, died Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at the NCHS Care Center in McVille. Orvin Thomas Hanson was born March 6, 1931 in Field Township of Nelson County, ND, the son of Torris and Thora (Kvamme) Hanson.  He attended the Field Township Elementary School and graduated from McVille High School.  Orvin worked for a time as an auto parts machinist in Lansing, MI, and also built cars in California.  He returned to ND and farmed in the McVille...

Kathleen J. Aaser, age 75, resident of McVille, ND, died Monday, April 8, 2024 at the NCHS Care Center in McVille. Kathleen JoAnn Berthold was born September 2, 1948 in Grand Rapids, MI, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Polak) Berthold.  She grew up in McVille, ND, graduating from McVille High School in 1966.  Kathy and Ove Aaser had one daughter, Janet, and they made their first home in Nekoma, ND.  Kathy was proud to have served hundreds of people, whether it was at...

On March 25, 2024, Theresa Hamel passed away peacefully at Bethany Retirement Home in Fargo, North Dakota, with her spouse of 74 years, Louis J. Hamel, by her side holding her hand. Theresa was born February 5, 1929, in a rural house in Pierce County to Theresa (Digenstein) and John Stroh.  She attended elementary school, later moved to the Minot area where she met Louis, and they were wed on November 16, 1949.  They moved to Lakota, North Dakota where they farmed for more than 50...

Lori A. Larson, a resident of Blaine, MN (hometown Michigan, ND), unexpectedly passed away March 20, 2024, at the age of 61.  As a wonderful mother, Lori was a steadfast presence always there when needed.  Her devotion centered around her daughter, Katie (Ryan) Weber and two beloved grandchildren, (McKenna 16) and (Balin 8), who made up the entirety of her world. Lori's hands held a magical touch when it came to gardening.  The greenest of plants thrived under her care, as...

Hartvig P. Reiten, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at the age of 81. Hartvig’s love for family, community, and Country, has been passed on to his children. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Renee of Petersburg, ND; 3 children, Tara Reiten Devine & husband, Sean Devine, and their son, Jack Hart Devine of Park City, UT, Tanner Reiten of Petersburg, ND, and Tylla Reiten of Petersburg, ND; sister, Irene Reiten of Seattle, WA; and...

Steve M. Robinson, age 54, resident of Fargo, ND, formerly of Michigan, ND, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024. Steven Matthew Robinson was born May 1, 1969, in Grand Forks, ND, the youngest son of Maurice and Mary Lou (Anderson) Robinson. He grew up in Michigan, ND and graduated from Michigan High School in 1987 where he participated in football, basketball, golf, and band. He went onto college at the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND where he played on the basketball team for a year...

Byron Hoeckle, 71, of Binford, ND passed away peacefully March 3, 2024 at home surrounded by his family.  He was born March 20, 1952 in Jamestown, ND to Bruce and Peggy Hoeckle.  His childhood years were spent on a farm near Pingree, ND.  After high school, he attended Valley City State University where he met the love of his life, Glenda.  They were married shortly after their college graduation on August 4, 1974 and moved to Binford, ND where they raised their family of...