Service Schedule

Visitation
Visitation for Marilyn will be 11-5:00PM Monday March 16, 2020 at the Fulkerson's Memorial Chapel in Watford City, North Dakota

Service
Funeral Services will be 10:00AM Tuesday March 17, 2020 at First Lutheran Church in Watford City, North Dakota. Visitation one hour prior to the service. Pastor Rob Favorite officiating.

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Graveside Service
Burial will take place Tuesday March 17, 2020 at Clear Creek Cemetery in Keene, North Dakota.

Marilyn Rolfsrud
March 31, 1938 - March 11, 2020

Residence: Watford City, North Dakota

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Marilyn Gail Rolfsrud, age 81, died on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at her home, in Bismarck, surrounded by family. She was born on March 31, 1938 in Fargo, North Dakota to Marvin & Margaret (Boulton) Sorby and grew up in Kragnes, Minnesota with her parents, brother, Matthew & many beloved grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Marilyn graduated from Moorhead High School in Moorhead, MN in 1956. She worked as a certified nursing assistant at St John’s Hospital in Fargo, ND and also as a long distance operator for AT&T.
Marilyn married Harold Rolfsrud on May 16th, 1958 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moorhead, MN. After moving to the farm in Keene, ND she met many lifelong friends with whom she enjoyed playing cards, playing softball, fishing, camping, bowling, & square dancing. She was a member of the Clear Creek Lutheran Church and involved with Clear Creek WELCA, Crafts Club, North Dakota Cattle Women, Keene Lucky Leaf 4H Club, and was a Good Shepard Home Board member for 9 years.
Marilyn always enjoyed visiting with family and friends, playing cards, gardening, & reading books, and jigsaw puzzles. She loved sending out birthday and anniversary cards to family & friends. She also cherished spending time with all her grandchildren & great grandchildren.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Harold Rolfsrud and their five children; John (Nancy) Rolfsrud of Keene, ND; Douglas (Debbie) Rolfsrud of Watford City, ND; David (Gena) Rolfsrud of Keene, ND; Guy Rolfsrud of Watford City, ND; Kelli (Jiro) McCoy of Enterprise, AL. Nine Grandchildren: Laura McFarland of Bismarck,ND; Trish (Jason) McFarland of Bismarck, ND; Meghan (Ryne) Hendrickson of Mandan, ND; Kyle Rolfsrud of Watford City, ND; Morgan Rolfsrud of Fargo, ND; Ty (Chauncee) Rolfsrud of Keene, ND; Cole (Savannah) Rolfsrud of Keene, ND; Josh (Katelyn) Rolfsrud of Watford City, ND; Brooke Rolfsrud of Watford City, ND. Six Great Grandchildren: Brita, Tava, Cora, Stella, Wyatt, & Hallie. Brother: Matthew (Judy) Sorby of Moorhead, MN. Brother in law: Arnold (Metha) Rolfsrud of Gig Harbor, WA. Sister in law: Karen (Donald) Kirmis of Austin, TX and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her father, Marvin Sorby; mother, Margaret Sorby; sister in law, Louise Haugen; brother in law, Ken Haugen; many beloved aunts, uncles, & cousins.

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Rob & Babe Olson (Mesquite, N.V.)
Mar 13, 2020

Harold and family so sorry to hear of Marilyn passing . Thinking of all of you.

Larry and Val Nygaard (McCluky, ND)
Mar 16, 2020

Dear Rolfsrud family. We are sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing.Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike & Lisa Clayton (Pillager, MN)
Mar 16, 2020

We were so sorry to hear about Marilyn. I remember all the times I spent at the house with Doug & Dave hunting, and whatever else we could think of. She was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly.
Mike

Margaret Renbarger
Mar 16, 2020

Harold and Family, So sorry for your loss. Gods blessings to you all.

Stephanie Pape (Seattle, Washington)
Mar 16, 2020

Harold and Family - I'm so sorry to hear about Marilyn. She was an amazing lady and Godmother. She was so good to me and took her role of Godmother seriously. Over the years, she would call me and we would talk for hours at times - catching up on each others lives and families. She was so kind and loving to me. Both Harold and Marilyn made a point to always see me when I was back in ND and they made a point to visit me several times out here in WA. She never forgot a birthday or Christmas and always seem to know when to call to celebrate big events in my life. I'm going to miss her. I wish I was by your side, to simply give you a hug or your hand a squeeze, to show you I’m here for you. Know that despite the miles, I AM here for you. Prayers of comfort and strength ~

Kim Neukam (Las Vegas, NV )
Mar 17, 2020

To Marilyn”s family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Marilyn was one of a kind, and will be deeply missed. She knew the importance of family, friends, and kindness. She has been a part of my family for as long as I can remember. She never missed a birthday, special occasion, or time of need A card would arrive with that beautiful handwriting or if possible she would call or visit in person. She loved a good game of cards and a ‘“good chuckle”. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of her.
Thinking of you all with love and prayers.

Carol Doll (Bismarck, North Dakota)
Mar 18, 2020

Harold, I was so sorry to hear about Marilyn. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

George & Linda Linz (Bismarck, North Dakota )
Mar 20, 2020

Harold & Family, We were deeply saddened by the news of Marilyn's passing. We always felt so welcome when visiting your home to visit and watch sports. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family.

Eddie & Becky Mrachek & Family (Alexander , ND)
Mar 23, 2020

Our Deepest Sympathy for all the Families. Marilyn was always so nice she always took time to say hi or send a card to warm a heart. Rest In Peace

Paul and Anita Wagner (Chaska, MN)
Apr 7, 2020

We have not located physical addresses to send a belated card to, and are resorting to this in hopes that Harold and at least some of the family members get this message. We are a family who had the pleasure of knowing Marilyn. She was .... a wonderful person.... a significant person in a wonderful community....a wonderful wife and mother in a wonderful family... a wonderful friend to many. We offer our sympathies to Marilyn’s family in experiencing this loss.