Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Centuria, WI

Curtiss Duane Lunde II

Curtiss Duane Lunde II

Apr 9, 2025

Curtiss Duane Lunde II, age 53, passed away on April 9, 2025, in Milltown, Wisconsin.

Curtiss was born to Diane and Curtiss Lunde on March 2, 1972, in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.

Curtiss, “Papa Took”, loved hitting the road on his motorcycle, even when it was snowing. Spending time at the lake, fishing and just being outdoors always brought him peace. He...

Gary T. Rich

Gary T. Rich

Mar 26, 2025

Gary T. Rich, 82, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.  Gary was born on April 30, 1942, in Algona, Iowa, the son of Walter Rich Sr. and his wife, Fay.  He was raised on a farm north of Algona, Iowa, and was one of 7 children. Gary was short of material...

Betty Lou (Spangenberg)  Ince

Betty Lou (Spangenberg) Ince

Mar 23, 2025

Betty Lou Mary “Mrs. Shotgun” Ince, 89, Luck, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Comforts of Home in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Betty was born on February 9, 1936.

Betty is survived by her children, Debbie (Don) Peterson, Bryan Ince, Darryl (Shirley) Ince, Mike (Kelly) Ince, Marty (Tammy) Ince, Marc (Shelly) Ince; many grandchildren...

Mary "Nee-Ewe Gobba-Wii Kwe" Lou Rogers

Mary "Nee-Ewe Gobba-Wii Kwe" Lou Rogers

Mar 21, 2025

Mary L Rogers, age 56, passed away on March 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born to Mabel (Merrill) and Walter Rogers on June 16, 1968, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us after a...

Rolland Charles Yunker

Rolland Charles Yunker

Mar 13, 2025

Rolland C. Yunker of Centuria, 91, passed away at his home on March 13. 2025. He was born on July 20, 1933.  His parents, Marie (Springer-Yunker) Tourville and William Tourville, raised him in Balsam Lake, WI.

He was an avid welder for his entire career.  He loved horses, hunting, fishing, camping, racing cars, and spending lots of...

Stuart Allen Bibeau

Stuart Allen Bibeau

Mar 13, 2025

Stuart Bibeau November 20, 1950 - March 13, 2025

Stuart Bibeau died on March 13, 2025, surrounded by his wife and 2 daughters, the people who loved him best.  And if you knew Stuart, you knew that’s just the way he would have wanted it.  No fuss, no spectacle – just family, just love.

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Mary Ann (Strasser)  Lunsman

Mary Ann (Strasser) Lunsman

Mar 9, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Ann Lunsman, 88, of Saint Croix Falls, Wisconsin, who left this world peacefully on March 9, 2025. Born on October 11, 1936, in Webster, Wisconsin, Mary Ann was a devoted mother, talented caregiver, and passionate crocheter whose warmth and creativity touched the lives of many.

Mary Ann dedicated...

Linnea "Lindy" D. (Johnson)  Jensen

Linnea "Lindy" D. (Johnson) Jensen

Mar 9, 2025

Linnea "Lindy" Demae Jensen, 93, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, at St Croix Regional Medical Center in St Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Lindy was born November 10, 1931, at home on the family farm in Stark, Minnesota, the second child of Carl and Juno (Falk) Johnson.

She attended Stark School until her...

William  "Big Bill" Edward Johnson

William "Big Bill" Edward Johnson

Mar 5, 2025

William “Bill” Edward Johnson, 86, of Centuria, Wisconsin, passed away at the St. Croix Medical Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.  Bill was born to Charles and Clara Johnson on July 13, 1938, in Amery, Wisconsin.

Bill grew up on the Shiloh Farm, attended Shiloh school, and then graduated from Amery High School in 1956. Bill bought...

Steven Paul Williams

Steven Paul Williams

Feb 15, 2025

Steven Paul Williams, 63, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, February 15, 2025.

Steve was born on May 24, 1961, in Robbinsdale, Minnesota to parents Paul and Patricia Williams. He moved to Balsam Lake when he was 17 years old and attended Unity High School. While in high school, he met...

Lance S. Whitman

Lance S. Whitman

Feb 15, 2025

Lance Stanley Whitman, 57, of Frederic, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.  Lance was born on February 28, 1966, in Chisago City, Minnesota the son of Joan and Carroll Whitman.

Lance is survived by his children, Casey Whitman, Taylors Falls, MN, and Glen Whitman, Forest Lake, MN; his...

Shirley Marie Kneath

Shirley Marie Kneath

Feb 14, 2025

Shirley Marie Kneath, 68, of Centuria, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.  Shirley was born on December 14, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota to Loretta and Ray Kneath.

Shirley is survived by her sisters, Sue Wellbrock, Centuria, WI; and Cind Vold, Milltown, WI, many nieces, nephews, great nieces...

Barbara Claire Pelle

Barbara Claire Pelle

Feb 8, 2025

Barbara Claire Pelle, 83, of Frederic, Wisconsin, was called home by Jesus on February 8, 2025, to spend eternity with Him.

Barbara was born September 28, 1941, to Vern and Sylvia (Hendricks) Larson and was raised in Superior, Wisconsin. While growing up, she enjoyed spending time at the cabin and at the family homestead farm on Pine...

Larry Anthony Smetak

Larry Anthony Smetak

Feb 4, 2025

Larry Anthony Smetak was born on October 20, 1945, to Andrew and Garnet (Briske) Smetak in Phillips, WI. He was the 6th of 7 children born to second-generation Czech immigrants. He was born into a non-religious home, yet by the age of 7, he was presented with a clear salvation message and encouraged to attend church by his two...

Michael George Hoen

Michael George Hoen

Jan 28, 2025

Michael “Mike” George Hoen, Dresser, WI, 73, passed away on January 28, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1951, to Bernard and Helen Hoen in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Mike is survived by his wife, Linda Hoen, Dresser, WI; brother, Mark (Kathy) Hoen, Milltown, WI; stepsister, Denise (Brad) Williamson, Milltown, WI; best friend, Gene (Mary) Tourville, Centuria, WI;...

Michael Anthony Havron

Michael Anthony Havron

Jan 23, 2025

Mr. Michael Anthony Havron, 64, of Luck, Wisconsin, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at his home with his family at his side.  Michael was born on February 27, 1960, in Duluth, Minnesota the son of Thomas and Donna Lee Havron.  He leaves behind to celebrate his memory, daughter, Charlynn Chenal, and her fiance' Beau Carey, granddaughters, Arielle...

Joyce L. (Johnson)  Skog

Joyce L. (Johnson) Skog

Jan 5, 2025

The Good Lord called home a beautiful angel.  Our dear mother, Joyce Lita Skog, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 96.  She was preceded by her husband Herman J. Skog, sons, Paul A. and Douglas A., parents Hannah and Godfrey Johnson, and her brother, Lloyd Johnson.

She is survived by her daughter,...

Michael William Moos

Michael William Moos

Dec 27, 2024

Michael William Moos, age 86, passed away on December 27, 2024, in Luck, Wisconsin.

Michael was born to Leo and Margaret Moos on October 16, 1938, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Michael was a true outdoorsman, with a deep love for nature and all the adventures it had to offer. Whether it was hunting in the woods,...

John R. Greenlee

John R. Greenlee

Dec 21, 2024

We are deeply saddened to share the loss of John Richard Greenlee aged 60 of Oakdale, MN. He passed away peacefully at Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul, MN surrounded by family on December 21, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his Mother Ramona Greenlee (nee Rogers) and his Father Wayne Greenlee. He is survived by his...

Douglas J. Zappa

Douglas J. Zappa

Dec 14, 2024

Douglas J. Zappa, 63, of Centuria, Wisconsin, was peacefully called home with his loving wife and children by his side on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota, due to complications from an infection.

Doug was born on March 1, 1961, in St. Paul, Minnesota to Clarence and Mary Ann Zappa.  Doug was...

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