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Carrington Today
By the People, for the People
Arlo Neumiller, Longtime North Dakota Dentist, Dies at 86
Arlo Neumiller was known for his many hobbies, including golfing, gardening, woodworking, flying, fishing, and model airplane building.
Mar. 23, 2026 at 12:00am
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Arlo Dean Neumiller, a longtime dentist in North Dakota, passed away on March 10, 2026, at the age of 86. Neumiller was born in Fargo, North Dakota, and was raised by his grandparents in Sykeston. After serving in the Army, he attended NDSU and Marquette Dental School, eventually opening a dental practice in Cooperstown, North Dakota, in 1969. Neumiller was known for his many hobbies, including golfing, gardening, woodworking, flying, fishing, and model airplane building.
Why it matters
Arlo Neumiller's passing marks the end of an era for the small town of Cooperstown, North Dakota, where he practiced dentistry for many years. As a dedicated community member, Neumiller was known for his involvement in various hobbies and his close relationships with his family and friends. His story highlights the importance of work-life balance and the pursuit of diverse interests, even in the midst of a successful career.
The details
After graduating from NDSU, Arlo Neumiller attended Marquette Dental School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he met his wife, Sonja Skadberg. The couple moved to Cooperstown, North Dakota, in 1969 to open a dental practice, which Neumiller operated for many years. In 1992, after his divorce from Sonja, Neumiller began working as a dentist in Fargo, first for another dentist and then opening his own practice, Agassiz Dental. Neumiller continued to work at both the Cooperstown and Fargo practices until his retirement in 2013.
- Arlo Neumiller was born on February 6, 1940, in Fargo, North Dakota.
- Neumiller enlisted in the Army in November 1958 and served until October 1960.
- Neumiller and Sonja Skadberg married in 1962 and had two children, Joel and Tanya.
- Neumiller opened his dental practice in Cooperstown, North Dakota, in 1969.
- Neumiller retired from dentistry on March 29, 2013.
The players
Arlo Neumiller
A longtime dentist in North Dakota who was known for his many hobbies, including golfing, gardening, woodworking, flying, fishing, and model airplane building.
Sonja Skadberg
Arlo Neumiller's wife, with whom he had two children, Joel and Tanya.
Joel Neumiller
Arlo Neumiller's son.
Tanya Lunde
Arlo Neumiller's daughter.
Rick Loewen
The pastor who officiated Arlo Neumiller's funeral service.
What’s next
A burial at the Carrington Cemetery and a gathering for both of Joel and Tanya's parents – Arlo and Sonja Shannon – will be held in Carrington on Friday, June 19.
The takeaway
Arlo Neumiller's life story serves as an inspiring example of how to balance a successful career with a diverse array of personal interests and hobbies. His dedication to his dental practice, combined with his passion for activities like golfing, gardening, and model airplane building, made him a beloved figure in the Cooperstown and Fargo communities.
