Obituaries

Ainsley Marie Moberg-Wooley

Ainsley Marie Moberg-Wooley

Oct 29, 2024

Ainsley Marie Moberg-Wooley, too precious for this world, was born sleeping on October 29, 2024, at Sanford Health in Fargo, ND, her beautiful dark hair a testament to her angelic presence. 

A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 5:00-8:00 pm, at Dobmeier Funeral Home in Barnesville, MN.

Ainsley is survived by her adoring parents Brittany Moberg and Sean...

Laura Anne Hensley

Laura Anne Hensley

Oct 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laura Hensley, Barnesville, MN (formerly of Phoenix, AZ), a truly loving and kind soul. Laura passed away at her home, under the care of hospice, on October 22, 2024, surrounded by loved ones, at the age of 45 years, 9 months, and 11 days.

 Laura was a woman who had...

Myrna Mae Anderson

Myrna Mae Anderson

Oct 22, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Myrna Anderson, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, homemaker, and valued member of the community. Myrna, 84, of Barnesville, MN (formerly of Larimore, ND) died on October 22, 2024, at Hawley Senior Living Center.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Dobmeier Funeral Home, in Barnesville, MN, from 3:00-5:00 pm with...

Reginald "Reggie" Bach

Reginald "Reggie" Bach

Oct 9, 2024

Reginald “Reggie” Bach, 77, of Barnesville, MN, passed away at Essentia Health in Fargo, North Dakota, on October 9, 2024.

Reggie Bach was born on January 14, 1947, to Linus and Margaret Bach in East Grand Forks, MN. He graduated from East Grand Forks Sacred Heart High School with the class of 1964, setting a foundation for a life marked by...

Donna Ernst

Donna Ernst

Sep 30, 2024

Donna Ernst, 74, of Barnesville, MN, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at Sanford Hospice House.

Donna AnnMarie Edlund, known as Punky to family and friends, was born on July 16, 1950, in Breckenridge, MN, to Donald and Ella (Hoime) Edlund. Donna spent her formative years attending Wolverton Elementary and graduating from Breckenridge High School in 1968.

Donna married Pete Nichols on...

Carl Donovan Nord

Carl Donovan Nord

Sep 21, 2024

Carl Nord, 64, of Wolverton, MN, died in the country near his home with his family and friends. Born to Bev and Wally Nord in Breckenridge, MN, in 1960, he attended Barnesville Public Schools and the Wolverton Lutheran Church. With his extraordinary work ethic, Carl helped successfully grow the Nord Family Farm and was a leader in the farming community....

Joann Sobeck

Joann Sobeck

Sep 16, 2024

Joann (Bondy, Neubauer) Sobeck passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept 16,2024. She was 88 years old.

Joann worked as a hearing aid specialist. After she retired, she went on to become a senior companion. Through the senior companion organization, she would take seniors to doctors’ appointments, grocery shopping, etc. Joann made many friendships and enjoyed her time with them.

Joann was married...

Abel "Abe" Barrera

Abel "Abe" Barrera

Sep 11, 2024

Abe Barrera, 82, of rural Pelican Rapids, MN, died on September 11, 2024, at his home. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 2:00 pm at St. James UCC in Barnesville, MN, with Rev. John Werner presiding. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, from 5-8 pm at St. James UCC, with a prayer...

Joan Thrane

Joan Thrane

Sep 9, 2024

Joan Shirley Thrane, 92, of Minneapolis, MN, died in Barnesville, MN, on September 9, 2024. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Dobmeier Funeral Home in Barnesville, MN, beginning at 4:00 pm with a prayer service led by Rev. John Werner at 5:00 pm. 

Joan was born to Ruby and Oscar Thrane in Barnesville MN on April...

Virginia Ann Kava

Virginia Ann Kava

Sep 7, 2024

Virginia “Ginny” Kava, 68, of Barnesville, MN died on Saturday, September 9, 2024, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Assumption Catholic Church in Barnesville, MN at 11:00 am with Fr. Todd Arends presiding. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church and burial will...

Chris Berger

Chris Berger

Sep 4, 2024

Christopher Arthur Berger, born on August 4, 1974, at Fort Leonard Wood Army Base in Missouri, lived a life filled with adventure, love, and a deep connection to nature. As the son of Army parents, Chris spent his early years moving around, calling various places home, including Burlington, Wisconsin; Glyndon, Minnesota; and Union Grove, Wisconsin, where he graduated from high...

Kevin Barta

Kevin Barta

Aug 26, 2024

Kevin Barta, a man of humble beginnings and unwavering dedication, passed away following a courageous battle with cancer on August 26, 2024. Memorial Services will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Barnesville with Rev. Eric Souer officiating. Visitation will start one hour prior to the service at the church and...

Sharalyn Drake

Sharalyn Drake

Aug 24, 2024

Sharalyn Anne Drake, 84, passed away in Salem, Oregon on August 24th, 2024. Sharalyn, daughter of Harry and Angeline Bridgeman was born July 6, 1940, in Roseville, Minnesota. 

On May 5, 1962, Sharalyn married Donald F. Drake, II, in Carmel- by-the-Sea, California. Two daughters were born to that union, Shannon and Dolcie, and with Don’s two sons from his prior marriage,...

Ray Krull

Ray Krull

Aug 17, 2024

Ray Krull, 64, of Barnesville, MN, lost his courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Barnesville under the care of hospice. 

Services will be held at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Barnesville on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Ali Haugerud officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior...

William Kenneth Scheer

William Kenneth Scheer

Jul 12, 2024

William Kenneth Scheer, known to many as "Bill," was born on March 19, 1936, in Fessenden, North Dakota, to his parents William and Albertina Scheer. 

Bill attended school in Fessenden and Maddock, North Dakota, ultimately graduating from Maddock. On June 10, 1956, Bill married Elaine Corrin Erickson at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Fargo. They had three sons Bradley, Craig, and...

Curtis Lloyd Butenhoff

Curtis Lloyd Butenhoff

Jul 12, 2024

Curtis Lloyd Butenhoff passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the Sanford Hospital in Fargo ND.

He was born on January 17, 1935, to Edwin and Violet (Jackson) Butenhoff on the family farm in rural Baker, MN. He grew up there and attended a country school near Baker, then attended and graduated...

Jay Leitch

Jay Leitch

Jun 25, 2024

Dr. Jay A. Leitch, Dean & Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Retired USNR-R, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at the age of 75. He fought a year-long battle with mesothelioma. At Jay’s request, there will be no funeral service. A private, family celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

Jay was...

Donna Mae Saice

Donna Mae Saice

Jun 13, 2024

Donna M. Saice, 85, of Dilworth, MN, made her heavenly journey into the arms of our Savior on June 13, 2024. As to her wishes, a grave site service will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery, 165th Ave. & Hwy 9, Barnesville, MN, on Thursday, June 20, at 2:00 pm.

Donna Mae Rott was born to Gottlieb and Rose (Mudiger) Rott...

Rose Rodacker

Rose Rodacker

Jun 4, 2024

Rose Rodacker, age 70, of Casselton, ND, died on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND. 

Rosemarie Ann Jerger was born on August 21, 1953, the oldest of 11 children to Walter and Mavis (Peake) Jerger in Moorhead, MN. She grew up on the family farm in rural Rothsay. Being active in 4-H was one of her favorite...

David Henry Herbig

David Henry Herbig

Jun 4, 2024

David Henry Herbig was born to Dorothy Stewart and Heinrich Herbig on September 22, 1940. While growing up in Minneapolis, he enjoyed reading and watching movies. In his childhood, Dave and his mom fostered a special kinship that continued long after. Dave attended Roosevelt High School where he partook in ski jumping and excelled in academics. He graduated from Roosevelt...

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