George L. Stensland died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 16, 2016.
He was born August 8, 1958 in Anaconda, MT. He was adopted by George and Joann Stensland at the age of 8 months old.
He was raised on the family farm and graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1977. After attending college in Billings and Williston, George returned home to help run the family farm. In 1980 he married Cindy Vinger. They raised 3 sons, Joshua, Katlin and Randy.
George loved farming, he made it his life passion. In his sparetime he enjoyed fishing, golfing and his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Cindy of 36 years; 3 sons Josh (Betsy), Katlin (Jamie) and Randy (Allison); 3 beautiful grandsons Lein, Lewis and Brayker.
Karel and Ernie Schutt says
Cindy and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God’s comfort be with you. We are so very sorry for your loss.
scott taylor says
Cindy and family. Gail and I are so, so sorry to hear about George.. Our heartfelt prayers and love go out to you all.. Scott and Gail Taylor
Lucy Redekopp says
My prayers goes out to the family . So sorry for your loss. George will be dearly missed. My God put his arms around you all to help carry you through this time.
Doug and Milly Eggebrecht says
Cindy and Family. We are so saddened to hear of George’s Passing! He was an awesome guy loved by all who knew Him! He will be dearly missed and never Forgotten!
Hugs and Prayers go out to you all!
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Doug and Milly
Kadee Ryan says
Aaden and I send lots of thoughts and prayers your way! Lars was a wonderful man and will leave a lasting impression on anyone who knows him. May he forever fly high with the angels and may comfort surround you Cindy, Josh, Katlin, Randy and families now and forever.
Jeannie Archdale says
I have no words. I am just so very sad and sorry, you will all be in my prayers in the hard times ahead.
DOUGLAS WOLLAN says
So sorry to hear of your loss Cindy. Your boys must have had a wonderful role model of a gentle man when growing up. I only wish we could have spent more time with all of you. May he rest in peace.
Verda Huber says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Joann, Cindy, Josh, Catlin and Randy. May you find comfort in ALL the memories you must have! George will be greatly missed.
Robert & Verda Huber
VERNIE says
God bless you and the boys, it is a hard but blessed thing you do.
Wade and Sue Krohmer says
Cindy and Family, we want you to know that you are in our thoughts a prayers. George was a great friend and super father and husband. He will be missed by everyone that were lucky enough to know him
Judy and Marvin Ferdina says
Cindy and boys,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We were so happy we got to visit with you last summer when we were in Wolf Point. Marvin and Lars had great respect for each others’ farming methods and techniques; they had great talks together.
As you share, talk, and remember, may you truly find that the one you loves so much is still living in your hearts.
Judy and Marvin Ferdina
Laurie Suppes says
Cindy & Family, I am so sorry for your loss – George was a wonderful man. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Remember – “Though gone from our Sight, Loved Ones are never gone from our Hearts.”. GOD Bless – Laurie & Tri Suppes
Bonnie Reddig says
Dear family, we were fortunate to know Lars….we will never forget his friendship and charm. He was an inclusive person, welcoming and teasing all. Love and prayers for you now and during the upcoming grieving. May Jesus give you comfort and peace. Bonnie & Marlin
Bev & Warren Evans says
Cindy and boys
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lars will be so missed by the whole community.
Bill & Irene Rathert & Families says
Cindy and Family, so sorry and thinking about you and your families. Love and prayers.
Bill, Irene Rathert and families
Ginny Ulrickson Lee says
Joann, Cindy and boys, I was so sorry to hear about George’s passing. He was such a nice guy and will be missed by family and friends. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Lonnie & Gayle Malwitz says
We are so very sorry for the loss of the love of your life, Cindy, and the stronghold of your family. I never seemed to get a chance to visit with him, but Lonnie would always tell me what a great & humorous man he was. He had great respect for him and we had always intended to drop by your farm in our camper & be your neighbor for a few days. Oh, how we wish we had taken the time now. Our prayers are with you, Josh, Randy, Katlin, your daughter-in-law’s & your grandchildren. We pray that your memories will embrace & comfort you in the days to come. May you find God’s peace that passes all understanding during this tough, tough time.
Shannon&Debbie Vine says
Cindy and family,
Our hearts are breaking for you.
God bless you, praying for you.
Shannon and Debbie Vine
Brenda says
Cindy and Family,
I am praying for you all! My heart goes out with you. I can’t express how I am so sorry for your Loss. Love you
Brenda
Randy and Lynn Juell says
Cindy and family,
So sorry for your loss. Randy and I are praying for you and your family in this difficult time.
Tasha Hopson Stiner says
Oh Cindy and family I’m so sorry for your loss. He was a good man. I am praying for your strength to get through this tragic time.
Nadine Adams says
May God bless you all in this difficult time, prayers for you all.
Shari Ekwortzel says
So sorry Cindy and family….you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. ???
Patsy Loendorf Novack says
Cindy & family, I was saddened to hear about George. I’m glad I had the pleasure of knowing & going to school with him. A great guy! My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Dave and Bonnie says
Cindy and family,
We are sorry for your loss. We send you our thoughts and prayers.
Janell (Taylor) Bond says
Cindy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. When I think of George, I think of his kindness and friendly smile. Always a gentleman. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences.
Joe Leggett says
I am very sorry for your loss, the communities loss. Prayers for your family.
Doreen says
So sorry Cindy and family my prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. I love you my friend and sister in Christ?
Ann Baker says
Cindy, Josh, Katlin, and Randy,
So sorry to hear about George’s passing. He is leaving behind a great crew! Will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other.
Chandra Young says
Cindy, I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss. May God be with you at this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eldon an Brenda pirras says
Cindy an family so sorry hear about your loss may god be with you an all your family Brenda an Eldon porras
Roy and Kathy Toavs says
Words cannot express our sorrow for you and your family Cindy. George was an amazing man. God be with you all at this difficult time, God be with you. Love and prayers,
Roy and Kathy
Angie Fromdahl Schmidt says
Cindy and family,
I was so saddened to hear about George. He was always a very kind person. I’m praying for your peace and comfort. God Bless you all!
Carol Neutgens says
Cindy and boys, Larry and I are so very sorry for your loss. May you have many happy and cherished memories of George. Know many people loved and respected him. And may God keep you in His loving care.
Kimber and John Stange (Barb' daughter) says
We are so very sorry for your loss. May God be there to guide and comfort you and your family.
“God is at their side, with God’s help they make it .”
Psalm 24:5 MGS
Ronald and Carole Haug says
Cindy, Joann and family, Carole and I were so sorry to hear about George passing, I always admired George, as he was a very proud father and good farmer. Being a farmer also I always enjoyed my visits with him, whether we were in Vegas, Az, ND or Mt. We are still in Az till Friday eve, will miss the funeral, but will be with you all in Spirit! May all your crops in heaven be good ones George!! Rest in peace. Ron and Carole Haug
Jeanette Loucks (Long) says
Cindy, I was so sorry to see this today. He was such a kind person to all. When I saw him I couldn’t help but smile. I pray that our Lord & Savior will be with each of you for all eternity, as it is for your beloved husband & father. You’ll always have George in your hearts.
Geoff Hagadone says
My sincere condolences to the family. It was a pleasure to be neighbors with George. He will be missed by many. Prayers to you guys in your time of loss.
Donnie & Judy Elletson says
From our family to yours, prayers and friendship go out to each of you, so sorry to hear.
Ray and Bonnie Olson says
Cindy and family, Ray and I are so sorry for the great loss you are having now. No words can ease your pain. I just want to share a couple of things with you….I have known Lars since he was young…he was always so full of life and mischief. As an adult I only really knew him through PV elevator…He was still full of life and mischief….but more than that…his family was always number one to him. He worked so hard to make a good living and he treasured you and his boys….He always treated me with respect and made me feel as though he truly cared for me. You and your family have many memories of him I am sure…share them with each other…laugh and cry over the crazy things he said and did and treasure in your hearts all the loving things he said and did. That is how he will live on in your family. All of you are in my prayers now and in the future……God bless you and give you comfort and peace.
Judy and Bill Gulman says
Our sincere sympathies and prayers of comfort.
Bill and Judy Gilman
Gary and Marilynn johnson says
Cindy and family, We were so sadden to have loss another wonderful person in our community. He was such a nice man and our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most tragic time in your lives. MAy God hold u in his loving arms.
Beckie Vinger Walters says
Dear Cindy & Family
We are so sorry for your overwhelming sudden loss. Please know we are holding you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Beckie Vinger Walters & Family
Virginia Warmbrod Teagle says
Cindy and family, I am so sorry, there are no words, just know that there are so many people who care and support you and that God alone knows the reasons for the “why”? My prayers go out to you and you are in my heart.
Enid Jensen says
To the family of George Stensland, So sorry to hear of your loss. May the love of God surround you and be of comfort to you as you grieve. I remember George, but had not seen or talked to him in many years. We went to grade school & high school together. He will live on in the hearts and memories of his family & friends.
Laurie Uphaus says
Cindy and family, I am at a loss for words. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate this difficult time. So sorry for your huge loss.
Houg Farms says
Our thoughts and prayers to you. So very sorry for your loss. Marc had a nice visit with George just the other day. So thankful for that. Hugs
Jason partridge says
George you were a great person that I have gotten to know. Hearing the stories of your boys growing up and what I had to look forward to with my own son. Thanks for the advice and you will always be remembered. Thank you
Jim & Mona Amundson says
Oh Cindy, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Lars was such a wonderful man. You and you family are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Crystal Walstad says
Cindy, i’m thinking of you and wishing I had known George. So very sorry for your great loss. Love to you and your family.
Al Bets His Medicine says
Randy I was very shocked and saddened to hear of your dads passing. He was a good man. He always greeted you a friendly hello and firm hand shake. I pray God will give you strength at this difficult time for you and your family.
Punkie says
Sympathy And Prayers For You Cindy And The Rest Of The Stensland Family.
Karen & Punkie
Dawn Carrier says
We were so saddened to hear of George’s passing. May your happy memories bring you peace. Our prayer go to your family. With love JD and Dawn Carrier
Kelly Doornek says
Dear, dear Cindy – when the unimaginable happens it’s hard to believe you can go on. It will never be the same without the love of your life, but I pray that you will somehow find peace & solace from your wonderful memories of the precious time you & George had together. He was a great guy & will be missed by many.
Donna Archdale says
Dear Cindy, Josh, Randy, Katlin and all of Lars’ family: Andi and I are so sorry for your loss. He was an awesome guy and he and Sonny were such good friends. I enjoyed his humor and caring personality. I’ve experienced what you are now so I understand and am always here for you if you need me. I’ll even be nice to you!! Take care my friend.
Debra and Gene Loendorf says
Cindy and Sons,
We are so sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories surpass your sorrow. God bless your family.
Linda & Russ Hansen says
Cindy and family may you find comfort in the Lord during your difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
Wayne berry says
I met George at UND Williston as 1 of his 3 agr teachers. It was an honor and a pleasure to remember him as one of our guys. George gifted me one of his custom made canes. I gave it to Roger Halverson another teacher. My thoughts and prayers are all about his memory.
Jim and Kathy wilcoxon says
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Shane & Diann Gibson says
JoAnn, Cindy and boys
Diann and I are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Shannon Dowse says
Cindy and family…. I am so sorry for your loss. We were all shocked when we got the news. I haven’t seen you guys for several years but I do have many memories of “Georgie”! Cherish all the good memories and know there are a lot of people thinking of you during this difficult time. Love – Shannon
Terri Bridges Baker says
Cindy and family ,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Cheryl Baur says
Cindy,
Cindy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of George. I hope the memories you carry in your heart; comfort you now and in difficult days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cheri (Jones) Baur
Joanne Gilbert says
Cindy, i am so sorry to hear about George. I never did meet him, but you talked about him often and I could tell that he was a character and you loved him dearly. God be with you during this tough time. You are in my prayers!
Dee Hanson says
Dale and Dee Hanson,
wish to say we are so sorry for your loss may god be with you
Jason, Nyoka, Libby & Paige Twitchell says
Cindy and family,
Take care of each other during this difficult time and please find comfort that you are in our prayers.
Doris Vinger says
Cyndi So sorry to here about the loss of one so dear to you and your family, My thoughts and Prayers are with you all . Love You Doris
Marlene & Dee Turner says
Cindy and Family,
There are no words for the loss of Lars, just know God is with you and the community is praying for you as a family. We will all miss him greatly. Dee & Marlene Turner
Shelley Ellis says
Dear Cindy, I just wanted you to know you have been in my thoughts and prayers these past days. I’m am soo sorry for your loss and I pray God wraps his loving arms around you in the days ahead and gives you strength and hope to get you through. Hugs to you all, Shelley Ellis
Ben and Wanda redekopp says
Cindy and Family
So very sorry for your loss . He was a good person and will be missed. God bles you all. Prayers go out to you .
Dale Buckles says
Hi Sis,
I am so sorry for your loss sister. You had never left my thoughts. I will always owe my life to you. My condolences to the entire family. Love ya sis.
Dale
Sandi Kessler says
So sorry for your loss he was so young, We had a lot of memories with the Stenslands and my heart breaks for you Cindy. Love and prayerd. Blessingss..
Gene and Beulah Theroux says
Cindy and family we wish to express our sorrow for your loss. Although we have been gone from Wolf Point for a number of years the friends we were privileged to have will always be in our hearts and minds.. Our prayers are with you. Gene and Beulah Theroux
Lucy Buzzell says
Very sad to hear of George’s passing. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lou Ault says
My thoughts & prayers are with u all!
Tim and Jodi Boysun says
So sorry for your loss Cindy and family. I remember working for you guys back in the day and Lars was a great guy! Prayers and thoughts out to you and yours.
V/r Tim and Jodi Boysun and boys.