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Raymond C. Salhus, 81, passed away peacefully Nov. 2, 2019, at Sanford Health in Bismarck. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at Grace Lutheran Church, Driscoll. Family will be receiving friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, with a prayer service at 7 p.m., at the Bismarck Funeral Home.
Ray was born to Vivian and Obert, with his father Obert delivering him on the farm in Moffit on July 7, 1938. In sixth grade, Ray met a cute little brunette, he threw a snowball in her face and eventually she got even with him by marrying him. Ray went to school in Moffit until his 8th grade year when he quit school to go to work. He started out as a farm hand, worked construction and went on to a long career in the heating and air industry, spending 60 years in the Sheet Metal Workers Union.
Ray’s work took them all over the country but they settled down eventually in their home state of North Dakota. Towards the end of his sheet metal career, Ray and Betty decided to go into the bar business. They owned the R&B in Driscoll from 1980 to 1996. They would rotate shifts while raising their family. In 1983, at the Driscoll centennial, Ray took first place in the best beard contest. The bar was a lot of work, but it brought many friends and good times to them and Ray enjoyed every minute of it.
When Raymond’s health started declining they moved to Bismarck to be closer to health care. Betty spent uncountable hours with Raymond until his passing that early Saturday morning; she said they always had fun together.
He leaves behind his wife of 61 years Betty Lou (Schock) Salhus; their children Brooks (Heather), Pam Binder (Lonnie), and Craig (Stacey). Proud grandfather of Chris, Tyler, Amber, Alyssa, Kierra, Brandon, Carter and Jaxton; step-grandfather to Amanda, Jessica, and Taylor Littrell; further survived by his sister JoAnn Wagner, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents and numerous brothers and sisters.
If you wish to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.bismarckfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest book.
Anton J. “Tony” Steiner passed away Nov. 3, 2019, at CHI St. Alexius in Bismarck. Mass of Christian burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the Church of St. Mary, 806 E Broadway Ave., Bismarck.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Eastgate Funeral Service, 2302 E Divide Ave., Bismarck. A rosary/vigil service will begin at 7 p.m.
Burial will be held Friday at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bismarck.
Tony was born on April 21, 1929, in Stark County to John B. and Barbara (Berger) Steiner. He grew up 18 miles south of Richardton and attended St. Placidus Church. He farmed with his father until moving to Bismarck in 1956. On Oct. 16, 1956, Tony married Arlene Koch at the Church of St. Mary in Bismarck. They were members of the Church of St. Mary where Tony served as an usher, Eucharistic Minister, and as a Parish Council member. He was a member of the Eagle’s Club, and cooked sausage for the Home On The Range breakfasts. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #1604, where he also helped with many breakfasts.
For over 40 years, he enjoyed helping in the kitchen and with bingo during St. Mary’s Central High School Carnival Days. He also volunteered at Open Your Heart for close to 60 years. He enjoyed dancing and spending time with his family. Tony worked in the sheet metal trade for 37 and a half years, working in local shops and at all the power plants in North Dakota. He also worked at the Dakota Gasification Plant at Beulah, the Malting Plant in Spiritwood and the Fargodome. He was a member of the UCT. During his leisure time, Tony was a handyman, mechanic, plumber, and enjoyed fixing things. He worked almost 15 years doing maintenance for Morris Tschider apartments.
Tony was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by his family and many good friends. He is survived by his wife, Arlene Steiner; daughters, Barbara and Bonita; son, Blaine, all of Bismarck; two sisters, Rose Jahner, Missoula, Mont., and Marie (Hugh) Neidiffer, Auburn, Wash.; sister-in-law, Eva Steiner, Twin Falls, Idaho; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Barbara Steiner; brother, Lawrence; brother-in-law, Mike Jahner; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jacob and Barbara Koch.
In honor of Tony, memorials may be sent to St Mary's Church or Light of Christ Catholic Schools.
To share memories of Tony and to sign the online guestbook, go to www.eastgatefuneral.com.
Patrick B. Phillips, 72, Mandan, passed away Nov. 3, 2019, at Sunset on Prospera, Mandan.
A celebration of life will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at Weigel Funeral Home, Mandan. A family burial will be held at a later date in the northwoods of Minnesota.
Go to www.weigelfuneral.com to sign the guestbook and share memories with his family.
Todd DeMontigny, 63, Washburn, 4 p.m., Memorial Building, main street Washburn. (Goetz Funeral Home, Washburn)
Rodney Leingang, 51, Bismarck, 10:30 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mandan. (Weigel Funeral Home, Mandan)
Alden Pochant, 77, Bismarck, 10:30 a.m., Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Pkwy., Bismarck. (Goetz Funeral Home, Washburn and Underwood)
Frances Thomas, 89, Bismarck, 11 a.m., St. Mary's Catholic Church, 806 E Broadway Ave., Bismarck. (Parkway Funeral Service, Bismarck)
Dave Schirado, 55, Glen Ullin, passed away Nov. 1, 2019, at a Fargo hospital.
Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Glen Ullin, with Fr. Jeff Zwack as celebrant. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday with a rosary and parish vigil at 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Dave was born Oct. 27, 1964, to Thomas “Clinny” and Kathy (Kastner) Schirado in Bismarck. He grew up in Glen Ullin and graduated from Glen Ullin High School. Dave then worked various jobs around the area until he began his full-time career with the Department of Transportation. Dave also did many small engine repair jobs on the side. On Sept. 23, 1995, Dave married the love of his life, Carrie Duppong. To this union Dave gained his oldest son, Derrick, and he and Carrie had two more children, Lindsey and Tommy.
A true jack of all trades, Dave worked on anything and everything. A hard working man that will be fondly remembered for his laugh. He loved his red tractors and he and Carrie enjoyed going camping together. Most of all, he was a proud father and a very proud “Papa” to his beloved granddaughter, Paisley.
Dave is survived by his wife, Carrie, Glen Ullin; mother, Kathy Schirado, Glen Ullin; son, Derrick (Kristen) Duppong, Mandan; daughter, Lindsey Schirado, Moorhead, Minn.; and youngest son, Tommy Schirado, Glen Ullin; his granddaughter, Paisley Duppong. He is also survived by his brother Bill Schirado, Plymouth, Minn.; sisters, Lisa (Mike) Daoust, Bloomington, Minn., and Laurie (Dr. Scott) Charette, Grand Forks; nephew, Casey Winckler, Beulah; nieces, LaiKyn (Monte) Nilsen, New Salem, and Olivia and Autumn Charette, Grand Forks; father-in-law, Wilbert “Shorty” Duppong, Glen Ullin; mother-in-law, Vivian Bleth, Glen Ullin; and sister-in-law, Mary (Jerry) Winckler-Beierlein, Glen Ullin.
He was preceded in death by his father, brother-in-law (Curt Winckler) and sister-in-law (Melissa Duppong).
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Peter R. Guthrie, 64, Naperville, Ill., formerly of Bismarck, passed away on Oct. 22, 2019, in the loving presence of his family at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago after a 21-month illness with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
Peter was born on Dec. 29, 1954, in Bismarck, the fifth of eight children of Ruth (Gallagher) Guthrie and Robert Guthrie. Cherished husband of Marilyn (Heilman) Guthrie, wedded on June 21, 1980. Beloved dad of Margie (AJ) Kemsley, Mason, Mich., Ann Guthrie, Willowbrook, Ill., Molly Guthrie, Chicago, Ill., Robert Guthrie, Milwaukee, Wis., and Betsy Guthrie, Chicago. Adored nonno (grandpa) of Paige Kemsley.
Interment will be a gathering of family and friends at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bismarck at a future date.
For a full obituary, please see Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, Naperville, Ill., at https://bit.ly/33stg7W.
Amber Bragg, 26, passed away Nov. 1, 2019. A memorial service will be held 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, in the Life Skills and Transition Center All Faiths Chapel, 701 W 6th St., Grafton.
Amber was born June 11, 1993, in Bismarck weighing two pounds and six ounces. She came to Terry and Karen Bragg's home on April 4, 1994, as their foster baby. God said adopt, and we said yes. Adoption was final Sept. 2, 1997.
Amber loved meeting people in her job at the gift shop and helping with the Dial-A-Ride van. She loved doing filing on Fridays at the insurance office. She was a singer and loved to sing in the LSTC choir. She loved her grandmas and would visit them at Sunset Nursing Home each Wednesday.
Thank you Pastor Bethany for being her friend and mentor. We thank Thrive church in Grafton also. She could always remember the sermon to share with us. Her notebook is full of her sermon notes. We appreciate her guardians at Catholic Charities of ND.
Amber leaves behind her Bragg brothers Troy, Kyle, Ryan and Cory. And special foster brother, Max. She loved her three sisters-in-law – Suzanne, Lenka and Melissa. Her nephews Anthony and Terik, and five nieces – Saraya, Adela, Petra, Emerald, and Aeliene were very dear to her. She also leaves a great-nephew – Tegan. Her furry dog sister, Mercy. Many aunts, uncles and cousins who she loved dearly, and special Grandma Si are left here till she greets them in heaven. And so many friends and staff at Life Skills and Transition Center who she loved so much in the 10 years she lived there.
God bless you all. We are so thankful for each of you. We love you, Amber, and can't wait to spend forever with you. – Dad and Mom
To share memories of Amber and to sign the online guestbook, go to www.eastgatefuneral.com.
Gerald L. Jochim, 66, Mandan, passed away Nov. 3, 2019, at Vibra Hospital of Central Dakotas, Mandan.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at First Lutheran Church, Mandan, with Pastor Gene Anderson presiding. Inurnment will be at a later time.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Weigel Funeral Home, Mandan, with a prayer service at 7:15 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Go to www.weigelfuneral.com to sign the guestbook and share memories with his family.
Samuel James “SJ” Netterville, 75, Fort Yates, passed away Nov. 1, 2019. Funeral services will be held noon Thursday, Nov. 7, at North Dakota Veterans Cemetery.
Sam was born in Fort Yates to Marcella (Alkire) and William Netterville. Sam was an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, and was raised in Fort Yates.
Sam graduated from Fort Yates High School in 1962. He then attended Bottineau Junior College graduating with a degree in animal husbandry. In 1966-70, Sam served in the North Dakota National Guard. In 1970, he enlisted in the United States Army Reserve, until his honorable discharge in 1972. Next, he attended the University of North Dakota, graduating with a B.S. in elementary education.
On Dec. 7, 1967, he married Joan Luger. Sam and Joan had three children – Marsha, Kurt and Samantha.
Sam always had an exceptionally strong work ethic. Evidence of his dedication and fortitude was that he worked until physically unable.
While over the years, he’s held multiple positions with the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, he most recently worked as chief financial officer for the Standing Rock Housing Authority, a job he truly enjoyed. For several years during the 80’s, Sam was employed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Billings and Havre, Mont. Throughout most of his adult years, he also operated a cattle ranch.
Nature and animals were always very meaningful to him and held a special place in his heart. Articulate and well read, Sam had a passion for reading and there was always a “next read” on his list. He had an uncanny ability for remembering numbers, dates and history, which made playing poker come naturally to him. Cooking was also a specialty that he was both good at and proud of.
Friends of SJ, both living and deceased: Alkire Family, Luger Family, Knudson Family, Harrison Family, Gipp Family, Snider Family, Molash Family, Condon Family, Two Bears Family, Bill Reiter, Jim Shanley, Kenny McLaughlin, Mikey, Rowdy and Pat Luger, George and Marilyn KeepsEagle, Delano “Gene” Claymore, Mike Whitesell, Tim Hertel, Charlie Murphy, Bob and Clayton Hagel, Bruce Austin, Joe Dunn, Larry “Cheese” Luger, Richie Luger, Vernon Schott, Casper Kraft, Wilbur “Banny” Pleets.
Sam is preceded in death by his loving grandmother Louise Alkire; mother Marcella Alkire Netterville, brothers Gary and Duane Netterville and sister Diane Netterville.
Sam is survived by his children Marsha Netterville, Kurt Netterville and Samantha Sauter (Chad); ex-wife and friend Joan Netterville; twelve grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; sister Claudia Hoyt, brothers Claude Netterville, Dwight Archambault and Matt Netterville; his caring and attentive niece LuAnn Poitra, and numerous relatives. Finally, his loyal Jack Terrier Miss Muffit, will miss her pal.
The family of Sam wishes to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to the multitude of doctors, nurses and staff of Sanford, UND Medical, Bismarck Cancer Center and Miller Pointe Prospera.
Also, to the Standing Rock Housing Authority co-workers who were extremely understanding and compassionate during his final months.
To share memories of Sam and to sign the online guestbook, go to www.eastgatefuneral.com.
ANAMOOSE – Lauretta Schilling, 94.
DICKINSON – Raymond Karras, 89.
FINLEY – Wayne Richards, 87.
GRAND FORKS – Thomas Aaker, 73; Bruce Rupp, 77; Walter St. Pierre Jr., 65.
HORACE – Ronald Cullen, 64.
MANVEL – Walter Moran, Sr., 78.
MINOT – Ellen Fagerland, 93; Richard Faul, 81; Janis Hatchard, 81; Norris Heskin, 89; Kurt Helseth, 63; Cheri Knorr, 77; Donna Lochthowe, 92; Margaret Scouton, 96.
MOHALL – Jonathan May, 71.
VERONA – Shirley Lau, 82.
WALCOTT – Agnes Ista, 90.
WEST FARGO – Eleanor Paulson DeTienne, 102; Marc Jarmin, 60.
WILLISTON – Virginia Bauste, 86.
WIMBLEDON – John Willson, 60.
FARGO – Florence Powell, 98; Gordon Luthi, 85.
NEW ROCKFORD – Darlene Haugen, 79.
CARRINGTON – Otto Tofte, 80.
VALLEY CITY – John E. Davis, 71.
Rodney Leingang, 51, of Bismarck, passed away Oct. 30, 2019.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mandan. Inurnment will be held at Mandan Union Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, November 4, 2019 at Weigel Funeral Home, Mandan, with a Rosary/Parish Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
Rodney John Leingang of Mandan was born March 16, 1968 in Fort Yates to John and Alma Leingang. He graduated from Solen High School in 1986. During his high school years, he worked as a ranch hand at the family farm for which he loved. He also helped various farmer ranchers in the Solen area. He then furthered his education at NDSU in Fargo and majored in business management. Rodney worked for Cedar soil conservation for two years, then worked at Prairie Knights Casino as a shift manager where he became well known for his sharp attire, his cologne, and especially his perfect hair. Someone always had a compliment on his bright shiny shirts and ties.
In 2010, Rodney moved to Mandan and worked at Support Systems and Menards. Sharp-dressed man is what will be greatly missed of Rodney. He is the only man we knew that would take an hour-long shower and another hour to get ready. Rodney’s pride and joy was when his daughter Paige was born in 1996. She learned his fishing traits. He also became a proud grandpa of three beautiful grandchildren; Elli, Abel and Oakley.
Rodney was a very humble man with a great sense of humor and the smile that would melt your heart. Rodney was the uncle that the nieces and nephews truly adored, especially his great nieces and nephews. He would always have snacks in his hands when they would go visit them. Uncle Rodney always made them smile and happy when he was around. Rodney enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing black jack.
Rodney will be greatly missed so very much by his daughter, Paige (Dylan) Leingang; his 3 grandkids, Elli, Abel and Oakley; brothers, George (Kim) Leingang and Richie Claymore; sister, Johnelle Leingang; nieces, Deserae (Wyatt) Froehlich, Landi Leingang, Brooke Leingang, Latoya and Yolanda Spotted Horse; nephews, Kelly Leingang and Dakota (Shalique) Boehm; great-nephews, Kale, Kelvin Leingang, Tayvin Boehm and Riggin Froehlich; great-nieces, Tylee Froehlich, Annabella Leingang, Takiah Boehm and Skyler Brave Bull.
Rodney is greeted in heaven by his parents, John and Alma Leingang; sisters, Lisa Claymore and Michelle Leingang; grandparents, George and Anges Leingang, Edward and Regina LaFromboise.
Go to www.weigelfuneral.com to sign the guestbook and share memories with his family.
Wayne Warren Wilson, 68, Bismarck, passed away Nov. 1, 2019 at Sanford Health.
Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 106 Osage Ave, Bismarck, with Pastor Julie Anderson officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Parkway, Bismarck with a prayer service starting at 7:30 p.m.
Wayne was born on Aug. 25, 1951, in Fargo, the oldest “WWW” son of Warren and Betty (Albert) Wilson. He was raised and educated in Fargo and graduated from Fargo North High School. Following graduation, he attended UND and played hockey for the Sioux. Wayne earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. Hockey was a big part of his life, playing in high school, college and also a few years of Double AA, before moving to Bismarck, where he started the Century High School Hockey program and was the first head coach. He taught for over 30 years in the Bismarck Schools before retiring. Wayne was also a realtor and property manager in the Bismarck/Mandan area.
Anyone who knew Wayne knows the most important thing to him was his family. Wayne loved music, dancing and giving advice. A cabin on Big Cormorant Lake in Minnesota was one of his favorite places to spend time.
He is survived by daughters, Nicole (Bill) Grundel, Korie DeBruin and Stacey Wilson (Carl Bartell); Anita; grandkids, Levi, Logan, Lauren, Ben, Ethan, Madelyn and Birk; mother, Betty Wilson, Fargo; Brothers, William (Rhonda), Fargo, Warren (Sharon), Fargo, Wesley (Linda) Eugene, Ore. and Wade (Betty Jo), Fargo; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his dad, Warren Wilson and son-in-law, Mike DeBruin. Wayne will be remembered as an engaged and loving son, dad, grandpa, brother, brother-in-law and uncle.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to be sent to Mayo Clinic (https://www.mayoclinic.org/giving-to-mayo-clinic/ways-to-give) in memory of Wayne.
Go to www.parkwayfuneral.com to share memories of Wayne and sign the online guestbook.
Robert “Bob” Reinke, 83, Bismarck, formerly of Center, died Nov. 2, 2019, at Sanford in Bismarck after a short illness.
Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Center with Rev. Dennis Ristvedt officiating. Burial will be held at St. Paul’s Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Buehler Larson Funeral Home with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Bob Reinke was born in Oliver County on Feb. 7, 1936, to Minnie and Lawrence Reinke. He attended school in Center and was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran. Bob attended the Agricultural College in Fargo, then returned to farm with his parents in Center.
Bob was especially close to his niece and nephews and spent a lot of time with them out on the farm. One of Bob’s great joys was driving school bus for the Center Public Schools, and he drove many children to school over the years.
Bob retired from farming in 2001 and moved to Bismarck. Bob was a long-time resident of Primrose, where he made many dear friends.
Bob is survived by his niece Colleen of Carson, nephew Doug of Bismarck, and nephew Brian and his wife Kim of Bismarck; and their children Elizabeth (Kelsey), Minneapolis, and Ben (girlfriend Bailey) of Bismarck.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Lyle and Eldon. Bob was a kind and generous man who could talk to anybody. He will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
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Kenneth Ihringer, 56, Bordulac, 3 p.m., Evans Funeral Home, Carrington.
Loretta Link, 81, 10:30 a.m., Faith Lutheran Church, 1402 E Ave. C, Bismarck. (Eastgate Funeral Home, Bismarck)
Patricia Pelton, 83, 9:30 a.m., Ladbury Funeral Service, Dickinson.
Myron Senechal, 75, Bismarck, 10 a.m., Church of St. Anne, 1321 Braman Ave., Bismarck. (Parkway Funeral Service, Bismarck)
