All Obituaries

Julius Cloud, age 35, travelled to the spirit world on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, in Minneapolis, MN. A full obituary and service information will follow shortly.

Michael James Ostlund Sr., Ogimaa Binesi “Leading Thunderbird”, age 53, of Redby, MN, began his journey to the spirit world on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from Sanford Broadway Hospital in Fargo, ND. Mike was born on December 13, 1970, in Big Fork, MN, to Frances (Rushman) and Roger Smith. He grew up in  Big Falls, MN, and made his home in Redby, MN. He worked various jobs as a mechanic, his passion was working on cars. He also worked at a potato farm during Fall season and was...

Roberta Ann “Berta” Greenleaf, age 72, of the Bear Clan, from Ponemah, MN travelled to the spirit world on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 in Red Lake, MN. Roberta was born on January 14, 1952 in Red Lake, MN to Lucy (Stillday) and Warren Greenleaf. Berta worked at the ENP in Ponemah and at the Headstart and Elementary School in Ponemah. She also worked on the clean up crew at Seven Clans Casino in Thief River Falls. Berta enjoyed going to casinos. She loved spending time with her...

Irvin Wayne Tooker, age 91, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Essentia Health in Brainerd, Minnesota. Irvin was born on September 23, 1932, in Barnard, South Dakota to Wayne and Ruth (Warne) Tooker.  Irvin enjoyed growing up on a farm from 7th grade on. He attended elementary school at Westport, Aberdeen and Barnard, South Dakota, and graduated from Barnard High School. He attended college at South Dakota State Collage at Brookings, South Dakota. Irvin married Shirley Siemann...

Laurie Jean (Boileau) Hare, age 73, of Longville, MN, passed away at her home on Friday, May 24, 2024. She was born on April 17, 1951 in Deer River, MN, to Bud and Agnes (Robins) Boileau. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, going to the casino and spending time with family and friends. She worked at the Anchorage Inn in Longville. Laurie is survived by the love of her life, Erik Arnquist; children, Pete (Jen) Anderson, John Anderson, Brandy (Kevin) Serfling, Shannon Hare, Samantha Hare,...

Krissa Clair Weitzel (Babygirl) “Mikinaak-Iquay” (Turtle Woman) was born on November 9, 2004 to Angeline Rainey and Allen Weitzel Sr in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On May 23, 2024, our family lost a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and cousin. Krissa was 19 years old when she started her journey with the creator. She came into this world when her parents needed her most. She was the light of their life, their main focus, and pride and joy. She had a smile that could light up a room....

Bernadine “Deanie” (Beaulieu) Bailey, Zhaawanong-noodin "South Wind", age 81, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND, with her son Sheldon Bailey at her side. She was born on February 3, 1943, to Bernard and Glendoris (Branchaud) Beaulieu in Red Lake, Minnesota. Unfortunately, at the age of 3, she lost her mother. She was raised by Marian (Monica) Beaulieu, where she was privileged to inherit sisters and brothers, Nora, Candy, Westy,...

Rosemary M. Ochs, age 90, of Walker, died at her home on May 17, 2024. Rosemary Margaret Juenemann was born on October 15, 1933 in Springfield, MN to Oscar and Barbara (Hillesheim) Juenemann.  She was united in marriage to Norbert Ochs on August 22, 1959 at St. Raphael Catholic Church in Springfield.  They moved to Walker in 1959 for Norbert’s first teaching job and liked it so much that they made Walker their permanent home.  Rosie worked for many years at...

Steven J. Rainey, of the Eagle Clan, age 54, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Red Lake, MN. Steven was born on March 23, 1970, in Minneapolis, MN to Mary Rainey and James Neadeau Jr. He grew up in the cities and worked for Velocity Express for several years before moving to Red Lake.  In Red Lake, he continued to work various jobs to provide for his family in any way he could. Steven loved gaming, going to the casino, and hanging out with friends. He also enjoyed going to...

Clarence Spears Sr, age 70, of Redby, MN, traveled to the Spirit World on Sunday, May 12, 2024 due to health. Clarence was born on October 16, 1953 to Albert Spears Sr and Eunice (Alice) Spears. He grew up in Red Lake. Clarence was a loving father to all his sons and daughters. He loved traveling and visiting his friends and relatives. He was very protective over his two (2) granddaughters, Brielle and Lei’Emery, whom he was raising. He married Gloria Whitefeather Spears in Las Vegas...