Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Claire Ann Rae Liedberg died on Dec. 14, 2025. She was 80. Her family said she died at Oakland Park Nursing Home in Thief River Falls. Family members were with her.
Service details in Goodridge
A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025.
A memorial service will follow at 10:00 a.m.
The service will be held at Ekelund Lutheran Church in Goodridge.
The church address is 34477 130th Street Northeast, Goodridge, Minnesota.
The family invites guests to dress in a relaxed way.
Early life and school
Claire Ann was born April 1, 1945, in Thief River Falls, her family said.
She spent her life in the area.
She graduated from Goodridge School in 1963.
Work and marriage
After high school, she worked at the Ben Franklin store.
That is where she met Neil C. Liedberg, her family said.
They married on Aug. 16, 1968.
Over the years, she held several jobs.
Her family said her favorite job was being a mom and grandma.
Family, faith, and everyday joys
Her family said she was devoted to her church and her ladies’ group.
They said she encouraged others with a warm smile.
She enjoyed talking on the phone with neighbors.
Her family said she helped type the news column for the Times paper.
She also enjoyed Hallmark movies.
In later years, her family said she helped care for her mother.
Survivors
Claire Ann is survived by her husband, Neil C. Liedberg.
She is also survived by her children, Nathan (Fran) Liedberg and Sheri Liedberg-Lallier.
She is survived by grandchildren, Hailey (Josh) Zachman of Rio Hondo, Texas.
She is also survived by Shay Lallier (Austin) of Moorhead.
Other grandchildren are Nolan Liedberg (Lea) of Middle River and Zadin Lallier (Jacey) of Warren.
Those who died before her
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Clara (Ramsey) Dahlen.
She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, James and Sophie Ramsey.
John Dahlen and Lottie Dahlen also died before her.
Her family said several cousins and other relatives also died before her.
Thanks from the family
The family thanked the staff of Oakland Park and HIA Hospice.
They said the staff provided strong care and kindness.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.