Weigel Funeral and Cremation Service

10/27/2025

Gloria Cofer

Gloria (Schaner) Cofer, 73, of New Salem, passed away on October 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, October 31, 2025, at St. Pius V Catholic Church, New Salem, ND, with Father Stephen Folorunso as Celebrant. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery in New Salem, ND.

Visitation will be held Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 5:00-6:00 pm at St. Pius Catholic Church in New Salem, with a Prayer Vigil at 6:00 pm. Visitation will continue at the church one hour prior to the service on Friday.

Gloria was born on March 22, 1952, to Leo and Frances (Messer) Schaner in Mandan, North Dakota. She married Wayne Cofer on January 3, 1970, and the couple later divorced. Gloria was in the customer service industry most of her life, helping Wayne in their family car repair business, then later working at the local grocery store, and finally in the assisted care unit of the local nursing home until she retired.

Gloria was a devoted mother of four kids, and several fur babies: Baby, P***y, Sassy, Snickers, Taz, and many more. She loved working on crafting projects, bejeweling cookie jars, sewing Christmas stockings, or making jeweled holiday arrangements, especially with angels. She always enjoyed fixing puzzles and playing games- especially pinochle and rolling dice. In the summer, Gloria loved fishing and gardening, but her favorite time of year was Halloween. For many years, with the help of her family, she would turn her house/garage into a haunted house. Over 300 people would pass through the haunted house each year while she served her famous witch’s brew.

Gloria's biggest highlight in her life was her family, and she always looked forward to spending time with them at gatherings and during the holidays. She loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren unconditionally.

Gloria will be missed by family and friends. Children, Tammy (Joe) O'Mara, Butte, MT, Tracy (Carrie) Cofer, New Salem, ND, Jason Cofer, Richfield, MN, Renae (Tim) Bleth, New Salem, ND; grandchildren, Kayla (Cedric) Hewitt, and Brianna O'Mara, and Shelby & Trayson Bleth; Great-Grandchildren, Kesler O'Mara, Kayleyanna & Tanyon Hewitt. Gloria will also be missed by her sisters, Helen (Schaner) Oster, Viola (Schaner) Beehler, Darlene (Schaner) Stein, her brother, Lloyd Schaner and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, ex-husband-Wayne Cofer, sister Rose Mary Schaner, and many fur babies.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials.

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10/23/2025

Last Wednesday, Weigel & Buehler-Larson Funeral Homes hosted a Clergy Appreciation Brunch for all of the clergy in the area. We are so fortunate to partner with the clergy to help support grieving families of those individuals in our care. Thank you to all the clergy for joining us! We are grateful to work with all of you!

10/23/2025

Gary J. Schultz

Gary J. Schultz, 70, of Mandan, passed away October 22, 2025 at Sanford Health in Bismarck following a short illness.

Gary Jerome Schultz was born on January 28, 1955 to Jim and Laura Schultz in Minot, ND. He moved to Mandan in the 1970's and worked as a DJ at the Beggar Club and filled the dance floor with the best music of the Disco era. He was recruited by Lyle Alzado to move to Denver and work as a DJ at one of Denver’s hottest nightclubs. Gary then moved to Grand Junction, CO and worked as a DJ. Gary loved living in Colorado pursuing three of his favorite things in life...music, skiing, and golf. He was a charismatic person who was a born salesman. In his career, Gary sold boats, cars, recreational vehicles, and manufactured homes. After he retired, he spent his summers working at the Bridges Golf Course in Montrose, CO. He then moved back to Mandan in 2021 with his fiancé Jessie Heck and worked at several different golf courses. Gary started golfing when he was eight years old and was passionate about the sport his entire life.

Gary is survived by his fiancé Jessie Heck; his sister Gail Hansen; brother-in-law Allan Hansen; nephew Tyler Hansen; uncle Jerry Schultz; and many cousins who were a big part of his happiest childhood memories; Jessie’s Pomeranian “Diamond”; along with many, many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, both paternal and maternal grandparents, aunts, uncles, and several cousins.

A visitation will be held at Weigel Funeral Home in Mandan on Monday, October 27 from 2:00-4:00 pm. There will be a celebration of Gary’s life next summer in Colorado at a date to be announced.

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10/23/2025

John Stoskopf

Fred Stoskopf of Mandan, North Dakota passed away on September 23, 2025. Fred was born on June 22, 1939 in Great Bend, Kansas to John (Fritz) and Keeta Elisabeth Stoskopf.

Fred was a devoted, supportive husband to Sherry Stoskopf, a loving father, respected educator, admirer of animals and a great friend to all.

Fred graduated from Kemper Military School in Booneville Missouri, went to Hays State, Kansas and received his Bachelor of Science in Education at Mayville State College, Mayville North Dakota. Fred was a high school science teacher before becoming a Superintendent at Tolley, ND and Leeds, ND.

He volunteered as a coach with the Mandan Amateur Athletic Union Track and Field Club before becoming a member of the North Dakota AAU Track and Field board, and volunteered as a Cross Country and Track Coach with the Mandan Jr High School.

Fred enjoyed visiting his daughter in San Antonio, Texas and “get togethers” with close friends. He also enjoyed his travels to Amsterdam and Kenya for visits with his grandson, and Colorado to see his son, granddaughter and celebrate his 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Fred is preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife Sherry Stoskopf and his cherished friend of sixteen years Goldie, he is survived by his daughter Patrina Marie Stoskopf, son John Frederick Stoskopf V, grandsons Jacob Frederick Stoskopf (Severson) and Ryan Patrick Stoskopf (Vashchenko), granddaughter Haven Keeta Grace Stoskopf, sisters Linda Dian Stoskopf and Martha Gail Good, dog Goldie II and grand-dogs Pearl, Taz and Hara Stoskopf.

Under the direction of the Davis Funeral Home at 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, Kansas the Committal Service was held at Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery on Oct 17, 2025 at 10 a.m. in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

You may donate to the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Research at the Mayo Clinic Department of Development 200 1st Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, Phone Number 1-800-297-1185 In Memory of Fred (John F.) Stoskopf https://philanthropy.mayoclinic.org/donateMC?_ga=2.32412606.1612239315.1530768477-1119007183.1530768477.

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10/20/2025

Ruben Marcellais

Ruben Randolph Marcellais, age 60, of Mandan, ND was called to his heavenly home on October 19, 2025. He died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family and under Sanford Hospice Care. A Memorial Mass to celebrate Ruben’s life will be held Monday, October 27th at 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Belcourt, ND with Father Samuel Medley presiding. Visitation will begin at 8:00 AM and the Rosary at 9:00 AM prior to the memorial mass. Burial will follow at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery.

Ruben was born November 18, 1964, the youngest and spoiled child of Peter F. and Viola R. (Parisien) Marcellais.

He attended Belcourt elementary school for a few years, and his mother moved the family to Bismarck in 1973. He attended Theodore Jameson and Richolt elementary schools, Wachter Middle School, and then Bismarck High School, graduating in 1983. While attending Bismarck High School, he participated in football, track and basketball. It was during his senior year that the Bismarck Tribune highlighted his basketball skills in the article, “That old Marcellais magic works again” (March 11, 1983). Ruben also attended Dickinson State College.

Ruben moved back to Belcourt for a brief time and met JoAnne Blue. They moved to Grand Forks where their son, Landon was born, joining older sister, Sheanoa. Ruben and JoAnne were married but later divorced. He then married Misty (Smith) Martinez in 2010, and his family grew to include stepchildren Tylor, Kristian “Chango” and Khylee. Ruben and Misty later divorced. In 2016, he met Shauna (Trottier) Belgarde, and was very close to her children, Atlantis, Brock and Hunter. Shauna remained his loving companion up to his death.

In 1987, Ruben joined his brother’s band--“Roland Country Band” as the bass player. It was that summer they performed at WE Fest’s Heaven in ’87. Over the years, the band became well known throughout the upper Midwest, and in 2017, they were honored at the 7th Annual Old Fashion Country Jamboree in Belcourt.

Ruben had a great sense of humor and was known for his storytelling. His laughter was contagious and lightened the lives of many. He had a generous heart, helping many friends in their time of need, and he was grateful for those friends who helped him as well.

As a very skilled carpenter, Ruben had a long career working as a journeyman carpenter and foreman. He was a member of the Carpenters Local 1091 until his retirement, due to disabilities.

Ruben is survived by his son, Landon; stepchildren Sheanoa, Tylor, Khylee, Atlantis and Hunter; granddaughters Keya, Lily, Layson, Lykin and Aislee; step-grandchildren Kristian, Kage, Kora, Avery, Paizly, Nasia and Royland; brothers Roland (Shelly DuBois) and William “BI” (Denise) of Belcourt; Peter (Jolli) and Clayton (Sandy) of Mandan; sisters Roxana (Robert Gayton) of Bismarck, Loretta of Belcourt, and Marcella of Mandan; his companion Shauna Belgarde of Mandan; his nephews and nieces, uncles, aunts, cousins, and numerous friends from Belcourt and the Bismarck/Mandan area.

He is preceded in death by his parents, paternal grandparents Peter and Angeline (Frederick) Marcellais, maternal grandparents John and Mary Rose (McGillis) Parisien, nephew Loren “Sonny” Azure, and stepsons Kristian “Chango” Martinez and Brock LaFloe.

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10/17/2025

Isabelle Schlosser

Isabelle "Izzy" Schlosser, 92, passed away at the Bismarck Baptist Health and Rehab Center on October 17, 2025, surrounded by family and staff from the Baptist Home when our Lord called her home.

Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:30 A.M. on Monday, October 27, 2025, Christ the King Catholic Church with Father Cunningham celebrating. Burial will follow in the Mandan Union Cemetery. Visitation will be an hour before mass at Christ the King Church.

Isabelle was born on June 5, 1933 to Donald and Alice (MacLean) Nicholson. She was the fourth of 5 children born to Donald and Alice. She graduated from Bismarck High School in 1950. After high school she went to work as a secretary from 1950 until 1956 for Governors Fred Aandahl and later Governor Norman Brunsdale. Isabelle married Raymond Schlosser, son of Jacob and Julia, on June 4, 1955 and they celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary two months prior to Raymond's passing. Isabelle also worked two sessions as a stenographer for the North Dakota Legislature (House of Representatives). In 1961 she went to work as a legal secretary for the law firm of Fleck, Mather & Strutz, LTD., and retired from the firm at the end of 2002, putting in 42 years of diligent, dependable service. During most of her years of service, she was a member of the Legal Secretaries Organization.

From the early 1970's until the spring of 2023, Izzy and Ray could be found every Saturday after Mass at A&B Pizza in Mandan with her sister Wanda and her husband, Bob. Both Wanda and Bob passed earlier but Izzy and Ray continued this tradition with family joining them every so often.

Isabelle also loved to bowl and was in a women's bowling league for years. She would take turns bringing one of the kids with her so we could play games while she bowled. She would do anything for her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. She attended many of their sporting activities, school functions, and could even be heard in the stands if the ref made a bad call. Izzy was also an amazing baker. She loved making and decorating cakes for everyone whether it was for a birthday, wedding, anniversary or any other special occasion. She also loved to exercise and would go to the gym with her friend and neighbor Marge and walk daily before work with her friend Gen. Isabelle had a great sense of humor, was very kind, and quick witted. She had a wonderful sense of adventure and was never afraid to try something new. She had many good friends and while in the care center she touched many of the workers there who loved her like family. She loved her wine and would have a glass every night before going to bed because it calmed her. She thought some of the workers at the nursing home were more generous with the wine than others but she was always happy to get her glass before going to bed.

Isabelle is survived by her five children: Tim of Golden Valley, AZ; Greg (Lauri) of Bismarck, ND; Doug of Boise, ID; Mike (Carol) of Selah, WA; and Mary Beth (Paul) Brucker of Bismarck, ND. She also leaves one brother, Don (Mary Ann) Nicholson of Lincoln, ND. She will also be greatly missed by her nine grandchildren: Tasha (Billy) Flikeid, Michael Schlosser, Kasey (Scott) Janz, Deandra (Corey) Bruner, Jordan (Jenny) Thilmony, Nathan (Mikaela) Schlosser, Sarah (Brian) Ouellette, Victoria (Jared) Sawle, Jacob (McKenzie) Brucker and 21 great-grandchildren.

We would like to give a special thank you to the amazing staff at Baptist Health and Rehab for the exceptional love and care they gave Izzy over the past two and half years.

We love you mom and will miss you. But we also are happy that you are no longer suffering and are with Pops (Ray), and all your family and friends who have gone before. Until we meet again.

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10/17/2025

Lorraine J. Ressler

Lorraine J. (Riedemann) Ressler, 87, of Mandan, ND passed away October 16, 2025 at Sanford Health in Bismarck.

A funeral service will be held 11:30 AM Tuesday, October 28th at Messiah Lutheran Church in Mandan. A light reception will be held immediately following the funeral service at the church. Burial will be in the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery at 2:00 PM.

Lorraine was born April 27, 1938 in rural Oliver County, ND to Albert & Esther (Uhl) Riedemann. She graduated from Bismarck High School in 1958 and then attended Mary College (UMary). She married Emanuel G. Ressler and they made their home in Mandan. Lorraine worked as a Medical Technologist at a hospital in Bismarck for many years. She enjoyed bowling and playing bingo.

She is survived by two daughters, Jodene (Mark) Miller of Mandan, & Leslie Romero Ramirez of South Jordan, UT; & one grandchild, Mason Romero Ramirez.

Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents, husband (Emanuel), & one brother (Kenneth Riedemann).

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10/15/2025

David Kelly

David Kelly, age 83, Mandan, passed away on October 14, 2025, at Prospera Assisted Living Community in Mandan, ND.

Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Weigel Funeral Home, Mandan. Visitation will begin one hour prior to service at 12:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Mandan Union Cemetery.

As written by David Kelly:

“David Kelly was born 11-25-1941 in Havre, Montana, third child of John and Mary Kelly. After residing in various towns and states, finally settling in Laurel Montana at age 5.

Started and completed school in Laurel, graduating from high school in 1959. Then enlisting in the U.S. Army, being stationed in Colorado and Washington DC before going to Germany in February 1960. There met and married Christa Obermaier, a german citizen. Married on 12-15-1961. Released from army in November 1962.

Started working for Northern Pacific Railroad in Laurel in February 1963 and worked in car repair until May 1976. Then took a promotion to management moving to Minot North Dakota and moving again to Mandan North Dakota in January 1981. Still residing in Mandan.

Took an early retirement in July 1995.

Children born to David and Christa were as follows:

William Josef Kelly – born 2-8-1963 in Bad Tolz, Germany

James John Kelly – born 6-16-1966 in Billings, Montana

Monika Theresia Kelly – born 11-25-1967 in Billings, Montana

Barbara Karen Kelly – born 4-11-1973 in Billings, Montana

Hobbies and interests have varied over the years. Hobby ranching while still living in Montana. Snowmobiling and ice fishing while living in Minot North Dakota.

Hunting, fishing, camping, and golf in all places.”

David is survived by Christa, his wife of 63 years.

His children; William (Joan), James (Niki), Monika (Dwight), and Barbara.

His grandchildren; Austin, Aaron (Taylor), Alix, Brittni (Ben), Madison, Daniel, Kiara (Tyler), Montana, and Makella.

His great grandchildren Daven, Kira, Mika, Quintyn, Rogan, Cruz, Jade, Oliver, and Elayna.

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10/15/2025

Gene Helm

It is with great sadness that the family of Gene Helm, Bismarck, formerly of Mandan, announces his passing on October 15, 2025, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 86 years old and passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

Family will greet friends on Wednesday, October 22nd from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Weigel Funeral Home in Mandan. A rosary will be said at 4:00pm and a time of sharing will start at 6:00 PM. Burial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 23rd at the North Dakota Veteran’s Cemetery with full military honors.

Gene was a devoted family man with unwavering patience and a gentle disposition. He was known for his constant support, dependable strength, and the quiet reassurance that he could always be counted on in any situation.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, and grandson-in-law. He is survived by his devoted wife, four children, three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, three son-in-laws, one daughter-in-law and one grand daughter-in-law, all of whom were the pride and joy of his life.

Family was everything to Gene. He cherished family gatherings and took great pride in the love, care, and closeness he shared with those dearest to him. He lived a full and wonderful life—one marked by kindness, laughter, and deep devotion to those he loved most. Our hearts are full of memories we will cherish forever.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

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