Joan Larson

Joan P. Larson, age 67, of Danbury, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on October 30, 2011. The funeral service will be held at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, WI at 11:00 AM (visitation 10-11 AM)on Thursday, November 3rd. A luncheon will follow at the Yellow Lake Lutheran Church. A private burial will be held at a later date. Joan was born October 10th, 1944. She grew up in So. St. Paul. She was previously married for 26 years. She raised her 4 children in Inver Grove Heights, MN. Joan worked at American Hoist and Derrick and Waterous Companies. She married Charles Larson in May of 1993 and they had a wonderful and devoted marriage of 18 years. They retired in Danbury, Wisconsin and fully enjoyed their 8 acres overlooking a beautiful pond from their deck and porch. Joan was truly happy looking out everyday to whatever wildlife was putting on a show, the bluebirds and hummingbirds being her personal favorites. She and Chuck have been blessed with true friends and happiness in the north woods. Joan was a wonderful mother who supported all of our endeavors and activities. She always put the needs of the family before her own. She was loving, protective, fun, supportive, giving, and so much more. Her grandchildren loved her deeply and enjoyed every second they had with her. Joan was blessed with three sisters. Together they are referred to as “the Treasures”. Times spent with them and their families were some of the richest and sweetest of her life. She was equally blessed with friends all through her life. Her friends from Danbury became close ones. The Yellow Lake Lutheran Church ladies and their card club were such a gift. Their sisterhood and activities brought her great happiness and along with the congregation, strengthened her faith. She enjoyed quilting, knitting and crocheting, often making things for others. She loved to cook and bake and try new recipes. A craft project with the grandkids was always an adventure! She liked fishing and enjoyed her flower beds. Joan is survived by her husband Charles Larson; her mother Shirley Bailey; her children Kristine (David) Korngable, Troy Bolster, Lisa Bolster and David Conner, and Daniel Bolster; grandchildren Samantha, Sabrina, Emma, Olivia, J.D., and Thomas; her sisters Jean (Bruce) Larson, Deborah (James) Deering, Diane Bailey and Jim Pedersen; and 8 nieces and nephews; and special cousins. Also survived by stepchildren David Larson, Dan(Michelle )Larson, Jeffrey (Salesia) Larson, and Jennifer (Darrin) Kvam; step grandchildren Madelin, Jonathan, Joshua, Grace, Anne, Joseph, Carly, Abbigail, Sarah, and Elianna. Her easy smile and sunny disposition will be greatly missed. The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Regional Hospice, Dr. Patrick Hedland and his staff, and Dr. Daniel Schneider and his staff for the wonderful care she received. In lieu of flowers, memorials are prefferd to Regional Hospice 819 Ash Street Spooner, WI 54801 or the Yellow Lake Lutheran Church 7615 Co Rd U Danbury, WI 54830.