Obituaries

Josephine “Josie” Sheridan changed addresses from Crookston, MN, to her eternal Heavenly home on April 4, 2024.  After a year-long struggle with cancer, she passed from this life with her loving husband, James “Jim” at her side. Josie was born Josephine Vita Satariano on June 20, 1953, to first-gene…

Donald K. Schirrick, 92, of Red Lake Falls, MN, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Villa St Vincent, Crookston, MN. Donald Kern Schirrick was born on May 24, 1931, at his family’s home in Wylie Township, Red Lake County. The homestead, established by his grandfather Frank in 1881, was where h…

Jason Eric Sperling, 55, of Fargo, ND, and formerly of Grand Forks, ND, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, in his residence of natural causes. Jason was born on August 10, 1968 in Crookston, MN, the youngest of 4 sons of the union of Wilbur and Madonna (Korynta) Sperling. He was baptized in St. Paul…

Daniel “Josh” Howard Johnshoy, 72, of Crookston, MN, passed away at his home early Friday evening, April 5, 2024, with his loving family at his side. Josh had a stroke 13 years ago but together with his wife, Lori, and their daughter, Jennifer, they had all bravely dealt with the triumphs, and somet…

Kathryn (Kathy) Lynn Swenson passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024, at the Fair Meadow Nursing home in Fertile, MN. She was born on December 9, 1958, at St Francis Hospital of Crookston, MN to Roy and Mertle Scully of Gentilly, MN. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in …

David John Hegge, 61, of Eldred, MN, passed away at his home on Monday, March 25th, 2024, of natural causes. A Memorial Service for David will be held at a date yet to be determined. The Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home, Crookston, is assisting with funeral arrangements and messages of condolence may b…

Daniel Eldon Cramb, 73, known affectionately as “Dan” to his loved ones, has sadly passed away at Riverview Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born in Crookston, MN, on August 7, 1950, Dan’s journey came to an unexpected end on March 29, 2024. Dan was a dedicated…

Jean Marie Thomforde, 85, of Crookston, MN, passed away peacefully in her home, early Friday morning, March 29, 2024, with her devoted family at her side. Born on December 5, 1938, in Crookston, Jean was the daughter of Norman and Lulu (Peltier) Bratrud. She was baptized and confirmed in the Trinity…

Lyle Gene Joseph, 73, of Fillmore, UT, and formerly of Carlin, NV, passed away peacefully on March 30th, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Lyle was born January 26th, 1951, to George and Lois (Broin) Joseph in Crookston, MN. Lyle was the 4th of 8 children. He attended school in Crookston and…

On March 28, 2024, Patricia Arlene (Loveland) Sinks, loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away at age 95. Pat was born in 1928 to John and Helen Loveland in St. Paul Minnesota.  She graduated from Monroe High School and attended St. Catherine’s College.  In 1949 she married Charles Sinks.  Tog…