Greg Jergenson died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Sunday, February 27, 2022. Greg was 68 years old and deeply loved by his family and friends. Greg was the son of Carl (Bennie) and Emily (Dollie Cole) Jergenson. He grew up with his parents and brothers on their dairy farm in rural Almena. He attended local schools and was active in Happy Harvesters 4-H club. Greg was proud to show sheep and dairy at the Barron County Fair and Wisconsin State Fair. When his parents retired, he moved with them to live in Barron.

Greg worked for over 10 years at Jerome Foods and later with Barron County Day Development Center. For a number of years he worked with a crew at the Barron County Recycling Center. He was a faithful member of First Lutheran Church. He loved and was always inquiring about his family and friends, and enthusiastic about birthdays and holidays.

Greg and Terry enjoyed doing many things together. As avid sports fans, they attended as many Barron High School athletic events as they could. Several times they watched the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team play the Minnesota Twins in Minneapolis. Greg enjoyed a “bucket list” weekend when they attended a winning Brewers game at Miller Park and a Green Bay Packers game at Lambeau Field with Tim and Mary Jean. He also traveled with them to Arizona to see the Brewers in Spring Training and visit the Grand Canyon. An athlete himself, Greg ran track and field events with Barron County Special Olympics. Greg also cheered for the Wisconsin Badgers.

Greg is survived by his brothers, Tim (Mary Jean) Jergenson and Terry Jergenson; nephew, Joshua Jergenson; niece, Sarah Jergenson; extended family and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Susan.

He and his family were grateful for the special care workers from Home Sweet Home who enabled him to stay living in his own home, with a high quality of life, even as his health needs increased.

A funeral service for Greg will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 11:00 am at First Lutheran Church in Barron. Visitation will start at 10:00 am for one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at Ebenezer Cemetery in rural Almena at a later date.

Arrangements are being handled by Rausch and Steel Funeral Home in Barron.

Last Update: Mar 01, 2022 3:33 pm CST