Marlys Buskohl

Marlys Ann Buskohl, of West Fargo, ND, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026. She was surrounded by family and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was 84 years young.

Marlys was born on October 4, 1941, in Breckenridge, Minnesota, to Aldron and Winifred (Holecek) Jones. She began her schooling in Garberg Township, ND where her mother served as the schoolteacher. The family later moved to Wyndmere, ND where Marlys graduated from Wyndmere High School in 1959.

She went on to earn her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) degree from North Dakota State School of Science in 1961. In 1962, Marlys married Wayne Buskohl, and together they welcomed children Penny and David and made their home in Wyndmere, ND. Over the years, Marlys worked at Wickes Agriculture, 3M and Buskohl Trucking where she served as a dedicated and trusted bookkeeper.

Marlys was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was endlessly devoted to her family, who were always the center of her life. She poured her heart into caring for them in every way she could. She was known for her vibrant spirit, quick wit and fantastic sense of humor. Marlys had a gift for making people laugh and feel at ease, and her warmth left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

Marlys had many interests and hobbies. She was an avid Beanie Baby collector, took great pride in winning “Yard of the Week” in Wyndmere and enjoyed trips to a casino to play the slot machines. While living in Wahpeton, she even befriended a squirrel that quickly became a beloved little companion.

She loved crafting and baking, and never missed an opportunity to attend her grandchildren’s sporting events always proudly dressed in their school colors. Marlys also embraced technology, delighting in texting, Snapchatting and FaceTiming with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, staying closely connected to their lives.

Marlys will be remembered for her love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her legacy lives on through the generations she cherished so deeply.

Marlys was preceded in death by her parents Aldron and Winifred (Holecek) Jones; son-in-law Daniel Tomanek; sister Lorraine (John) Marien; brother Keith (Joan) Jones; brother Eugene Jones.

Marlys is survived by Daughter Penny Tomanek, West Fargo; Son David (Donna) Buskohl, Wyndmere, ND; Grandson Joseph Tomanek, Glendale, AZ; Grandson Steven (Alyssa) Tomanek, great-grandchildren Aiden and Eisley, West Fargo, ND; Granddaughter Danica (Andrew) Brummond, great-grandchild Lincoln, Stratford, WI; Grandson Cody (Hannah) Buskohl, great grandchildren Rhett and Hayden, Wyndmere, ND; Granddaughter Danielle (Adam) Roney, great grandchildren Gentry, Miles, Waylon, Oakes, ND; Grandson Casey (Destiny) Buskohl, Wyndmere, ND; Twin brother Maurice Jones, Wyndmere, ND; Sister-in-law Marlene Jones, Wahpeton, ND; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Services will be on Tuesday February 10, 2026 at the Vertin-Munson Funeral Home at 224 6th St N, Wahpeton, ND 58075. Visitation at 1pm and Prayer service will begin at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Elk Creek Cemetery, 210 Fir Ave, Wyndmere ND 58081.

Burial will be at a later date at the Elk Creek Cemetery, Wyndmere, ND.