Dean Ekberg

Shelby Mont.

Dean Gustave Ekberg, age 76, died at home in Shelby, Montana, on November 9, 2023. He was born November 17, 1946, in Kenmare, North Dakota, the son of Gustave and Helen (Nelson) Ekberg. He was raised on the family farm in Burke County and graduated from Kenmare High School in 1964. Dean was preceded in death by his parents and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his sisters Dianne (Robert) Arnold and Susan (David) Lindvall, a niece & nephew, and many cousins.

Dianne and Susan thank the special cousins and many other people who showed kindness to Dean during his decades of mental illness.

Graveside Remembrance is planned for the summer of 2024 at Lakeview Cemetery, Kenmare, North Dakota. Memorials are suggested to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) or the donor’s choice.

Arrangements are with Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot, North Dakota (www.thompsonlarson.com).

Published by The Minot Daily News, November 22, 2023.