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Brent Askvig

Brent Askvig

May 7, 2026

To view a livestream of the service access: www.mtmsales.net/thomas

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

Sandra Ostrom

May 7, 2026

To view a livestream of the service access: https://www.christlutheranminot.org/church-online/

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

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

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

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

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

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

Louise Ardelle Miller

May 1, 2026

To view a livestream of the service access www.mtmsales.net/thomas 

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,...

Sharon Kathryn Schestler

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

V. Craig Pankratz

Apr 27, 2026

To view a livestream of the service access: https://www.mtmsales.net/thomas

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...

John Merck

John Merck

Apr 27, 2026

To view a livestream of the service access: https://www.mtmsales.net/thomas

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...

Wayne Pullen

Wayne Pullen

Apr 26, 2026

Wayne Gerald Pullen of Fort Walton Beach FL and formerly of Stave Township, passed away peacefully at home on April 26, 2026.

Wayne was born on April 4, 1931, in Donnybrook, North Dakota to Ira and Inez (Gandrud) and raised on the family farm. He graduated from Stanley high school in 1949, graduated from UND and Marquette University, enjoyed a 34...

Joaquin Medina

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

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

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

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

Jacqueline "Jackie" Bennett

Apr 22, 2026

Jacqueline Jane (Seiffert) Bennett, 65, passed away on April 22, 2026, at her home in Minot, ND.

Jackie was born in Bottineau, ND, to Violet (Johnson) and Donald Seiffert on April 14, 1961. She attended grade and high school in Westhope. During this time, she especially enjoyed playing basketball and was selected for All Region in her senior year. She was...

Robert R. Watts

Robert R. Watts

Apr 21, 2026

Robert R. Watts, 89, Butte, formerly of Minot, died Tuesday, April 21, 2026, in a Velva care center.

Robert Ralph Watts was born February 3, 1937, in Jerseyville, IL, the son of Robert and Maretta (Fay) Watts. He was raised and educated in Jerseyville, graduating from Jersey High School in 1956.

Robert enlisted in the United States Air Force after graduation and...

Wesley Hay

Wesley Hay

Apr 20, 2026

Wesley Hay, 95, Minot, died Monday, April 20, 2026 in a Minot assisted living facility.

Wesley Lee Hay was born on December 26, 1930 in Parshall, ND to Oscar and Pearl (Ryan) Hay Sr. He was the third of five children raised on the family farm in McLean County at Raub, ND. He was educated in country schools. The first five...

Christine Reichenberger

Christine Reichenberger

Apr 19, 2026

Christine Reichenberger, 68, Minot, died Sunday, April 19, 2026, in a Minot hospital. 

Per her request a private service will be held at a later date.

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