Robert L. O’Toole age 85, of Grafton, ND formerly of Crystal, ND passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025. 
Robert was born February 21, 1940 to Robert F. and Margaret (Desautel) O’Toole in Grafton, ND. He grew up and attended school, graduating from Crystal High School. He went on to study agriculture at NDSSS and NDSU. After completing his studies he began farming with his father and two brothers on the family farm in Crystal. Robert was united in marriage to Judy Cernik on July 6th, 1963 at Grafton, ND. They made their home in Crystal until 2005 when they moved to Grafton. 
Robert was a man of faith, a longtime member of St. John’s Catholic Church and previously of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Crystal, where he served as treasurer for a number of years. Robert was also a volunteer firefighter for the Crystal Fire Dept. and for a time served as Fire Chief. He enjoyed camping in the summer months with his family and especially loved wintering in Texas for 24 years. Whether it was spending time with his close golfing buddies or playing cards he always had a smile on his face and much laughter was shared. 
Anyone who knew Robert knew that he was the most caring father and husband a family could ask for. His family meant the world to him and he loved having everyone over to his house. Robert is survived by his four children: Dean (Tauna) O’Toole, Fargo, ND; Dan O’Toole, Thompson, ND; Carol (Shane) Jopp, West Fargo, ND; Gene (Tammie) O’Toole, Grafton, ND. He was a proud grandpa to Eric (Melanie) O’Toole, Emily O’Toole, Kadin O’Toole, Katie O’Toole, Nicole O’Toole, Ryan O’Toole and great grandpa to Blayke O’Toole. He is also survived by sister-in-law, Shirley O’Toole and several nieces and nephews. 
Robert was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is preceded in death by the love of his life Judy in 2016, his parents, siblings, James, Lawrence, Kathleen, Elizabeth, Patrick, daughter-in-law Stephanie O’Toole and granddaughter Megan O’Toole.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, May 19th, 2025 at 11:00 am with visitation one hour before at St. John’s Catholic Church in Grafton, ND. Visitation will be Sunday, May 18th from 3-5 pm at Tollefson Funeral Home in Grafton. Inurnment will follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Crystal, ND. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to St. Patrick’s Cemetery Fund in Crystal. 
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Bonnie L. Lewis
October 12, 1956 — May 7, 2025
Cavalier

​Bonnie Lewis, 68, of Cavalier, ND passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Brigid of Ireland Catholic Church in Cavalier. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service at the church.
Bonnie was born October 12, 1956, in Cavalier, ND, to Ray and Florence (Godon) Robinson. She grew up in Hensel before her family returned to Cavalier, where she graduated from Cavalier High School. She went on to attend nursing school at Lake Region College in Devils Lake, ND graduating in December 1975.
Bonnie dedicated her entire career to nursing—a calling she lived with quiet strength, deep compassion, and unshakable patience. She worked for many years at Pembina County Memorial Hospital, the Altru Clinic in Cavalier, and the Borg Pioneer Memorial Home in Mountain, where countless patients knew her simply as Nurse Bonnie or Dr. Larson’s nurse. Her calm presence and steady care made her a source of comfort to so many.
On June 10, 1978, Bonnie married Michael Lewis at St. Brigid’s Catholic Church in Cavalier. Together, they built a life rooted in love, family, and faith.
Bonnie loved spending time with her grandson, Kayden, who held a special place in her heart. Their bond was full of laughter, teasing, and deep mutual love. She greatly enjoyed baking with him. Bonnie also enjoyed cross-stitching, doing jigsaw puzzles, golfing, bowling, and watching game shows and sports on TV.
She is survived by her husband, Mike; her children, Chris Lewis (Lori Kalliokoski) of Cavalier, and Kelli (Brandon) Ault of Grand Forks, ND; and her grandson, Kayden Kalliokoski. She is also survived by her siblings: Jack Robinson, Gary (Delores) Robinson, Mary (Bob) Beegle, and Mark Robinson.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Florence Robinson, and most recently by her beloved dog, Lexi, who we imagine greeted her joyfully at heaven’s gates—tail wagging, fur flying, and ready to keep her company once again.
Bonnie will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her steady love, her patience, and her quiet strength. She was a caregiver by nature, a mother and grandmother by heart, and a friend to many. She will be deeply missed.

Joseph Luz Muñoz
April 26, 1951 – May 7, 2025
Joseph Luz Muñoz, of Grafton, ND, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, just days after celebrating his 74th birthday. Born on April 26, 1951, in Grafton, Joe spent most of his life working in the mechanical and maintenance field.
Joe enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially during backyard barbecues filled with jokes, laughter, and storytelling.
He is survived by his wife, Eveyln, and his children: Paul Muñoz of Grand Forks, ND; Yolanda (Mike) Syrup of Park River, ND; Robert (Cecilia) Muñoz of Houston, TX; and Gary Muñoz of Crookston, MN. Joe was a grandfather to 17 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Joe is also survived by his brother, Gilbert Muñoz, and sisters Rosa Aguilar, Gloria Muñoz, Josephine Gonzalez, and Victoria Muñoz.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Martina Muñoz; his son, Kyle Muñoz; brothers John, Richard, and Tony Muñoz; and his sister, Virginia Fabela.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Tollefson’s Funeral Home of Grafton on May 12th, 2025 with visitation at 6pm followed by a prayer service at 7pm.

Peter “Pete” T. Torgerson, age 77 of Edinburg, ND passed away on May 7, 2025 at First Care Health Center of Park River, ND. 
Pete T. Torgerson was born September 30, 1947 to the late Clinton and Verna (Overbye) Torgerson in Langdon, ND.  He was raised and attended school in Fairdale, ND, graduating with the last class of Fairdale High School in 1965.  He graduated from Trinity Bible College in Jamestown, ND in 1968. After college, he ventured out west to Seattle, WA until 1970, when he returned home and began working for KAP, Inc, as a mechanic. In 1972, he moved to Fairdale and began farming.  
Pete was united in marriage to Linda Stull on February 17, 1973 at Wibaux, MT.  Pete started Torgerson Construction and Drywall. in 1985 and owned and operated until retirement in 2014.  In 2007, they moved to Tiber Coulee in Edinburg, ND and then to town in 2021. 
Pete was a member of Victory Free Lutheran Church of Park River where he served as Deacon and Bible Study teacher.  He was also a member of Gideons International.  Pete was a man of strong Christian faith and knew the Lord as his personal Savior.  He was an incredibly skilled carpenter and mechanic and could fix anything.  He was a skilled draftsman, who drew many architectural plans through the years. He was a kind and loving man who was always willing to help others and enjoyed sharing a good cup of coffee with friends.  He was an incredible husband, dedicated father, wonderful grandpa.  He will be missed dearly. 
Pete is survived by his wife Linda, Edinburg, ND; children: Dean (Marcie Hendricks) Torgerson, Hastings, NE and Lisa (Warner Goodrich) Torgerson, Canyon Country, CA; grandchildren: Tyler Torgerson, Wadena, MN, Tiahna (Keenan) Nichols, Alexandria, MN, Taylynn and Trevin Torgerson, Wadena, MN, and Payton Hendricks, Hastings, NE; great grandchildren: Delilah and Evelyn Torgerson, Wadena, MN; goddaughter: Shiloh (Flaten) McDonough, Osseo, MN; siblings: Ellen Scott, Thousand Oaks, CA, David (Jane) Torgerson, Franklin, TN, Cathy (Roger) Fredrickson, Bothell, WA, Mary (Carl) Graves, Rapid City, SD, Joe (Donnell) Torgerson, Fairdale, ND, Fern Rath, Park River, ND, Becky Lueck, Westtown, NY. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, siblings: Henry, Jim, and Paul Torgerson; and sisters-in-law: Joyce Torgerson and Carol Torgerson.  
Funeral Services will be on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Victory Free Lutheran Church of Park River. Friends and family may call one hour prior to the service at the church. Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Victory Free Lutheran Church from 6-7:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.  Interment will be at Sylvesta Lutheran Cemetery, rural Fairdale. Suggested memorials are preferred to Victory Free Lutheran Church or Gideons International. Funeral Services will be livestreamed via the Tollefson Funeral Home website.

Lisa A. Wieler
April 24, 1972 — May 6, 2025
Walhalla

​Lisa A. Wieler, 53, of Walhalla, ND passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her home. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. memorial service at the Walhalla Lutheran Church in Walhalla, ND.
Lisa A. Sehrt was born April 24, 1972, in Winkler, Manitoba to Joel and Carol (Baker) Sehrt. She grew up in Walhalla and graduated from Walhalla High School in 1990. Lisa then attended Mayville State University, where she received her degree in Elementary Education. She then managed daycares in Langdon and Cavalier, ND, worked for UPS Chain Solutions in Pembina, ND and for the past 21 years served as Deputy Tax Director for Pembina County. Lisa also served as Lamoure Township Secretary. Things she enjoyed were spending time with family and friends, shopping, and motorcycle rides.
On September 14, 2002, she married Greg Wieler at Walhalla. She is survived by her husband, Greg, son, Riley Wieler, Walhalla, siblings: Lori (Jay) Fournier, Tacoma, WA, and Kelly (Shelly) Sehrt, Walhalla. Also surviving are her mother and father-in-law, Carol and Randy Wieler, sisters-in-law: Gina Wieler and Deann Wieler, and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Joel and Carol, nephew, Jace Sehrt, and grandparents: Clarence and Delia Baker and Frank and Esther Sehrt.

Gregory John Gerolamy
December 16, 1952 – May 6, 2025


Early on May 6th, 2025, Gregory John Gerolamy, aged 72 years, passed away in the Palliative Care ward of Boundary Trails Health Center in Morden, MB.


He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ruth (nee Loewen), daughters Tanya (Mike) and Tenille (Ashley), all those to whom he was a brother-in-law, uncle & great-uncle and his four-legged buddy Tucker. He was predeceased by his parents Jerry & Leona Gerolamy, his sister Lynne Cox and parents-in-law Henry & Betty Loewen.


Greg was born on December 16th, 1952 in Dryden, Ont. The Gerolamys moved to Emerson, MB where Greg and Lynne spent their childhood. In his younger years he loved sports, playing baseball and hockey in town. He joined the Canadian Army Cadets as a kid and was a proud and active member until adulthood.


He started his career with CP Rail right out of high school and enjoyed his employment there. He welcomed his daughters in 1980 & 1983 and continued to enjoy life in Emerson. Later he transferred to the CP Rail office in Winnipeg and retired at the age of 53. As a retiree, he worked for Halcon Ventures in Emerson and after moving to Morden, worked at Canadian Tire in Winkler. He loved coming home from work to tell Ruth or the girls about the jokes he’d told, the new people he’d had a good chat with, or the good deals he had found that day.




Outside of work, Greg enjoyed lots of different pastimes throughout the years. He loved to buy, sell & trade cars and motorcycles. There were endless good times spent fishing, boating, and being with family at Longbow Lake. He loved archery and camping, often spending weekends across the border with his family and friends for archery tournaments. Both he and Ruth collected countless trophies. Ruth’s for best scores, and sometimes Greg’s were hilariously for, the worst.


Greg also loved leatherwork. He made beautiful gifts for Ruth, his kids, and anyone who wanted a personalized bracelet or coffee holder. He brought smiles to many faces with his handywork.


Later on he picked up golf. He and Ruth spent many nights and weekends at the Emerson Golf Course playing in tournaments with friends. He also spent many early mornings out there collecting golf balls from water hazards that he’d give (most) back to the golf course to sell. He thought you’d never believe how many golf balls he’d found; new records all the time.


Dad loved going for a drive. Whether it be with Ruth on his Harley, to a casino for the weekend, or a family vacation out of province. When his daughters were young they’d take many early morning drives down the gravel roads looking for deer to count, and then heading to Pembina for breakfast, while mom slept in.


He could always be called on to help his girls with home or yard projects or help out with his grand-dogs, whom he loved very much. He took care of his mom and dad as they spent their final years in Morden close by. He and his dad spent endless hours playing cribbage for quarters. Both of them scoring 29, the perfect hand, at least once.


Greg will be remembered for his kindness, going out of his way for others, and for the best Dad jokes.


Dad, Greg, we will miss you forever. Your unconditional love and support for us all will never be forgotten. Your wit and often ill-timed jokes will live on through your children and will keep us smiling for the rest of our years.


The family would like to thank the staff at Boundary Trails, HSC, CancerCare MB, all the medical staff who’ve had a hand in helping us and Dad through this journey. We especially would like to acknowledge those who cared for Greg in Palliative Care. Thank you for the kindness you’ve shown our Dad and our family.


In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba, or to the Pembina Valley Humane Society.


A private service will be held at a later date.

In Loving Memory of David Michael Chimbur Jr.
October 30th 1979 – May 4th 2025
With broken hearts, we announce the sudden passing of David Chimbur Jr.—a beloved son, devoted husband, proud father, cherished brother, compassionate uncle, and loyal friend. David’s life was cut far too short, leaving an unfillable space in the lives of all who knew and loved him.
David was raised in Arizona, where he spent much of his life surrounded by the warmth of the desert and the closeness of family and lifelong friends. In 2019, driven by love and his deep devotion to those he held dear, David made the life-changing decision to move to North Dakota with his wife Jenn, his father David, and their daughter Piper. The move brought him closer to his brother Justin, his sisters Katie and Kayla, his sister-in-law Lindsay, and his brothers-in-law Tyler and Aaron—though to them, calling him a brother came effortlessly. It also reunited him with his nurturing mother Suzanne, his caring stepfather Michael, and a large extended family he treasured deeply. This move reflected David’s deep commitment to family, a value he held above everything else. 
David had a rare gift for connection. He was the heart of every gathering, known for his infectious laugh, big personality, and kind, welcoming spirit.
David’s joyful spirit shined brightest on the Fourth of July—a holiday he transformed into an unforgettable tradition. After just one summer in Hoople, his yard became the go-to gathering spot, where friends, family, and neighbors came together to enjoy fireworks, great music, cold beer, and the kind of laughter that echoed into the night. It wasn’t just about the celebration—it was about the connection. David had a remarkable way of bringing people together, creating moments that felt effortless but left lasting memories.
David is survived by his loving wife Jenn and their beautiful daughter Piper, who is the very image of her father —from his smile and long legs to his vibrant spirit, sharp wit, and unmistakable spark. In her, David loop lives on, and she will forever be a shining reminder of the incredible man he was. He is also survived by his devoted mother Suzanne Bohn and caring stepfather Michael Bohn, and by his supportive father David Chimbur Sr. He leaves behind his beloved siblings: Justin Chimbur (Lindsay Chimbur—children Ellie, Brooke, and Mac), Katie Peterka (Aaron Peterka—son Dawson), and Kayla Almen (Tyler Almen—son Owen); as well as his sister-in-law Stacie Koller (Children; Mia and Brady). Beyond his immediate family, David touched the lives of many more—extended family and close friends who loved him like a brother and will carry his memory with them always.
A Celebration of David’s life will be held this Saturday at 3:00 p.m. at the McIntyer in Hoople, North Dakota. All who knew and loved him are welcome to attend and honor the incredible person he was.
David—your time with us was far too short, but the love, light, and laughter you brought into our lives will echo forever. We miss you deeply, and we’ll carry you with us always.

Faye A. Olafson, age 81 of Milton, ND passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at her home in Milton with her family at her side.
Faye Aileen Rustan was born April 22, 1944 in Langdon, ND the daughter of the late Orville and Alice (Nelson) Rustan. She grew up and attended school in Milton, graduating in May of 1962. Faye was united in marriage to Kenneth Olafson on September 15, 1962 at Zion Lutheran Church of Union, ND. The couple made their home in Gardar, ND. Faye worked as a computer tech at the PAR site in Nekoma, ND.  Kenneth took a job in Albuquerque, NM where they lived until transferring to Salt Lake City, UT in 1988. In 2005 they moved to Westport, WA and in 2013 they moved back to the Gardar/Milton area.
Faye was a member of the Grace Free Lutheran church of Edinburg, ND. Her passion was genealogy. Her love was quilting and cross stitich. While in Utah, she traced her family back to the 1600’s. 
Faye is survived by her husband, Kenneth of Milton, ND; her children: Scott (Sheri) Olafson, Langdon, ND; Katey (Britt) Tanner, Gulf Shores, AL; three grandchildren: Madison, Alexander and Macy; two great grandchildren: Eden and Greyson; her siblings: Terry Rustan, Franklin, TN and Gloria (Curt) Steinolfson, Milton, ND. She was preceded in death by her parents.
The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Jodi O’Hara for all the care shown to Faye over these last several years. 
Funeral services will be Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Grace Free Lutheran Church of Edinburg, ND. Visitation will be Friday at the church for one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be in the Gardar Cemetery.

George Roder
November 24, 1937 — May 3, 2025
Langdon, ND

​George Roder, 87, of Langdon, ND, passed away May 3, 2025, in Sun City, AZ.
Otto George Roder was born November 24, 1937, in Langdon, ND, to Albert and Martha (Pearson) Roder. He attended school in Langdon and continued his education at Westmar College and UND . He entered the US Army in March of 1956 and was honorably discharged in December of 1957. On March 12, 1960, George and Erla “Beth” Schoep were united in marriage. George farmed in Easby Township and was postal supervisor in Langdon for more than 30 years. After retirement, he and Beth have wintered at Sun City, AZ.
George was an avid hunter and had years of mission work all over the world, as much in the US as he did abroad. He was a current and founding member of Emmanuel Evangelical Church. George was a lifelong member of Lebanon #34 Masonic Lodge, Langdon Scottish Rite Bodies, and Kem Shrine.
Surviving George are his wife, Beth, of Langdon, ND; children: Albert William “Bill” (Robin) Roder of Rochester, MN, and Eric (Darla) Roder of Langdon, ND; daughter-in-law Laura Curtis; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters: Shirley (John) Goutcher and Marilyn Van Wyhe; along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Jonathan Roder.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Emmanuel Evangelical Church in Langdon, ND, with visitation from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. A Masonic service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Lebanon Lodge in Langdon. Burial will be at Lebanon Cemetery.