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Reply from Allen Houle (’67):  Villages, FL.

That’s me and Charlene Pearson with Judy Wheeler on the left picture 1

Picture 1:
This sure looks like Alan Houle and Charlene Pearson?
Who is the gal on the left?
Houle

 

Soldier of the Year
Posting from Vickie Metcalfe (’70):  Bottineau, ND

Gary,

A neat read Dec. 21, 2016  BBC about Zachriah Fike ,a Purple Heart recipient;- he’d seen good things and bad things, and needed a way of dealing with the stress

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/resources/idt-5c1940d8-5f8f-4fd4-ac12-e216184a9a72

Quotes from the article;”So it was as part of the US 180th Infantry Regiment that Corrado returned to Italy – marching right past the road that led to his grandparents’ farm – only to be killed weeks later in a battle at Fremifontaine, in north-eastern France.’

‘Recently Fike returned one that had been stolen from a veteran’s sock drawer. It turned out the man had been General George Patton’s driver. “We got to sit down at his kitchen table and for two hours he told us the whole story of how he was wounded,” says Fike. “When he finished I turned to look at his daughter, and she was in tears. She looked at me and said: ‘This the first time he’s ever talked about any of that. It’s the first time I have ever heard the story.

‘This year Fike was named Soldier of the Year by the Military Times, but not everyone regards him as a hero – to medal collectors he is a menace. Purple Hearts are valuable collector’s items, and Fike has been campaigning to stop them from being bought and sold.’

Wow!! Go figure, many stories within a story

Later, Vickie

The real heroes “We are American”
Narrator: Ronald Reagan

I received this short video from my cousin that I feel is worth sharing.

http://www.youtube.com/embed/rKsW6c_CgFY?feat ure=player_   de tailpage

 

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Posted on August 28, 2009

Reply from Audrey Hanson Aitchison: Bottineau, ND

Hi,

I want to thank everyone for their messages to Toni and Bev (Morinville– my first cousins) and Neola and Eileen Brudwick and to Cheryl (Larson) for the beautiful pictures of the Larsons. I printed them on photo paper and they turned out lovely. I will write some information by the pictures. My Dad, Bert Hanson and Frances (Hanson) Morinville were brother and sister.

Folks, I have now added Audrey to our distribution list. Audrey and her sister Jean Pladson are my first cousins too, on their mothers side. Dad and their mother Olga were brother and sister. Audrey’s daughter Amie is the gal that designed and maintains the Dunseith WEB site. http://dunseithnd.com/

Reply from Cheryl Larson Dakin (71): BEDFORD, TX

Hi Gary

If I’m not mistaken, Patrina is buried up at Nordland cemetary along with my great-grandfather Martin Larson and Nikolena, Norbert, Aunt Mabel, my grandpa Mensvil and my grandmother Alma Marie Anderson Larson, and several others. It’s a very picturesque and serene little clearing. There used to be a church there as well but it was moved off the property years ago..

Cheryl Larson Dakin

Reply Marge Longie Langan Wilcox (56): Vancouver, WA.

Gary,

yes connie wold was Louie Longie’s wife Carol Moe Longie’s niece

i just saw them this last week end.

marge

Marge, I have posted Connie Moe Wold’s obituary at the bottom of this message. When I talked to Phyllis McKay yesterday, she told me about Connie being killed on her bike when that Semi ran into her. Phyllis had forgotten her name, but knew it was Orrin Moe’s Daughter and Louie/Carol (Moe) Longie’s niece. Orrin was with the Dunseith HS class of 61. Before mentioning Orrin’s name I wanted to make sure I had located the right accident victim with yesterday’s posting. Gary

Moe Orrin 802 24th Ave SW Watford City, ND 58854 (701) 842-6431 No email address 61
Longie Louis 202 N Dixon St Tioga, ND 58852 (701) 664-2090 No email address 58

LeRoy Birkland’s obituary posted by Neola Kofoid Garbe: Minot & Bottineau, ND.

LeRoy Birkland

March 7, 1931-Aug. 20, 2009

BOTTINEAU LeRoy Henry Birkland, 78, Bottineau died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, in a Bottineau nursing home.

He was born March 7, 1931, to Henry and Josephine Birkland in Dunseith. He entered the Marine Corps in 1951 and served until his discharge in 1953. He married Delores Hiatt, and she died in 1982. He married Alice Jayne Dec. 12, 1995, in Seattle.

Survivors: wife; stepsons, Terry Hiatt, Randy Hiatt, Dan Jayne, Terry Jayne and Tim Jayne, all Seattle; brothers, Norman, Seattle, James, Dunseith; sister, Emily Boucher, LaGrande, Ore.

Funeral: Friday, 10 a.m., in Nero Funeral Home, Bottineau.

Burial: Little Prairie Cemtery, near Dunseith.

Visitation: Today, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., in the funeral home.

Posted on the Dunseith Alumni WEB site

From: Brent Armentrout
E-mail:
Message:
CLASS OF 84

Brent, Thank you so much for posting your contact info. I have added you to our Distribution list. I have you listed as living in Phoenix, AZ Gary

Reply from Sybil Johnson:Cheyenne, WY.

Gary,
You are very welcome. I enjoy reading each email and learn more and more about Dunseith. I’ve been away from there for many years; especially since my divorce from Augie (Dickie’s counsin). May you have a quiet and peaceful evening. Sybil

Reply/Picture from Dick Johnson (68): Dunseith, ND.

Gary and Friends,

Sharon Zorn Gerdes wrote about the Westerman sisters who stayed at the
Lutheran Mission north of Dunseith. In one of the pictures of my uncle
and aunt’s wedding, I think one of the sisters was also included. This
was the wedding of Cliff Johnson and Joy (Babe) Nordquist in April 1960,
in the old white Dunseith Lutheran Church. Best man was Don Johnson,
matron of honor was Bernice Johnson, bridesmaid was Sharlotte Nordquist,
groomsman was Harlan Nordquist, and I was the ring bearer. The picture
of my grandmother, Cynthia Johnson and her sister Vera, was taken in the
basement at the reception. To the right of them is, I believe, Bertha or
Phylomena Westerman. Sharon, can you identify which one, if either? I’m
quite sure it’s one of them. Thanks Gary!

Dick

Message/Picture from Sharron Gottbreht Shen (59): Everett, WA.

Good morning Gary,

I’ve just returned from a busy visit home to Dunseith and have many experiences to relate. It was my first visit to Dale’s since the fire. Although the fire was a nightmare [literally] the restoration was a huge success. I commend George and Rose, Sandy and Rick, and all those who had a hand in making all things new. I had been told about the old photos enlarged and well framed. They are great and really give a concrete link with past and present Dunseith and it’s citizens. I need help identifying the gentleman seated with Dale Gottbreht at the Woodford Bar, December 1950. The face is vaguely familiar and I thought it might have been Virgil Vanorney. George and Lola both corrected me about this. Perhaps one of the bloggers might know.

Dunseith, where the women are strong, the men all handsome and the children above average! Sharron

Kelly & Charlene Pearson Wood’s pictures:

Folks, The following are replies to the pictures that Kelly Wood’s posted with yesterday’s blog. We have identied all those in Pictures 1 & 4. We still need some help with the others. I will repost pictures 2, 3 & 5 as folks are identified. I will post the remaining 5 pictures (6-10) tomorrow. Gary

Reply from Jean Nicholas Miller (66): GLENDALE, AZ

Gary,
As far as the pictures: #1 that is Allen Houle, Charlene Pearson, and Judy Wheeler on the left. I’m pretty sure this is 1964 or 65. Picture 2 is Patty Metcalfe and Charlene P., Jay and I don’t know who the other guy is- 65? Picture 3 is Patty M., Charlene, Jay, the other guy? Not sure which year. Picture 4 is L.D. Hiatt, Me, and Dwite Coleman. Charlene was his date. This was 1966.Man, I sure wish I still looked like that!!! Oh well. Look forward to the other pictures Kelly sent. I’m sure Kelly doesn’t remember me but Charlene and I were best friends then. We still communicate.
Jean Nicholas Miller (66)

Reply from Paula Fassett (71): North Branch, MN

I’m still smiling after seeing the photos Kelly Woods sent!!! Thanks, Kelly – your Mom will LOVE them!!! In Picture #1 – the gal on the left, I believe, is Judy Wheeler. I’m not sure of some of the others, but in Picture #4 – the guy on the right is Dwight Coleman…….back when he was cool!!!

Paula Fassett

Reply from Aggie Cassavant (69):Fort Mill, SC

Hi Gary, Welcome Back!!!! I think the gal in the first picture of Alan Houle and Charlene Pearson is Jimmy Wheelers sister but I can’t remember her name…I think her name is Sharon. The last picture….the guy standing behind Jay V. looks like an Abrahamson…I don’t even know if I spelled that right…Wow if that is Lola I don’t remember her looking that much like Margaret. Who’s that “pretty boy” Sal Mineo looking guy at Jay and Lolas table. I can’t beleive he didn’t have a date for the prom….I think the guy in the background at the table is Gene Anderson… Hope you all have blest day! Aggie

Hey Gary it’s me again,the guy in the 4th picture on the right has got to be a Coleman kid…what you think???? Aggie

Reply from Neola Kofoid Garbe: Minot & Bottineau, ND.

Hi Gary,

In the picture of L.D. Hiatt, a girl, an unknown fellow. To me, the fellow resembles a Coleman.

In one of the pictures, there is a guy who resembles Kenny Kofoid. I’m going to send the picture to him, and ask if he is the fellow in the picture. I’ll let you know what I find out.

Neola

Gary,

Here’s the reply from Jonnie Kofoid, Kenny’s wife.

Neola, The guy in the blue sport coat in picture 4 is Dwight Coleman. And yes, the guy in picture 5 is Ken but I’ll
have to have him look to see if he remembers the others. Jonnie

Picture 1: DHS Class of 67 folks
L to R: Judy Wheeler, Charlene Pearson & Allen Houle

Picture 2:
L to R: ??, Charlene Pearson, Jay Vanorney, Patti Metcalfe, ??

Picture 3:

Back: ??, ??

Front: Jay Vanorey, Patti Metcalfe, ??

Picture 4:
Lawrence (LD) Hiatt (64 Bottineau), Jean Nicholas (66) & Dwight Coleman

Picture 5:
Jay Vanorey (66), Ken Kofoid (Bottineau), Charlene Pearson (67), ???, ???

Connie Jean Wold
46
2/16/1963
Williston, North Dakota
8/25/2009
Watford City, North Dakota
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Connie Wold, 46, of Watford City, ND, died Tuesday afternoon, August 25, 2009 as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident that occurred south of Watford City, ND.

Connie Jean Wold was born to Orrin and Joyce (Crimmins) Moe on February 16, 1963 in Williston, ND. Connie was raised in Watford City along with her younger brother Terry. Connie attended school in Watford City from Kindergarten until she graduated from high school in 1981.

In high school Connie was on the track team and the girls’ basketball team. She was also a cheerleader and on the student council. Connie continued to be a cheerleader when she attended the University of North Dakota. She was a member of the Delta Gamma sorority. Connie graduated with a degree in recreational management from UND in 1985.

After college Connie worked for the Body Firm in Williston, ND. Connie had a lifelong love of helping others through physical activity. Later she worked in the swing bed unit at Mercy Hospital in Williston, ND doing physical therapy.

On July 19, 1986 Connie married the love of her life, Cordell Wold, and they made their home in Watford City. Through their 23 years of marriage they enjoyed traveling together, working together and loving and raising their daughter Molly and loving each other.

While Cordell worked in the oil field, Connie began her own business, Aerobics Plus. The first classes were held in the basement of the Professional Building in Watford City. Connie had the dream of a wellness center that would serve the entire community. The Healthy Hearts Wellness Center opened in 1995 and Connie served as the manager for 12 years. Connie not only brought the Wellness Center to Watford City; she also introduced lattes and specialty coffees sold at the Wellness Center.

Connie and Cordell were always open to challenges and they took over the McKenzie Bay Marina for six years in the 1990s as owners and managers. This was along with Cordell’s work in the oilfield and Connie’s work at the Wellness Center.

As important as work was for Connie, her family always came first, especially their daughter Molly, who was born in 1990. Molly was the pride and joy of Connie. Connie was never too busy to be at one of Molly’s skating programs, basketball games, track meets, volleyball matches or gymnastics performances. Their dog, China always held a soft spot in Connie’s heart.

Connie bought Front Porch Floral and for awhile juggled both, running the Wellness Center and the floral shop before she concentrated on her floral business. Connie loved the floral shop and serving her customers in happy and sad times.

Connie retained her love of sports and fitness. She ran many marathons. She loved the Iron Man Triathlon and fulfilled her goal of completing two Iron Mans and working at the Hawaiian Iron Man. She was currently training for her third Iron Man at the time of her death.

Connie was active in her community. She was a member of First Lutheran Church and served on the church council. She was a member of the Watford City Chamber of Commerce and also served on the board of directors for the Watford City Municipal Golf Course. She served on the board of directors for the Watford City Skating Club. Connie was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority in Watford City. She was a member of the North Dakota State Floral Association and had just been approached to serve on their board. Connie supported the Vocational Education program at Watford City High School hiring a student each year, including her daughter, Molly, in 2008. Connie could be counted on to support any and all community events.

Connie loved all aspects of life. She found joy in her work. She loved to laugh and play pranks, especially on her Dad on April Fool’s Day. She loved decorating her home or the homes of her friends. Connie loved all holidays but especially Christmas when she decorated not only her home and shop, but found time to help friends decorate as well. She loved the lake – camping, skiing, all water sports, but not fishing. She loved encouraging her friends in their running. She loved a good glass of wine and being with friends and family. And she loved her bike, riding it in her exercise room in the winter and around the area roads in the spring, summer and fall. Connie loved all music, singing along to the radio, whistling while she worked, and traveling to the next great music concert.

Connie and Cordell had recently purchased their dream get away in Mesa, AZ. Typical of them, they bought a fixer upper with a golf course for Cordell and a swimming pool and biking trails for Connie. Connie had just finished decorating their Arizona home.

Connie arrived in heaven while training for her 3rd Iron Man on August 25, 2009.

She is survived by her husband, Cordell; her daughter, Molly; her parents, Orrin and Joyce Moe; and a brother, Terry, his fiancé Angie, and their daughter, Hayley Moe. She is also survived by Cordell’s brothers and their families, Clint, Ann, Jarret, Jettie, and Jamal; Kirk, Tanner; Kris, Sheri, Michel, Brandon, Kaylene and Heather; Kevin and Susan. She is also survived by her Godfather, Raymond Iverson and her Godson, Zach Frick. She is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Frank and Vernice Crimmins and Ida Moe and Carl Moe, and one Uncle Frank Dean Crimmins, and her Godmother DeAnn Iverson. She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law Ralph and Gloria Wold.

Connie had a huge heart with room to love all her family, her friends and all of life. Her life here brightened our lives and her joy of life will help us carry on without her.