Obituaries

Audrey Richards

Audrey Richards

Sep 3, 2025

Audrey Ann Deppa Richards, age 95, of Frederic, WI, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, at the Burnett Medical Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg, WI. Audrey was born on Nov. 19, 1929, in St. Cloud, MN, to parents Clara (Kuffel) Deppa and Michael Deppa. Her early childhood was spent with her family on a farm near Gilman, MN. She...

Terri Elizabeth Erickson

Terri Elizabeth Erickson

Sep 3, 2025

Terri was born in Frederic, WI, on April 22, 1964, to Danny and Shirley Schaar. She went on to marry Randy Thomas on December 6, 1980, and they had two children (Sarah Thomas) (Samantha Chenal). Later, she met the love of her life, Russ Erickson, who had three children (Erica Doriott), (Melissa Reynolds), (Becky Nerby), and on December 22nd, 1990,...

Kathleen Joyce Packard

Kathleen Joyce Packard

Sep 2, 2025

Kathleen (Cassie) Joyce Packard, 93 of Webster, WI, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Spooner Hospital in Spooner, WI. Kathleen was born on October 27, 1931, to parents Edward Phernetton and Frances Dumjohn Phernetton in Webster, WI. Kathleen attended Webster school until she graduated in 1949.

On July 11, 1950, Kathleen married Bernard Packard. In this union, they welcomed...

Gary Wayne Erickson

Gary Wayne Erickson

Sep 1, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Wayne Erickson on September 1st, 2025. Gary's life touched many, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Gary is survived by his three children Kim (Greg), Wayne (Charlene), Tracy. Siblings Mark Erickson, three sister in laws Barb, Shirley, Joyce, and many nieces and nephews....

Robert (Bob) Preston Olson

Robert (Bob) Preston Olson

Aug 29, 2025

Robert (Bob) Preston Olson left this earth on August 29, 2025 at Regions Hospital in the city he loved and where he was born: Saint Paul, MN. He passed peacefully surrounded by the people he loved. Bob was 75 years old.

 He was born on Saturday, December 10, 1949 at Riverview Memorial Hospital in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Gilbert Olson and...

Richard Allen Moe

Richard Allen Moe

Aug 27, 2025

Richard Allen Moe was born September 19,1930, at home in Deronda WI, to Henry Alfred and Hila (Orner) Moe. Dick worked around the farm and attended Wagon Landing Country School and two years at Amery High School.

On July 28, 1955, Richard married Jeneanne Wittstock. To this union three children were born. Debra Jeanne, Denise Marie and Jeffery Allen. This marriage...

Jeannene Delong

Jeannene Delong

Aug 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannene Eleanor Delong, who departed this life on August 26, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on July 16, 1936, in Wagon Landing, Wisconsin, Jeannene led a life filled with warmth, humor, and genuine connections. After over 40 years as a dedicated proofreader in the law department at...

Jerry William Marek

Jerry William Marek

Aug 24, 2025

Jerry William Marek, aged 90, of Grantsburg, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025. 

Born on January 27, 1935, in Minnesota, he lived a fulfilling life dedicated to family and his work as a dairy farmer. Known for his exceptional care of his Holstein cows, Jerry embodied the spirit of hard work and dedication that defined his rural roots. 

He was...

Linda Mae Taylor

Linda Mae Taylor

Aug 23, 2025

Linda Mae Taylor, age 77, resident of Grantsburg, WI, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on August 23, 2025.

Linda was born in Grantsburg, WI, to Albert and Gladys (Hedberg) McLain on February 20, 1948. A lifelong resident, she grew up in Grantsburg and attended the local school district.

After high school, she worked various jobs before starting with EMT services,...

Joann Eliason

Joann Eliason

Aug 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joann Marie Eliason, who left us peacefully on August 19, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on February 23, 1954, in South St. Paul, Minnesota, Joann was a beloved mother and friend to many, living most recently in Danbury, Wisconsin.Joann was a vibrant spirit, known for her infectious...

Wyatt Lewin

Wyatt Lewin

Aug 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of Wyatt Martin Lewin

It is with great sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Wyatt Martin Lewin, at the young age of 21. Wyatt was a beloved husband, father, brother, son, grandson, and friend. He passed away on Saturday, August 16th, 2025, due to self-inflictions. Wyatt suffered from mental health & alcoholism and unfortunately...

Robert G Lee

Robert G Lee

Aug 16, 2025

Robert(Bob) G. Lee, age 93, a resident of Siren passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Bob was born on December 27, 1931 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to George Abner and Celina Lee. He grew up in Osseo, WI where he attended school, graduating in 1949. He started college at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, and le for...

Della (Lohmeier) Olson

Della (Lohmeier) Olson

Aug 15, 2025

Della Elizabeth (Lohmeier) Olson, age 92 of Eden Prairie, MN, formerly of Danbury, WI, and Bloomington, MN, died on August 15, 2025. Della was born on September 1, 1932, in Pocatello, ID, to Lawrence and LaVaun (Parker) Lohmeier. Della grew up in Lincoln, NE, where she attended business college. While living in Lincoln, Della met Edwin Dale Olson, and on...

Kirsten Jane Werdier

Kirsten Jane Werdier

Aug 6, 2025

Kirsten Jane (Flagstad) Werdier June 11, 1940 – August 6, 2025.

She was the oldest child born in Madison, WI to Wollert “Red” Flagstad and Eleanore (Spencer) Flagstad. Arriving a couple years later is her only sibling, her brother Karsten “Bud” Flagstad who she loved liked he was a gift for her alone. Both Kirsten and Karsten were named in honor...

Kari Ann Kestler

Kari Ann Kestler

Aug 2, 2025

Kari Ann Kestler, age 47, of Danbury, WI, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was born on August 20, 1977, in Decorah, Iowa to Ronald and Linda (Bishop) Hughes. Kari graduated from Postville High School with the class of 1996. She participated in chorus and band during school and worked at the Good Samaritan Center. This led to...

Lavera Erickson

Lavera Erickson

Jul 28, 2025

LaVera Erickson, age 87, of Grantsburg, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025 at Benedictine Health Center in Duluth, Minnesota. LaVera was born September 30, 1937 in Luck, Wisconsin. She was the youngest child of Vera (Marsh) and Edward Remley of Luck, Wisconsin.

She graduated from Cumberland High School, Cumberland, Wisconsin in 1955. She married David Erickson on January...

Barbara Hart

Barbara Hart

Jul 27, 2025

Barbara Jean Hart, 67, of Minneapolis, MN passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2005.

Barbara was born in Chicago Illinois on April 27, 1958, to parents, Myna Taylor and William Hart. She enjoyed being a homemaker and wife to husband Eugene, spending time with her ten children, grandchildren, family and fur babies.

Barbara will be forever missed and...

Dale Larson

Dale Larson

Jul 26, 2025

Dale Larson, age 89, of Webster, WI passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025.

Preceded in death by his parents, Lorentz and Bernice Larson; and brother, Roger Larson. Dale is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Rosemarie "Rosie" Larson; his adored daughters, Julie (Mike) Harvey and Jeanne (Karl) Guernsey; and his cherished grandchildren, Wyatt, Lucas, Tessarose, and Dayle. He...

Ronald Norman Pagenkopf

Ronald Norman Pagenkopf

Jul 25, 2025

Ronald Norman Pagenkopf, passed away Friday, July 25th 2025. He was born on April 25, 1949, the Son of Norman and Edna (Kirchhoff) Pagenkopf in Caryville, WI, and when young moved to Cadott, WI. He attended Eau Claire, WI Technical College for a Machinist degree.

Ronald N Pagenkopf married Mary Leis on November 1st, 1975 and lived in Cadott, WI. In...

Beverly Beryl Richmond

Beverly Beryl Richmond

Jul 20, 2025

Beverly Beryl Richmond, age 95, resident of Danbury, WI, passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on July 20, 2025.

Beverly was born on August 28, 1929, to Stanley and Florence (Berg) Brown in Superior, WI. 

She was married to Walt Richmond for 47 years, then to James Sackett for 20 years.

A mother at heart, Beverly thrived fostering over 20...