Susan Comer
Susan Kay Comer, 56 of McIntosh, MN, formerly of Devils Lake, ND, passed away at her home on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024.
Dennis Hoffart
Dennis S. Hoffart, a devoted husband, beloved brother, and respected member of the Grand Forks community, passed away on Jan. 2, 2025, at Altru Hospital. Born on May 13, 1934, near Knox, ND, Dennis lived a life characterized by hard work, love, and an infectious smile that brightened the lives of those around him.
Donald Kraft
Donald James “Jim” Kraft passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 17 in Maryville, Missouri, after a long fight with old age, but still looking handsome as ever. He was just five days shy of his 91st birthday where he had already made plans to celebrate with a ribeye and a gin martini.
Deborah Lien
Deborah Carol Lien was born on Nov. 7, 1951, to Leonard and Carol Jean (Barker) Lien in Rolla, ND. As a premature infant, her life’s journey began with challenges. A beloved sister and cherished daughter, Debbie, was the eldest of three daughters in her family. She grew up on a farm in Sarles, ND, where she developed a deep connection to her roots. After graduating from Border Central High School in 1969, she attended beauty school and became a hairdresser.
Harlan Knudson
Harlan Knudson, a prominent aerospace engineer and 60-year resident of Rancho Palos Verdes, passed away on Dec. 2, 2024, of natural causes. He was 87 and lived a full life with no regrets. He was known for his warm smile and kind heart. He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly, (married 64 years, whose partnership he cherished deeply); sons Mark, Brian and Eric; sister Eloise; and his three grandchildren Makenna, Tyler and Breegan.
Roger Johnson
Roger Lane Johnson was born Aug. 22, 1935, in Leeds, ND, the youngest child of Gottfried and Jennie (Ericksmoen) Johnson.
Gary McKinney
Gary James McKinney of Devils Lake, ND, passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks ND at the age of 70. Gary was born Dec. 17, 1953. He was raised in Tooele, UT and was the son of Eva Darlene and Ira Arval McKinney.
Harlen Grovom
Harlen L. Grovom, age 92, of Park River, ND, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at First Care Health Center of Park River, with loved ones by his side.
Gary Grad
Gary F. Grad, of Grand Forks and Devils Lake, ND, passed away on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, from heart failure at Altru Hospital, Grand Forks at the age of 76.