Obituaries

Thomas S. Longie Sr.

Thomas S. Longie Sr.

Jul 4, 2025

Thomas S. Longie Sr., “of Fort Totten ND began his journey to the Spirit World on July 4, 2025 at Essentia Health in Fargo at the age of 54 years.

There will be visitation for Thomas at St. Michael’s Catholic Church on Friday, July 11, 2025 beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary and Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. The procession...

Rickie C. Schempp

Rickie C. Schempp

Jul 4, 2025

Rickie C. Schempp, 65 of Minot, formerly of Rugby and St. Michael ND passed away on July 4th, 2025 at Minot Health and Rehab.

There will be a graveside service for Rickie on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery, St. Michael ND with Reverend Paul Schuster officiating.

Rickie Charles Schempp, son of Helen (Weil) and Fred...

Ogilby E. Scott IV

Ogilby E. Scott IV

Jun 23, 2025

Open House Celebration of Life for Oby will be on Saturday, September 13, 2025 beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall with Military Honors at 3:45 p.m.

Ogilby E. “Oby” Scott IV, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025 at his home at the age of 69 years.

Ogilby Eaton, son of Patricia and Ogilby Scott III was...

Connie Lynn Ebach

Connie Lynn Ebach

Jun 23, 2025

Connie Lynn Ebach, age 63 of Devils Lake, North Dakota, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Monday, June 23, 2025. She left behind a legacy of love, faith, and compassion for others.

Funeral Services for Connie will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at the Odd Fellows Chapel, Devils Lake with Pastor Jeff Kapelle officiating....

Freeman James Whiteshield Sr.

Freeman James Whiteshield Sr.

Jun 20, 2025

Freeman James Whiteshield Sr., "Wakinyan Waci Wicasa" (Dancing Thunder) age 62 years of St. Michael, ND began his journey back to the Spirit World on Friday, June 20, 2025. How Wakinyan Waci Wicasa received his spiritual name.” Deksi Freeman when we sang for him that night, he passed away the lightning and Thunder was lighting up the sky and it...

Camilla Marie Smith

Camilla Marie Smith

Jun 20, 2025

The Wake for Camilla will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the St. Michael Wellness Center beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary and Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. The procession to St. Michael will leave on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. from Dockside (The old Wally’s) parking lot.

Funeral Services for Camilla will be on Friday, June 27, 2025,...

Regina M. Hoffart

Regina M. Hoffart

Jun 19, 2025

Regina M. (Koble) Hoffart, 85 of Devils Lake, ND passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo with her loving family by her side.

Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:00am at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Devils Lake, ND. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 24...

Gary Ertmann

Gary Ertmann

Jun 19, 2025

Gary W,. Ertmann, of Devils Lake ND passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Lakota Good Samaritan Center at the age of 80 years.

Funeral Services for Gary will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Devils Lake, ND

Gary Wayne Ertmann was born on March 17, 1945 in Devils Lake, ND to...

Vicky Lynn Jones

Vicky Lynn Jones

Jun 15, 2025

Vicky Lynn Jones, of Devils Lake, ND passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at the age of 70.

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Saturday, June 21st at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a time of prayer and remembrance at 11:00 a.m. Vicky will be laid to rest...

Jerome A. Cremers

Jerome A. Cremers

Jun 13, 2025

Jerome A. “Jerry” Cremers, age 88, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. After a long and full life, he is now at peace, free from suffering.

Jerome was born in Lead, South Dakota, son of Arnold and Georgina (Brunelle) Cremers, and grew up in the Pierz and Little Falls areas of Minnesota....

David O. Moe

David O. Moe

Jun 12, 2025

David O. Moe a life long resident of Devils Lake ND passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at the age of 62 years.

The will be a visitation at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service for David will be on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00...

Thorsten J. Sabie

Thorsten J. Sabie

Jun 8, 2025

Thorsten J. Sabie passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Essentia Health in Virginia, Minnesota. 

TJ was born on August 17, 1938, in Devils Lake, ND, to TC (Bud) and Freida (Hassig) Sabie. He grew up and attended school in Devils Lake. He joined the Army in October 1955, and was stationed in Germany. He was honorably discharged in October...

Howard M. Paulsen

Howard M. Paulsen

Jun 8, 2025

Howard M. Paulsen, 80 of Devils Lake, ND passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at St. Alexius Health, Devils Lake Hospital.

Howard is in the care of the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake, ND

Howard Marvin Paulsen, son of Chester and Belle (Tuntland) Paulsen was born on May 9, 1945, in Hannaford, North Dakota. He was reared and received his early...

Myron A. Greybear

Myron A. Greybear

Jun 3, 2025

Myron Abraham Greybear Sr., “Wannuha Ska Waka” (Sacred White Gore) began his journey to the Spirit World on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at his home.

The Wake for Myron will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at the Crow Hill Wellness Center, rural Fort Totten beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a time of prayer and remembrance at 7:00 p.m. The...

Grace Sharbono

Grace Sharbono

May 29, 2025

Grace Sharbono, 85 of Devils Lake, ND passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd in New Rockford.

Visitation will be on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service for Grace will be held at the First United Methodist Church, Devils...

Archie Redfox III

Archie Redfox III

May 28, 2025

Archie RedFox, III. 42 of rural Warwick, ND began his spiritual journey on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND, with his loving family and friends beside him.

Visitation will be held at the Tokio Recreation Center on Monday, June 2, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 8:00 p.m. The procession to Tokio...

Amanda Belle Jerome

Amanda Belle Jerome

May 25, 2025

Our loving mother, sister, grandma, aunt and dear friend, Amanda Belle Jerome, 42 of Tokio, ND passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks, ND.

The Wake for Amanda will be held on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 at the WoodLake Wellness Center, Tokio ND beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. The procession...

Clarice E. Fox

Clarice E. Fox

May 18, 2025

Funeral Services for Clarice will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake ND. She will be laid to rest with her mother Bernadette. There will be a feed following the service, place yet to be determined.  It will be held at the Tekakwitha Center. 

Clarice Elizabeth Windy Boy-Fox began her journey...

Jodi Tjelta

Jodi Tjelta

May 16, 2025

Jodi Tjelta, 52 of Sheyenne, ND passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. 

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake, ND. Funeral Services for Jodi will be on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:00...

Gloria B. Alberts

Gloria B. Alberts

May 16, 2025

Gloria Bernice Alberts began her Heavenly journey on Friday, May 16, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Gloria was born September 2, 1947 to Veronica Thompson and Levi DuMarce. She attended school at Little Flower in St. Michael. She later worked at DTI for 10 years before retiring. She was a well known Star Quilt Maker. She made beautiful blankets that...