Albert L. Walen, born October 3, 1931, at Glenfield, North Dakota, married Barbara J. Midgfey, born October 20, 1934, at McHenry, North Dakota.  They were married January 16, 1953, at Moorhead, Minnesota. They have resided in Fargo, North Dakota, since their marriage.

Their children are: Darwin L., married to Dana Izard, Oct, 21, 1978. They live in Eugene, Oregon, and have two children, Crystal Faith and Prairie Brook. Michael A., married to Pam Ellsworth, July 19, 1975. They live in West Fargo, North Dakota, and have two children, Jessica Lynn and Stacy Ann. Lyle T., is single and lives in Fargo. Linda D., is single and lives in Iowa City, Iowa.

Albert's parents were Henry L. Walen, born at Brooten, Minnesota, and Ellen Westvig, born at Brooten, Minnesota. They were married July 1915, at Brooten. The moved to a farm southeast of Glenfield.

Albert and Barbara are members of Olivet Lutheran Church, Fargo, North Dakota.  They are also members of the Sons of Norway and Eagles Club. Albert was on the Sons of Norway Board of Directors for three years. They were both delegates to two district conventions. They were members of the Sons of Norway Folkdance group for four years. They own and operate Walen Parking System. Barbara also works at Holsum Pan-O-Gold Bakery as the payroll clerk.

Source:  Glenfield History 1886 €“ 1987 Page 187