Marilyn Hudson, 95

Marilyn Hudson, 95

Thief River Falls – “Bold power and glorious majesty are wrapped around her as she laughs with joy over the latter days. Her teachings are filled with wisdom and kindness as loving instruction pours from her lips. She watches over the ways of her household and meets every need they have. Her sons and daughters… Continue reading Marilyn Hudson, 95

Michael Misson, 76

Plummer – Michael “Mike” Misson passed away on January 20, 2026, at the age of 76. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects at the visitation on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 4–6 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, followed by a prayer service at 6 p.m. A visitation will… Continue reading Michael Misson, 76

Emil Magnuson, 92

Emil Magnuson, 92

Andover – Emil Victor Magnuson, of Andover, joined his beloved Joan in heaven on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after a short battle with COVID and pneumonia. He was born to Anna (Hanson) and John Magnuson on the family farm in Thief River Falls, on May 25, 1933. Emil graduated from high school in 1951 and… Continue reading Emil Magnuson, 92

Janice Carlson, 86

Strandquist – Janice Laura Carlson passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. A celebration of Janice’s life was held at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Strandquist on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. Burial took place at Mission Cemetery, rural Strandquist.

Larry Johnson, 86

Larry Johnson, 86

Thief River Falls – Larry Douglas Johnson of Thief River Falls, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Thief River Care Center at the age of 86 years. Larry was born on March 7, 1939 to Lloyd and Emily (Jacobson) Johnson in Thief River Falls. He was baptized and confirmed at Calvary Lutheran… Continue reading Larry Johnson, 86

Barbara Champ, 88

  Grand Forks, ND – Barbara Champ passed away on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. An online guestbook can be found at: www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.

Lawrence Carriere, 90

Lawrence (Larry) Carriere, age 90, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. Per Larry’s wishes, no service will be held. Larry loved nature and animals, therefore in lieu of memorials or flower arrangements, please consider donating to your local animal shelter or planting a tree or shrub in his name. Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels, Hillside Chapel,… Continue reading Lawrence Carriere, 90

Stanley Panek Jr., 85

Thief River Falls – Stanley Panek Jr. passed away on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. A funeral service for Stanley will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls. Burial will be held at Silverton Lutheran Cemetery, rural Thief River Falls. A visitation will be held… Continue reading Stanley Panek Jr., 85

James Nelson, 88

James Nelson, 88

Thief River Falls – James R. Nelson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in Thief River Falls, surrounded by family. Born on October 20, 1937, in St. Paul. He lived a full life marked by dedication to both his profession and his loved… Continue reading James Nelson, 88

Shirley Rivera, 79

Shirley Rivera, 79

Bagley – Shirley Jean Olson, daughter of August and Lottie Olson, was born on June 16,1946. She was raised in Bagley, and graduated from Bagley High School. She received her cosmetology license at the Area Vocational Technical Institute (AVTI) in Thief River Falls. She later went on to long term substitute teach cosmetology at the… Continue reading Shirley Rivera, 79