Lorraine Medalen

Lorraine Medalen, 88, Minot, ND, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Edgewood on 10th Assisted Living, Minot.

Lorriane Joyce Anderson was born August 18, 1937, the daughter of Raynold and Vendla (Nordstrom) Anderson, in Kenmare. She was baptized and confirmed at Elmdale Lutheran Church in Niobe, where her faith journey began and remained an important part of her life.

Lorraine attended country school through the eighth grade and later graduated valedictorian from Kenmare High School in 1955. She continued her education at Minot State Teachers College from 1955 to 1957, earning her Standard Teaching Certificate. She later returned to complete her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education, graduating summa cum laude in the summer of 1962.

Lorraine dedicated many years to teaching. She taught first grade in Crosby from 1957 to 1959, and then at Longfellow School in Minot from 1960 to 1968, where she made a lasting impact on countless young students.

Lorraine married Curtis Medalen on June 23, 1963, at Elmdale Lutheran Church in Niobe. They made their home in Minot and were blessed with three children, Connie, Kent, and Laurie. Curt passed away April 29, 2025.

Lorraine was a longtime member of Christ Lutheran Church in Minot. She served in many roles throughout the years, including Sunday School teacher, confirmation tutor and mentor, and adult Bible study leader. From 1991 to 2007, she served as Coordinator of Alternate Style Worship. Her involvement also included Christ Lutheran Church Women and Ruth Circle, leading a funeral serving group for more than 30 years, serving on the Education and Fellowship Boards, president of CLCW for one year, and chairing the quilting group for several years.

In the community, Lorraine was a member of the Friendly Fifteen Homemakers Club, where she served as president, and the American Association of University Women, also serving as president. She volunteered many hours at the schools her children attended. Later, she worked as a receptionist at H&R Block from 1992 to 1998.

Lorraine will be remembered for her dedication to education, her deep faith, and her commitment to her family, church, and community.

Her loving family includes: daughters, Connie Jaramillo (Ron) of Tullahoma, TN, Laurie Ramsey (Chris) of Minot, ND, grandson, Evan Jaramillo of Huntsville, AL, granddaughter, Katie Jaramillo of Loganville, GA, granddaughter, Alyssa Ramsey of Minot, ND, sister, Helen Nelson of Kenmare, ND, numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Curt, son Kent, and her parents.

Funeral: Friday, April 3, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Minot.

Interment: Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot, ND.

Visitation: One hour prior to the service.

Memorials: Christ Lutheran Church Building Fund or Christ Lutheran Church Quilting Group.

The service will be livestreamed for the public to view and can be accessed by going to the Christ Lutheran Church website: https://www.christlutheranminot.org/church-online/