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Mary Ella Fern, age 90 of New Richmond, WI, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. She was born on August 24, 1935 to David and Georgia Lamson in River Falls, WI. She attended grade school and high school in Roberts, WI. Mary was united in marriage to Kenneth Fern on April 4, 1954. They made their home on the Fern family farm where she and Kenny remained for most of their lives. They were blessed with five children: sons, Greg, Gary and Mike; and daughters, Julie and Joan. Mary was a life-long member of the Roberts United Church of Christ. Her family was always important to her and her greatest enjoyment was spending time with them. She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Georgia Lamson; her beloved son, Mike; beloved grandson, Kyle Forsythe; special nephew, Dennis Peterson; brothers, David Lamson, Howard (Bev) Lamson, and Harold (Ginny) Lamson, and brother-in-law, Ted Koch. Mary is survived by her husband, Kenneth Fern; children, Greg (Donna) Fern, Gary (Brenda) Fern, Julie Bolder, Joan (Jeff) Forsythe; daughter-in-law, Jody Fern; grandchildren, Joshua (Angela) Fern, Jennifer Madsen, Kenneth Fern, Jason (Laura) Fern, Nathan Fern, Jeff (Kim) Fern, Jared (Shawna) Fern, Matt (Lisa) Hawkins, Tyler (Chelsea) Hawkins, Katelyn (Dan) Van Dyck, Kelley (Mike) Gleason; great-grandchildren, Emily Madsen, Nicholas Madsen, Evan Madsen, Jack Fern, Audrey Fern, Hank Fern, Ben Fern, Weston Fern, Aubrey Fern, Emmett Fern, Arlo Fern, Aaron Hawkins, Arianna Hawkins, Makenna Hawkins, Gabriella Hawkins, Lyla Hawkins, Julia Hawkins, Nora Hawkins, Calvin Van Dyck, Quinten Van Dyck, Landon Gleason, Carson Gleason, Gavin Gleason; brother, Lynn (Kathy) Lamson; sisters, Joan Koch and Kay (Dave) Nelson; and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Mary’s Life was held at 4 pm on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services 728 S Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI. Visitation was also on Friday from 2-4 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be in Warren Cemetery in Roberts, WI at a later date. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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Ken and family- I’m so sorry and so sad to hear of Mary’s passing. I will miss seeing her come into the salon. We always had great conversation and lots of laughs!! I had prayed that she would battle this cancer. She was a great lady and did not look or act her age. She was so proud of her family. My deepest sympathy to you all!!
IS WAS THE BEST AUNT
Thinking of your family she was a special Aunt
Cousin Ken & family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. It is so difficult to lose a spouse. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Remember all the good times to help ease your pain. God Bless!
Cousin Ken & family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. It is so difficult to lose a spouse. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Remember all the good times to help ease your pain. God Bless!
Dear Fern Family,
May your lifelong memories bring comfort and heal your hearts. My sincere condolences, Sally Torgerson
My deepest condolences on Mary’s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family
My sincere condolences to Kenny, and to all the family on the death of Mary. Many happy times were had over decades of card clubs, visits back to Wisconsin, phone calls from Mary and one shortly before her death of which I will always treasure ! Rest in Peace my Dear Friend!
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