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Ara Iola Hartsoch
2.23.1925 - January 9, 2026

Place of Birth: Hofflund, North Dakota
 Residence: Tioga, North Dakota
 Age: 100

Gordon and Jan Peterson (Scottsdale, AZ)
Jan 12, 2026
To Arda’s family- Jan and I visited her and the family in three trips through ND. Being friend’s of Maureen and her family we saw to it to visit the farm. She was such an ingratiating welcoming and kind lady. If she would have been born a Roman Catholic she would have been the head Sister!!!!! Thanks to her for the unconditional love she exhibited to all. She has been given the promised gift of “ life eternal”.
Karen & John Garaas (Williston, ND)
Jan 12, 2026
Ara was a very special lady. She was loving, caring and made you feel very special. She will always have a special place in our hearts forever. Love you Aunti Ara xxxooo
Royce Severson (Surprise, AZ)
Jan 12, 2026
We were incredibly lucky to have her in our lives and to call her our grandmother. We were also blessed to see her live on through Maureen. She was a truly special woman- caring, forgiving, and full of life. Anyone that we brought back to the farm remembered her years later and always wanted to return. Each of us carries a small piece of her within us, and the world would be a far better place if we all responded to life the way she did.
Pamela Thaxton
Jan 13, 2026
Ara was like another parent to me, as all the other elders in my community. She always made me feel loved and special! She was a constant in my life as I could always count on Ara to be at Beaver Creek Church and she was a shining beacon of Jesus love for all!! She will be missed my many but I am confident that she is truly with Jesus now! Well done thy good and faithful servant. My prayers are will you all during this time of great loss.
Chloe Weyrauch (Ray/Prairie Creek , ND/IN)
Jan 13, 2026
My sincere condolences to the family. Ara was a wonderful woman.
Pat and Joe Bloms (Bottineau, ND)
Jan 14, 2026
We are so sorry for your loss. Ara was a wonderful cook, baker and just the sweetest lady. We always enjoyed her. Sincere condolences to the Hartsoch Family.
LaVonne Eggen (Vancouver, Washington)
Jan 14, 2026
Heaven has welcomed a beautiful spirit! I was so blessed to be able to have a couple of hours with Ara on our last trip through North Dakota. I will always remember all the visits to the farm and the wonderful smiles she blessed us with! Her kindness was something that I will always remember. Rest in Peace dear one!
Wayne and Karen Kamp (Williston)
Jan 16, 2026
Ara was one of the last in the pioneer era down there. She was an old friend and will be missed at all the functions at Beaver Creek Church.
Linda (Davidson) Wooters (Denton, TX)
Jan 16, 2026
I am just now seeing Ara’s obituary, its Friday night. She was our classmate Arley Hartsoch’s mom. What a sweet and precious lady! She could bake all sorts of goodies but i loved her donuts. She would bring cream and eggs to my mom. My dad and Earl were gone so they would also have coffee together. She was one very talented lady. Now she and Arley are together again. Sending my love, thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Will be watching the live stream. Praying for safety for everyone driving to Beaver Creek in the morning. ??????
Lisa Fox (Sidney, MT)
Feb 1, 2026
She was just the best. The line from her obituary says it: content, kind, and patient. I am grateful and blessed to have known her.