Crookston, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — James Donald “Jim” Kelly, 90, died peacefully early Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, his family said. Kelly was born April 15, 1935, in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. His parents were James and Dorothy (Webskowski) Kelly. Early life and military service Kelly grew up in Thief River Falls. He attended a local grade… Continue reading Crookston: Air Force veteran James Kelly dies at 90
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Thief River Falls: Marlene Owens Dies at 87
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Marlene Owens, who was born in Thief River Falls and spent much of her life on a family farm in Polk County, has died, according to family information. Owens passed away peacefully on Dec. 17, 2025, at Oakland Park Communities in Thief River Falls. She was 87. Owens was born… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Marlene Owens Dies at 87
Plummer, Thief River Falls: Holiday Train Dec. 16
Plummer and Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — The CPKC Holiday Train will stop in Plummer and Thief River Falls on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025. The Holiday Train is traveling in Canada and the United States through Dec. 21. The tour raises money, food, and awareness for food banks. Each stop includes a free concert… Continue reading Plummer, Thief River Falls: Holiday Train Dec. 16
Thief River Falls: Clayton Loiland Dies at 81
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Clayton Loiland of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025. He was 81. He died in Fargo, North Dakota, according to his family. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025, at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls.… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Clayton Loiland Dies at 81
Grygla: Gwen Saurdiff Dies at 70; Service Dec. 15
Grygla (trfnews.i234.me) — Gwen Saurdiff, 70, of Grygla, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. A celebration of life for Gwen will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025.at Grace Lutheran Church in Grygla. Reverend Vicki Saude-Worthington will officiate. Visitation and Burial Details Visitation will be held… Continue reading Grygla: Gwen Saurdiff Dies at 70; Service Dec. 15
Thief River Falls: Robben “Chief” Rux Dies at 68
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Robben Lynn “Chief” Rux of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. He was 68. The family says a celebration of life service is being planned for the spring. More details are expected at a later date. Life and Background Robben Lynn “Chief”… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Robben “Chief” Rux Dies at 68