Obituaries

Thief River Falls – Julie Thorson passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026, in Thief River Falls. Born on August 6, 1944, in Bagley, Julie’s life was marked by kindness, generosity, and a passionate commitment to those around her. A proud graduate of Gonvick High School in 1962, Julie pursued…

Thief River Falls – David Waldo Sheridan, 91, of Thief River Falls, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls. David was born on October 11, 1934, in Minnesota to Linton Cathie Sheridan and Grace Devern (Phelps) Sheridan. He grew up in…

Goodridge – Rodney Wayne Boutain, of Goodridge passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 surrounded by those who loved him. He was born on June 10, 1969, in Red Lake Falls to Lawrence Leroy Boutain and Evelyn Theresa (Currie) Boutain. Rodney attended Goodridge Public School and ATVI in Thief River…

Grygla – David Salvinus Hoffert passed away on June 5, 2026. David was born on August 19, 1968. As a baby, he was a chubby cherub admired for his long eyelashes – a trait that drew compliments throughout his life. His favorite food was what he called “mus-erd.” His favorite…

Thief River Falls – Virginia (Ginny) Janelle Tripp, 95, passed away on December 4, 2025, in Blaine. Ginny was born on March 28, 1930, in Bray Township, to Nick and Clara (Olsen) Schalz. On March 4, 1950, Ginny married Earl Tripp, and together they built a life in Thief River…

Red Lake Falls – Pam Hopperstad, 67, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with advanced small cell lung cancer. Pamela Dora Hopperstad was born January 22, 1959, in Minneapolis, to Webb Duane Fullmer Sr. and Janis Faye (Klemmetson) Fullmer. She was raised in McIntosh,…

Thief River Falls – Joan A. Nelson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away at her home on Friday, May 29, 2026 in Thief River Falls. Joan was born on October 29, 1936, in Racine, Wisconsin. She lived a full life marked by commitment to both nursing and…

Thief River Falls – Rodger L. Anderson, a cherished family member and a dedicated community member, passed away on February 6, 2026, at the Fargo VA Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 18, 1948, in Drayton, ND, Rodger lived a life full of purpose, pride, and…

Ritchie “Poncho” Gagner passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. A Celebration of Life for Poncho will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 2–4 p.m. at the American Legion in Red Lake Falls, with a meal being served. Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.

Thief River Falls – Shirley Johnson, 87, of Thief River Falls, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026. A gathering time for friends and family celebrating the life of Ron Holmstrom and Shirley Johnson will be held from 5–7 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Johnson Funeral Service in…