Gwendolyn K. Johnson, age 81 of Star Prairie, WI, died on Monday, September 23, 2024 at her home. Gwen was born the daughter of Carl and Myrtle Nissen on September 10, 1943 in Sisseton, SD. Her family lived in New Effington, SD until she was in 7th grade. She graduated from West Fargo High School with the class of 1961. Gwen was married to Neil Johnson on December 4, 1965 at Faith Lutheran Church in West Fargo, ND. They made their home in Osceola, WI eventually moving to the family farm in Star Prairie, WI in 1975. Gwen loved to travel. She enjoyed spending time with her “Lunch Bunch”, Card Group, and Quilting Ladies. She was an avid volunteer, from teaching Sunday School, reading to students with the Grand Group at school, driving for Interfaith Care Givers, to quilting. Gwen was a kind, loving, compassionate and patient wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Neil; grandson, Kyle Johnson; great-grandson, Rory Becker; parents, Carl and Myrtle Nissen; sister, Barbara Lien; and brothers, Donald and Richard Nissen. Gwen is survived by her children, Bart (Pam), Kim (Bruce) Palmsteen, Troy (Amy), Trent, and Milana (Dan) Ricci; grandchildren, Steven Bolte, Elizabeth (Dan) Paulson, Danielle (Mickey) Larson, Brianna (Adam) Pecinovsky, Hayley Palmsteen, Tate (Lorelei) Johnson, Tanner Johnson, Tyler Johnson, Luke (Bailey) Johnson, Jasmine Johnson, Brantley Johnson, Lainey Johnson, Jordan (Jade) Hallen, Bailee Hallen, Britanee (Chase) Becker, Trinity Ricci, Tatum Ricci, Delilah Ricci; great-grandchildren, Finn, Faye, Aubree, Kendell, Walker, Wyatt, Carter, Kylie, Mia, Maddie, Kyle, Navie, Sutter, Marhett; sisters, Julie (Chuck) Debolt, Sandra (Dennis) Berg; brothers, Fred (Cherie) Nissen, Toren (Sheri) Nissen; sister-in-law, Rosie Nissen; brother-in-law, Richard Lien; many nieces, nephews and friends. A Funeral Service was held on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 2 pm at Bethesda Lutheran Church 1947 110th Avenue Dresser, WI and streamed live through the link just below this obituary. Visitation was on Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 4-8 pm at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services 728 S Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI and on Friday from 1-2 pm at the church. Interment is in Bethesda Lutheran Cemetery in Dresser, WI. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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I’m sending my deepest sympathies for the loss of your mother. Gwen was a very kind and caring person. I will treasure the times I spent with her during raspberry and asparagus time!
What a beautiful video memorial! Tears came to my eyes as I viewed the pictures with so many good memories of your mom/grandma. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. She will be deeply missed. Sorry for your loss.
To the Johnson children: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Gwen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Over the years we had many fun times together with both of your parents. Take care, Jeanne and Dave Madsen
Kim and family,
Jerry and I wanted you to know how sorry we are to hear this. I know she was suffeing so and this was a blessing for her. She is now reunited with your Dad. Remember all of the fun and great times you spent with her. Our blessings for healing of your grief, but know that she is with the dear Lord where we all will be one day. God Bless. Love you all. Julie and Jerry Glenna
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