Buehler-Larson Funeral and Cremation Service

09/09/2025

Doris Mae Johnson

Doris Mae Johnson, 95, of Mandan, ND passed away September 7th, 2025 at the Edgewood Lakewood care center.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:00 AM Saturday, Sept. 13th at the Church of St. Joseph in Mandan.

Burial will follow in the Mandan Union Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday with a 7:00 PM prayer service at Buehler-Larson Funeral Home in Mandan.

Further arrangements are pending.

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09/07/2025

Today, we celebrate the love, wisdom, and joy that grandparents bring to our lives. We also hold close those who are missing their grandparents or grieving their loss. Whether through cherished memories or their lasting impact, grandparents remain a source of strength and inspiration. Happy Grandparents’ Day to all!

09/02/2025

We are proud to announce that our Office Manager, Jessie Hilfer, has been nominated for the Unsung Hero Award with the Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC! The Unsung Hero Award recognizes an individual employee of a Chamber EDC member business who consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication to customer service through their warm welcome, willingness to go above and beyond, and exemplary assistance to the community.

We are so happy to see Jessie honored for her hard work and dedication to Weigel & Buehler-Larson Funeral Homes for the last 18 years. Jessie is a light to her community, offering families a friendly, compassionate presence during difficult times.

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09/02/2025

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09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers everywhere.

08/30/2025

Today, on National Grief Awareness Day, we take a moment to acknowledge the many forms of grief and the strength it takes to navigate loss. Grief is not a journey anyone should face alone. We are here to walk the path with you

08/26/2025

Georgene Schiwal

Georgene “Genie” Schiwal, age 76, of Bismarck, passed away on August 25, 2025, at CHI St. Alexius with her family by her side.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, September 5, 2025, at Buehler-Larson Funeral Home, Mandan. Burial will take place at 2 PM at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery. Cremation has taken place and the family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Friday.

Georgene was born November 11, 1948, in Dickinson to George and Jean (Wiseman) Ulmer. Genie graduated with honors as Salutatorian from Mott Lincoln High School in 1966 and attended Dickinson State College for Elementary Education. On August 2, 1969, she married Mike Schiwal in Mott. Through the years, they lived in Mott, Alameda, CA; Watertown, SD; Wahpeton, ND; and finally, to Bismarck, in 1994. She worked at Hanson’s Clothing, Playhouse Theatre, a daycare, and as a secretary in student services at Simle Middle School. Genie also took evening classes and completed the adult education accounting courses.

Genie was a skilled seamstress, cook, and baker. Her pies and chocolate fudge were in very high demand. She loved all children and dogs. Genie always thought about everyone else before herself. She was very creative and talented at macrame, ceramics, and she loved gardening vegetables and flowers. Genie enjoyed watching the Minnesota professional sports teams as well as NDSU and UND sports with her family.

Blessed to have shared in her life is her husband of 56 years, Mike Schiwal, Bismarck; son and daughter-in-law, Jeremy and Crystal Schiwal, Bismarck; siblings, Deanna Berg, Columbus, OH, Sharin Kelsch, Mott, ND, and Mike (Lynda) Ulmer, Mandan; and in-laws, John Derrek, Judy Schiwal, Linda (Rich) Lindemann, Dave Schiwal, Donny Schiwal, Becky (Dean) Lutz, Berny (Brian) Kilzer, and Michelle (Dion) Ottmar.

Genie was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Christopher “Kit” Ulmer; nephew, Darin Meier; in-laws, Ray Schiwal and Rosalee Geray; brothers-in-law, Dennis Meier, Rex Kelsch, and Hank Geray; and beloved dogs, Dusty, Bisket, Misty, Sandy, Bo, Mac, and Kel.

Memorials are preferred to CHI St. Alexius, Sanford Cancer Center, Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue, or Furry Friends Rockin’ Rescue.

The family wishes to thank the staff, surgeons, nurses, and aides on CHI St. Alexius surgery and telemetry and Sanford Cancer Center Oncology.

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08/20/2025

Dorlene Kaelberer

Dorlene Christina Kaelberer, 98, of New Salem, North Dakota, passed away at her home on 18 August 2025. She was born on the family farm on 3 April 1927 to Edward and Frieda Albrecht.

Dorlene was a beautiful woman who will be greatly missed. She navigated a world of immense change over the last 98 years. After growing up (and working) on a farm during the Depression, she overcame a serious illness and graduated from New Salem High School during World War II. She then spent several years working at the Quain and Ramsted Clinic in Bismarck before marrying Raymond Kaelberer on 3 September 1947. She moved to their farm south of New Salem and was a farm wife for the next 46 years and mother to four children. Dorlene was a long-time member of Bethel Church, singing in the choir and serving in all areas of church life. Beyond all the daily duties of a farm wife, her hobbies included crocheting, reading, playing cards, music, and completing thousands of crossword puzzles. One of her claims to fame is her homemade buns, of which it is estimated she made tens of thousands over the years. Up until her final days, she still regularly video conferenced with her children living in Minnesota, Maryland, California, and Florida.

She is survived by her son Ronald Kaelberer and wife Jaya, daughter Vicki Nagel, son Kevin Kaelberer and wife BJ Vinson, son Monte Kaelberer and wife Debra, and grandchildren Julie Kaelberer, Maya Kaelberer, Michele West, Douglas Nagel, Derek Kaelberer, and Devon Kaelberer.

Dorlene was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Frieda Albrecht, husband Raymond Kaelberer, sister Dorothy Neas, grandson Kori Kaelberer, and great-grandson Alex West.

A celebration of Dorlene’s life will be held in the Chapel at Elm Crest Manor in New Salem, North Dakota, at 2:30 pm on 23 August 2025. The family will receive friends from 1:30 pm until the time of the service. Memorials received will be donated to Elm Crest Manor.

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08/19/2025

Richard Renner

Richard Renner, 80, of Mandan, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on August 18, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, August 22, at Buehler-Larson Funeral Home in Mandan with Rev. Adam Barden presiding. Burial will follow at Mandan Union Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Thursday, August 21, at Buehler-Larson Funeral Home and will continue one hour prior to the funeral on Friday.

Richard was born March 25, 1945, in Mandan, the first of three beloved children to Valentine and Bertha Renner. He spent his early childhood on the family farm south of Mandan, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for hands-on work. He attended Custer Country School #2 through eighth grade and graduated from Mandan High School in 1964. From a young age, Richard showed a keen mechanical mind, often taking apart and rebuilding anything with moving parts. He had an uncanny ability to bring life back to aging machines, a passion that only grew stronger with time.

On May 31, 1969, Richard married Julie Nelson. Together, they raised four children and built a life centered around family, hard work, and community. Though they later divorced, their shared commitment to their children remained unwavering.

While Richard spent many years operating a dairy farm, it was his true passion for welding and machining that defined much of his life. His shop was a constant hive of activity filled with projects like rebuilding tractors, dump trucks, wreckers, dozers, and semis. He loved the challenge of creating and repairing, turning metal and machinery into something useful, lasting, and often extraordinary.

In 2004, Richard began splitting his time between his home in Arizona and the farm in Mandan. He spent winters in Sun City West, enjoying the sunshine and warmth, but bored with the slower pace of life. To occupy his time, he frequented the community machine shop and eventually turned his garage into a miniature version. When he returned home for the summer, he cherished time with family, especially around the Fourth of July. Richard loved nothing more than sitting back with a cold drink and a full plate, chatting with friends and family, sharing stories, and watching the fireworks light up the North Dakota sky.

Known for his generous spirit, quick wit, and talent for storytelling, Richard touched many lives. He was a trusted friend, a proud father, and a man whose hands told the story of a lifetime of labor, creativity, and dedication. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Richard is survived by his 3 daughters, Nicole (Dean) Beehler, Mandan, Stacey (Terry) Renner, Napoleon, and Danielle (David) Banning, Peoria, AZ; his grandchildren, Lee (Nicole) Renner, Demi Beehler, Tyler (Anna), Tatum, Tristan, and Tess Gross, and Sydney Renner, Spencer, Scarlett, and Jack Banning; his great-grandchildren, Brielle and Brody Gross, and Everly and Myles Renner; and his siblings, Mary Ann Preble and Val (Mary) Renner.

Richard was preceded in death by his sons, Jacob and Eric Renner.

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08/18/2025

George Fuller

George Fuller, 81, of Bismarck, formerly of Mandan, passed away on August 14, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Buehler-Larson Funeral Home in Mandan. A private family burial will take place at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery.

George was born March 3, 1944, in Walhalla, ND, to Melvin and Roseann (Duciaume) Fuller. He graduated from Grafton High School in 1962. In March of 1965, George enlisted in the U.S. Navy in Fargo, ND. George proudly served his country and was honorably discharged in Norfolk, Virginia, in 1967. He went on to attend ND State College of Science in Wahpeton, graduating in May 1969, with an electrical technician degree.

On July 5, 1968, George married the love of his life, Judy, in Sisseton, SD. Together, they built a life filled with hard work, travel, and family. George spent more than 30 years working as a union electrician, taking jobs across North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Wisconsin, Texas, Idaho, Washington, Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado. After retirement, he and Judy enjoyed years of traveling the country in their 5th wheel.

George was a proud 45-year member of the IBEW Local 714 Retiree Club and was a member of the AMVETS. He enjoyed simple pleasures—especially fishing, hunting, and spending time with family.

George is survived by his daughter, Tracy (Greg) Ressler of Sheridan, WY; daughter-in-law, Amanda Fuller of Bismarck; four grandchildren, Abbie Ressler (fiancé, Tristen Stemen), Harrison Fuller, Mason (Taya) Fuller, and Devon Ressler; sisters-in-law, Lenny Fuller and Regina Freije; and several nieces and nephews.

George was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 52 years, Judy; his son, Clint Fuller; and siblings, Kevin (Pat) Fuller and Ronald Fuller.

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08/11/2025

Everyone experiences loss in their life. You are not alone. We want to provide a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for you to connect and share with others who are experiencing similar thoughts and feelings. Our goal is that this be a time of fellowship, support and encouragement. I am looking forward to seeing you!
The 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month (excluding national holidays) - 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

August 14 & 28
September 11 & 25
October 9 & 23
November 13 (none on Thanksgiving)
December 11 (none on Christmas)

Buehler-Larson Funeral and Cremation Service
1701 Sunset Drive, Mandan, ND 58554

08/04/2025

*WELCOME SHAWNA* Weigel & Buehler-Larson Funeral Homes are happy to announce that Shawna Helbling has joined our staff as office manager. A lifelong Mandan resident, Shawna previously worked at the Church of St. Joseph for 13 years and is a familiar face to many families we serve. Shawna has a passion for caring for families, a friendly and welcoming demeanor, and is knowledgeable about the Catholic faith and rituals. She enjoys serving others and is compassionate to those who are grieving. Shawna will partner in our office with Jessie Hilfer, who has worked for the funeral homes for 18 years.
Shawna's biography: Shawna was born and raised in Mandan, the daughter of Jody and Laurie Leingang, and is a 2002 graduate of Mandan High School. She worked at the Church of St. Joseph for over a decade before taking this role as Office Manager for Weigel and Buehler-Larson Funeral Homes. While working at the Church of St. Joseph, her true passion was working for the youth of the community. She spent a lot of time taking teenagers to trips around the country. In addition to working with the youth, her love grew to serve others and show compassion for those who were going through their joys and their sorrows. She also helped with wedding planning and funeral planning for the parish.
Shawna comes from a 3-generation military family. Her grandfather, father, and brother all served in the North Dakota National Guard, with her dad serving first in the United States Navy. She is proud to be apart of a family with such a strong military background. Working with military families will be a great joy for her.
Shawna was drawn to this role to continue to serve families from the Mandan community and surrounding areas. Through her time working at the parish, she created a lot of meaningful and lasting relationships. She is dedicated to helping families continue to celebrate the lives of their loved ones with compassion and attention to detail.
Shawna is married to her high school sweetheart, Chris, and they have three children, Sarah, Eli, and Isaac. In her spare time, she enjoys continuing to volunteer at the Church of St. Joseph and St. Joseph Schools, cooking, crafting, and playing board games with her family and friends.