Russell Hoiland, 84, rural Magnolia, died Thursday, Aug. 30, 2001, at Sioux Valley Hospital in Sioux Falls, S.D.
Services were Tuesday, Sept. 4, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Luverne. The Rev. Paul Fries officiated. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Russell Hoiland was born to Ole and Anna (Anderson) Hoiland on Oct. 18, 1916, in Magnolia Township. He attended rural school in Magnolia Township. He farmed with his family until Feb. 13, 1942, when he served his nation in Europe during World War II. After his honorable discharge on Dec. 9, 1945, he returned and farmed on the family farm until his death.
Mr. Hoiland was a lifetime and charter member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Luverne. He served as Sunday School superintendent and also served as a trustee. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards, pool and especially farming.
Survivors include many nieces and nephews.
Mr. Hoiland was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, Steiner, Selmer, Selmer G., Obert, Erling and Walter, and four sisters, Tilda, Gena, Esther and Martha.
Dingmann Funeral Home, Luverne, was in charge of arrangements.