Longtime Oakes Resident Elaine Peitz Dies at 87

Visitation and funeral services scheduled for next week in Oakes, North Dakota

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Elaine Peitz, an 87-year-old resident of Oakes, North Dakota, passed away on March 5, 2026 at Maryhill Manor in Enderlin. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Oakes. Burial will take place in the spring at Cooperstown Cemetery near Cooperstown.

Why it matters

Elaine Peitz was a longtime member of the Oakes community, and her passing marks the end of an era for many local residents who knew her. The funeral services will provide an opportunity for the community to come together and honor her memory.

The details

Elaine Peitz's funeral arrangements are being handled by Dahlstrom Funeral Home. The visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Oakes. Burial will take place in the spring at Cooperstown Cemetery near Cooperstown.

  • Elaine Peitz passed away on March 5, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
  • Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
  • Burial will take place in the spring at Cooperstown Cemetery near Cooperstown.

The players

Elaine Peitz

An 87-year-old resident of Oakes, North Dakota who passed away on March 5, 2026.

Dahlstrom Funeral Home

The funeral home handling the arrangements for Elaine Peitz's services.

Grace Lutheran Church

The church in Oakes, North Dakota where Elaine Peitz's funeral service will be held.

Cooperstown Cemetery

The cemetery near Cooperstown, North Dakota where Elaine Peitz will be buried in the spring.

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The takeaway

Elaine Peitz's passing marks the end of an era for the Oakes community, where she was a longtime resident. The upcoming funeral services will provide an opportunity for friends, family, and neighbors to come together and honor her memory.