Obituaries
Michael Cieslak
Feb 2, 2025
Michael John Cieslak, fondly known to family as MJ, was a beacon of light to all who knew him. Born on April 18, 1985, in Bismarck, ND, Michael's charismatic personality and humorous spirit were evident from a young age. His infectious laughter and boundless energy turned ordinary moments into unforgettable memories. As a chef, he combined his love for cooking...
Tammy Stoltz
Jan 31, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Tammy Marie Stoltz of Bismarck, North Dakota on January 31st, 2025.
A funeral will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Parkway, Bismarck, ND.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00PM, Friday, February 7, 2025 at Parkway Funeral Service.
Burial will be held at Sunset Memorial...
David Bruce
Jan 31, 2025
David Allen Bruce, 51, of Valley City, ND, passed away on January 31, 2025, under the care of hospice in Mandan, ND.
David was born March 29, 1973, in Fargo, ND to Shirley (Ziemba) Bruce. He attended school in West Fargo, ND and graduated high school in Rugby, ND in 1996.
David worked at various jobs including commercial and residential janitorial; construction;...
Sybil J. Wezelman
Jan 30, 2025
Sybil J. Wezelman slipped away from this life at her home in Touchmark on West Century in Bismarck on January 30, 2025, at the age of 97.
A private interment was held on February 2, 2025.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Parkway, Bismarck. The service will be live...
Kermith Krueger
Jan 29, 2025
Kermith Krueger, 69, of Lehr, North Dakota, passed away on January 29, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Diagnosed in the spring of 2019, Kermith faced his illness with strength and resilience, never losing his kind heart or his sense of humor.
He is survived by his loving mother, Velora; his brothers, Keven and Curt; his daughter, Missy; and his...
Garold L. Mauch
Jan 29, 2025
Garold L. Mauch 67, of Bismarck, formerly of Goodrich, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at a Bismarck hospital.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Parkway, Bismarck.
Garold was born on April 27, 1957, to Harold and Kathleen (O’Neill) Mauch. He was raised...
Douglas A.F. Schnase
Jan 28, 2025
Douglas Arthur Franklin Schnase, 81, Bismarck, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at a Mandan care center. Cremation has taken place and service will take place at a later date.
Douglas was born in Minot on July 10, 1943, the son of Henry “Hank” and Bertha (Bakken) Schnase.
In 1943 he was hospitalized with encephalitis. He was in a coma for...
Jamey Renz
Jan 27, 2025
After a courageous fight with cancer, Jamey Renz, Bismarck, passed away January 27, 2025 surrounded by her family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 1 at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Pkwy, Bismarck. Visitation will be held one hour prior.
Burial will be held at Moffit Cemetery.
Jamey Lynn Renz was born on February 9,...
John T. Roswick
Jan 27, 2025
John T. Roswick, 78, Bismarck died January 28, 2025 at Sanford Health, Bismarck.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, February 12, at Ascension Catholic Church, 1825 S 3rd St, Bismarck, ND with Rev. Mr. Dustin Johns officiating. Lunch with be provided after the service. Burial will be at North Dakota Veterans Cemetery.
John was born June 20,...
Pauline Smith
Jan 27, 2025
Pauline (Paula) Smith, 95, Bismarck, died January 27, 2025, at CHI St. Alexius after a short illness.
Paula was born February 23, 1929, on a farm east of Hettinger, to parents Sam and Helen (Eichenlaub) Rambur. Paula attended first grade in Haynes and in 1936, they moved to the family farm northeast of Hettinger, where she attended Chandler School. In 1944,...
Carole E. (Johanneson) Miller
Jan 27, 2025
Carole E. (Johanneson) Miller, 91, passed away on January 27, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on October 6, 1933 in Walhalla, ND to Ann and Helgi Johanneson.
No services will be held at this time per Carole’s wishes. There will be a private graveside service later in the spring.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. Harold Miller; daughter, Beth...
Jesse Janko
Jan 27, 2025
Jesse Janko of Kintyre passed away on January 27, 2025 at the age of 83.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, Jan. 31, 2025 at Eastgate Steele Chapel, 518 Mitchell Ave, Steele. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
Burial will be held at 3:00 PM at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan.
Jesse Janko was born...
Virgil D. Broehl
Jan 26, 2025
Virgil Dean Broehl passed away January 26, 2025. Virgil was born July 13, 1931 in Wilton, North Dakota to Edmund and Elsie Broehl. He was raised on the family farm near Regan, North Dakota. His early years were spent working on the farm, herding sheep and driving truck. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with neighbors and friends.
The majority of his...
Sheldon Loftsgard
Jan 26, 2025
Sheldon O. Loftsgard, age 93, died January 26, 2025 at his home in Bismarck, ND, with his wife by his side.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, Feb. 1, at Zion Lutheran Church, 413 E Ave D, Bismarck. Family will begin greeting guests one hour prior to the service. To view the service livestream, click this link Zion...
Jewel Hervey
Jan 25, 2025
Jewel Grudem Hervey was the best jewel in our family. She passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 from cancer. Jewel was 89 years old.
A burial service will be held at 3:00 PM, Friday, June 27, 2025 at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan.
Born in 1935, she grew up in Freda, ND on a farm. After getting married in 1960...
Francis Monson
Jan 25, 2025
Francis Monson, 92, Bismarck, passed away on January 25, 2025 at Missouri Slope Lutheran Care Center.
Graveside services will be held at 12:00 PM, Monday, Feb. 3, at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan with full military honors.
Donald Zacher
Jan 24, 2025
Donald F. Zacher, 85, of Garrison, ND and Henderson, NV, passed away on January 24, 2025, at Sanford Hospital in Bismarck, ND surrounded by family.
A visitation will be held from 2:00 - 3:00 PM, Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Pkwy, Bismarck. A prayer service will begin at 3:00 PM.
Burial will be held at 2:00 PM,...
Leona Heilman
Jan 24, 2025
Leona Heilman, 78, of Bismarck, passed away on January 24, 2025, at Sanford Hospital in Bismarck, surrounded by her loving family.
Leona (Volk) Heilman’s life was one of deep faith, resilience, and boundless love—a journey that began on a farm north of Drake, North Dakota. She was the daughter of Joe and Julia (Schnellbach) Volk, one of 17 siblings in a...
Richard "Dick" Green
Jan 23, 2025
Sadly, Richard (Dick) Vernon Green passed on Jan. 23, 2025, from natural causes at the age of 97. While he will be missed, Dick lived a long and eventful life. To say he was a character or larger than life would be an understatement.
Born June 4, 1927, Dick was the first son to Marian and Norman Green. The Greens lived...
Hilda Welk
Jan 22, 2025
Hilda Welk of Bismarck passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on January 22, 2025.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, Jan. 25, at Church of St. Anne, 1321 Braman Ave, Bismarck.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-7:00 PM, Friday, Jan. 24, at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Pkwy, Bismarck. A rosary/vigil will begin at 7:00...


