Obituaries

Aug 21, 2026

Richard "Dick" Anthony Zappa, age 89, of Siren, WI, passed away on August 21, 2026.

Full obituary and service details forthcoming.

Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Aug 18, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Shirley A. Wagenius, age 75, of Grantsburg, Wisconsin, who passed away on August 18, 2026.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Swedberg Taylor Funeral Homes in Grantsburg, Wisconsin. Visitation will take place prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Please keep Shirley’s family and...

Aug 18, 2026

Wendy Lee Hoefs, age 59, of Grantsburg, WI, passed away on August 18, 2026.

Full obituary and service details forthcoming.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Homes have been entrusted with arrangements.

Aug 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Stephen Chester “Tanski”

November 10, 1963 – August 13, 2026

Stephen Chester Tanski, lovingly known as “Tanski” age 62, passed away in Duluth, Minnesota, on August 13, 2026, with his partner, Kim Bakken, and friend Char by his side. Steve was born on November 10, 1963, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by Mary Pauline Gonet,...

Aug 12, 2026

Aug 10, 2026

Crystal Peterson, 51, of Danbury, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026, in Duluth, Minnesota.  Crystal was born on December 7, 1974, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the daughter of Gloria and Richard Merrill.

She leaves to celebrate her memory: her husband, Jason Peterson; children, Amber Rose, Kayla, Miranda, Jason, Hunter, and Christian; grandchildren: Tanysha, Kaylena, Brittney, Josiah, Jeremiah, Theodore, and Elodie,...

Aug 6, 2026

Angie Marie Merrill, “Naawakamigookwe,” age 75, of Big Sand Lake, passed away on August 6, 2026, at her home.

She was born on May 8, 1951, at Big Sand Lake. Throughout her life, Angie remained deeply rooted in her family, culture, and community, carrying her name and spirit with strength, pride, and resilience.

She is lovingly survived by her children: Gary Stoner...

Jul 30, 2026

Joanne Ella (Johnson) Marquardt 1938-2026

Joanne was born in Canaan, CT, on October 18, 1938, to Ella and Walter Johnson. She was very young when her parents and siblings came to Falun, Wisconsin. She attended the Falun School and then Grantsburg High School. She was an early faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Falun.

For three years, Joanne was a...

Jul 29, 2026

In Loving Memory of Jeret Jacob Corty

Remember Jeret for the man he was at his core, a man who was daring, fearless, protective, and beautifully unpredictable. He showed up for people. His smile and quick wit left you wanting more; you felt his energy and presence in every room he entered. That was who Jeret truly was. While addiction and...

Jul 26, 2026

Janet Marlene Ingalls, age 87, of Webster, Wisconsin, passed away at home on July 26, 2026.

Janet was born on July 21, 1939, in Frederic, WI, to the late Ludwig and Doris (Morton) Rachner. She attended Webster High School and graduated with the Class of 1957. On February 14, 1959, she was united in marriage to her beloved husband, Lowell Ingalls,...

Jul 23, 2026

Leslie James Larson, born December 15, 1939, in Grantsburg, Wisconsin, passed away on July 23, 2026. He was a devoted father and a cherished member of his family and community.

Leslie is survived by his daughters, Tammy Ginder and Debbie Drake; his grandson, Ryan Ginder (Erika); his brother, Dennis Larson (Joanne); his sister, Shirley Nelson; and his special friend, Barbara Finch,...

Jul 23, 2026

Mariann L. (Murphy) Erickson, 91 years old; died on July 23, 2026 peacefully in her home and

surrounded by her loved ones.

Born January 16, 1935 in Becker, Minnesota to Charles F. and Agnes (Witschen) Murphy, she

grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota in the Como Park area. She graduated from St. Agnes High

School in 1953 and worked at Gillette Hospital and 3M....

Jul 23, 2026

Ervin Wesley Pardun was born on October 6, 1925, and passed away peacefully in his home on July 23, 2026. Born to Ray and Evelyn Pardun, he grew up in Danbury, Wisconsin, where he developed a strong work ethic, love of the outdoors, and deep sense of community.

Ervin proudly served in the United States Army Air Corps as a cadet...

Jul 21, 2026

Maurice "Morry" Westphal, age 95, passed away on July 21, 2026, at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN.

Morry was born in Willmar, MN, to Malvin Westphal and Effie Solverson. Morry married Corrine Jensen of Willmar, MN, on October 15, 1960.

Notable interests, activities, hobbies, or passions: Lead worker for building 3 homes for Habitat for Humanity, served on the church...

Jul 17, 2026

Thomas Wells, age 66, passed away on July 17, 2026.

An obituary and services are currently pending.

Arrangements are entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Jul 15, 2026

Roy Steven Hansen was born November 28, 1944, in Salina Kansas. He spent his childhood years growing up on his family’s farm. He attended high school in Minneapolis Kansas and graduated from Bethany College in Lindsborg Kansas. Roy’s career started as a computer programmer, first for West publishing, followed by Scientific computers, then the US Postal Service. In 1993 Roy’s...

Jul 7, 2026

Paul Rhynhart Schauer passed away on July 7, 2026, at the age of 90.

He was born in Siren on April 13, 1936, to Doris and Ervin Schauer, the oldest of six. He graduated from Siren High School in 1954. He enlisted in the Marines and spent 2 years at Camp Pendleton. When he was discharged, he married Barbara Lindh in...

Jul 6, 2026

Daniel Brian Olson passed away on July 6, 2026.

He was born on January 4, 1985. Danny had a brilliant mind, was a top-notch student, graduating from Webster High School, and attended UMD in the Air Force ROTC program, graduating with a degree in electrical engineering, then switching to the Marines, where he was a captain in Special Operations. 

Danny leaves behind...

Jun 28, 2026

Kathleen Good, age 66, of Grantsburg, passed away on June 28, 2026.

Kathe was born on September 6, 1959, in Elgin, Illinois, to Ronald and Carol (Dittmer) Good. In 1968, she moved with her family to Hertel, Wisconsin, where she grew up and graduated from Siren High School in 1977.

She attended cosmetology school before working at St. Croix Hospital. She later...

Jun 28, 2026

On Sunday, June 28, 2026, Peggy Skold, beloved mother, wife, and grandmother, passed away at the age of 66 after many years of battling cancer, surrounded by her family.

Peggy was born on September 6, 1959, in Cumberland, Wisconsin, to Clarence and Dorothy (Bruce) Neely. She met and started a life with her best friend Ron Skold on November 28, 1983,...