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Gladys A. Lerum
Gladys A. Lerum, 89, of Crookston, Minnesota, the daughter of Nils and Gunda (Botterud) Nelson. Gladys was a generous and compassionate lady, with an open door policy. Many have enjoyed her culinary skills and in particular her famous apple pie and doughnuts, either in her kitchen over a cup of coffee or were the recipients of them in their homes. She was always available on the other end of the phone to listen to others. Gladys will leave her footprints and her presence in the hearts of many who mourn her loss. She was an avid gardener and she will return to us every spring as the first blossoms appear. Gladys will stay through the summer as the fragrance and beauty of the flowers fill our senses. Then in the fall when the many leaves fly from the trees she so painstakingly planted, Gladys will leave us again to rest for the winter and await the return of her favorite time; the next spring. Blessed be the memory of Gladys Lerum.
Loving family members include her husband and best friend of twenty-three years, Gale Lerum; her children, Chuck (Katie) Fontaine of Minot, ND, Linda (Billy) LaVigne of Red Lake Falls, MN, and Margaret (Ziggy) Blondeel of Straffordville, Ontario, Canada; her grandchildren, Steve, Jennifer, Shanna, Brandt and Trevor; great-grandchildren, Lauren, Olivia, Luke, Erik, Dyson and Paige; step-children, Gary (Renie) Lerum, Sandy (Pete) Kucera, Bonnie (Danny) Swenson and Greg Lerum and their families; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Gladys was preceded in death by her first husband, A.J. Fontaine (1978); her parents, Nils and Gunda; her precious grandson, Michael Swenson (2001); two brothers; and two sisters.
The memorial service for Gladys Lerum will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Crookston, with Rev. Mario Prada, presiding. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Monday, April 7, 2008 from 5-7:00 PM, with a 7:00 PM prayer, and also for an hour before the memorial service at the church. Inurnment will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Crookston, MN. Memorials preferred to Hospice or the American Cancer Society.
Gertrude Mae Parkin
Gertrude Mae Parkin, 85, of Crookston, Minnesota, the daughter of Helmer and Florence (Howard) Mahla. She graduated from Plummer (MN) High School and later attended Normal Training to be a teacher. On March 23, 1946, Gertie was united in marriage to Loren W. Parkin in Plummer. The couple made their home on a rural farm near Euclid, Minnesota area and as a custodian at the school in Euclid. She also had worked as a seamstress for the Ice Follies, was employed at Frito-Lay, and had worked in housekeeping in the Deaconess and United Hospitals. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially camping. Gertie was a hard worker and enjoyed doing crafts and sewing. She had a strong faith and was very active in her church. She was a member of the Euclid Presbyterian Church and later joined the First Presbyterian Church in Crookston. Gertie served as clerk for Euclid Township and was a member of the American Legion and Eagles Auxiliaries. She also volunteered at the Crookston Historical Museum. Sadly, Loren passed away on January 13, 1993. Gertie had entered the Villa St. Vincent Nursing Home in 2006. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all who shared in her life.
Loving family members include her children, Robert Parkin of Provo, Utah, Howard (Ledonia) Parkin of Yucaipa, CA, Wayne (Maureen) Parkin of East Grand Forks, MN, Russell Parkin of Euclid, MN, Curtis (Tammy) Parkin of Crookston, MN, Marilyn (Henry) Weiland of Euclid, Keith (Kim) Parkin of Crookston and Neil (Carol) Parkin of Euclid; twenty-three grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; a brother, Arnold Mahla of Oakdale, MN; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Besides her husband, Loren, Gertie was preceded in death by her parents, Helmer and Florence; sister-in-law, Donna Mahla; and two daughters-in-law Helen and Linda.
The memorial service for Gertrude Mae Parkin will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at the First Presbyterian Church in Crookston, MN, with Rev. Daniel Wolpert, officiating. Visitation will be for one hour before the funeral at the church. Inurnment will be in the Oakdale Cemetery in Crookston. Arrangements are with the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home.
Doritta Maxine “Mickey” Delage
Doritta Maxine “Mickey” Delage, 69, of Crookston, North Dakota. Mickey was born in Crookston on September 6, 1938, the daughter of William and Eugenie (Charron) Prudhomme. She was baptized and confirmed the Catholic faith, attended country school, and graduated from Crookston’s St Joseph’s Academy in 1956. On May 25, 1957 Mickey was united in marriage to Clarence Delage in Minnesota, died Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at Bridges Medical Services, Ada, Minnesota.
Darlene Joyce Tollefso
Darlene Joyce Tollefson, 77, of Crookston, Minnesota. Darlene and Russell lived in Hapeville, Minnesota, died Wednesday, April 7, 2010, in the RiverView Hospital in Crookston. Herman was born in Traill County, near Cummings, Minnesota, died peacefully Saturday morning, March 27, 2010, in the RiverView Care Center, in Crookston, Minnesota on May 19, 1933, to Genevieve and Ralph (Leikeb) Leland. She began her education in the Minneapolis Public Schools, later moving with her family to Riverdale, ND and graduating from Riverdale High School in 1951. While living in Riverdale she met Harvey Straw, whom she married on July 3, 1952. Together, Darleen and Harvey raised four children- Susan, Patty, Lee, and William. The family spent several years living in Grand Forks and other communities before coming to Crookston in 1968. Darleen was an at-home mom for many years, and later she was employed in the offices of the City of Crookston until retirement. After retirement she enjoyed selling Mary Kay and Southern Living products. Harvey managed the Red Owl Grocery Store until 1976, when he purchased a grocery store in Sampson’s Addition, renamed it Harvey’s Market, and operated it very successfully until 1997. After Darleen and Harvey were both retired they moved to their lake home on Union Lake. They were members of the Rodnes Lutheran Church, rural Erskine, and former longtime members of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston.
Darleen was a devoted wife, homemaker, and loving and tireless supporter of her children; seen at all of their school events, concerts, activities and athletic games over the years. Her warm and charming home reflected her talent in decorating, sewing, cooking and crafts. Darleen possessed a lovely voice, which graced her home and the church choir. She passed that love of music on to her children and grandchildren. Additionally, she was known for her love of animals, caring for many family pets that enriched the family over the years. She and Harvey celebrated fifty-seven years of marriage last summer. Darleen will be very lovingly remembered and sadly missed.
Family members include her devoted husband, Harvey, who is living in the RiverView Care Center in Crookston; two daughters, Susan Straw Naffziger and husband, Brad, of Lutz, FL; Patty Straw of Grand Forks, ND; two sons, Lee Straw and wife, Laurie, of Bemidji, MN, and William Straw and wife, Jennifer, of East Grand Forks, MN; her beloved grandchildren, Hannah and Zachary Straw, Haydn, Liam, and Meaghann Harmon, Brandan and Robert Naffziger, and Sally and Joe Palmer, and Emily (Palmer) Perreault. Darleen also leaves a sister, Sandra Leland Swenberg, and husband, James, of Pittsboro, NC; and two great-nephews, Braedon and Lucas Craft of Charlotte. Darleen was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Genevieve Leland.
A memorial service for Darleen Ruth Straw will be held at 7:00 pm, Friday, April 2, 2010, in the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookston, Minnesota with The Rev. Peter Satren, of Erskine, officiating. Visitation with the family will be for one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be given in her memory to the Rodnes Lutheran Church.
