Phyllis M. Bostrom 07/05/2025

Phyllis M. Bostrom, age 95, of River Falls, WI passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025 at her residence at Bay Harbor (formerly WellHaven) in River Falls.  A woman of deep faith and quiet strength, Phyllis lived her life with purpose, grace, and joy. She was a devoted wife to her husband, Donald “Bud,” sharing many years of love and adventure—riding motorcycles with church friends, camping, enjoying fishing trips, and working side by side with her husband in their family business, Bostrom Builders. She also worked in accounting and finance at a local bank in River Falls, earning the respect of her colleagues and community alike.

Phyllis had a sharp eye for design and loved quilting, baking homemade bread, and creating a warm, welcoming home. She was classy, well-dressed, and always carried herself with elegance. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. A woman of the Word, Phyllis treasured her well-worn Bible and found joy in studying scripture. Teaching and sharing God’s Word was deeply important to her—she poured that passion into those around her, always ready to offer encouragement, wisdom, and prayer.

Above all, Phyllis loved her family with a fierce and unwavering devotion. She nurtured and guided with grace, leaving a legacy of love, faith, and kindness that will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Phyllis’s life was a beautiful reflection of the word she cherished most.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter, Linda (Terry) Traynor; son, Randy (Charity) Bostrom; grandchildren, Zachary Bostrom, Kristin (Bryan) Symes, Kyle (Morgan) Traynor, Zachary (Jennifer) Vichich, and Jesse Vichich; great-grandchildren, Elle Symes, Carter Symes, Leighton Traynor, Dylan Traynor, and Miles Vichich. She is also survived by her sister, Shirley (Ted) Place; brothers-in-law, Robert Bostrom and Dennis (Cheryl) Bostrom; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, and other cherished relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert, and Mabel Thoner; husband, Donald “Bud” Bostrom; son, Curtis Bostrom; siblings, Rollan (Betty) Thoner, Virgil (Lorraine) Thoner, Joann (Chuck) Holmquist, and Lorraine (Kenneth) Nelson; and in-laws, Joyce (Harv) Bjork, Audrey (Don) Carlson, and Darlene Bostrom.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM, followed by the service at 3:00 PM at First Covenant Church (1374 North Main Street) River Falls, Wisconsin.  A private interment took place at Bethel Mission Covenant Cemetery.  Arrangements are being handled by Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.

Please click here to watch the recording of Phyllis’ service.