CLAIRE E. BJORK

CLAIRE E. BJORK

     It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Claire E. Bjork, 83, of Hixton, WI, on April 18, 2024.

     An only child, Claire was born Nov. 19, 1940, to Clarence and Myrtle (Berg) Bjork at the Whitehall Hospital, and he grew up in Hixton helping his dad on the farm. Claire graduated from Taylor High School in 1958.

     After graduating, he continued helping on the family farm and later also began working at the cheese plant in Pigeon Falls from 1966 until 1984.

     Claire cherished his farm and also loved to garden. His garden flourished under his care, and he often grew more vegetables than he could use, so he generously shared his veggies and strawberries with friends and neighbors. A lifelong sports fan, Claire grew up playing baseball and could usually be found watching the game when the Brewers, Bucks or Packers were playing. He often reminisced about going to Brewers games with friends Jim and Bob. Claire was a skilled hunter, and he and his father leased hunting land to other hunters for many years. 

     Claire is preceded in death by his loving parents, Clarence and Myrtle Bjork.

     He is survived by many friends and relatives. 

     A visitation will be held Thursday, April 25, 2024 at the Jensen-Modjeski Funeral Home from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a service at 1 p.m. A burial and committal service will be held at the Curran Valley Cemetery. Reverend Terry Marg to officiate. 

     In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Curran Valley Cemetery to aid in the perpetual care of the cemetery grounds.

     The Jensen-Modjeski Funeral Home is assisting the family, 715-963-2311.