With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Dave Derksen, who was taken from us too soon on July 31, 2024 at Boundary Trails Health Centre.


Dad leaves to mourn his loving wife of 42 years, Dorothy (nee Penner), Son, Corey, Son, Garth (Jessica), grandchildren Nolan, Darci, Aria & Gavin. He is also survived by three brothers, two sisters, and their families. He was predeceased by parents on both sides.


The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at Boundary Trails Health Centre, as well as STARS Air Ambulance attendants, Wiebe Funeral Home, and Pastor Jake Peters. We would also like to thank everyone for their prayers, visits, phone calls, messages of support, flowers, and cards, they’re greatly appreciated. In leu of flowers, donations can be made to STARS Air Ambulance (www.stars.ca- LINK BELOW), or Avant Ministries (Give - Avant Ministries - LINK BELOW  ) directed to Kristen (niece) Penner.

Eunice passed peacefully in her sleep on July 31, 2024

She was born in Winker to John and Marge Wieler on June 5, 1960; and baptized at the Stephenfield Sommerfeld Church on June 5, 1979.
Eunice started her school years in Miami, and then on to high school at the Carman Collegiate.

She spent her growing up years along side her only brother Harvey on their parent’s farm near Stephenfield Manitoba. They had many adventures that farm life allows for growing children. She enjoyed animals and pets, owning a pony at one point. She became capable of doing chores including hand milking cows which she had done on occasion on her own to surprise her parents who were away one Sunday.

This was an era of visiting and having company; so many times, were spent with relatives and family friends. Eunice loved playing games and leading cousins for a ride on her pony.

After Eunice was done with schooling; it was time to enter the work force. Her parents sold the farm and moved to Winkler and Eunice worked at several different places. This included various Restaurants, The Log Cabin, Tim Hortons and others, as well as Walmart.

She was able to purchase her own living accommodations; and lived in several different homes as were suitable. Her last home was in the Cedar Estates where her parents were also located. This was a good move allowing her and her parents easier access for visits as mobility and health issues became greater. Eunice’s health deteriorated greatly over the recent years causing her to be much more confined to her home.

Family wishes to thank all the Home Care Workers, and Health Care providers who assisted in her allowing her to continue to stay in her home. Also thank you to the friends and relatives who came to visit or phone. These were highlights of her day.

Eunice was predeceased by her Brother Harvey in 2002; Mother Marge in 2022; her Grandparents and several Aunts and Uncles and cousins.

She leaves to mourn her Father John; Sister in Law Faye Wieler, Niece Rebecca (Aimé), Nephew Darren (Sabrina), 2 great nieces Erica and Krysten; and 2 great nephews Shawn and Owen.

Visitation is Sunday, August 4, 2024 1:00PM – 7:00PM at Wiebe Funeral Home in Winkler at 121-8th St.
Memorial Service will be held on Monday, August 5, 2024, open to all who wish to attend. There will be a short Visitation time at 12:00 noon Monday August 5 also at the Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler with burial prior to the Service at Rosenbach Cemetery, Winkler at 1:00PM allowing time to travel to the Memorial Service to be held at the Morden Wiebe Funeral Chapel, 1050 Thornhill St. Morden MB. at 2:00 pm.

Eldora (Storey) Chally, age 89 of Adams, ND, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at the Park River Good Samaritan Center.
Eldora was born June 9, 1935, the daughter of the Andrew and Gail Storey of Roseau, MN.  The family moved to California around 1940.  As a teenager, Eldora worked at JCPenney’s and went to business school for 3 ½ years.  She was married to Leslie Chally February 4, 1961 and moved to Adams, ND.  She helped with the farm and was president of the Ladies Aide.  She also taught Sunday School for many years.  She loved crocheting afghans  in her spare time.
She is survived by her siblings: Vernon, Myrtle, Virginia, and Janice, all of Fresno, CA; son Douglas and grandson Dylan of Adams, ND; cousin Harlan Grovom; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Lavern; her sisters Audrey and Viola; her husband Leslie; and her daughter Phyllis.
A graveside service will be held at a later date at the East Adams Cemetery.  Eldora will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Tim J. Samuelson, age 64 of Langdon, ND passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Altru Hospital of Grand Forks. 
Timothy Jay Samuelson was born on January 13, 1960 in Grafton, ND to the late Loren and Joanne (Sukstrof) Samuelson.  Tim was raised on the family farm in rural Adams, ND.  He attended school in Adams and graduated from Adams High School.  After graduation, he attended AVTI in East Grand Forks, MN.  He began working on oil rigs in Western North Dakota, which took him to Greenland and Alaska.  In 2020, Tim retired due to his health.  
On July 25, 1998 he married Cindy Keney and they made their home in Hamiliton, ND.  They also lived in Roseau, MN before settling in Langdon, ND.  Tim cherished his family and friends.  He enjoyed attending his children and grandchildren’s sporting events and activities.  He loved camping, hunting, and fishing, especially on Stump Lake and at Lake of the Woods.  Tim had a kind heart and a beautiful smile.  
Tim will be missed by his wife, Cindy Samuelson, Langdon, ND; his son: Tanner (Mandi) Samuelson, Hallock, MN  step-children: Joshua (Jessica) Kirchoffner, Manning, ND, and Jamie (Steven) Olson, Langdon, ND; grandchildren: Wyatt, Evie, Luella, and Oliver Samuelson, Logan Kirchoffner, Lexie Olson, Brenna Kirchoffner, Karli Wensloff, Isabella Olson, and; siblings: Lori Bender, Dickinson, ND, Kristi (Curt) Samuelson, Grand Forks, ND, and Kari (Victor) Samuelson, Adams, ND; nieces and nephews: Mallory (Ryan) Lene, Kyle Frier, Jayse Bender, Shae (Justin) Carlson, Amanda (Zach) Lake, and Nikki Graves.  He was preceded in death by his parents and infant brother, Chad.  

​Funeral Services will be on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Adams Mountain Lutheran Church of Adams, ND.   Visitation will be on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 5-7:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at Adams Mountain Lutheran Church.  Friends may also call at the church one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be at West Adams Cemetery of rural Adams, ND.  Family and friends may order flowers through Farm Town Floral, Hallock, MN 218-843-2848.

On Tuesday July 30, 2024 at the Foyer Notre Dame in Notre Dame de Lourdes, MB. Mary Fehr (nee Klassen), age 71 of Winkler, MB passed on to her eternal home in Heaven.


Mary was born January 10, 1953 in Mexico to Frank and Margaret Klassen. As a young child she developed rheumatic fever which led to lifelong heart disease. As a result she underwent 2 open heart surgeries in her younger adult life. On June 30, 1974 she married the love of her life William (Bill) Fehr. Together they were blessed with 3 children - Willie, George and Agatha.


She is predeceased by her parents, 3 brothers, 1 sister-in-law, and her beloved husband Bill of 22 years. Following the passing of her husband, Mary faced many challenges. Through it all the Lord provided for her every step of the way. By God's grace she was blessed with a job at the sewing factory in Morden, where she worked for 16 years.


Mary enjoyed spending time with family and always loved a good game of Chinese Checkers. Her interests included reading about topics specifically on Prophecy. She loved spending time studying her bible and growing closer to the Lord.


She leaves to mourn her passing, her children. Willie and Tina Fehr of Nipawin, SK, George and Amy Fehr of Alymer, ONT, and Agatha and Frank Harder of Winkler, MB. Her grandchildren - Samuel, Mikhaila, Esperanza, Elisha, Isabela, Stephen, Manuel, Thomas, Macie, and Jemma, as well as 5 brothers and 3 sisters.


The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the nurses and staff of the Foyer Notre Dame for their kindness and compassionate care of their mother.


In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wiebe Funeral Homes to assist the family with funeral expenses.

LaVerna H. Knuth, 95, formerly of Cavalier, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Valley Senior Living on Columbia in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Cavalier, ND. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. 
LaVerna Knuth was born March 26, 1929 near Coleridge, NE, the daughter of Paul and Hulda (Diedrichsen) Wollschlager. She first attended rural school near Creighton, NE and then the family moved to Fairmont, MN in 1937, where she attended rural school and graduated from Fairmont High School. She attended college in Minneapolis, MN and then worked as a Medical Secretarial Technician for Dr. George Waldren at Cavalier, ND until she married Kenneth K. Knuth on October 4, 1947, after which they farmed in the Hamilton-Cavalier area. She then worked for Pembina County in the Treasurer’s Office and then as Secretary for the Pembina County Water Resource District until retiring in 1997. 
LaVerna had many hobbies she enjoyed which included quilting, gardening and flowers, reading, and she loved hosting her family and friends for meals. She was also a faithful member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Cavalier. 
She is survived by her daughter, Lynn Holte of Grand Forks, ND; niece, Cheryl (Carl) Beckendorf of Fairmont, MN; nephews, Gary (Diane) Wollschlager of Lakeville, MN and Mark Wollschlager of South Haven, MN, as well as many great-nieces and nephews, all of whom she dearly loved. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; only brother, Fred Wollschlager; husband, Kenneth; and son-in-law, Jeff Holte. 
Memorials can be sent to Our Savior Lutheran Church in Cavalier, Hospice of the Red River Valley, and Valley Senior Living on Columbia Road in Grand Forks. 

Willard L. Gendron, 95, of Walhalla, North Dakota, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at the Pembilier Nursing Center in Walhalla, ND. A memorial service will be on Saturday, August 3. 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Walhalla Lutheran Church in Walhalla, ND. Visitation at the church for one hour before the time of services.
Full obituary will be posted at a later time.

Curtis Maurice Soggie, beloved brother, uncle and great uncle passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center from complications of interstitial lung disease.

Curtis was born on May 30, 1959 the son of Marvin A. and Ardelle B. (Nelson) Soggie in Devils Lake ND. He was reared and educated in Oberon, ND, graduating from Oberon High School with the class of 1977. He was manager at a local Cenex for 20 plus years before moving to Fargo, ND. 
Curt was always one to ask how you were doing and sincerely mean it. With his quick wit and love of teasing, he found great pleasure in getting someone to laugh and smile. Curt’s heart was as big as his chest with kindness to match. Soft hearted to his core, Curt’s love of animals was enormous. Even the most timid and fearful animal trusted and liked Curt. Curt loved to read about the world and talk about the future. Of course, always with a little joke attached. 
Curt loved to travel and see family, The most impressive thing about Curtis was his ability to remember, almost photographically, life’s events from the past. If you didn’t remember, he was your guy to call. He was always very supportive of his family or those in need. 
Fueled by his love of a wonderfully cooked meal, Curt was quite the grill master. In his spare time, Curt was often found perfecting his list of favorite recipes, ranging from baked goods, breads, and meats of all ranges. He was happy to share his tips and tricks and his eyes lit up when given the opportunity to learn and share, He was the guy that cooked a few steaks for the dogs to enjoy also. 
Curt’s ingenuity to fix broken things ran deep. There weren’t many things that needed to go to the pros to be repaired when you had Curt around. 
Honesty was a word that both friends and family used to describe Curt. You could always count on his honest opinion and honest character. After being introduced to Curt, you were never a stranger for long. 
Curt is survived by his loving family. His sisters and brother, Marlene Maddox, Portland OR, Cheryl and her husband Jack Volk, Harvey ND and Michael Soggie and his wife Sandra, Devils Lake; nieces and nephews Jeffrey Zetter, Portland OR, Todd (Jackie) Zetter, Phoenix AZ-Jodelle (Paul) Gefroh, Cleveland ND, Camie (Steven) Schwan, Sammamish WA-Jesse (Luciane) Soggie, Hamstead, NC, Jeremy (Lisa) Soggie, Fargo ND, Alicia Soggie, Devils Lake; numerous precious great nieces and great nephews. 
He was preceded in death by his parents. 
There will be a small graveside service held at a later date.

Herbert K. “Herb” Felch, 83 of Devils Lake ND passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at CHI, St. Alexius Health, Devils Lake Hospital with loving family at his side.
There will be a gathering of family and friends at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake ND on Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 6:00 p.m. led by Reverend Mr. Ken Severinson, Deacon. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Devils Lake with Reverend Karmalraj Balasamy celebrating the Mass. Burial with Military Honors will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.
Herbert Kent Felch, son of Herbert “Bert” and Hilda (Dahlstrom) Felch was born on December 3rd, 1940, on the farm at rural Steele, ND. He was delivered by his Aunt Beth. He attended a one room school through 2nd grade, then attended Steele Public School until the family moved to Starkweather, ND in January of 1954. He graduated from Starkweather High School with the class of 1958.
He was united in marriage to his precious Annette Volk on November 22, 1958, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Devils Lake where they continue as members. They established their home in Devils Lake where they lived, worked and raised their family through the years. They have celebrated 65 plus years of marriage, devoted to each other through the good times and the trials.
Herb served his country for 42 years as a member of the United States Army and the North Dakota Army National Guard. He entered the United States Army on January 14, 1959, and retired from the Army National Guard on December 2, 2000, with the rank of SFC. Herb received military training in auto and diesel mechanics, sales management, engine overhaul and general operations management. He worked in all these areas and was involved in instruction and training of others.
After retiring from Military Service, Herb worked in the maintenance department at the IOOF Home in Devils Lake until May of 2008.
Herb’s service not only included his country but his community. He was an avid baseball and softball player. He was part of the first Devils Run Car Show in Devils Lake. Being part of the parade with his 1976 Oldsmobile Delta Royale Convertible to being part of the first Devils Run Steak Fry. He volunteered hundreds of hours helping wherever needed at the KC Club with all their events. He also was a member of the VFW, American Legion, Am Vets and the Elks Lodge. He and Nettie treasured several years of trips to Mexico and Hawaii with special friends. He was a talented wood worker and shared his creations with family and friends.
Herb loved his family. They were his pride and joy. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were so special to him. He dedicated his life to his family, to his country and to his community. He will be so greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Herb is survived by his loving family. His wife Annette “Nettie”; children Deb Williams and Gordie (Doreen) Felch all of Fargo ND, Linda (Russ) Berstler of Frazee, MN and Bobbi Rasmussen of Lakota, ND; grandchildren Jennifer (Brian) Buchanan, Benjamin Felch-Tony Berstler (Steph), Chris Berstler-Michelle -(Nicholas) Breazile; great grandchildren Keagen and Huxley; many nieces, nephews, and their families.
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Dorothy Louise, grandson Steve Rasmussen, sons-in-law Curt Williams and Everett Rasmussen, sister Esther Armstrong, brothers Donald, Lyle, Dallas, Gerald, Richie and Howard, in-laws Aloise and Elizabeth Volk, brother-in-law Robert Volk and sister-in-law Julie Hanson.

Dennis L. Kemp, age 84 of Park River, ND, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the First Care Health Center of Park River.
Dennis Lynn Kemp was born April 19, 1940 in Drayton, ND to Willis and Myrtle (Smillie) Kemp.  He attended Prattford Country School #98 through 8th grade and then attended Cavalier High School where he graduated in 1958.  He then attended Mayville College and graduated from NDSSS in Wahpeton in 1961 with a degree in Auto Body.  On June 25, 1961 Dennis was married to Judith A. Crowston in Mountain Lutheran Church.  Shortly after their marriage they moved to Park River, ND where he owned and operated a body shop and later worked in maintenance for the Park River School for 21 years, retiring in 2004.
Dennis was a member of the Park River Federated Church and loved having coffee with afternoon friends at 2:00 PM.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Judy, Park River, ND; 3 children: John (Jeanine) of Burlington, IA, Scott (Doreen) of Ft. Collins, CO and Debbie (Scott) Midgarden, Ft. Collins, CO; four grandchildren: Joy Kemp of Burlington, IA, Jeremy (Emily) Kemp, Burlington, IA, Annika (Chris) Snyder, Ft. Collins, CO and Karah Midgarden, Denver, CO; siblings: Gayle (Don) Geiger, Bonita Springs, FL, Jeff (JoEllen) Kemp, El Paso, TX and Steve, IN; aunt Carol Sparrow, Mayville, ND and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Preceding him in death were his parents and brothers Douglas and Paul.
Funeral services will be Friday, August 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Park River Federated Church.  Visitation will be Thursday from 5-7 with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at the Tollefson Funeral Home of Park River.  Friends may also call at the church for one hour prior to the service.  Interment will be at the Andvari Cemetery of Rural Cavalier, ND.