Jack Swedberg

John Raymond Swedberg Jr. (Jack), of Webster, WI, passed into the arms of Jesus on December 13, 2018 with family by his side.
Jack was born on March 4, 1941 at the Frederic, WI, hospital to John Raymond Swedberg Sr. (Ray) and Lucille (Doetsch) Swedberg. His home was in Webster his entire life.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Tim; wife, Marjorie.
Jack is survived by his loving wife, Karen; daughters: Jonna (Al) Klisch, Angela (Kevin) Manbeck and Pamela (Chris) Rosequist; step-daughters, Michelle Hophan and Melissa Warden; grandchildren: John R. Swedberg IV (Cassie), Bryce and Britta Rosequist; step-grandchildren: Katherine and Adrienne Manbeck, Matt and Megan Hophan, Miranda Rosequist; brother Lon (Ellen) Swedberg; brother-in-law, Arnold (Barb) Holcomb; sister-in-law, Linda (David) Fellenz; along with many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Jack graduated from Webster High School in 1959, attended UW Superior and graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Mortuary Science in 1962.
He joined his father, Ray, in the operation of Swedberg Funeral Home in Webster, a 3-generation family business. In 1972 he took over the business and upon retirement in 1993, he sold the business to Pat Taylor.
Jack is known nationwide for his handcrafted fishing lures. He enjoyed deer hunting and fishing, especially for muskies. His 42# musky won a “Big Fish” award in Ontario and was netted by Jim Olson.
Jack hunted for many years up at “Doc’s Camp” with friends and family. He made elk hunting trips out west and pheasant hunting trips to South Dakota.
Jack and his pals tapped trees and processed maple syrup at Swedberg’s sugar bush.
Jack was a charter member of the Webster Lions and had 25 years of perfect attendance. While a Lion, he helped form the Wild River Boys, a raucous parade unit that brought fun and laughter to many parade events, winning their category for many years.
His woodworking skills were that of a perfectionist and his inventive mind created many projects, both large and small.
Jack was diagnosed with Myelofibrosis, a rare cancer of the bone marrow, in September 2017. He fought it valiantly until this November, when it transformed to acute leukemia.
Memorials are preferred to Yellow Lake Lutheran Church or the Webster Schools Backpack program, which benefits hungry children.
The family thanks St. Croix Hospice for their care and compassion for Jack.
A visitation will be held on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 4-8:00 PM at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at 11:00 AM (visitation from 10-11:00 AM) at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI, with Pastors Doug Olson and Ralph Thompson officiating.
Pallbearers: Paul Holec, John Neinstadt, Jim Olson, Ron Proffit, Roger Tollander and Mike Whiteside. Honorary Pallbearers: David Fellenz, Arnold Holcomb, Dair Stewart and Jim Taylor.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Homes, Webster, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com