Obituaries

Kathleen Mauch

Kathleen Mauch

Aug 27, 2025

Kathleen Mauch, 77, of Mantador, ND, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025.  

Kathy was an active and happy-go-lucky member of any community or organization she was a part of, and took great passion in volunteering wherever there was a need. She loved the lake, travel, and time with friends; it seemed she was always on the go. Although a...

Ann Bonn

Ann Bonn

Aug 26, 2025

Ann Stewart Bonn of Wahpeton, North Dakota, passed away on August 26, 2025, at the age of 77. Ann was raised by her parents, Jessie Stewart and Roy Stewart, near St. John, North Dakota. After marrying Al Bonn (Junior), she moved to Mylo, ND, where she and Junior raised 4 daughters. Following Junior’s death, she moved to Bisbee, North Dakota,...

Raymond Wacha

Raymond Wacha

Aug 8, 2025

Raymond Wacha, 90, of Wahpeton, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025. 

Per Raymond's wishes no services are planned. 

May he rest in eternal peace.

Miriam Donnan

Miriam Donnan

Aug 7, 2025

Miriam Donnan, 88, died peacefully at her home in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota August 7, 2025, with her husband Terry by her side. Her children, sister, relatives and friends were with her in the days and hours before she died and her family is thankful for the kindness and care provided by Red River Hospice and Pelican Landing staff when she...

Alvin "Ace" Eckre

Alvin "Ace" Eckre

Aug 2, 2025

Alvin Charles Eckre, 97, of Wahpeton, passed away peacefully on August 2nd, 2025, in Wahpeton.

He was the oldest of three children, born to Carl and Ragnild (Ulsaker) Eckre. Ace was born on February 16, 1928, in Minot, ND. He spent the first 10 years on the family farm near Roseglen, ND, and attended a one-room schoolhouse through the 4th grade....

Mary Kuehn

Mary Kuehn

Jul 31, 2025

Mary F. Kuehn, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 31, 2025, in Wahpeton.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 11 am, with visitation one hour prior, at St. John's Catholic Church in Wahpeton, ND. Interment is at the Calvary Cemetery in Wahpeton. 

Mary Frances Simonitch was born on October...

Jon Langendorfer

Jon Langendorfer

Jul 30, 2025

Jon W. Langendorfer, age 63, of Wahpeton, ND, passed away in his home on July 30, 2025.  Services are pending at this time.  Please check back for updates.

Janis Johnson

Janis Johnson

Jul 27, 2025

Janis Rae (Platt) Johnson, age 83, of Breckenridge, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 27, 2025, with her family at her side.

Janis was lovingly known as the “Lefse Queen” by her family and friends. She was a four-time consecutive recipient of the Silver Platter Award at the Wilkin County Fair and brought joy to hundreds each year...

Marie Krause

Marie Krause

Jul 26, 2025

Marie Laurel Krause passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, in Wahpeton, ND, surrounded by her husband and two daughters.

Marie was born on December 31, 1947, in Wahpeton, ND, to Arthur and Edigna “Toots” (Dauer) Raeder. Being the oldest of five girls, Marie helped care for her younger sisters as they grew up.

Marie attended St. John’s Catholic School and graduated...

Howard Steen

Howard Steen

Jul 25, 2025

The burial for Howard will take place on Saturday, August 9th at 10:30 AM, with Military Honors, at Fairview Cemetery in Wahpeton.

Howard Steen, 91, was called home by God on Friday, July 25, 2025, while residing in Wahpeton, ND. His visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., followed by a prayer service at...

Delores Weitzel

Delores Weitzel

Jul 23, 2025

Delores Rene Weitzel

With a schedule you could set your watch by, a heart big enough for everyone she met, and a smile that lit up every room, Delores Rene Weitzel lived a full and joyful life. Born on April 21, 1931, in Sebeka, Minnesota, to Ray and Hilma Sirois, Delores brought warmth, energy, and grace to everything she did.

On July...

George Kent

George Kent

Jul 18, 2025

George Kent, 85, of Wahpeton, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the Leach Home in Wahpeton, ND. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 1 PM at the Leach Home.

May he now ride freely and without pain in heaven. 

Marlys M. Gira

Marlys M. Gira

Jul 16, 2025

Marlys Gira, 89 of Wahpeton, ND, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.  Her funeral service will take place on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Vertin-Munson Funeral Home at 1 pm, with visitation one hour before the service.  Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Wahpeton. 

Marlys Marie Gira (Rasmussen) was born on October 21, 1935, to Dan and Mary (Jensen)...

Loretta Lena Althoff

Loretta Lena Althoff

Jul 15, 2025

Loretta Lena Althoff left this earth on July 15, 2025. A Mass of Christian will be on Monday, July 21, 2025, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Mooreton, ND at 11 AM. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 on Monday with a rosary recited by the Christian Mothers at 10:30. Interment will be at the parish cemetery; Fr. Paul Kuhn will officiate....

James E Severson

James E Severson

Jul 9, 2025

James "Swede" Edwin Severson, 79, of Breckenridge, MN, passed away July 9, 2025, at Fergus Falls (MN) Veterans Home, surrounded by his loved ones. A visitation in his honor will be held Monday, July 14, 2025, at Vertin-Munson Funeral Home (Wahpeton) from 4 - 6 PM with his service beginning at 6 PM.

James was born May 10, 1946, in Morris,...

Wayne "Bozo" Colby

Wayne "Bozo" Colby

Jul 6, 2025

Wayne "Bozo" Colby, age 71, passed away on July 6, 2025, in the cherished surroundings of his beloved lake. He was born on April 22, 1954, in Amarillo, Texas to Edward and Joy (Nugent) Colby. Wayne’s life was marked by both unwavering dedication and profound love for his family, the outdoors, and his work.

In 1980, he married Carol Ehlert. Their...

Connie Roquet

Connie Roquet

Jun 25, 2025

Connie Rae Roquet, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed peacefully after a courageous fight with cancer on June 25th, at the age of 76, surrounded by her family in Wahpeton, North Dakota.

Born on July 7th, 1948-, Connie was the cherished daughter of the late Raymond and Marie Erbes. She built a beautiful life rooted in love, care, and creativity. Connie...

Lois Thykeson

Lois Thykeson

Jun 22, 2025

Lois Ann Thykeson passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, after leading a rich life of 97 years. Lois was born on a farm near Doran, Minnesota, to Walter and Fern (Pasch) Leinen and was the oldest of 10 children (7 boys and 3 girls). She attended a country school her first 8 grades and graduated from Breckenridge High School...

Howard Jenson

Howard Jenson

Jun 20, 2025

Howard A Jenson lived 92 full and meaningful years, and to say he’ll be missed is an understatement. Born in Morris, Minnesota, his life took him across the ocean with the U.S. Navy, delivering mail to aircraft carriers on a TBM airplane – connecting sailors with home one letter at a time. He was stationed in Italy, North Carolina, and...

Ronald Prchal

Ronald Prchal

Jun 17, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Prchal, 74, of Dalton, MN, formerly of Wahpeton, ND, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be held from 4-6 pm on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Vertin-Munson Funeral Home. His funeral service will be on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 10:30 am, with visitation one hour before...