Obituaries
James Svec
Apr 25, 2026
James Svec, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, of Battle Lake, passed away on April 25, 2026, at the age of 92 surrounded by family. Preceded in death by his wife, Lois Svec; daughter, Cecilia, Son, Paul and Grandson, Jason. He is survived by; Son, Joseph Svec, Raymond (Mary) Svec, Christine Haney, Jeanette (Wolfgang) Leitner, Robert (Renee) Svec, Louis Svec, Marguerite (David)...
Karla Johnson
Apr 25, 2026
Karla Louise Johnson was born on October 27, 1948 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Detroit Lakes, to
Gordon H and Jean A (Pettersen) Goepferd. She resided in Detroit Lakes throughout her early
life where she was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran and graduated with the
“awesome class of DLHS 1966.” Karla attended Moorhead State University for a short time
before transitioning to working...
Betty Ann Audrey Hogan
Apr 24, 2026
Betty Ann Audrey Hogan (Reusch), age 82, of Battle Lake (formerly of Coon Rapids), Minnesota, passed away on April 24, 2026, at her home in Battle Lake.
She was born on September 13, 1942, in Antler, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Milton and Audrey Reusch.
Betty Ann was a loving mother and grandmother. Over the years, she wore many hats: devoted wife, homemaker, and...
Danny Kvenvolden
Apr 21, 2026
Danny E. Kvenvolden, age 79, of Fergus Falls, Minnesota, passed away on April 21, 2026.
Danny was born on July 10, 1946, in Detroit Lakes, MN to Kermit and Iona Kvenvolden. He attended Lincoln Elementary School and graduated from Fergus Falls High School in 1964. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Moorhead State University in 1968.
Danny...
Victor Thomas Lundeen
Apr 14, 2026
Victor Thomas Lundeen, born on January 1, 1997, in Fargo, North Dakota, passed away at his residence on April 14, 2026. Victor’s life was marked by a blend of gentle kindness, spirited joy, and a genuine openness that touched everyone who knew him.
Raised in Fargo, Victor attended elementary school at McKinley and Ben Franklin before proudly graduating from Fargo North...
Paul Fredrickson
Apr 13, 2026
Paul Arnold Fredrickson, 84 years young, of Ottertail, Minnesota, passed away on April 13, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota, surrounded by his wife and children, and held in the love of his entire family.
Paul was born on February 7, 1942, in Crookston, Minnesota. He grew up in Crookston before moving to Ada, Minnesota, where he graduated from high school. He...
Phyllis Lothenbach
Apr 6, 2026
Phyllis Lothenbach
March 1, 1927 - April 6, 2026
Phyllis Lothenbach, 99, formerly of Hastings, Minnesota, died Monday, April 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and dedicated caregivers at Premier Rehabilitation at Maranatha Village while under the care of Seasons Hospice.
Phyllis was born on March 1, 1927, to Clemons and Laura (Smith) Wimer in Hastings, Minnesota. She was baptized...
Dean Yackley
Mar 31, 2026
Dean Arthur Yackley, 83, of Fergus Falls, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at his residence.
There will be a memorial service in Dean's honor at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Grace United Methodist Church in Fergus Falls. There will be a visitation from 12-2 p.m.
Dean Arthur Yackley was born on July 21, 1942, in Canby, Minnesota,...
Harriet Walkup
Mar 26, 2026
Harriet (Sandie) Alvira Walkup
Sunrise March 27, 1945- Sunset March 26, 2026
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Born in Shelton Washington to Margaret (Martha) and Harold Olaf Nelson. Survived by husband Kelly Walkup; daughters Ruby Rowe, Kathy Loomer (James), and Emily Rivers; son Donald Hale; nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; several stepchildren and cousins; sisters Nancy Sigo (James) and Donna Sigo (Ray); brothers William Sigo III...
Carol Rian
Mar 26, 2026
Carol Rian, 80, passed away on March 26, 2026, at PioneerCare in Fergus Falls, MN.
Carol Ann Rian was born on October 9, 1945, to Clifford and Clarice (Bredeson) Rian, in Fergus Falls, MN. A proud graduate of Fergus Falls High School, Carol furthered her education at Fergus Falls Junior College. She embarked on a fulfilling 34-year career at Northwestern Bell...
Patricia Ann Bullard
Mar 21, 2026
Patricia Ann Bullard, 77, passed away March 21, 2026, at her home in Battle Lake, MN, with her husband at her side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 am, Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Battle Lake with a visitation beginning at 9 am. Burial after the service at Our...
Kyle Kellington
Mar 19, 2026
Kyle Kellington, 44 of rural Battle Lake passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Kyle Michael Kellington was born on May 12, 1981, in Fridley, Minnesota the son of Michael and Debra (Holien) Kellington. Kyle and his dad shared the same birthday. He attended the Battle Lake Public School, graduating in 1999. He furthered his education for one year at North...
Corvin "Corky" Norgren
Mar 16, 2026
Corvin John Norgren "Corky", 77, of Ashby, passed away on March 16 at Loma Linda Medical Center, surrounded by his family. Corky's memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Destiny Church in Ashby. There will be a visitation one hour prior.
Corky was born on March 31, 1948, to Russell and Lucille Norgren. He was...
Julie Anderson
Mar 11, 2026
Julie (Fenske) Anderson lived life to the fullest and loved fiercely, filling her days with joy, laughter, and endless love for her family. She cherished lake life, especially spending summer days on West Battle Lake, where many of her happiest memories were made.
Julie passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Julie was born November 21, 1963, in...
Raymond Misemer
Mar 7, 2026
Raymond Lee Misemer, born on June 22, 1954, in Minot, North Dakota, passed away on March 7, 2026, at the Barrett Care Center. He lived his life in several towns across North Dakota and Minnesota, most recently in Fergus Falls and Barrett, Minnesota.
Ray was foodie, particularly enjoying seafood, fish and a good steak. He had a special fondness for making...
Jean Seidel
Mar 5, 2026
Jean “Penny” Louise Seidel lived a life defined by generosity, laughter, and a deep love for her family.
Penny passed away peacefully on March 5th, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Penny was born on January 22, 1944, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Gordon and Lorraine (Cullen) Dunavold. She attended St....
James Curwick
Mar 3, 2026
James Curwick, 96, of Brandon, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, under the care of Prairie Home Hospice.
Jim's Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Brandon, Minnesota. There will be a visitation one hour prior. Interment will take place at St. Ann's Cemetery after...
Allen Carlson
Mar 1, 2026
Allen Carlson, born on September 28, 1974, in Minneapolis, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Fergus Falls. He was a line cook and handyman, using his skills to support those around him. Allen attended Brandon School, and later moved to Colorado where he earned his GED. Throughout his life, he demonstrated a strong commitment to helping others, whether it...
Paul Seidel
Feb 26, 2026
Paul J. Seidel, 84, of Clitherall, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, after a short stay at Battle Lake Good Samaritan Society Nursing Home.
Paul Seidel was born September 4, 1941, in St. Paul, MN to Paul and Irene Seidel. He graduated from Battle Lake High School in 1960. Paul was drafted and joined the Army Reserves in 1964.
In 1960 Paul...
Todd Vikander
Feb 23, 2026
Todd J. Vikander, 77, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026.
There will be a Celebration of Life held in Todd's honor at 1 pm on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Fellowship Club- 1403 Summit St, Sioux City, Iowa.
Todd was born in Igloo, South Dakota, on July 30, 1948, at the Army Depot. He had a special place in his...
