Howard L. Wendelbo was born February 18, 1937 in Grafton, ND the son of the late Carl and Lillian (Sondeland) Wendelbo. He attended rural schools in Martin Township. Following his education he ...

John and Laura (Wendelbo) were married November 3, 1957 at the Grafton Lutheran Church in Grafton, ND. They made their home by Hoople, ND where they farmed and raised two children.