Edna Richison

Edna T. Richison, age 73, a resident of Frederic passed away October 28, 2009 at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Funeral services were October 31, 2009 at the Siren United Methodist Church with Pastor Tom Cook officiating. Music was provided by organist Nancy Jappe. Interment followed at the Siren Lakeview Cemetery in Siren. Casketbearers were Josh Engstrand, Amber Richison, Rhyan Schultz, Matthew Howe, Laina Richison, Nicholas Howe, Tasha Engstrand, Molly Rusher, and Heather Richison. Honorary Casketbearers were Chad Howe, Sam Beedle, Stephanie Beedle, Emily Beedle, and Jennifer Corrigan. Edna was born on January 1, 1936 in Ladysmith to Theodore and Eutha Kern. Edna married Merlin Richison on July 2, 1955 in Atlas. To this union five children were born. She was employed at Capeside Cove Good Samaritan Center in Siren for over 25 years with her final position being the activities aide. She was a member of the Siren United Methodist Church and the Women’s Group. Edna is survived by her children, Kimmy (Denny) Lockwood, Carla (Rick) Howe, Larold (Debbie) Richison, and Missy (Tim) Beedle; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; brother William “Pete” (Bettie) Kern; sisters Nancy Schnieder, Bette (Merle) Brown, Bonnie (Brad) Hanson; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Merlin; son Merlin, Jr.; and granddaughter Sarah Howe.