Richard Jorde Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Jorde of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, who passed away on November 20, 2025, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Richard leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifford Thomas Jorde and Marzella Jorde (Rondorf); his sisters, Sharon St. Germain and Linda Magner; and his brothers-in-law, Donald St. Germain and Nels Lindseth.
He is survived by: his wife Sharon Yonke; his children, Tamra Peick (Richard) of Bloomington and Michael Jorde; his grandchildren, Samantha Clement (Alec) of Denver, CO and Zachary Peick (Sarah Chance) of Ames, IA; and his sister Ellen Lindseth.
Visitation was held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Zion Lutheran Church (505 Main Ave N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701). A funeral service was held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
