It's with a heavy heart that we announce that on October 31, 2024 at St. Boniface hospital, Betty Friesen aged 74 years of Winnipeg, MB passed away peacefully with beloved son by her side.


She leaves to mourn her passing one son, Sean Kryminski of Winnipeg, MB, as well as many friends and family.


Betty was born in rural Manitoba, growing up on a farm before relocating with her family to Morden, MB where she attended Maple Leaf Elementary school. Relocating again to Winnipeg, MB, Betty graduated from Glenlawn Collegiate in 1968 and eventually began a 30 year career with the Manitoba Government; retiring in 2011.


She was married for 22 years and had one son, Sean born 1989, both of which were very close with their family in Morden. They visited often each season throughout the years at the family home, celebrating the holidays with one another with large dinners and gatherings with friends. Betty loved to spend the summer time in her mother's garden, bringing home with her jams and baked goods until the next trip into town.


Having spent time on the farm, Betty was an animal lover and had a particular soft spot for cats. She loved her two Siamese cats and would often tell fun stories about the trouble they would get into. In her later years she provided a home for a shelter cat, Simon, who was loved both by her and Sean.


Betty was known to be a bright, assertive woman who prioritized being a mother above all other duties. She took responsibilities seriously while maintaining a soft, nurturing demeanor often putting the needs of others before her own. Her personality was sunny and it wasn't uncommon to get pulled in by her gentle charm.


Her legacy lives on through her loved ones and the many lives she impacted throughout her life. She will be sorely missed and always remembered by those who were blessed enough to know her.


Betty was predeceased by her brother Billy Friesen (2006); mother Ann Friesen (nee Wolfe) (2007); sister Mary Gerbrandt (2009) and brother-in-law Jim Gerbrandt (2007); brother Wally Friesen (2013), and father Jake Friesen (2014).

Mom was born on a farm near Morden MB. Her family moved to a farm near Homewood in her early years. Growing up, mom used to work on the fields. She would tell of weeding the sunflower fields by hand, carrying pails of feed to the animals, and helping with other chores outdoors, as well as regular household duties helping her mom.
Mom was the oldest of 9 siblings, 2 who passed away very early in their lives, leaving 7 in total. As the oldest child, she was tasked with helping to raise some of the younger ones. This may have been unpopular for both her and the siblings! When she and her 4 sisters got together though, there was always a lot of laughing!
Mom married dad on Sept 19, 1953 and they celebrated their 71st anniversary this last September. They lived above the Walmsley grocery store in Elm Creek for several years until Terry came along, then lived in a small house in Elm Creek where Gerry was born. In 1960 they moved to the farm, where Ron and Marv came along. Growing up, the Janzen home was a hub of activity. Having 4 boys on a farm 10 years apart made for lots of things to do and people to watch.
Riding along with boys as they learned and began to drive was a hair raising experience for mom. As a front seat passenger, if things looked iffy to her, she had a habit of grabbing the door handle, grabbing the driver’s arm, and pounding her right foot down where the brake pedal would be if she would have been driving. It became known as the “Mom grab”!
With 4 growing boys, healthy meals were a necessity. Money was scarce so we grew a lot of our own food: 70 plus 1 lb bags of frozen corn harvested each summer, and 50 plus bags each of frozen beans and peas as well, along with canned chicken, canned crab apples, rhubarb preserves, frozen strawberries and much more! All of the boys learned how to help with duties, including running a vacuum, doing dishes, and making meals as Mom worked at the Boyne Lodge for a few years as a Health Care Aide. Dad was busy on the farm or in the shop repairing things, so it was on us to keep up the housekeeping.
Mom was always willing for us to have friends over and this often meant for meals too. Mom said she was nervous to entertain company, but she didn’t allow that to affect our having friends over. Whether it was cinnamon buns, lemon buns or crumb cake there were always snacks to be had. Home made pizza with Farmers sausage and garlic dill pickles, amazingly tasty canneille kuchen, lazy man’s varenyky, and of course her irresistible pumpkin pie are fond memories!
Enns family gatherings are a huge memory highlight. Often these were at our house or another Aunt and Uncle’s. If at the Assiniboine Park, we would meet at the pavilion close to the old steam engine. Sometimes we also went to Rainbow Falls in the Whiteshell Provincial Park. Of course, the Janzen gatherings at Carman Park were also a lot of fun with teasing, laughing, and, wait for it, the food!
We used to camp some, but most of our summer holiday memories are of going to Bemidji, Minnesota for a week with other families. This involved a lot of planning as Mom would often bring a lot of food along for all of us. That would have been so much work! Mom was not a sun worshipper, but she did like to spend some time in the water. I think one of her regrets was not learning how to swim. While Mom liked to go in the pool when at a hotel or in the lake at the beach, I don’t ever remember Mom going in the pond. That was for us! Though she did go for a tube ride behind a boat with dad at Bemidji one year!
Mom loved to travel and we would do day trips to the Delta Beach, St. Ambrose Beach, St. Malo, Detroit Lakes and later Bemidji for a whole week in the summer. Florida, Hawaii and Arizona were visited for a few winter getaways. She and dad also visited Alaska, Newfoundland and even spent a month in Europe thanks to some travel points from one of the boys.
Mom enjoyed walking in the country, but by the time Mom and Dad retired to Carman, her knees were done. That’s when she had both knees replaced. One was done twice. Mom had allergies so when Covid came (twice!) we thought she was done for, but nope. A broken hip? Nope. Mom soldiered on.
Mom was a prayer warrior. Countless times the boys felt Mom’s prayers saved us from going down roads or paths that would have turned out badly. A lot of prayers were offered for safety too with dirt bikes, trikes, quads and hot rods constantly in the mix when we were teens.
Devotions were important to Mom and Dad. Together as a family at mealtime and then as we got older, you would see Mom’s Bible on the table, because she had been using it. She was a great example.
Mom and Dad got involved with the Gideons, helping to tell people about God by giving out New Testaments to people. Mom was always a bit insecure and shy, but not when it came to giving out a Testament, her open honesty with people disarmed them and I don’t think she was ever turned down when she would offer to give one.
When the girls finally started to join the family, Mom called them Daughters in Love. She didn’t like the term in-law. When the grandchildren began to appear, she resurrected a game that her dad used to play with us, called “Touched you Last.” When the kids were leaving, she would touch them on the arm or head and say that phrase. This became very competitive and the grandkids all loved it!
Mom loved music and would get peeved at her dad when she and her sisters were listening to it on the radio and he would come in for a drink or a snack. On his way back out, he would walk by the radio and turn it off! Mom had a beautiful alto voice that was missed when she stopped singing in the church choir.
Sunday mornings we would wake up to the sounds of the Gospel Messengers coming through the remote record player speakers in the basement. While these Messengers had a great ministry with tight harmonies, the novelty wore off real fast with the Janzen boys!
Watching Mom and Dad deal with losing Ger 15 years ago was so hard to see. We sometimes wonder if Mom’s memory failure was partially out of self preservation. As Mom’s memory began to fail, moving Mom and Dad to Brandon 11 years ago was done to make things easier for Dad. Mom was safe at River Heights Terrace so Dad was able to come out to Marv’s workshop to work on his hobbies and help Marv with his.
It was tough to make the decision to move Mom to Fairview Home long term care facility as her memory issues progressed. Having spent those years as an Aide at Boyne Lodge, she knew what was coming and she dreaded it. We can’t say enough about the fabulous care that she received at Fairview. The nurses and PSWs all loved her.
We know that Mom is in a better place now, with no allergies, bad knees, or failing memory. She is celebrating in heaven with Ger, her siblings, her parents and all others who have gone before. A huge part of her legacy is the love and prayers that she showered on us her family and we celebrate her and thank her for that! We love you Mom!!
Aggie is survived by husband Abe Janzen, son, Terry (wife Jane, son Jonathan); Predeceased son-Gerry (wife Debbie, now married to Don Groening, daughters Ashley (Dan), Melodie (Cody, sons- Jediah, Beau, Caleb and Marcus), Kristen (Steve), Janessa and Jessica.; son-Ron (wife Deb); son Marv (wife Tana, son Thomas (wife -Jessica son Rowan), son Ben( wife Sarah), daughter Hannah.
Mom’s surviving sister Hilda Dick(Werner).

Rudolph "Rudy" Lee Severinson, 85 of Devils Lake, ND passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, ND.
There will be visitation on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m with a Rosary and Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, November 8th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Reverend Matthew Kraemer celebrating the Mass assisted by Rudy's son, Reverend Mr. Ken Severinson, Deacon. There will be FIrefighter's Honors by the Rural Devils Lake Volunteer Firefighters. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. 
Rudolph Lee Severinson was born on July 21, 1939, at the family home in Lallie Township, Lallie, ND, the son of Alfred and Cora (Stein) Severinson.
Rudy attended school in Oberon and Maddock, ND and lived on the family farm until he moved to Devils Lake, ND in 1957.
Rudy met his beloved, Dolores Beck, in Devils Lake. After converting to the Catholic faith, they were united in the Sacrament of Marriage on June 18th, 1958, at St. Joseph Church in Devils Lake. They lived, worked, and raised their sons in Devils Lake through the years. Dolores entered eternal life on April 26, !998.
Rudy worked at Truck Harbor Service Station, Lake Supply an autobody repairman for 10 years, Gamble Robinsons, and Farmers Union Oil Co-Op for 20 years. He retired from Home of Economy after 20 years of dedicated service. After retiring, Rudy would spend his winters in Arizona from 2007 until 2021.
Rudy joined the Devils Lake Rural Volunteer Fire Department in 1969, and as a life member he served as the Fire Chief from 1974 to 1977. Living within 3 blocks of the fire station, he was always the first one there. He also was a life member of the North Dakota Fire Chiefs Association. Rudy also has enjoyed membership in the Sons of Norway and the Eagles Lodge since 1972.
Rudy never wanted to be too far from the Fire Station, but in his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and being a BINGO caller at the Eagles Club. He was a skilled chain saw blade sharpener and completed many woodworking projects which he lovingly shared with family and friends. He enjoyed playing dice games, especial 6-5-4 as well as making Norwegian delicacies, passing these skills onto his children and grandchildren. Through thick and thin he was an avid Minnesota Twins fan.
Rudy’s family was especially important to him. And in his final hours his family was there with prayers for a peaceful journey from this life to eternal life.
Rudy loving family include his sons and daughters-in-law Deacon Ken and Vickie Severinson, Devils Lake, Randy and Gail Severinson, St. Michael, ND and Brad and Colleen Severinson, Devils Lake; grandchildren Dustin Severinson, Kinsey (Adam) Malarkey, Ashley (Andrew) Klinger, and Dane Severinson; great grandchildren Devin Severinson, Kole, Kalby, Amelia, Ashton and Alphie Malarkey, Micah, Luna, Kinzie, and Serenity Klinger and Ryker Severinson; sisters-in-law Rita Severinson, Hatton ND, Doris Rardon, JoAnn (Dewey) Hahn, and Linda Beck all of Devils Lake and Helen Beck, St. Michael ND; many precious nieces, nephews and their families.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Dolores, brothers Donald Severinson and Wayne Severinson.
Altar Servers: Kole, Kelby, and Amelia Malarkey; Lector Randy Severinson; Gift Bearers Doris Rardon, JoAnn Hahn, Dewey Hahn, and Linda Beck; Rudy’s Nephews Joey Hawn, Jeff Hawn, Tim Eback, Joe Eback Jr., Jordon Hahn, Jeremy Beck, Jamie Beck, Chad Severinson, Richard Rardon, David Beck, Brian Severinson. Music Lynne Webster, Audrey Myklebust and Kinsey Malarkey.

Cathy passed away peacefully with her husband Lloyd and family members by her side on October 30th at Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg, after a brief battle with cancer. She was 58 years old.

Cathy was born on April 30, 1966 to Jacob F. and Sara Kehler. She grew up in the village of Kronsthal and attended the Kronsthal Elementary School and later graduated from W. C. Miller Collegiate in Altona.
Cathy was baptized in the Altona Sommerfeld Mennonite Church.

Cathy and Lloyd celebrated 32 years of marriage this past summer on August 21st.

Cathy had a love for animals. This could be seen in her younger years as well as later in life. She could often be seen walking their dog, spending time with their cat, or going to spend time with their horses.

Cathy was someone that was always ready to lend a helping hand if needed.

Cathy is survived by her husband Lloyd, her parents-in-law Bill and Jane Braun, brothers Bernie (Bev) Kehler, Jim (Laurie) Kehler, Gerry Kehler, sisters Linda Kehler, Betty (Rod) Sawatzky, Irma (Jim) Fehr, sister-in-law Annamarie Kehler, brother-in-law Kevin (Beth) Braun, sister-in-law Pauline Peters, sister-in-law Lois (Miguel) Braun, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cathy was predeceased by her parents, 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

Cathy, you are missed. Till we meet again.

The family would like to thank our extended family and friends for their support, Cathy’s co-workers and employer, the doctors and nurses at Boundary Trails Health Centre and Health Sciences Centre, the ambulance staff, the staff at the Bergthaler Church in Winkler, and Wiebe Funeral Home in Winkler

Gene D. Kotaska, 85, of Devils Lake, ND passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at his home with his loving family surrounding him.
Gene Kotaska was born June 22, 1939, in Grafton, ND, the son of Stanley and Mildred (Sticha) Kotaska. He attended schools at Lankin, ND and graduated from Valley City State University. He earned his Master’s Degree at the University of North Dakota. He married Patricia (Hanson) on August 2, 1958.
He was superintendent at Michigan, ND, St. Mary’s Academy in Devils Lake, and Warwick Public School, ND. He purchased and operated Haugner’s TV and Appliance in Devils Lake, ND. He renamed it Prairie TV and Radio Shack. He retired as superintendent in Wing, ND, and moved back to Devils Lake.
He is survived by his loving wife Patricia, and his treasured four children and fourteen grandchildren; daughter Cindy (Randy) Mayers, Devils Lake and their children, Melissa, Rebecca, Robert, and Nicole; son Tim Kotaska, Hannaford, ND and his daughter, Elizabeth; son Bill (Suzy) Kotaska, St. Louis MO and their children, Ryan, Kevin and Jeff, daughter Kathy (Eric) Watson, Minneapolis, MN and their children Tera, Megan, and Alex, (Angela's children) Erica, Brittany, and Mark and eight precious great grandchildren.
He is reunited with his parents, daughter Angela, and granddaughter Taylor.

David L. Estad, 78, of Cavalier, ND, passed away Monday, October 28 th , 2024, at the Pembina County Memorial Hospital. Services will be held Friday, November 1, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the United Lutheran Church in Cavalier, ND. Visitation will be held for one hour before the time of the service at the church.
David was born March 14, 1946, to Leonard and Stella (Bolstad) Estad in Grafton, ND. He attended school in Hoople, ND. He farmed with his father for several years before becoming a salesman. He worked for Heritage Ford in Grafton and Swanson Motors in Cavalier for many years, ending at Birchwood Motors in Cavalier before he retired. After retirement, he started Estad Cleaning, where he enjoyed working with many families and businesses.
David married Kathy Johnson in 1969, and together, they raised two children, Michael and Sherry. In 1995, David married the love of his life, Sandra Martin Hannesson. They enjoyed their time together, camping, summer evenings outside going for walks, and traveling to different states in the winter months.
There wasn’t a Wednesday night that you wouldn’t find David at the Cavalier Golf Course with his golfing buddies, enjoying many rounds of golf. He always enjoyed spending time with his family. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought him much joy and many smiles. He loved cheering them on in all their extracurricular activities.
David is survived by his loving wife, Sandy; son, Michael; daughter, Sherry (Dan) Fjestad; stepdaughter Leah (Warren) Austfjord; stepson Troy (Angi) Hannesson. Grandchildren: Cole (Leah) Hodny, Jacob Fjestad, Mariah McWalter, Jaden Fjestad, Abby (Cooper) McWalter-Jerome, Brynn Estad, Stella Fjestad, Kayla (Dave) Uhlenkamp, Cassie (Dustin) Doyle, Chelsey (Jason) Kemnitz, Tyler (Jayden) Hannesson, Kendra (Kyle) Hannesson and Karisa Eddington.
Great-grandchildren: Hudson, Adalyn, Kayden, Owen, Gordon, Pystal, Mia, Estelle, Joe, Scarlett and Oscar. Sisters Sharon Anderson and Janice (Roger) Maras.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Joel Anderson, stepson Robbie Hannesson.
David’s family would like to thank the staff at Wedgewood Manor and Pembina County Memorial Hospital for the great care that he received.

 Kay Denise Hanson passed away on Monday, Oct. 28th, 2024, at Eventide Heartland Care Center. 
 Kay Keyes Hanson was born on Aug. 21st, 1934, in Towner, ND, the daughter of Waldo and Ethel Keyes. She graduated from Towner High School in 1952. 
 Kay married Herb Hanson in 1953. They made their home in Colorado, Bottineau, and south of Willow City on a small farm where they brought their four children into the world. On the farm they milked cows, raised beef cattle, and showed horses. After living on the farm, Kay resided in Barton, ND., and Rugby, ND. where she worked at Heart of America as a dietary aide until her retirement. She then moved to Devils Lake to be closer to family where she peacefully passed away at age 90.
Kay’s favorite pastimes were crocheting, building puzzles, crosswords, Bingo, and traveling. 
Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Waldo and Ethel Keyes; two brothers, Jim and Bill (Dorothy) Keyes; two sisters, Joyce and Jean, and Herb Hanson, father of their children.
She is survived by her children; Steve (Shannon) of Fargo, Susan (Curtis) of Devils Lake, Lowell of Devils Lake, Justin (Shannon) of Williston, her brother Robert Keyes of Rugby, and grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. 

Mervin Charles Lenz, born September 9, 1958 passed away peacefully at his home in Brunkild on October 28th, 2024 surrounded by those who loved him, after struggling for 20 months with cancer, and then struggling with complications.

He was predeceased by his parents Alphonse and Frances Lenz, his son in-law Victor Beckles, his in-laws Jake and Mary Fehr, and his 3 brother in-laws, John Fehr, Bill Fehr and Ray Arnal.

Merv will be remembered and greatly missed by many. He is survived his wife Esther, of almost 34 years. Also survived by his daughters Jennifer (Ben), Amanda, Heidi (Logan) and his adorable grandchildren Londyn, Irelyn, Rowan, Blakely, Abel and Orion, along with his siblings Frankie (Gus), Lambert (Brenda), Ellie (Ron), Barb, Ron (Janice), Bob (Linda), Gord (Louanne), Linda (Rob), Doug (Sherri). Merv is also survived by his brother and sister in-laws Marge, Dave (Virginia), Peter, Andrea (Pete), Elsie and Margaret. He had many nieces, nephews and cousins and wanted to acknowledge his Aunt Marie (Sandy) and his first wife Janet (Paul).

Merv spent the bulk of his early life in Starbuck, attending local schools in Starbuck and Sanford. Going to school was not his strongest strength, but Merv (along with some of his brothers) reminisced many stories about the days working on Harry Ammeter’s dairy farm while attending high school.

Merv did not live a complicated life and preferred to work with his hands as opposed to being in an office job. He worked at McDiarmid Lumber (later became McMunn & Yates) where he made some life long friends. He worked for his in-laws on the farm in Brunkild for many years and even laying water pipes for his brother in-law Dave, in Idaho. The years living in California, Merv was self employed working as a window washer and never bored.

His early family life was very important to him, being part of a large family there was many gatherings, visits to extended family where he would gladly tell stories to anyone who would listen. It is difficult to put this all into words, but being part of a family of 10, Merv had a genuine love for them all. Most of his fondest family memories were the family fishing and camping adventures where those stories would get funnier over the years.

Nothing brought Merv more joy than when he had his own children. He loved them and was pleased to watch them grow into their own successful careers, have their own families and thrive (through good and challenging times). He was so proud to walk his daughters down the aisle on their wedding days. He always claimed that all his daughters got their good looks from him. The best funniest recollection with his daughters occurred when we took them to the 6 flags theme park in California. This park had massive roller coasters that were extremely high and Merv was not too crazy about them. He tried to find a way to weasel out of this, only to find out that ALL his daughters just loved each ride. He was so tired, sore and his voice was so hoarse after a day of non-stop fun from the minute the park opened to the minute it closed.

He felt so blessed when his grandchildren arrived. Each one of them are unique and special in their own way. He enjoyed the visits, the sleep overs, family dinners or time sitting around the fire pit. He loved to give them rides on tractors, lawn mowers and ATV or show them any critters on the yard like the baby chicks, geese, cows/calves, pigs or sheep. They would frequently raid the garden for vegetables or pick apples. And when Merv went to visit his grandkids he loved to bring along ice cream treats for everyone. He quietly waited for many years and wondered if God will bless him with a grandson, and was happy on that arrival date. His only fear was that the grandchildren might only remember him from photos, and his hope is that they will retain a tiny part of Merv’s love for them in their heart as they grow up.

Merv had his hobbies, where he like to build things or restored old farm equipment in the shop. The shop dual purpose and served as a “man cave” where he would spend hours to visit, have a drink with his family and friends. Merv was there to assist anyone with the small things if they had a flat tire, check the oil and make sure that everyone could drive home safely.

Merv and Esther had many adventures and travels over the year. They lived and worked in California for 5 years where new friendships were made. Even though he loved the mountains, the desserts and the beach, the very first time he saw the Grand Canyon was one of the most impressive to see our beautiful world.

Merv was baptized in the Catholic faith and recently enjoyed St Ignatius Parish where he found deeper love and receiving of the Holy Spirit. In this church amazingly, Merv’s pain would always disappear.

Thank you for the love and care from the Macdonald homecare nurses who came daily.

A special thank you goes to his brother Gord, who helped Merv daily in this difficult journey because Gord walked in the same journey. Brotherly love is such a blessing that Merv received. Thank you to all the family, friends, neighbors, church members that came to help, pray or simply be Merv’s friend.

Fly high my friend, until we meet again.

Dustin Jon Noble, 42 passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 due to injuries sustained in an accident, rural Devils Lake. 
Dustin Jon Noble was born December 12, 1981 in Stanley, ND to Dan and Virginia Noble. He completed their family by joining his two sisters, Erin and Kristi. 
He graduated from Stanley High School in 2000. He played football all four years but enjoyed activities outside of school even more. He loved riding his motorcycle and spent many hours riding with his dad and sister, Erin — the bigger the jumps the greater the thrill! 
Dustin was confirmed at Ross Lutheran Church. The church community was always important to him; he spoke fondly of the many people within our church. 
Dustin lived in Arizona and Montana for several years after high school. He loved the outdoors and a day working in the elements was better than any day sitting in an office for him. His sense of adventure and love for the mountains fueled his life! He loved skiing & snowboarding, rafting the Yellowstone River, and hiking and camping in the Rocky Mountains. He also loved mountain biking and recently started to learn how to snow-kite. As much as he enjoyed adventures on his own, he loved when he could include his family. He spent many happy hours with family on the ski slopes, in his raft, hiking the trails, riding bikes, and sitting around a campfire. 
As he lived and worked in other states to gain life experiences, he made the decision to move back to North Dakota and go back to school. He completed his degree in Plant Production Management. In 2016, he accepted a position with Montana Dakota Utilities in Sydney, MT. He lived there for a few years before receiving an opportunity to take a new position with MDU in Devils Lake. 
He earned high respect for his willingness to not only do his job well, but also his desire to help his team members. Dustin had just recently received a promotion within the company and was so proud and excited to tackle new challenges. 
His priorities in life were his relationships. He had the greatest respect for his mom and dad; he called them frequently and sought their guidance and advice for many things. His nieces and nephews brought him great joy and pride and he made sure to support them in their activities. His aunts, uncles, and cousins remained important to him. He cherished family get-togethers and the memories created. He always chose family over all else. 
Dustin’s family includes his parents, Dan and Virginia Noble (Bottineau), sister Kristi Johnson, brother-in-law, Paul (Fargo) and their children, Makenzi, Jayce, and Chance; sister Erin Lauf and brother-in-law, Ben (Minot) and their children, Londyn, Hollynd, and Briar. Aunts and Uncles: Jess and Sue Noble, Rondel and Ron Robinson, Bob and Virg Holland, Jim and Patsy Holland, MerriJo Hendrickson, Marlene Larson, and Lew Holland. Cousins: Boze, Brad, Nicole, Ryan, Amanda, Missy, Rhonda, Randy, Shannon, Brad, Mike, Julie, Roxanne, and Ryan. 
He was reunited in Heaven with his grandparents, John and Marguerite Holland, David Noble and Arlene Benson, as well as cousin, Melissa Holland. His greatest companion of nine years, his dog Dakota, was waiting for him and joyfully wagging his tail to welcome him home.
The celebration of Dustin’s life is Saturday, November 2nd at 2 pm in Bottineau, ND at First Lutheran church (701 Main Street). Jeans and casual attire are requested.

Anna Marie Thomas-Scott, 64 of Fort Totten ND passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at CHI, St. Alexius Health, Devils Lake Hospital. 
The Wake for Anna will be held at the Crowhill Wellness Center, rural Fort Totten on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a time of prayer and remembrance at 6:30 p.m.  The procession to Crowhill will leave on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. from City Plaza, Devils Lake. 
The Funeral Service will be on Thursday, November 7th at 10:00 a.m. also at the Crowhill Wellness Center with burial in St. Jerome's Cemetery.