Magdalene Evanson

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Magdalene Catherine Evanson, 79, of Northwood, ND, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at St. Catherine’s South in Fargo. Born on May 28, 1944, in Devils Lake, ND, Magdalene was the beloved daughter of John Hagar and Magdalena Miltenberger.

She graduated from Devils Lake Central High School in 1962. She moved to Fargo, staying until 1969 when she moved to Grand Forks where she met her husband Ritchie. She worked at Britton Transport while in Grand Forks, ND as a bookkeeper for several years. She moved to Northwood in 1978 where they made their home. Magdalene’s industrious spirit led her to work diligently as a caregiver and Certified Nursing Assistant in the nursing industry at Northwood Nursing Home and Tri County Nursing Home. Despite not obtaining a formal degree, she garnered significant experience in the field and was well-respected among her colleagues and patients.

A devoted mother, Magdalene cherished accompanying her children to all of their sporting events, demonstrating her unwavering love and support for her family. Her green thumb was evident in the vibrant garden she maintained, the pride of her home where she spent countless hours nurturing her flowers and meticulously caring for her garden.

Through her dedicated work as a caregiver and moments shared with loved ones, Magdalene touched the lives of many with her kindness and compassion.

She is survived by her children; Dawn (Chad) Chaffee, Ross (DeeAnn) Evanson, Shawn Evanson, Kenneth Evanson, Stephen (Amy) Evanson; grandchildren, Derek, Riley, Kellen, Wyatt, Jack, Logan, Cole, Jacob; brothers, Ken (Judy) Hager, Ray (Rosie) Hager.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Magdalena; husband, Ritchie; siblings, Betty, Mike, Agatha, Jack, Bernece, Irene and Cecilia.

Memorial Service: 11:00 A.M. Friday, June 7, 2024 at Boulger Funeral Home & Celebration of Life Center, Fargo with visitation starting at 10:00 A.M.

Interment: Washington Cemetery, Northwood, ND.