Obituaries

Ray & Dorothy Freeborn

Ray & Dorothy Freeborn

Sep 2, 2018

Ray Charles Freeborn, age 90, and Dorothy Marie Freeborn , age 88, were reunited on September 2, 2018.  Ray preceded Dorothy in death on March 8, 2018. Ray was born in Shawano, WI on August 4, 1927 to parents Birdie (LaForge) and James Freeborn.  Dorothy was born in Neenah, WI on March 19, 1930 to Florence (Broeffle) and Clifford McKee,...

Jacalyn Pederson

Jacalyn Pederson

Aug 28, 2018

Jackie Pederson passed away on August 28, 2018 surrounded by her family in her home after a long and courageous battle with endometrial cancer. Jacalyn Sue Pederson was born on February 20, 1953 in Rushford, Minnesota as the second daughter to Joseph (John) and Jeanette Ruschmann. She was raised in Pennsylvania and then in Peterson, Minnesota in a little house...

Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Aug 26, 2018

Thomas “Tom” Moore , age 64, of Siren, previously of River Falls, WI, passed away on August 26, 2018, Tom was born on April 1, 1954, in Green Bay, WI, to parents, Dolores (Wagner) and Kenneth Moore. He graduated from River Falls High School in 1972. Tom enjoyed his time outdoors fishing, working on his house and in the yard....

Genevieve Hegge

Genevieve Hegge

Aug 26, 2018

Genevieve Marie Hegge , died peacefully in her sleep, of natural causes, on August 26, 2018, at the age of 94. Preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Ruth Hegge; brothers, Warren and Willard Hegge; sisters, Marjorie Hegge and Marion Peterson; nephew, Todd Peterson; and nephew-in-law, Rich Swanson. Gen is survived by her nieces, Mary Jo Swanson and Marlette...

Sandra D'Jock

Sandra D'Jock

Aug 25, 2018

Sandra “Sandy” Dorothy D’Jock , age 57, of Eagan, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 25, 2018. Sandy was born and raised in Siren, WI, graduating from Siren High School in 1978.  She quickly revealed her love of adventure by moving to California, after completing business school, to work for Honeywell Corporation. She moved from California to New Orleans...

Floyd Capistrant

Floyd Capistrant

Aug 20, 2018

Floyd Collins Capistrant, 70, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 20, 2018 with his family by his side. Floyd was born on June 8, 1948 to parents Collins and Carolyn (Wann) Capistrant. On August 7, 1967 Floyd was united to marriage to Susanne Jean DeMarre. Upon this union they had three children. Floyd is survived by his...

Daniel Aunet

Daniel Aunet

Aug 19, 2018

Daniel L. Aunet , age 75, of Danbury, formerly of Superior, WI, passed away unexpectedly, with his loving wife by his side, on August 19, 2018, at his home. Dan was born on December 27, 1942, in Superior, to parents, Florence (Hoff) and Leonard Aunet. He graduated in 1961 from Central High in Superior. On October 18, 1961, Dan enlisted...

Kayla Looney

Kayla Looney

Aug 18, 2018

Kayla Marie Louis-Looney, age 26, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away at home unexpectedly on August 18, 2018.  Kayla was born in St. Croix Falls, WI and graduated from Grantsburg High School. She married Matt Looney on September 6, 2014. A free spirit, Kayla loved music, concerts and dancing. Her generous heart always shared a smile and many times a laugh...

Donald Meizo

Donald Meizo

Aug 17, 2018

Donald Joseph Meizo II, age 60, passed away unexpectidaly on August 17, 2018. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Septemeber 22, 2018 at Oak Grove Land, 25851 State Road 35, Webster, WI starting at 1:00PM. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Arline Soderbeck

Arline Soderbeck

Aug 16, 2018

Arline Marie Soderbeck , age 78, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away peacefully  surrounded by her family, on August 16, 2018. Arline was born on May 9, 1940, to parents, Egon and Signe Pearson. She graduated from Anoka High School in 1958. On October 29, 1960, Arline was united in marriage to Gerald Soderbeck at Zion Lutheran Church in Anoka. Arline...

Dolores Oelkers

Dolores Oelkers

Aug 15, 2018

Dolores Caroline Oelkers , age 94, passed away on August 15, 2018 at Burnett Medical Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg, WI. Dolores was born on September 20, 1923 to Walter and Elizabeth (Studer) Schwartz in Dexter Twp, MN. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dexter Twp. She attended rural schools until 8th grade. She was united...

Casper Powers

Casper Powers

Aug 14, 2018

“Casper” Lynn Powers , age 50, of Danbury, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at her home. Casper was born on November 6, 1967, in St. Paul, MN, to parents, Neva (Lunsman) and LaVerne Dale Powers II. She attended Webster Schools before the family moved to St. Paul, MN, where Casper graduated from Johnson High School. Casper...

Larry Tjaden

Larry Tjaden

Aug 8, 2018

Larry Wayne Tjaden, 60, of Webster, WI, passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2018.  Per Larry's wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com

Jack Forbes

Jack Forbes

Aug 1, 2018

Jack Robert Forbes , age 70, of Webster, WI, passed away on August 1, 2018, with family by his side, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Jack was born on April 26, 1948, in Minneapolis, MN, to parents, Marjorie (Coyour) and Robert Forbes. He graduated from Owatonna High School in 1966. On September 6, 1969, Jack was united in...

Eva Connor

Eva Connor

Jul 29, 2018

Eva Louise Connor , “gaag”, age 87, of Webster, WI, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at her home. Eva was born on November 1, 1930 in Danbury, WI, to parents, Hattie (Cloud) and Charles Cadotte. She attended Danbury schools. Eva was a longtime employee at the Tribal Health Clinic beginning as the Community Health Rep and later to...

Charles Haverland

Charles Haverland

Jul 24, 2018

Charles "Chuck" William Haverland, 71, of Siren, WI, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Per Charles wishes, there will be no services held. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com

Pamela Owens

Pamela Owens

Jul 22, 2018

Pamela Sue Owens , age 53, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away on July 22, 2018 after a brief battle with lung cancer. Pam was born on March 12, 1965 in Chicago, IL, to parents, Yvonne (Vanerp) and James Owens. As a child, her family moved around quite a bit until ultimately settling in the Grantsburg area. After high school, Pam...

James Carlstrom

James Carlstrom

Jul 21, 2018

James “Jim” Walter Carlstrom , age 49, of Siren, WI, passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2018. Jim was born on January 6, 1969 in Rush City, MN, to parents, Barbara and Jerome Carlstrom. He graduated from Grantsburg High School in 1987. Jim enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing and kayaking. Preceding him in death is his father, Jerome Carlstrom....

Leonard Mansfield

Leonard Mansfield

Jul 16, 2018

Leonard E. Mansfield , age 80, of St. Croix Falls, WI, formerly of Webster, WI, passed away on July 16, 2018 surrounded by his family. Leonard was born on May 9, 1938 to Charles and Myrtle Mansfield. He attended school and graduated from Shell Lake High School in 1956. Leonard enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, garage sailing, attending...

Elrose Johnson

Elrose Johnson

Jul 15, 2018

ElRose Caroline Johnson , 93, of Grantsburg passed peacefully to heaven on July 15, 2018 at Grantsburg Continuing Care Center. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Trade Lake Baptist Church, Frederic, on Saturday, July 21 st .  Visitation will be from 10-11 am followed by service at 11 am. Visitation will also be on Friday, July 20...