Edward Kirkelie Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Edward Kirkelie (Bottineau, North Dakota), who passed away on January 20, 2026 at the age of 85. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Edward Kirkelie to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth Kirkelie (Allan) and Georgiana Kirkelie (Peggy); his grandfather Johnny Owens; and his sister Viola. He is survived by: his wife Linda Lee Littler; his friends, Minot, Peter Sandroni, Ardel, Bruce and Tina; his daughter-in-law Kitty; his children, Ken Kirkelie (Kitty) and Kari Mausshardt (John); his grandchildren, Bailey (Carson), Alex (Emma), Kaylee, Ted, Jack and Kendal; and his siblings, John Kirkelie and Nancy Berg (Phil). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.