Thief River Falls – Chickie Peterson was born on March 16, 1961, the youngest of twelve children born to Harold and Gladys (Skallet) Walseth. From the very beginning, she carried with her an old soul, one that would grow into a life marked by love, resilience, creativity, and deep connection to others. She was married… Continue reading Annette “Chickie” Peterson, 64
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Jack Nelson, 98
Caledonia – Jack Everette Nelson was born on October 29, 1927, in LaCrosse, WI to Everette and Josphine (Williams) Nelson and raised in Brownsville, MN. He graduated from Caledonia Public High School in 1945. After graduation Jack went to work on the Mississippi River before enlisting in the Navy, serving as an engineer on whaleboats… Continue reading Jack Nelson, 98
Dale Hanson, 66
Crosslake – Dale Robert Hanson, of Crosslake, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026. Dale was born on July 26, 1959, at 4:12 a.m. in Thief River Falls, weighing 6 lbs. 10½ oz. and measuring 20½ inches long. He was baptized on October 18, 1959, and confirmed on May 5, 1974, milestones that shaped the… Continue reading Dale Hanson, 66
Donald “Don” William Hejlik, 86
Donald “Don” William Hejlik, age 86, of rural Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026 surrounded by his loving family at his home. Don was born on January 9, 1940, in North Dakota to Joseph and Annie (Trhlin) Hejlik and was raised in the Lawton area, where he was baptized and… Continue reading Donald “Don” William Hejlik, 86
Shirley Moser, 78
Shirley Moser, Red Lake Falls, MN, age 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Hillcrest Senior Living in Red Lake Falls, MN with her loving family by her side. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Red Lake Falls, MN 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 28,… Continue reading Shirley Moser, 78
Jason Peterson, 46
Akron, MI – Jason Daniel Peterson, 46, of Akron, MI, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Jason was born on March 5, 1980, in Fosston, to Daniel Peterson and Beverly (Finseth) Fenno. Jason graduated from Thief River Falls High School with the Class of 1998. He went on to work at… Continue reading Jason Peterson, 46
Larry Weber, 67
Larry Weber of Goodridge, MN passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at his home in Goodridge, MN. Funeral service for Larry will be held 11: 00 AM on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Ekelund Lutheran Church near Goodridge, MN with Reverend Kris Snyder officiating. Burial will be held at Ekelund Church Cemetery. Visitation will… Continue reading Larry Weber, 67
Dean Philipp, 70
Dean Edward Philipp passed away Monday, March 16, 2026 at his home in Thief River Falls, MN.. Funeral service for Dean will be held 1:00 PM on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief river Falls, MN with Reverend Kristin Ostercamp officiating. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River… Continue reading Dean Philipp, 70
Mark Schaumburg, 69
Mark Schaumburg, born April 22, 1956, in Fosston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. He was surrounded by his loving family. A devoted and hardworking individual, Mark’s life was marked by dedication to his work and his family. Mark was a graduate of Mahnomen High School and he furthered… Continue reading Mark Schaumburg, 69
Billie Blankenfeld, 93
Fourtown – Billie Dean Blankenfeld, age 93, of Fourtown, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. A private family service and burial will be held at Lone Oak Cemetery, rural Fourtown, at a later date. Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.