Donald Shogren

Donald L. Shogren, age 88, a resident of Grantsburg died July 18, 2008 at Burnett Medical Center CCC. Donald was born November 13, 1919 in Randal, Wisconsin to Arthur and Christine Shogren. Donald served in the United States Army during World War II. Donald married Lois Lundberg on January 26, 1951 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Donald was known to be a "Jack of all trades" in the world of plumbing and electric. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, traveling, playing cards and dancing. He was a member of the Grantsburg American Legion. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, brother Wesley (Emma) Shogren, brothers-in-law Willis Lundberg, and Otis Lundberg. Donald is survived by his wife Lois, sisters Evelyn Shogren, Dorothy (Claire) Melin, sisters-in-law Carol (John) Isaacson, Norma (Arnold) Lundberg, Darlene Lundberg, Joyce Lundberg, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services were held Friday, July 25, 2008 at Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor David Almlie officiating. Music was provided by Pat Taylor and Bonnie Wicklund. Interment was held at the Northern Wisconsin Veteran Memorial Cemetery in Spooner where full military honors were accorded by the State Honor Team. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, Wisconsin.