Walter K. Engstrom, son of Dave and Olga Erickson Engstrom, married Marjorie Nelson, daughter of Andrew and Clara Rud Nelson, on Dec, 23, 1943, at Lutheran Parsonage in Fargo, North Dakota, by Rev. Keller. They were married while he was serving in the Army and moved to Carrington when discharged.

Walter attended Glenfield grade and high school. He worked at elevators at Glenfield, Fordville and Adams. In 1942, he was inducted into the Army, spending four years. In 1944, he was sent overseas returning in 1945, and discharged in 1946 as Second Lt.

They settled in Carrington after discharge, employed as electrician at James River Electric for several years, later for Bureau of Reclamation of Bismarck. He died on November 26, 1952, after severe electrical burns at age 38.

They had three children: Doreene married Gene Whitney June 26, 1965. They have two children, Kerri and Kevin. Larry married Diane Jorgenson November 30, 1968. They have three children, Jim, Mike and Tim. Paula married James Lausch June 1, 1974. They have two children, Sara and Brian.

Source:  Glenfield History 1886 €“ 1987 Page 162