Roy Hetland Funeral Home Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: Wayne Jake Roquette was born on September 30, 1942, in Alexandria, MN to Clifford and Ruth Roquette. He lived on a farm near Osakis until he was 3 years old until the family moved to Long Prairie. He graduated from Long Prairie High School in 1960. Wayne attended a trade school in Winnipeg, Canada where he focused on Diesel Mechanics.

Wayne was united in marriage to Sharyn Mickelson at the Osakis First Presbyterian church on June 23, 1963. Wayne and Sharyn moved to Minneapolis after they were married and started a family of their own. In 1972, they moved to St. Michael where they were blessed with three children: Kevin, Jill and Rita. Wayne worked at Dana Corporation in production control from 1965 to 2001.Wayne retired in 2001 and in 2002, he and Sharyn moved up to Osakis.

Wayne loved being with family, especially the vacation trips they took together. He loved animals, especially his faithful Papillon dogs and little Reba who had him wrapped around her little paw. Wayne was active at the First Presbyterian Church where he served as an usher and as an Ice Breaker. He enjoyed reading a variety of western novels, especially Louis Lamore books. He also had a deep purple passion for the Minnesota Vikings! Wayne enjoyed pheasant hunting with his son, brothers, and many nephews each fall. He loved going to the casino, fishing, playing horseshoe and playing cribbage with his brother, Roger. Wayne is survived by his three children; Kevin (Rosalie) Roquette of Osakis, Jill (Todd) Holte of Osakis and Rita (Dan) Vetsch of Monticello; 9 grandchildren: Kyle, Kailey, Danielle, Nicholas, Katherine, Tiffany, Jon, Constance and Sabrina; 7 great-grandchildren: Hope, Stormie, Greyson, Vincent, Kamila, Adeline and William; and many nieces and nephews. Wayne is preceded in death by his wife, Sharyn, parents; Clifford and Ruth, brother, Roger; and infant great-granddaughter, Violet Holte.

A Funeral Service will be held 1:00 PM on Monday, May 2, 2022, at the First Presbyterian Church in Osakis. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church. A live stream and recording of the service will be available 1:00 PM on Monday, May 2, 2022, on the funeral home website:

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Mae Adensam, the daughter of Frank and Christina (Haefner) Bodanski, was born on November 2, 1933, in Osakis, MN. Dorothy grew up in Osakis where she graduated from high school in the class of 1951. Before turning 18, she met Nicholas Adensam at a dance near Osakis. Just after Dorothy’s 18th birthday, they were united in marriage on November 24, 1951, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis, MN. Four children were born to this union, Thomas, Nicholas, Michael, and Diane.

Dorothy raised her children and helped her husband on the farm near Carlos for many years. She tended to her gardens and raised chickens to sell the eggs for a little extra money. She loved to cook, bake, crotchet and embroider. Some of her family’s memories are Dorothy baking pies, caramel rolls, crocheting afghans, always patching holes in their clothes and cooking big holiday meals. Dorothy worked hard all of her life and loved her family dearly. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

Dorothy Mae Adensam age 88, formerly of Osakis, MN died on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Diamond Willow in Alexandria. She is survived by her children, Thomas (Carol) Adensam of Red Lake Falls, Nicholas (Karen) Adensam of Carlos, Michael Adensam of Carlos, and Diane (Dan) Rounds of Carlos; grandchildren, Tony (Jane) Adensam, Christy (Greg) Johanneck, T.J. Adensam, Melanie (Steve) Meyers, Joe Adensam, Victoria Rounds and Jake Rounds; great grandchildren, Avery Adensam, Abbie Johanneck, Garret Johanneck, Daisey Johanneck, Keaton Adensam, Layne Meyers, Nichelle Meyers, and Hunter Meyers; nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Nicholas Adensam, brothers, George Bodanski, Ed Bodanski, and Walter Bodanski; sisters, Helen Bodanski and Joan Pollard.

The Family of Dorothy Adensam would like to thank everyone for their prayers and condolences. A special thank you to Diamond Willow and Hospice of Douglas County for their compassionate care and support they gave to Dorothy and her family.

A visitation will take place on Thursday, March 31, 2022, from 4-7 PM with a 7 PM Rosary at the Roy Hetland Funeral Home inOsakis, MN.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 1, 2022, at 11 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Belle River, MN with a visitation one hour prior to the mass at the church on Friday.

Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Dexter Arnold Baker was born on May 20th, 1938 in Osakis, MN to Bernice Baker and Alfred Garvin. He attended and graduated from Osakis Public School. After school he joined the Airforce and was honorablydischarged after four years. While stationed in Moses Lake, Washington, he found work at a Conoco gas station where he met and fell in love with the owner’s daughter, Bernice. On July 16, 1960 he married Bernice Bichler in Fargo, ND and moved his bride back to his hometown of Osakis. To this union they were blessed with four children. Dexter worked at various jobs, including for Withers Manufacturing, Osakis Silo, Duininck Concrete, and enjoyed working for several farmers. He loved getting together with family, watching grandkids in their various activities, college and professional sports, tinkering in the garage and mechanical work

Dexter died on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Alomere Health at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife Bernice, daughter Cheryl (Scott) Snell, sons Scott (Janel) Baker, Ken (Valerie) Baker and Kyle (Tasha) Baker, grandchildren: Ryan (Angie) Chermak, Shaun Chermak (Sara Segura), Dominic (Stephanie) Baker, Hannah (Branden) Sibell, McKenzie (Caleb) Janson, Jericho Baker, Kennedy Baker, Morgan Baker, Erika Baker and Levi Baker as well as seven great grandchildren: Chase Chermak, Jaxon Chermak, Sutter Baker, Maverick Baker, VivienneBaker, Jameson Sibell and Odin Sibell, and his sister Sharon (Jim) Fearing.

Dexter is proceeded in death by his parents, sister Carol Green, brother in-lawDennis Green, nephew Bradley Green, step father Harvey Johnson and grandson Derek Baker.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:00 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis, MN with burial at Calvary Cemetery and visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. This service will be live-streamed and recorded for family and friends to view from Dexter’s obituary page on the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home website at 11:00 AM on Friday.

Obituary Preview: Nancy Jane (Maus) Johanson was born January 7, 1946 to Harold and Gloria (Brouns) Maus of rural Osakis. She attended Country School District 17 and Osakis High School, graduating in 1963. After graduating from St Cloud St College in 1967 she worked at the hospital in St Cloud for 3 years. She married Wayne Johanson, her high-school sweetheart on September 12, 1970.

They moved to St Paul where Nancy was employed at Miller Hospital for 3 years. After changing jobs to Imuno Nuclear, a start-up medical research company in Stillwater, the couple built a house and a small hobby farm in rural Stillwater. Here Nancy enjoyed large gardens, crafting, and her animals including a horse, ponies, dogs, cats and rabbits. Upon retirement they moved back to Osakis and built their retirement home in Little Sauk Township. Nancy again enjoyed large gardens, animals, crafting, genealogy, family history, spending time with family and friends and volunteering.

She is preceded in death by father and mother–in-law Gunner and Violet Johanson, mother and father Gloria and Harold Maus, and nephew Kelly Maus. She is survived by husband Wayne Johanson, brothers Richard (Linda) Maus of Gallatin Gateway Montana, Donald (Candy) Maus of Osakis, sisters Betty (Gary) Grinstead of Osakis, and Donna (Ross) Abel of Ham Lake. She is also survived by nieces and nephews Jeremy (Heidi) Maus, Carissa(Eric) Paulson, Jodi (Chris) Striegel, Matthew Maus, Mark Grinstead, Michelle (Jay) Stewart, Teresa (Chad) Wieneke, Tammy (Nathan) Stelling, Scott (Crystal) Maus, Lisa (Jeremy) Heier, Brenda Abel and several great nieces and nephews and her loving dog Scooter.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, 10:00 - 11:00 AM at St. Alexius Catholic Church in West Union with a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at the church. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Osakis. Service will be live streamed for those unable to attend.

Obituary Preview: Harlan Wilmer Tenhoff entered his heavenly home Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Alomere Health in Alexandria, with beloved grandchildren at his side. Harlan was born March 18, 1924, in Osakis, MN at the family farm, to Amanda and Ed Tenhoff. He attended Country School District 12 and 22, attending through the 8th grade. He then continued to work with his family on their farm through his growing up years.

In 1947, Harlan had the good fortune to meet a tall, dark-haired beauty at a neighborhood gathering. Her name was Marie Knoblach and they were married January 6, 1948. To this union were born James, Donald, Mary, Linda, and Kathleen.

Harlan worked for a time for his brother-in-law, Leo, on his farm. In September 1950, Harlan began work at the Osakis Creamery, driving milk truck. It was not an easy job, hoisting heavy milk cans up into the truck. His kids would accompany him occasionally and can attest to the fact that Harlan literally “whistled while he worked” all day long! After his route was done for the day, Harlan began to pick up painting jobs. In the course of his life, he has painted innumerable structures of every size and shape. Harlan worked for the Creamery until 1967, at which time he began working as a custodian at the Osakis Public School. He retired after 22 years in 1989. After retirement, he continued painting and doing handy-man jobs for many years.

The “job” he enjoyed the very most was volunteering at St. Agnes School in Osakis, which he did daily for 29 years. Harlan was very mechanically savvy and there seemed to be nothing he could not fix. He was fond of asking his grown children, “you HIRED that done??” He loved a challenge.

Harlan and Marie were able to enjoy some travel, although Marie needed a bit of convincing. Their first airplane ride was a 1970 trip to California. They also traveled to Washington several times.

Harlan became a Knight of Columbus in 1949 and remained a Knight until his death.

He was never one to “sit around.” Always busy, Harlan and Marie cleaned the sanctuary and sacristy every week for countless years. If there was any job that needed to be done, Harlan was more than willing to do it.

Harlan was a man with a truly joyful spirit. He was a gracious man; he had a way of making others feel comfortable and important. He enjoyed visiting and looked forward to daily morning coffee with a great group of friends for years.

Harlan was blessed with a large family, and he looked forward to their gatherings and all the happy chaos that ensued. He was proud of each one. He was rarely seen without a smile. As a granddaughter wrote, “You taught me how to live: Simply, Happily, Generously. Spreading joy and kindness wherever you went.”

Harlan moved to West View Assisted Living in 2018. He enjoyed reading, watching the Vikings and Minnesota Twins games, and playing bingo.

Harlan has been a faithful member of Immaculate Conception Church of Osakis for many years and a constant supporter of St. Agnes School. He had an extra-large smile when the new playground was named after him.

Harlan was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie; sons, James and Donald; grandchildren, Joshua and Angelina; and daughter-in-law, Faye Tenhoff.

He is survived by daughter, Mary (John) Lang of Fargo, ND, Linda Amren of Waite Park, MN, and Kathleen Clark of Crystal, MN; daughter-in-law, Anne Marie Tenhoff; 18 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; brother, Delbert Tenhoff of Osakis; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Harlan will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 11, 2022, at 11 AM at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis, MN with Father Tom Knoblach officiating.

A visitation will take place at the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home in Osakis on Thursday, March 10, 2022 from 5-7 PM with a 6:30 PM Time of Sharing followed by the Rosary.

A visitation will continue one hour prior to the mass on Friday at the church. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in Osakis, MN

Arrangements by Roy-Hetland Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Lyla Jane (Tonn) Engfer was born on February 24, 1943, to Louie and Elva (LaFrenze) Tonn in Hendricks, Minnesota. She was baptized in the Lutheran faith in Hendricks. When Lyla was an infant, the family moved to Osakis. Lyla was confirmed at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Osakis. She graduated from Osakis High School in 1960. After graduation she moved to the cities and worked at an insurance company.

Lyla was united in marriage to Allen Engfer on May 18, 1968, at Osakis Lutheran Church. The couple was blessed with two children Rick and Shelly. Lyla worked as the City Clerk in Osakis for 36 years, retiring in 2004. During this time, she enjoyed playing on the town softball team and bowling. She also enjoyed playing the organ and played many years at Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Lyla was very involved in her community and was a member of the Osakis VFW Auxiliary, co-founder of the Osakis Women’s Association, Osakis Heritage Committee, Osakis Senior Citizen Club, Osakis Country Club and co-founder and manager of the Greater Minnesota Children's Choir. Most importantly she loved going to her grandchildren’s activities.

Lyla died on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at Alomere Health in Alexandria at the age of 78. She is survived by her son, Rick Engfer of Osakis; daughter, Shelly (Scott) Triebenbach of Osakis; three grandchildren, Blake Engfer, Kadyn and Chase Triebenbach; brother, Donald “Tune” (Sharon) Tonn of Osakis; sisters-in-law, LaVonne Tonn of New London and Janice Trummer of Lake Andes, SD; and many nieces and nephews. Lyla is preceded in death by her husband, Allen; parents, Louie and Elva; and brother, Henry “Hank” Tonn.

A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Osakis Lutheran Church in Osakis. Visitation will be held from 3-6 PM on Friday, February 25, 2022, at Osakis Lutheran Church and for one hour prior to the service at the church.

A live stream and recording of the service will be available 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 26, 2022, on the funeral home website.

Obituary Preview: Robert Anthony Didier was born on January 22, 1953, in Alexandria, Minnesota to Aloyisus and Julia (Griebe) Didier. He graduated from Osakis High School in 1971. Bob went to work for his brother, Donald where he drove garbage truck for Osakis Refuse for 25 years. After his brother sold the business, Bob went to work for Osakis Silo driving truck. Bob then went to work for Tim Bittner Masonry where he drove cement truck. He retired at the age of 62.

Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, collecting different items, and music. He had a love of nature and enjoyed feeding the birds, especially the hummingbirds. Bob will be missed.

Bob died on Friday, February 11, 2022, at Alomere Health at the age of 69. He is survived by his siblings, Jerome (Jan) Didier of Elk River, Karen (Maurice) Mallin of Osakis, Michael Didier of Osakis, and Mark (Fran) Didier of Alexandria; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Aloyisus and Julia; brother, Donald; and sister, Rita.

A Visitation will be held from 4:00–6:00 PM on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home in Osakis with a time of sharing at 6:00 PM.

Obituary Preview: Beverly Agnes (McClain) Barglof-Tweedt was born on December 26, 1933, to Armour and Agnes (Jansen) McClain in Monroe Township, Lyon County, Minnesota. She graduated from Tracy High School. Bev went to work for Northwestern Bell which later became AT&T, where she was promoted to manager. She moved to many different locations for her work including Marshall, Twin Cities, Missouri and Detroit Lakes. Bev retired after 30 plus years and moved to Osakis.

Bev was united in marriage to Dennis Tweedt. They lived in Hawaii during the winter months and on Lake Osakis during the summer.

Bev enjoyed sewing, dancing, fishing, swimming, traveling in the winter, walking, and playing with her special dog, a rat terrier, named Penny.

Bev died on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Bethany on the Lake at the age of 88. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Tweedt; daughter, Barbara Bjornebo; parents, Armour and Agnes; brother, H. Welling McClain; sisters Shirley Peterson, and Dolores Shaw. She is survived by her daughter, Ellen, son-in-law Mark Bjornebo, grandchildren Jeremy, Justin and Jennifer and numerous great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held later this spring.

Family requests no memorials.

Obituary Preview: Newton Warren Earl Jr was born on January 3, 1948, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to Newton and Laura (Duin) Earl. He graduated from Eagle Bend High School in 1966 and attended Staples Technical School. Newt was drafted and served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years during the Vietnam War. He was a door gunner in the Seawolves Helicopter Attack Light Squadron (HAL-3).

On June 6, 1970, Newt was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginny” Mostad at Sauk Valley Lutheran Church in rural Osakis. The couple lived at the San Jose Naval Base in California, where they started their family. They returned to Osakis after being honorably discharged. The couple was blessed with 5 children. Newt worked for Shrode Equipment and later at the Glenwood Fertilizer Loading Plant. He started farming with his father-in-law, Robert Mostad and brother-in-law, Dennis Mostad. Newt and Ginny later purchased the farm they have been living on for 50 years. He was a pilot for many years working for Alexandria Aviation.

Newt loved music, playing guitar, singing and was active with the Gordon Men’s Choir and sang in a quartet. He served as the Orange Township Treasurer for many years. Newt loved to be in his shop staying busy with all kinds of repairs and enjoyed helping his neighbors and friends with their fix-it projects. Most importantly he loved spending time with his family and friends. Many memories were made around the kitchen table at the lake or around the campfire in the backyard or camping with family and friends. In 2020, Newt was inducted into the U.S, Navy Combat Aircrew on the ship Yorktown stationed in Charleston, SC.

Newt died on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at this home at the age of 74. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ginny; children, Audray (Steve) Maxwell of West Fargo, ND, Glenn (Glenda) Earl of Underwood, ND, Michael (Melissa) of Rowlins, WY, Kenneth (Sue) Earl of Alexandria, and Kristie (Herb) Holmes of Phoenix, AZ; 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Gloria (Marlin) Hadden of Borup, MN and Carol Swanson of Walnut Grove, MN; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Newton and Laura; and brother, Leslie Earl.

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Sauk Valley Lutheran Church in rural Osakis. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church. Military Honors will be provided by the Osakis VFW Post 7902 and the U.S. Navy Honor Guard.

A live stream and recording of the service will be available 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 22, 2022, on the funeral home website. To protect the safety of all, masks are recommended.

Obituary Preview: John Claude Terwilliger was born on December 13, 1950, in Long Prairie, Minnesota to Lawrence and Lillian (Hineline) Terwilliger. He graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 1969 and attended Alexandria Technical School for Carpentry. John started working for a construction company in Brainerd and built his home in Garrison. He later built his parent’s home on Fairy Lake in Sauk Centre.

John then worked for a time at Spanier Cabinets out of Melrose, before starting his own company with JCT Construction, with his main focus being on custom cabinetry. He built his home and shop on his property north of Melrose. John’s life work was woodworking, and he was very detailed in his craft and was known for being a perfectionist.

John loved spearing and was a member of the Dark House and Angling Association. He also enjoyed deer hunting and was a life member of the Deer Hunters Chapter in Sauk Centre. John was a member of First Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre and was honored to make the altar, pulpit and lectern that are still being used today. One of his favorite memories was taking an Alaskan Cruise trip to Alaska with his girls.

John died on Sunday, January 2, 2022, at his home in rural Melrose at the age of 71. He is survived by his daughters, Kristie Terwilliger of Hoffman and Kelly (Ryan Abbott) Terwilliger of Kemah, TX; grandsons, Liam, Tanner and Trevin; brother, Glen Terwilliger of Sauk Centre; sister, Karin Wessel of Sauk Rapids and many nieces and nephews. John is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Lillian; and sister, Ila Stepniak.

Obituary Preview: Glenda Dale (Niles) Michaelson was born on July 7, 1936, to Paul and Leona (Hayton) Niles in Sandwich, Illinois. She graduated from Plano High School in 1954.

On November 5, 1955, Glenda was united in marriage to Stanley Michaelson in Plano, Illinois. The couple made their home in Plano and were blessed with 3 sons, Wayne, Owen and Aaron. The family moved to Osakis, Minnesota and bought the Lakeland Motel from 1973 until 1992. In 2006, Glenda and Stanley moved to Long Prairie.

Glenda enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, cooking, babysitting, flower gardening, raspberries and asparagus.

Glenda died on Sunday, January 2, 2022, at Alomere Health at the age of 85. She is survived by sons, Wayne Michaelson of Carlos and Owen (Carol) Michaelson of Osakis; grandchildren, Craig, Crystal, Curtis, Morgan (Justin Barnette), Joshua, Mariah (Bruce Wachowski), and Caitlyn (Cody Duguay); great-grandchildren, Leigha, Ian, Kinsley, Breden, and Wesley; siblings, Ruth Jump of Shabona, IL, Tom (Jewel) Niles of Plano, IL, Martha (Bill) Nixon of Gilson, IL, George (Pam) Niles of Harty, AR, and Ken (Laura) Niles of Plainfield, IL; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 30, 2022, at the Lillian Building in Osakis. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service. Interment will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Gordon Township.

Obituary Preview: Lorraine ‘Ivy’ Audrey (Iverson) Nomeland, was born on February 19, 1933, in Minneapolis, MN to Lawrence A. Iverson and Rose O. (Johnson) Iverson. Ivy fondly recalled her early childhood in Minneapolis, going to Sunday school, church, kindergarten, the movies, shopping downtown, riding the streetcar, and visiting family and friends. In 1938, Ivy moved with her parents to the family farm in Osakis, MN. She worked on the farm beside her parents, siblings, and grandparents. Ivy began her lifelong passion of education at School District 101, where she attended through 8th grade; and graduated from Osakis Public School in 1950. In 1953, Ivy graduated from Saint Cloud Teachers College and taught 2nd grade in Stillwater, MN. She was proud to be the first in her family to graduate from college.

On February 20, 1954, Ivy married James K. Nomeland at Salem Lutheran Church. They made their home in Osakis and had three children. They taught their children the love of God, importance of learning, and value of community. Ivy and Jim opened their home to extended family and friends and hosted several foreign exchange students and teachers from all over the world. Ivy retired in 1995 after teaching more than 30 years at Osakis Public School, where she taught all elementary grades. She was active in her community at Osakis Lutheran Church, a past president of the VFW Auxiliary, a board member for Osakis Public School, and a board member for Galeon. She enjoyed family history, church, entertaining, traveling, reading, and book club.

Ivy died on December 27, 2021, at the Galeon in Osakis at the age of 88. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Debra (Allen) Larson of Alexandria, Steven (Brenda) Nomeland of Milbank, SD, and Karen (Brian) Hopps of Minneapolis; six grandchildren, Tera (Ben) Anderson, Nicholas Larson, Carrie (Derek) Ludwig, Audrey (Dustin) Thornborrow, Leif (Faith) Nomeland, and Lili (DJ) Ruby; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Lawrence ‘Lonnie’ (Sharon) Iverson, and many nieces and nephews. Ivy is preceded in death by her husband, James; parents, Lawrence and Rose; and sister, Muriel Elaine (Iverson) Thompson.

Obituary Preview: Newman Everett Olson Jr, 84, died peacefully at the Galeon nursing home in Osakis on December 18, 2021, with his wife of 63 years at his side.

Son of Newman Olson and Katherine Evenson Olson, Newman was born in Duluth on April 3, 1937. In 1942 his family moved to Osakis where he attended school and graduated in 1955. He then attended Hamline University and received his BA degree in 1959.

On August 19, 1958, he married Sonya Evans, a native of Ulysses Kansas who moved to Osakis during their high school years.

Newman became President of the First National Bank of Osakis in 1972 having joined the staff of the bank in 1959. He served as President until 1999 and as CEO until 2019. In 2010, Newman celebrated 50 years of service and was inducted into the Minnesota Bankers Association Pioneer Club in honor of his lifelong contributions given to Minnesota’s banking community. Newman remained a member of the FNBO Board until the time of his death.

“Tuke” as he was commonly known to the entire community in his younger days, was active in all community affairs throughout his life. In 1967 he was elected to the local school board, where he served for many years, including time as Board Chairman. He was an Elk, a Mason and a member of the Osman Temple of the Shrine for over 50 years. He spent time serving on the Douglas County Hospital and Community Memorial Home Boards. He also served on both the Presbyterian Church Board of Trustees and the Session for many years. He was a past president of the Osakis Lions and an active Republican. He was also one of the early promoters of the Osakis Country Club.

An enthusiastic football fan, Newman held U of M Gopher season tickets for more than 50 years. During football season, an important step in planning any holiday or family celebration was to ensure all family activities happened around game times.

Newman also loved to travel. He took his family on a two or three week vacation every summer while his children were growing up. Many lasting memories were made during those annual trips in the travel trailer. Singing around a campfire with “hippies” in Teton National Park; visiting presidential libraries, family gravesites, and Chicago museums in the Midwest; dealing with treacherous mountainous roads and long travel days listening to comedy routines and The Sound of Music on a portable tape player; and experiencing extreme weather conditions including a summer snowstorm in Yellowstone and 109 degrees in the shade in British Columbia are among the memories we shared during those special times. After the children were grown, Newman and Sonya traveled to many special places around the world.

Newman is survived by his wife, Sonya; daughters Kathy (Greg) Hansen, Betsy (Loren) Pietrzak, and Chris (Spence) Engebretson; son Stuart Olson; grandchildren Jonathan and Christopher Hansen, Cory and Derek Pietrzak, Justin, Tyler and Zach Dahlheimer, Alex and Adam Engebretson, Megan and Tyler Olson; great grandchildren Everett, Elsie, Arthur, Connor, Audrey, Lucy, Leo, Archer and Wilder; sister-in-law Ilene, and several nieces and nephews.

Newman was preceded in death by his parents, Newman and Katherine (Evenson) Olson Sr. and his brother Steve Olson, Sr.

A visitation will take place on Monday, December 27, 2021, from 4-7 PM at the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home and one hour prior to the funeral service on Tuesday at the church.

Obituary Preview: Jesse Roy Holmquist, 33, of Long Prairie, MN passed away on December 18, 2021 from an oil field accident. He was a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Jesse was born in Long Prairie to Kelly “Red” and Judith Holmquist. He was the oldest of six children. Being around his dad and grandfather on the farm sparked a lifelong love of tractors, which he collected all his life, accumulating well over a dozen classic models. Jesse joined the United States Marine Corps June 11, 2007. He fulfilled and completed his contract, and was honorably discharged June 15, 2011. He earned the Seas Service Deployment Ribbon, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Kuwait, the Humanitarian Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, a Certificate Commendation, a Meritorious Mast, and a Rifle Qualification Badge: Expert. He was deployed with CLB-24 Combat Logistic Battalion from December 2009 to August 2010. He visited many countries during his deployment. Jesse wrote (and was proud of the fact), “CLB-24 was the first in history to replace a 7-ton Marine Corps heavy duty truck with a caterpillar while at sea.”

Four months before he completed his military service, on February 19, 2011, Jesse married Sylvia Brittany Rene Bowling. He became a father to Sylvia’s son Graden, and together they had three more children, Wyatt, Waylon, and Jessamine.

Growing up on the farm, Jesse learned to repair and rebuild the family’s equipment at a young age. Later he became proficient at MIG, ARC and torch welding. He spent time working in the oil field of North Dakota and Montana, and drove a commercial truck, visiting 47 of the continental states. At any new job he undertook he quickly became recognized for his mechanic’s skills and his tremendous work ethic, both of which he learned from his father Red.

Jesse loved hunting, fishing, shooting, cooking for his family, working on his trucks and tractors, riding his Harley, helping his parents on the farm, going on adventures with his brothers, taking his sister on long drives around town so they could get caught up on conversations, having phone chats with his grandparents, being with his wife, and teaching his children his many skills. He was always up for a good time with his buddies, which he made everywhere life took him.

Jesse was preceded in death by his grandmother, Judith (LaForge) Holmquist­­­­­­­­. He is survived by his wife Sylvia; his children Graden, Wyatt, Waylon, and Jessamine; parents Kelly Sr. and Judith; brothers Kelly (Jolee), Timber (Cassie), Dain (Tiana), and Hans; sister Angel (Mario, whom he considered an honorary brother); grandparents Albert Holmquist (Kay) and Jerry and Nancy Haase, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, many friends.

Obituary Preview: John Patrick Kielty died peacefully on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at the age of 77 at the Galeon in Osakis with his beloved sister, Linda by his side. Everyone who knew him will miss his sparkling blue eyes and sincere smile. John was born on December 9, 1944, in Minneapolis to Sylvester and Emma (Kobs) Kielty. Struck by a devastating illness as an infant, John is now freed from his limited mind and tortured body to be the man he was created to be. After leaving Faribault State Hospital, he lived for 25 years at the REM homes in Hoffman, MN where he enjoyed friends and community outings. He loved being active and working in the yard of wherever he lived.

He joins his parents, Sylvester and Emma; older sister, Beverly (Victor) Wimmer; brother, Timothy Kielty; and special aunt, Margaret Kobs in heaven with Jesus. John is survived by his sisters, Gretchen (Robert) Condon of Rochester; Linda Kielty of Long Prairie; Jean Kielty of Chicago; brothers, Thomas (Gloria) Kielty of Fort Myers, FL, Terrence (Joyce) Kielty of Montgomery, and Dennis (Cheryl) Kielty of North Branch; sister-in-law, Jan Kielty of San Jose, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM Monday, December 27, 2021, at Immaculate Conception Church in Osakis, MN with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held at a later date at St. Anthony Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN.

Memorials are preferred to the Galeon in Osakis.

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann Wit, of Osakis MN, passed away peacefully at the Galeon on December 17th, 2021, with her children at her side at the age of 77 years old.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at 11:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis.

A visitation will take place one hour prior to mass at the church on Thursday.

Interment will be in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Osakis.

Mary Ann was the daughter of Roy and Agnes Peterson, born on June 30, 1944. She grew up helping on the family farm in Osakis. She graduated from Osakis High School, and on August 20th, 1963, she married her high school sweetheart, Arlo Witt. They started their lifelong journey on a farm not too far from where she grew up. Together they had 4 children: Michael, Cindy, Scott, and Shanna.

Due to Arlo’s health issues, they sold their farm in 1980 and moved to Staples MN. Mary continued her education and graduated from Wadena Tech taking a secretarial course. The next 10 years were difficult, and they moved 4 more times. During this time Mary was employed at many different places. Finally, in 1990, they resided back in Osakis to help her parents and brother on the family farm. During this time, Mary worked at Wacosa helping the handicappedand at DSR in Sauk Centre.

Mary retired in 2009 to be able to take care of and spend time with Arlo who was terminally ill.

Mary is survived by her children, Cindy (Wesely) Diel of Osakis,Scott Witt of Swift Falls,Shanna (kris) Middendorf of Sauk Centre; grandchildren,Samantha and Josephine Diel,Michael, Alexis, and Jerrald Witt, and Miranda, Haley, and Brianna Middendorf.

Also, her siblings, Richie Peterson of Alexandria,Doris (Curt) Hanson of Little Falls, Judy (Leroy) Toenies of Akeley,and Ruth (Jim) Tessier of Farmington.

Mary is Preceded in death by her son, Michael Witt, her husband Arlo Witt,her brothers Ronald, and Russell Peterson.

Mary was a devoted wife and loving mother. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. Her eyes always beamed when they were present. She had a bubbly personality, and a very caring heart. She loved making people laugh especially her grandchildren.

On occasion Mary and her sisters would have a girls get away, sharing laughs and memories with one another.

Mary had a big heart for animals and had the pleasure of owning horses which she loved to ride. She raised collies and chickens and many pets throughout her lifetime.

Some of her other hobbies include, spending time with family and friends, bird watching, watching movies, interacting with friends on Facebook, watching her grandkids play sports, and playing bingo.

Mary Ann will be dearly missed as she impacted the lives of many.

Obituary Preview: Wilma Mary (Ritchie) Triebenbach was born on February 15, 1938, in Des Moines, Iowa to William “Bill” and Vivian (Erickson) Ritchie. She grew up in Blairsburg, IA, where she graduated from high school in 1956. Wilma’s family vacationed summers in Osakis, where she had family living. Wilma moved to California with a friend and worked as a bank teller. In the summer of 1959, she returned to Osakis and attended a dance in Sauk Centre with Dallas. After the dance, the two talked late in the morning hours sitting in Dallas’s car, under the yard light in Uncle Bob Ritchie’s driveway. Wilma returned to California, and the two corresponded by writing letters.

A short time later, Dallas proposed in a letter, Wilma came back to Osakis and the two were united in marriage on February 4, 1961. The couple lived in Osakis and were blessed with three children, Kelly, Karl and Kurtis. Wilma was a homemaker and raised the children. After the kids were grown, she started working as the custodian at Osakis Lutheran Church which she continued until her passing.

Wilma was very involved with her church holding many roles over the years. Sunday school teacher, singing in the choir, Church Council, and as the Lunch Coordinator for special occasions at the church. She enjoyed bowling for many years on many leagues and was involved with the Central Lakes Cruiser Car Club. Wilma was very family orientated and LOVED spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Wilma died on Thursday evening, December 9, 2021, at the Galeon in Osakis at the age of 83. Her passing was gentle and peaceful with family and God at her side. She is survived by her husband, Dallas of Osakis; daughter, Kelly (Dennis) Smith of Evansville; son, Karl (wife, Gina Brusseau) Triebenbach and their children, Rebecca, Finn and Stella of Minneapolis, MN; son, Kurtis (Erica) Triebenbach; and their son, Alexander, of Lakeville, MN; sister-in-law, Delores (Wayne) Olson of Osakis. Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Vivian Ritchie; and favorite cousin, Roberta (Ritchie) Laven.

Obituary Preview: Harold John DeBlieck was born on January 26, 1956, in Bertha, Minnesota to Robert and Ellen (Forsberg) DeBlieck. He was one of nine children that was raised on a farm in rural Bertha. In 1974, Harold graduated from Clarissa High School and then enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served his country for three and a half years as a jet engine mechanic and was stationed in San Marina, CA. After his service, he moved to Aldrich, Minnesota where he owned and operated the Aldrich Gas and Service Station.

Harold was united in marriage to Bernadette Johnson on April 7, 1979, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Wadena. The couple continued to live in Aldrich, where Harold sold the gas station and attended Staples Technical College in the fall of 1979 for a degree in drafting and design. After college he was hired by 3M in Staples. Harold continued his education in St. Paul through 3M and completed his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering in 1985. Throughout his career at 3M, he was transferred to numerous different communities and felt blessed to be able to move to the cabin on Lake Osakis while working at the Staples location in 2000, where he was able to finish his last 17 years. Harold retired in April of 2017 after 37 years.

Harold enjoyed hunting, fishing, (especially spearing), riding his motorcycle and spending time behind the grill or smoker. He loved taking his family on hunting, fishing and camping trips. He will always be remembered for his willingness to help others, dependability, heart of gold, and as the rock and foundation for his family. The family has treasured each and every day after his motorcycle accident in 2017 and considered each of those days a blessing.

Harold died unexpectedly on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Alomere Health in Alexandria at the age of 65. He is survived by his wife, Bernie; sons, Josh (DeeDee) DeBlieck of Clear Lake and Jacob (Amber) DeBlieck of Eagle Bend; daughter, Jennifer (Darren) Pastian of Osakis; grandchildren, Christopher, Gage, Mason, Ashton, Leah, Dakotah, Emma and Tucker; sisters, Ellen (Gary) Huelsnitz, Marcia (Dennis) Borle, Linda (Noel) Van Valkburg, Laura (Mike) Rolfes, Elaine Coelho, Sharon (Bill) Budd; brothers, Charles (Michelle) DeBlieck and Vernon (Joan) DeBlieck; and many nieces and nephews. Harold is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ellen; and brother-in-law, Bernard Coelho.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 10, 2021, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis. Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Roy-Hetland Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church.

A live stream and recording of the service will be available 11:00 AM on Friday, December 10, 2021, on the funeral home website.

Obituary Preview: Clarice “Claris” Arlene Sorenson was born on December 12, 1930, in Gordon Township, Todd County, Minnesota to Arthur and Clara (Ingvalson) Sorenson, one of eleven children. She attended District 63 school in rural Osakis for eight years. Claris began her waitressing career at a restaurant in Alexandria. She also worked in Paynesville, St. Cloud, and Fargo.

Upon retirement, she lived in Fargo the rest of her life. Her favorite pastime was shopping and watching TV. She had a great sense of humor and was known for her delicious chocolate brownies.

Claris passed away from covid 19 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo on November 30, 2021, at the age of 90. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Allan, Kenneth, Maurice and Eugene; and her sister, Adelene Pynes. Claris is survived by brothers, Duane (Janice) Sorenson of Sauk Centre, Ronald (Virginia) Sorenson, Carmen (Cynthia) Sorenson and Roger (Phyllis) Sorenson all of Osakis; sister, Lorraine Buzick of St. Cloud; daughter, Sharon Sorenson; and many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM on Monday, December 6, 2021, at Salem Lutheran Church in Osakis. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church.

Obituary Preview: Leslie Boyd Berry, age 90, of Clotho MN passed away at his home on Saturday, November 20, 2021.

Boyd was born in Osakis, MN to Floyd and Vera Berry on September 18, 1931. While growing up, he lived in the Clotho area and attended school in Long Prairie, MN.

After high school, Boyd enlisted in the Navy and served as a Sea Bee for 4 years. He was stationed at various places in the Pacific and Alaska, with many stories of his work and travels while serving. Boyd used his masonry training to do work for many people in the area after his discharge.

On July 6, 1957, Boyd married his sweetheart, Devona Peterson. They were the 3rd generation to continue on the family farm and received many quality awards from Kraft Foods.

In addition to farming and raising his family, Boyd was active on the Leslie Township Board, the Clotho Creamery board, and various insurance boards for many years. He was also a proud member of the American Legion in Long Prairie.

Boyd will be fondly remembered for his sense of humor and love of words. Two of his favorite were copacetic and indubitably, which he taught to all his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Devona; children, Denise (Marlo) Kasper, Dione (Douglas) Lowe, Michael (Curt Felix) Berry, Greg (Gwen) Berry and Renita (Brian) Arndt; a daughter-in-law, Donna Phelps Berry; 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; and sisters, Beverly Christensen of Menahga, MN and Judith (Ken) Palar of Silver Bay, MN.

Preceding him in death were his parents; one sister, Berdeana Carstenson; and grandson, Dylan Berry.

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM on Monday, November 29, 2021, at Peace United Church in Long Prairie. Visitation will be held from 2-5 PM on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home in Osakis and for one hour prior to the service at the church.

A live stream and recording of the service will be available 11:00 AM on Monday, November 29, 2021, on the funeral home website.

Obituary Preview: Vivian Murphy (Nee Collins) Age 92 of Dwight, Illinois (formerly of Osakis, Minnesota) passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.

Born April 26, 1929, in Osakis, Minnesota, Vivian Rosemary was the daughter of Michael and Marie (nee Brouns) Collins. She was raised and educated in Osakis and graduated from Osakis High School in 1947, attended business school, and worked for Reinhart's in Minneapolis for many years. It was there that she met Francis "Frank" Murphy, the love of her life. The two married in Belle River, Minnesota, on August 31, 1963. Vivian then retired and dedicated her life to raising her family, and the family relocated to Dwight, Illinois, in 1971.

Vivian was a member of Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Dwight, where she participated in the Altar & Rosary Group. She was an active member of the Dwight Women's Club and served on the Dwight Public Library and the Bank of Dwight boards. She was a gifted painter of porcelain china and enjoyed playing Bridge and Whist. Above all, her family was her pride and joy. She devoted herself to being the best mother and grandmother she could be and cherished the memories she made with her family over her lifetime.

Survivors include two daughters: Mary (Tom) Hogan and Erin (Eric) Frobish, both of Morris; five grandchildren: Aindrea "Daah" Hogan, Shannon Hogan (fiancée Denny Entwistle), Ethan Frobish, Elaina "Ellie" Frobish, and Emma Frobish; one brother, Gary (Judy) Collins of Carlos, Minnesota, and one sister, Kathleen (the late Darwin) Hetland of Osakis, Minnesota, two sisters-in-law: Beverly Collins of Osakis, Minnesota and Elizabeth Murphy of Chicago; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Vivian was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Frank on August 10, 2016; one brother, David Collins, and one brother in infancy; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law George (Mary) Murphy, Robert Murphy, and Anna Mae Murphy; and nephews, Shaun Collins and Gary Heath.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 2:30 PM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Belle River, MN.

A visitation will take place one hour prior to the mass at the church on Saturday.

Interment will be St. Nicholas Catholic Cemetery in Belle River, MN.

Local arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd. in Morris (815) 942-2500.

Obituary Preview: Gail Marion Fairchild died peacefully on October 31, 2021, at age 74 in Santa Rosa, CA.

Gail was originally from Osakis, MN. She was born to Bill and Gladys Sliper on November 17, 1946. She met her husband of 50 years, Mike, while on a trip to San Francisco in 1968 and settled in the Bay Area.

Gail graduated from the University of Minnesota, majoring in Spanish, but found a fulfilling career in accounting. She was an accountant for over 35 years for local Sonoma County wineries, retiring in 2018 from Geyser Peak Winery.

She was an advocate for her community, through organizations such as the San Francisco Educational Services, Presents Project, and the Healdsburg Food Bank. She enjoyed music and sang in the Healdsburg Community Chorus.

She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed cheering on Bay Area and Minnesota teams. She took great joy in supporting the children in her and Mike’s lives at their soccer matches. She could often be found enthusiastically offering her support or critical thoughts from the sidelines.

Gail delighted all with her dry sense of humor and style. She cared for family and community with style, humor, caring and resolve. Gail was devoted to her family and took great pride in children and grandchildren. However, she took a special joy in spoiling her two grandchildren.

Gail leaves behind husband, Mike; children, Elissa and Andy; daughter-in-law, Ashley; her granddaughters, Maddy and Cora; and her sister, Carol (Ron) Hirabayashi. She will be missed dearly.

Gail is laid in rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Obituary Preview: Wayne Monroe Larson was born on October 15, 1930, in Long Prairie, Minnesota to Albin and Olga (Johnson) Larson. He was baptized at Bethel Lutheran Church in Little Sauk Township and confirmed at Elim Lutheran Church near Osakis. Wayne attended country school at District 29 near Osakis and graduated from Osakis High School. After graduation, Wayne joined the United States Army where he served from 1949 - 1950 and continued serving his country for another 4 years in the Army Reserves.

On September 17, 1955, Wayne was united in marriage to Ina Johnson at Elim Lutheran Church. The couple began their married life working and living in Sauk Centre, MN while Wayne attended St. Cloud State College where he worked towards a Business Degree. The couple moved to Fergus Falls where Wayne was called to serve as the administrator at Broen Memorial Home, while continuing his education at the Lutheran Brethren Bible College. Their only child, Nadene Ina, was born 9 years later.

Wayne was a visionary. He was instrumental in the development of Lutheran Brethren Homes increasing the span of this ministry by adding facilities in Mesa, AZ, Sun City, AZ, and Garland, TX. He retired in November of 1998 after 37 years of Service; a career that began as an administrator transitioning through many roles and titles to President and CEO of Lutheran Brethren Homes. After retiring, he also served as a consultant for the building of Sheridan House. In June of 2001, Wayne and Ina moved to Ina’s century-owned family farm in Osakis, MN.

Wayne was very involved in the community and giving of his time and talents. He had an incredible ability to communicate to people on all levels and encouraged everyone. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Hillcrest Lutheran Academy in Fergus Falls, he was a former Rotarian, a Gideon and served on countless boards and committees in the Lutheran Brethren Synod, Missions, and the community of Fergus Falls. His faith was unwavering, and he loved to share it and tell people how good God is! He enjoyed leading Bible studies, memorizing scripture, substitute preaching and being an Elder at Bethel and Elim Lutheran Churches. Wayne loved music and sang many times in church and for numerous weddings and funerals. In his early years he sang in a quartet with his brothers Orville and Loren, and brother-in-law Phil Klukken. They even sang on a weekly broadcast on the Wadena radio station. He was an avid reader, especially the Bible, and any books about the scriptures he loved. His personal library reflected his lifelong study. Wayne loved taking long drives, finding a new favorite restaurant, and taking Ina or others out for a good dinner. He also enjoyed watching sports, mostly high school sports, and encouraging the young athletes. He followed the Hillcrest Comets teams and many others.

Wayne was a proud uncle of many nieces and nephews and had a special bond with many of them. He was also a “bonus” Grandpa to Peter and Matthew Boisclair. He was “Dad” to Sadie (Tsedale Belete) who came into their lives and was loved like a daughter. His grandson Jonah Wayne came later in his life but was (and is) his treasure. He loved each dearly and all were often in his thoughts and prayers. Wayne will mostly be remembered for his mentoring and his generosity.

Wayne died on Monday, November 8, 2021, at Woodcrest Assisted Living in Alexandria, MN at the age of 91, with his wife Ina by his side. He is survived by his wife, Ina of 66 years;daughter, Nadene (Dan) Boisclair of Apple Valley, MN; grandson, Jonah Boisclair; several in-laws, and many nieces and nephews. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, grandchildren, Noah and Sabrina; sister, Irene Klukken, and brothers, Orville and Loren Larson.

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM on Monday, November 22, 2021, at Elim Lutheran Church in Osakis. Visitation will be held from 3-5 PM on Sunday, November 21, 2021, at the funeral home and for one hour prior to the service at the church.Military Honors will be provided by the Osakis Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7902 and the Minnesota National Honor Guard.

A live stream and recording of the service will be available 11:00 AM on Monday, November 22, 2021, on the funeral home website.

Obituary Preview: Marlin “Pearly” Ness, age 85, of Glenwood, formerly of Westport, MN passed away on October 31, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family after a very brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Marlin Orville Ness was born in St. Cloud, MN to Stanley and Irene (Rau) Ness. He graduated from St. Cloud Tech High School in 1954. He began working in the Parts Department at International Harvester in Minneapolis, MN. On May 28, 1960, he married his soulmate, Delphine Schneider at the Catholic Church in Rockville, MN. They moved to the little town of Westport in Pope County and Marlin began a long career as owner/operator of the Westport Oil Company. Marlin delivered fuel oil in the area. In 1979, he sold the business to Cenex in Villard, MN. Together Marlin and Del ran a supper club they called The Playground Supper Club in Westport for 10 years. He did continue on as manager for Cenex from 1983 until his retirement in 2001. For over 30 years, Marlin served his Westport community as the Mayor, in addition to being on the city council for over 50 years. He was a very active member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Villard, having also volunteered to serve on the Church Council. In addition, Marlin was an active member of the Knights of Columbus. In 2020, they moved to Glenwood, MN.

In his free time, Marlin enjoyed going hunting and fishing, frying up whatever he caught, dancing, and gardening. In the winter months, he spent many hours out snowmobiling, bowling, ice fishing, and socializing. He loved to follow his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids events. Marlin was a wonderful husband, dad, grandpa, and brother. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife, Del Ness of Glenwood; daughters, Sheila (Jim) Pfeninger of Villard and Deanna (Jim) Otte of St. Cloud; four grandchildren, Leanne (Trent) Prohl, Alicia (Danny) Leach, Zack Otte, and Nash Otte; three great-grandchildren, Addalyn, Brynlee, and Easton; siblings, Vern Ness of St. Cloud and Carliss (Fred) Lucius of Cookville, TN; and many nieces and nephews. Marlin is preceded in death by his parents, Stanley, and Irene; and sister, Arlene Medeck.

A Mass of Resurrection will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at St. Bartholomew Church in Villard with Father Joe Vandeberg officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 5, 2021, 4:00 – 7:00 PM at St. Bartholomew Church and continue on Friday at the church an hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Calvary Cemetery in Villard.