Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services

11/13/2025

View Elinor Marcia Friedel's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/12/2025

Click link below for Linda Peterson's service:

Speaker: Pastor Doug Olson.

11/11/2025

Beverly Christine Konobeck

Beverly Christine Konobeck, 86, of Webster, WI, sadly passed on Monday, November 11, 2025. Full obituary and service information forthcoming.

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11/06/2025

Linda Lou Peterson

Linda Lou Peterson (nee Volkmann), 82, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family.

She is survived by her husband, Greg; daughters, Faith (Scott) Eilertson and Kim (Rob) Gernandt; stepdaughters, Christine and Brenda Peterson; daughter-in-law, Kim Schmidt; sister, Janice Kolodji; and many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Isabel Volkmann, 3 brothers, and her son Brian Schmidt.

With her life focused on Christ, Linda enjoyed gardening, becoming an official clown in The Powder Puff Clown Club, golfing, embroidering towels, and playing cards with many friends, along with the many lake life activities in Webster, WI.

A funeral will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the Yellow Lake Lutheran Church. The visitation will be from 10-12, with the service at 12 and luncheon to follow.

Additional information found at www.Swedberg-Taylor.com

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11/04/2025

Join us for our 1st Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony!
We’ll be lighting the tree in honor of loved ones we hold close to our hearts.
Write their name on an ornament and hang it on the tree.
Enjoy guest speakers, cookies, and warm drinks as we come together to celebrate and remember.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from us at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home and Burnett Co. Medical Examiners office!

10/29/2025

Harvey Thompson

Harvey James Thompson, born on September 28, 1936, in Stanley, WI, passed away on October 28, 2025, in Amery, WI.

Harvey was known for his sense of humor, hard work, and generous spirit. He is survived by his loving wife, Deanna, with whom he shared 70 years of marriage. His children are Randy (Gail), Deb, Tim (Annette), and Troy (Rose), six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Proudly serving in the Navy from 1954 to 1958, Harvey later became a Certified Welder and Maintenance Manager at PAR Systems, where he worked for 25 years. He loved deer hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, and, more recently, riding his 3-wheel electric bike with friends.He was preceded in death by his father Tilmer, mother Magdalena, brother, Roger, and sister Shirley.

Donations can be made in his honor to the Dementia Society of America.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, November 29th, from 1-3 pm at The Lodge located at 24271 State Rd. 35 N, Siren, WI 54872.

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

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10/28/2025

Eugene Lund

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eugene Albert Lund, age 84, on October 24, 2025, at his home in Siren, Wisconsin.

Born on September 1, 1941, Eugene was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A proud graduate of Siren High School, Eugene served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, spending time in Southeast Asia. His service was a testament to his patriotism, courage, and sense of duty. Eugene was also employed by the State of Wisconsin Highway Department for 33 years, where he not only dedicated himself to his work but also formed some of the deep, lifelong friendships that he cherished.

In addition to his military service and career, Eugene was a dedicated member of his community. He proudly served for 55 years with the Siren Fire Department, where he held many roles and was a trusted leader in the department. He was also an active participant in the Siren Lions Club, a proud Shriner, and a member of the Masonic Lodge. His commitment to service was evident in all aspects of his life, from supporting local causes to giving back in any way he could. Eugene also found great joy in coaching and supporting children in the community, "adopting" countless kids as part of his extended family. His home was always open, and there was always food in his crockpot, available to any child who entered.

Eugene loved to hunt. A tradition that was the cornerstone of his family's life. He found peace in the quiet of the woods and joy in sharing that world with his children, grandchildren, and great-grand children.

As a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Eugene's love for his family was boundless. He was a devoted patriarch who took immense pride in his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, cherishing every moment spent with them.

Eugene is survived by his daughters Krista (Tory) Timm, Darcie Lund; grandchildren Mercedes (McKenzy), Alexa (Ty), Jillian (Carter), Autumn (Kayden), Brittney, Courtney, Brooke, Cheyenne (Cody) Meyer, Hunter (Sierra), Brianna, Kaylee, Abigail, and Lily; great-grandchildren Henrietta, Gunner, Hendrix, Grayson, Mosheh, Theodore, and Kennedy; as well as his extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bert Sr. and Myrtle Lund, his brother Bert Jr., and his son, Wade Edward Lund.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Eugene’s life on November 8, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Zhashagiins Event Center in Siren, Wisconsin. A friend of the family will speak at 1:30 p.m., and military honors will be rendered in his memory. The Masonic service will be held privately.

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

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10/28/2025

Stanley Helland

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Stanley James (Jim) Helland, a devoted husband, a loving father, and loyal friend, who left this world to be with our Father in heaven on October 11, 2025, at the age of 81.

Jim was born in Frederic, Wisconsin on May 17, 1944, to Stanley and Violette (Anderson) Helland. Stanley was serving our country in the United States Navy at the time, and Jim met his father when he was two years old. Jim attended Siren High School, UW-Eau Claire, and graduated as a certified electrician from Dunwoody Institute. His electrical career with IBEW - Local 292 included working downtown Minneapolis, and in various commercial buildings in the twin cities.

Jim was a man defined by his unwavering work ethic, and his ability to fix just about anything; a jack of all trades with the heart of a helper. He enjoyed working in the woods, tinkering in the garage, and helping neighbors with a variety of projects. An electrician by trade, he brought light not just into homes and businesses, but brightened a room with his quick wit and love of seeing people smile and laugh with his many jokes. He especially enjoyed telling of the pranks he played while on one of his many jobs downtown. Jim was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, and enjoyed watching NASCAR, and westerns on TV.

But beyond his skills and wit, Jim was a strong family man. Jim and Kathlyn (Rudisell) married on April 10th, 1964. Jim and Kathlyn (Kathy) grew up together in Siren, and started dating after Kathy graduated from college. Jim was a loving and devoted husband to Kathy, with whom he shared sixty-two wonderful years. They purchased their first home together in Brooklyn Center, and became members of Brooklyn United Methodist Church.

Jim approached fatherhood with the same dedication he brought to everything else in his life. The couple lovingly raised two daughters, Deborah and Heidi. He worked tirelessly to provide, support and guide. He always seemed to have a way to make things happen for his family. When the girls wanted a skating rink in the backyard, he stood outside every cold night with a garden hose so they could have their own rink. When they wanted a playhouse, he built it. When Kathy wanted a vegetable garden, he cleared a big space in the backyard. And when the girls were learning to drive, Jim taught them how to change tires, how to change oil, and how to shift gears with a manual transmission.

Most weekends, the family enjoyed their time at the cabin on Little Yellow Lake, in Webster, WI. Jim remodeled both the inside and outside of the cabin. He also built a gazebo, where friends and family gathered. When you saw the campfire, and heard the laughter, you knew you were invited. During the summer, the family enjoyed water-skiing, fishing, volleyball, riding dirt bikes and catching frogs. In the winter, there were snowmobile rides through wooded trails with the neighbors, and days spent in a warm fish house that Jim built for the family. Jim also cleared a large space on the lake for ice skating. Several years later, Jim decided to retire early at the age of 55 but he didn't slow down. They sold the little cabin, and purchased a different cabin on the same lake. Jim assisted in the remodeling of that cabin to create their dream retirement home. He bought and managed a storage business, (U-Store-It), and volunteered his electrical skills and knowledge at Forts F***e Avoine. He even had the pleasure of playing Santa for a few years, experiencing the magic of the season with the little children who visited. Mrs. Claus was busy giving hugs and handing out treats.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Kathy, daughters Deborah (Mark Mossman) and Heidi (Kirk Staggert), and brother Mikal. He was Papa Jimmy to grandchildren Mitchell, Madison, Kylie and Theodore. He was preceded in death by brother Gary (Debbie), and parents Stanley and Violette. We will miss his strength, his stories and jokes, his helping hands, and things duct-taped well enough to last a lifetime. The family wishes to give a big thank you to the staff at Timber Pines Senior Living, and the doctors and nurses at the Welia Hospital in Mora, MN.

A celebration of life will be held on December 7th, at The Lodge in Siren, WI, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Arrangements are entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home.

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10/27/2025

Eugene Lund

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eugene Albert Lund, age 84, on October 24, 2025, at his home in Siren, Wisconsin.

Born on September 1, 1941, Eugene was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A proud graduate of Siren High School, Eugene served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, spending time in Southeast Asia. His service was a testament to his patriotism, courage, and sense of duty. Eugene was also employed by the State of Wisconsin Highway Department for 33 years, where he not only dedicated himself to his work but also formed some of the deep, lifelong friendships that he cherished.

In addition to his military service and career, Eugene was a dedicated member of his community. He proudly served for 55 years with the Siren Fire Department, where he held many roles and was a trusted leader in the department. He was also an active participant in the Siren Lions Club, a proud Shriner, and a member of the Masonic Lodge. His commitment to service was evident in all aspects of his life, from supporting local causes to giving back in any way he could. Eugene also found great joy in coaching and supporting children in the community, "adopting" countless kids as part of his extended family. His home was always open, and there was always food in his crockpot, available to any child who entered.

Eugene loved to hunt. A tradition that was the cornerstone of his family's life. He found peace in the quiet of the woods and joy in sharing that world with his children, grandchildren, and great-grand children.

As a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Eugene's love for his family was boundless. He was a devoted patriarch who took immense pride in his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, cherishing every moment spent with them.

Eugene is survived by his daughters Krista (Tory) Timm, Darcie Lund; grandchildren Mercedes, McKenzy, Alexa, Ty, Jillian, Carter, Autumn, Kayden, Brittney, Courtney, Brooke, Cheyenne (Cody) Meyer, Hunter, Sierra, Brianna, Kaylee, Abigail, and Lily; great-grandchildren Henrietta, Gunner, Hendrix, Grayson, Mosheh, Theodore, and Kennedy; as well as his extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bert Sr. and Myrtle Lund, his brother Bert Jr., and his son, Wade Edward Lund.

Services to celebrate Eugene's life will be held on November 8th, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Zhashagiins Event Center in Siren, Wisconsin, including a masonic service and military honors.

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10/22/2025

Dean Birch

Dean Birch passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 3:30 a.m. at Dove Healthcare Center in Spooner. Dean was born on October 29, 1965, in Ladysmith. He married the love of his life, Doris, on August 16, 1992 at Bethany Lutheran Church and together they made a joyful home in Siren.

Dean faced his cancer diagnosis with remarkable courage and faith. Dean was a quiet man that enjoyed family, friends, the Packers and fishing. He was taken from us way too soon.

Come celebrate Deans life with family and friends at Tavern on Main in Siren on Saturday November 15th 2025 from 11AM – 3 PM.

Join us for a shot of Dean’s favorite drink.

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

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