Patricia Hall, 79

Thief River Falls – Patricia Hall, of Thief River Falls, formerly of Binford, ND, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, with her daughters by her side, at Karlstad Senior Living in Karlstad, at the age of 79.
Patricia Ann Hall, lovingly known as Patty, was born on December 19, 1946, in Sharon, ND, to Earl and Helen Rickford. She graduated from Binford High School in 1964, attended business college, and married Terry Hall in 1967. Together they farmed in rural Binford and raised three children before Patty later moved into Binford.
Throughout her life, Patty’s greatest gift was caring for others. Whether caring for family members, friends, neighbors, or beloved pets, she shared her love generously and without hesitation. She had a special affection for animals, a passion that continues through many members of her family today.
Patty was known for her delicious cooking and baking, especially her legendary brownies and doughnuts. She enjoyed gardening, embroidery, making lefse with family, and sharing her creations and harvest with those she loved.
After moving to Thief River Falls, she treasured being close to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and enjoyed helping at the Pennington County Fair each year.
Patty will be remembered for her quick wit, feisty spirit, welcoming smile, and remarkable ability to make friends wherever she went. Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love touched countless lives.
Lovingly survived by her Children: Christine (Larry) Oien, Brian (Lynn Azuma) Hall, and Jodi (Mike) Flaagan; Grandchildren: Janae (Jake) Fernholz and Rachael Oien; Miles, Micah, and Maddox Azuma-Hall; Kaleb (Maryssa) Flaagan, Abigail, and Ryan Flaagan; Great-Grandchildren: Jesslynn, Jennavieve and Jordynn Fernholz; Kalea and Ezekial Flaagan.
Preceded in death by her Parents: Earl and Helen Rickford; Brother: William Rickford; Great-Granddaughter: Jessilyn Oien.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Binford, ND, with Rev. Kristin Ostercamp officiating.
Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service on Sunday at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Burial will follow at the Binford Cemetery, Binford, ND.
Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com