John Merck
Apr 27, 2026
John Leroy Merck, 83, passed away at home on April 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and deep love for his family.
John was born on May 19, 1942, in Minot, North Dakota, to John C. Merck and Anna Leier Merck. He grew up on the family farm in Karlsruhe, where he developed a strong work ethic...
Ron LaCount
May 9, 2026
Ron LaCount, 87, longtime Minot businessman died on May 9, 2026 in his home following a short battle with brain cancer.
Honoring Ron’s explicit instructions there will be no visitation or service.
Ron was especially impressed with the care he received from the doctors at Trinity Hospital and Cancercare Center. Also, the family would like to thank HIA Hospice and First Light...
David Greeley
May 9, 2026
David Greeley, 79, Kenmare, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, in a Minot memory care facility.
Arnold Goldade
May 9, 2026
Arnold Leon Goldade, 72, Des Lacs, died Saturday May 9, 2026, in his family friend’s home in Berthold.
Arnie was born August 4, 1953, to Ferdinand “Fred” and Annie (Heilman) Goldade in Harvey, ND.
Arnie grew up on the family farm in Karlsruhe, ND. Throughout his time in school, he worked at the A.T Bryd Ranch milking cows. Arnie graduated from Karlsruhe...
Virginia Fraley
May 8, 2026
Virginia Fraley, 101, died peacefully on May 8, 2026, at Trinity Hospital, Minot.
Virginia Earle Pels was born on February 28, 1925, in Temple, Texas to Joseph and Linda (Brandes) Pels. She was raised and educated in Temple, graduating from Temple High School in 1942. After her education she was employed in Killeen, TX as a secretary for a construction company...
Brent Askvig
May 7, 2026
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Brent Askvig, 67, died Thursday, May 7, 2026, in a Fargo hospice facility surrounded by his loving family.
Most people knew him as Brent, even though he had earned the title of Dr. But as his youngest son, Ethen, reminded him, “yeah he’s a doctor; but he can’t really help people.” The truth...
Sandra Ostrom
May 7, 2026
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Sandra Ostrom, 81, passed away peacefully in her home on May 7, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born July 10, 1944 in Bottineau, ND, the daughter of Lyle and Esther Ballantyne. She was raised and educated in Souris, ND graduating in 1962. She was active in band and cheerleading,...
Jeanette Movchan
May 4, 2026
It is with deep sorrow we announce the death of Jeanette F. Movchan, who passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 94.
She was predeceased by: her husband Daniel A. Movchan and son Gregory R. Movchan. She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Movchan (George Chagalis); and one grandson, Daniel Movchan and one great-grandson, Braxton Movchan.
No service will...
Ethel Vangsness
May 4, 2026
Ethel Vangsness, 97, Carpio died peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026 in the Mountrail Bethel Home – Stanley, ND with her family at her side.
Ethel Mae was born on September 7, 1928 near Berthold, ND to Theodore and Nora (Larson) Bakken. She was raised and educated in Berthold and graduated from Berthold High School in 1946. As a young adult,...
Ann Hemphill
May 3, 2026
Ann Hemphill, 89, Minot, formerly of Sawyer, died Sunday, May 3, 2026, in her home.
Ann was born August 14, 1936, in Ulysses, Pennsylvania to Kenneth and Sarah (Hilfiger) Empson. She was raised and educated in Pennsylvania in her formative years.
Ann was united in marriage to Max Hemphill on January 17, 1953, in San Antonio, Texas. They remained in San Antonio...
Hudson Bryantt
May 2, 2026
Hudson Bryantt, 9, Berthold, was called to his heavenly home Saturday, May 2, 2026.
Hudson John Bryantt was born on December 29, 2016, to Drew and Lisa (Schmaltz) Bryantt in Minot, ND. He was raised and attended school in Berthold, ND.
Hudson was a sweet little boy who loved to give hugs. He didn’t care who, what, when, or where, he was...
Carol Vannett
May 1, 2026
Carol Ann Vannett, age 81, passed peacefully on May 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, as she entered heaven’s gates.
Carol was born on December 2, 1944, in Minot, ND to Louis and Martha (Michaels) Heinz. On April 18, 1963, she married her beloved husband and soulmate, Claude Vannett. They were married for 60 years before his passing on August...
Louise Ardelle Miller
May 1, 2026
Louise Miller, 93, Minot and formerly of rural Sawyer and Burlington died peacefully on May 1, 2026 in a Bismarck hospital with family at her side.
Louise Ardelle Checkwick Miller was born on July 29, 1932 in Minot, ND to Carl and Angelette (Eberhardt) Checkwick. She was raised and educated in the Sawyer, ND area and graduated from Drake High School...
Sharon Kathryn Schestler
May 1, 2026
Sharon Schestler, 87, Minot/Burlington, died Friday, May 1, 2026, in a Minot hospital surrounded by her family.
Sharon Kathryn Doyle was born March 2, 1939, at her grandparent’s home in Minot to Lawrence and Helen (Christianson) Doyle. She was raised and educated in Minot, ND. She graduated from high school in 1957.
Sharon went on to become an X-ray Technician. Sharon was...
V. Craig Pankratz
Apr 27, 2026
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Our brother, Vincent Craig Pankratz, was taken home by Jesus Christ his Savior on Monday, April 27, 2026. Craig was the first born to Dr. Vincent A. Pankratz and Geanne (Flom) Pankratz on January 10, 1947 in Minneapolis, MN.
Often harassing us when he was young, Craig as an adult, took his role...
Joaquin Medina
Apr 26, 2026
Joaquin Medina, 57, Minot, formerly of Michoacan, Mexico, died Sunday, April 26, 2026, in a Minot hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Kerry Brendle
Apr 24, 2026
Kerry Brendle, 71, Parshall, formerly of Minot and Grand Forks, died Friday, April 24, 2026, in her home.
There will be no services at this time
Kevin Neuharth
Apr 24, 2026
To view a recording of the prayer service and funeral mass, available May 4th, access https://www.mtmsales.net/thomas
Kevin R. Neuharth, Minot, ND, passed away on Friday April 24, 2026 at the age of 73.
Kevin Roy Neuharth was born on November 12, 1952, in Bismarck, ND to Robert and Irene (Bonnet) Neuharth. He grew up in the heart of North Dakota, McClusky, where...
Tony Stewart
Apr 23, 2026
To view a livestream of the service access: https://www.christlutheranminot.org/church-online
Tony Stewart (the man - the myth - the legend), at age 66, of Burlington died suddenly on Thursday, April 23, 2026 on arrival at a Minot hospital.
Tony Earl Stewart was born on August 10, 1959 in Minot, ND to Earl “Willie” and Genevieve (Olson) Stewart. He was raised and educated in...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Bennett
Apr 22, 2026
Jacqueline "Jackie" Bennett, 65, Minot, died Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in a Minot hospital.
Arrangements are pending at this time.
