Local Obituaries for Families in Centuria, WI
Lorraine C (Claude) Mckenzie
Apr 28, 2019
Lorraine C. McKenzie passed away peacefully in San Antonio, Texas on Sunday, April 28 at the age of 94. A longtime resident of Centuria and Balsam Lake, Lorraine always enjoyed being near water, whether on Loveless Lake or the Texas Gulf Coast. She was an avid collector of sea shells, a devoted reader, enjoyed classical music and was a...
Carol Colleran
Apr 24, 2019
Carol Colleran, former Vice President of Older Adult Services for Hazelden Foundation, pioneered the concept of age-specific treatment for chemically dependent older adults and went on to develop the trailblazing older adult treatment program at Hanley Hazelden (now known as the Hanely Center) in West Palm Beach, Florida. She was passionate about older adult recovery, motivated by...
Lucille Ann Merrill
Apr 22, 2019
Lucille Ann Merrill “Gaa Ge biikwe”, 65 of Aitkin, MN passed away at the University of Minnesota Medical Center on Monday, April 22, 2019 with her family at her side. Lucille was born on July 6, 1953 in Amery, Wisconsin the daughter of Kenneth Sr. and Madeline Merrill.
Lucille grew up at the Round Lake Community until...

Shirley Bloom
Apr 14, 2019
Shirley Bloom, 81, of Balsam Lake, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at her home with her loving family at her side.
At this time no public services are being planned.
James "Jim" Monson
Apr 5, 2019
James “Jim” B. Monson, 71, of Centuria, Wisconsin passed away on Friday, April 5, 2019 at his home with his family at his side. Jim was born on August 5, 1947 in Exeland, Wisconsin to Viola and Percy Monson.
Jim leaves to celebrate his memory: his wife, Carmen of Centuria, son, Jeff (Gaylene) Monson, Ridgeland, WI; daughter,...
Anna Rose (Hazel) Mortenson
Mar 24, 2019
Anna Rose Mortenson, 97, of Dresser, WI, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family on March 24, 2019. Rose was born in and attended school in Dresser, WI. Rose was born on January 30, 1922 to Albert and Minnie Bell Hazel. Rose married Carl Mortenson on December 28, 1938. The couple made their home in rural Dresser, where they...
Louise M (Bailey) Clark
Mar 11, 2019
Louise Marie Clark of Centuria, a great lady who’s enthusiasm and joy for living life will be missed by all who knew her passed away in her loving husbands arms on March 11, 2019 at her home. Married for 72 years, she will be missed most by her husband, Bob, her 8 children and their spouses, her 24 grand...
Clifford J Martin
Mar 11, 2019
Clifford J. Martin, 68, of Luck, Wisconsin, Round Lake Community, passed away at his home on Monday, March 11, 2019. Clifford was born on May 28, 1950 on the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation near Hayward, Wisconsin the son of John and Nora (Wakemeup) Martin.
Clifford moved with his family to the Round Lake Community as a child. ...
David Lester Gustafson
Mar 2, 2019
David L. Gustafson, 79, of Frederic, Wisconsin passed away in the early morning on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center. David was born on January 9, 1940 in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of John and Adeline Gustafson.
David attended Frederic High School and graduated in 1958. After high school, David worked...
Wendy C. (Holmberg) Johnson
Feb 24, 2019
Wendy C. Johnson 69 of Centuria passed away Sunday, February 24, 2019 at Sophie's Manor in Centuria. She was born June 5, 1949 the daughter of Tuesdi (Paouris) and George Holmberg.
No services will be held at this time.
The Kolstad Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the final arrangements.
Frank "Tom" Thomas Katzele
Feb 18, 2019
Frank Thomas (Tom) Katzele, 59, passed away February 18, 2019 in his home in Centuria, Wisconsin. Tom was born December 27, 1959 to Frank and Bernadine Katzele in Duluth, Minnesota. He graduated from Duluth East High School in 1978. He then attended the University of Minnesota-Duluth graduating with a degree in electronics. Following asst. manager positions with Taco John's...
Marion Agnes (Frey) Swanson
Feb 14, 2019
Marion Agnes (Frey) Swanson
Centuria – Marion Swanson, a long-time resident of Centuria area, died Thursday the 14th of February at Christian Community Home in Osceola, Wisconsin.
Born in 1932 to Aggie and Charlie Frey. A graduate of Roberts High School, she went on to work in the corporate office of Northwest Airlines before marrying...
Dorothy "Dottie" Marie (Ruck) Johnston
Jan 27, 2019
Dorothy “Dottie” Marie Johnston, 93, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at the Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, Minnesota.
Dorothy “Dottie” Ruck was born on October 12, 1925 in Balsam Lake, on the Ruck family farm the daughter of Ernest “Jack” and Grace (Rogers) Ruck. Dottie lived her early life in the community...
Tyrone "Ty" L. Spencer
Jan 22, 2019
Tyrone “Ty” L. Spencer, 75, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center in St. Croix Falls due to congestive heart failure. Ty was born on October 27, 1943 in Muskegon, Michigan to Clinton and Louise (Matuz) Spencer.
Ty proudly served his country in the United States...
Dominic Albert John Bryngelson
Jan 21, 2019
Dominic Albert John Bryngelson, 72 of St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin passed away at his home in Sterling Township on Monday, January 21, 2019. Dominic was born on December 21, 1946 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Albert Carl and Laura Frances (Marxen) Bryngelson.
Dominic graduated from the St. Croix Falls High School in 1964. He proudly served his country...
Lloyd Kenneth Woltz
Jan 8, 2019
Lloyd Kenneth Woltz, 88, of Milltown, Wisconsin, passed away on January 8, 2019 at his home with his loving family at his side. Lloyd was born on April 8, 1930 in Janesville, Minnesota, the son of Lawrence and Hattie (Goodrich) Woltz.
He married Jean McGregor on November 18, 1950 in Easton, Minnesota. The couple farmed there until...
Alexander A Wefel
Jan 7, 2019
Alexander A. Wefel, 46, of Luck, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, January 7, 2019. Alex was born on September 20, 1972 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Clarence and Joy McKenzie. Alexander suffered from congestive heart failure and his illness was getting worse in the past few weeks.
All of his family and friends will really miss...

Aurora Morales Silva
Jan 2, 2019
Aurora Morales Silva, 86, of Luck, Wisconsin passed away on January 2, 2019 at the Amery Hospital.
Private services will be held for Aurora at a later date.
Douglas G. Schreiber
Dec 29, 2018
Douglas G. Schreiber, 70 of Luck passed away Saturday, December 29, 2018 at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born January 2, 1948 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the son of Barbara (Riley) and Gerald Schreiber.
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A memorial service will be held at a...
Linda Lou (Kiefat) Tucker
Dec 23, 2018
Linda L. Tucker, 67 of St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2018 at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center. Linda was born on November 3, 1951 in St. Paul, Minnesota the daughter of Roy and June (Frobarp) Kiefat. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, baking for the holidays, she loved to laugh...