Kenneth Alan Yoerg
Mar 10, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” Yoerg, 64, passed away on March 10, 2026, after a courageous five-year battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. True to his spirit, Ken and his wife Lynett often said that if they couldn’t beat the disease, they would at least “beat it up a bunch.” Ken faced his illness with determination, humor, and resilience until the very end.
Ken was...
Sandra Jane Churchill
Mar 8, 2026
Sandra Jane Churchill “Bemweweshing”, age 76, of Webster, Wisconsin, began her journey to the Spirit World on March 8, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Sandra was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished the time she spent with her family. She is lovingly remembered by her children: Daphne Churchill, Samantha “Churchill” Belisle, and Jacquelyn...
Neil E Olson
Mar 2, 2026
Dr. Neil E. Olson, age 91, of Siren, Wisconsin, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Grantsburg, WI. Dr. Olson was born on January 13, 1935, in Bricelyn, Minnesota, to Gustave and Mildred (Ingalls) Olson. He attended and graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1953, at Clear Lake, Wisconsin.
Dr. Olson went on to attend Logan Chiropractic University in St....
Marianne T Schauer
Mar 1, 2026
Marrianne T. Schauer, age 90, of Siren, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg, WI. Marrianne was born July 16, 1935, in Berlin, Germany, to the late Hans and Margarete Palczynski Lenz.
She is survived by her son, Thomas, and his wife, Teresa Schauer of Temple, TX.; grandchildren, Thomas Wayne, Brian Paul and wife, Tiffany, Christopher...
Genevieve Roxanne McClelland
Feb 27, 2026
Genevieve R. McClelland (Genny), age 49, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at her home in Webster, Wi, on February 27th, 2026.
Born November 17th, 1976, in Minneapolis, Mn, and moved to East Bethel, Mn, with her family, and graduated from St. Francis High School. Genny loved to fish, she loved boating, bowling, music in the park and at family get...
Curt William Kuenzi
Feb 24, 2026
Curt William Kuenzi December 11, 1956 – February 24, 2026 Frederic, Wisconsin
Curt William Kuenzi, a devoted father, gifted engineer, coach, motorcyclist, and self-proclaimed “master plumber," passed away, after a brief battle with cancer, on February 24, 2026, in Siren, Wisconsin. In classic fashion, Curt was late for most things in life, but this time he arrived far too early.
Born in...
Polly Ann Siers
Feb 18, 2026
Polly Ann Siers, age 64, of Danbury, WI, formerly of St. Paul, MN, passed away at home on February 18, 2026. She is survived by her daughter, Stacy Shannon, and her significant other, Tom Harris. Polly will be greatly missed by family, friends, and all who knew her.
Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed online at...
William Joseph Arends
Feb 17, 2026
William "Bill" Arends, age 82, of Danbury, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, at Frederic Nursing & Rehab Center, surrounded by loved ones.
Bill was born on October 22, 1943, to Nick and Elizabeth Arends and was raised on the family farm near Borup. Growing up as one of ten children, Bill learned early the values of hard work, loyalty,...
Barbara L Jackson
Feb 11, 2026
Barbara Lee Jackson, also known as “BJ” or “Barb,” aged 89, transitioned from this life on February 11, 2026, at Memorial Hermann Hospital Katy, in Katy, Texas.
Barbara was born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 10, 1936, to William Edward and Edna Lee Jackson. When Barbara was 9 years old, the entire family moved to northern Wisconsin, where she attended primary...
Selena "Gidget" Joyce Reynolds
Feb 7, 2026
Selena "Gidget" Joyce Reynolds, age 60, of Webster, Wisconsin, began her journey to the Spirit World on February 7, 2026, at her home, surrounded by love.
Selena was born on July 31, 1965, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Francis Eugene Reynolds and Rose Ann Churchill, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a proud member of the St. Croix Chippewa...
Robert William Schneider
Feb 6, 2026
Robert Schneider Jr., age 73, of Siren, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, on February 6, 2026.
Robert was born on January 19, 1953, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Robert and Jane (Schuler) Schneider. He was raised in Juneau, Alaska, where he graduated from Juneau-Douglas High School. Following high school, Robert proudly served his country and...
LaVerne Ronald Schauer
Feb 2, 2026
LaVerne (Swede) Schauer, 87, of Siren, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, with his loved ones by his side.
He was born October 31, 1938. A lifelong resident of Siren, Swede was known for his sharp wit, independent spirit, and stubborn strength. He was proud of his Wisconsin roots and had a deep appreciation of the outdoors. Swede spent...
John Theodore Elmgren
Feb 1, 2026
John Theodore Elmgren, age 71, was born on July 4, 1954, in Los Angeles, California, and passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at his home in Webster, Wisconsin, surrounded by the family he loved so deeply.
On July 4, 1995, John married the love of his life, Jodi K. Livingston a match made in heaven. He met her on...
Michael Harold Anderson
Jan 29, 2026
Michael H. Anderson, age 74, resident of Grantsburg, WI, passed away on January 29, 2026.
He is survived by his sisters, Gayle Lunsmann, Marie Capelle and Cindy Anderson; his nieces, nephews and many loved ones.
Michael was born on June 21, 1951, to parents Harold and Betty (Rasmussen) Anderson.
He spent his childhood in Silver Bay, MN. He graduated in June of 1969...
Charles Allen Barr
Jan 29, 2026
Charles Allen Barr, age 88, passed away on January 29, 2026, in Danbury, Wisconsin. He was born on May 20, 1937, in Hudson, Wisconsin, to Ernest and Gladys Barr.
Charles graduated from Hudson High School in 1955 and on August 18, 1956, he married the love of his life, high school sweetheart, Audrey H. Barr. Together they built a life rooted...
Patty Ann Swenson
Jan 26, 2026
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Patty Ann Swenson, of Frederic, Wisconsin, on January 26, 2026.
Patty was the beloved wife of Rick Swenson, and the loving mother of Sarah (Robb) Jensen, Michael (Arin) Swenson, Angela Swenson, Jesse (Natalie) Swenson, Kelli Swenson, and Kyle (Jenny) Swenson. She was a devoted and endlessly proud grandmother to Abby, Aleah,...
Jennie Bonnie Gokey
Jan 26, 2026
Bonnie Jean Gokey, age 85, passed away on January 26, 2026, in Spooner, Wisconsin.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 31, from 1:00–3:00 PM at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI.
Bonnie had a deep love for the Green Bay Packers, her animals, and music, which brought her joy throughout her life. Family and friends are invited to...
Paul Quintin Johnson
Jan 24, 2026
Paul Q. Johnson, age 66, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, MN.
Paul was born on October 24, 1959, to parents Verlyn and Mary Alma (White) Johnson in Chicago, IL. He was the youngest of five children. The family moved to Grantsburg shortly after Paul was born.
After graduating from Grantsburg...
Betty Vaksdal
Jan 21, 2026
Betty Lou (Borders) Vaksdal passed away on January 21, 2026, at her home.
The best word to describe her life is loving. Family, friends, pets, or complete strangers - all got hugs from Bettybop.
Betty was born on June 10, 1939, in Sullivan, Indiana, to John and Marge (McKinley) Borders. She was the oldest of five children, including Sue, Bill, Dottie, and John...
Mary Ellen Smith
Jan 18, 2026
Mary Ellen Smith passed away peacefully at her home on January 18 at the age of 82.
Mary Ellen was born on October 6, 1943, in Morris, Minnesota, the daughter of Cletus Staebler and Ellen Marie (Corcoran). She was raised on a farm in Morris, where she attended school and grew up as the oldest of seven children. She graduated from...
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