Darryl Ray Hanson, age 79, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, Darryl will be remembered for his steady presence, kind heart, and deep devotion to those he loved. Darryl was born on… Continue reading Darryl Ray Hanson, 79
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Thief River Falls to Build ARGO Vehicles at Arctic Cat
Arctic Cat will manufacture ARGO off-road vehicles in Thief River Falls starting in 2026, bringing new production to Minnesota as the brands join forces.
Gayle LuVerne Ulrich, 85
Gayle was born on October 2, 1941 in Red Lake Falls, MN. He resided with his wife Sharon in Henderson, Nevada, with their vacation home in Forest Lake, Minnesota. He loved fishing, camping, and playing softball in a couples’ league. One season, their team made it to the state tournaments in Minneapolis, where Gayle was… Continue reading Gayle LuVerne Ulrich, 85
Marilyn Ellen Wigness, 90
Marilyn Ellen Wigness, age 90, passed away peacefully at Trillium in Bemidji, MN on Friday, October 9, 2026 with family by her side. Marilyn was born on April 18, 1936 in Grafton, North Dakota to Ellen (Evans) Wralstad and Carl Manvil Wralstad. She grew up on a farm outside of Grafton with her beloved older… Continue reading Marilyn Ellen Wigness, 90
Nancy Elaine Dahl, 79
Nancy Elaine Dahl, 79, of Mentor, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 13, at McIntosh Senior Living in McIntosh, Minnesota, surrounded by her loving family. The funeral service to celebrate Nancy’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the Evangelical Free Church, 211 Arnold Avenue North, Thief River… Continue reading Nancy Elaine Dahl, 79
Shirley Marie Ehrenstrom, 96
Warroad – Shirley Marie Ehrenstrom passed away on September 25, 2026, at the Warroad Senior Living Center, surrounded by family. She was born on June 19, 1930, in Hallock to Clarence and Ida (Myers) Beck of Lancaster. She was baptized and confirmed at Sion Lutheran Church in Lancaster. Shirley attended North Star Country School and… Continue reading Shirley Marie Ehrenstrom, 96
Nancy Louise Olson, 76
Anchorage – Nancy Louise Olson passed away peacefully in her sleep on Oct. 3, 2026. Nancy was born on March 27, 1950 and raised in Thief River Falls by Wendell and Aileen Olson. She attended elementary and high school in Thief River Falls before going to the University of Minnesota in 1968, graduating with a… Continue reading Nancy Louise Olson, 76
Allen “Al” Jenson, 77
Erskine – Allen “Al” Jenson, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Fargo, ND with his family by his side. Allen Ray Jenson was born on December 8, 1948, in Altona, Manitoba, Canada, to parents Clayton and Della (Karel) Jenson. At the age of three, he moved… Continue reading Allen “Al” Jenson, 77
Gail Tischler, 76
St. Paul – Gail Margaret Tischler passed away on October 5, 2026, at the age of 76, following a ten-year battle with endometrial cancer. Gail was born on a snowy March 3, 1950, in Faribault to Robert and Adelaide (Winkel) Tischler. Weather would often disrupt her birthday celebrations for years to come. One of her… Continue reading Gail Tischler, 76
Ronald L. Aase, 96
Roseville – Ronald L. Aase, age 96, passed away on August 24. He was born in Thief River Falls on January 6, 1930. Ron was a longtime railroader working for the Soo Line, Great Northern, and BNSF. He is survived by his wife, Donna (nee Ballingrud); sons Mitchell (Karen) and Stuart; grandchildren Bridgette, Ernie, and… Continue reading Ronald L. Aase, 96