Carol Cran Bjornstad, age 64, of Osceola, WI passed away on May 3, 2025 at home with her husband by her side. She fought a 10 month battle with cancer.

She was born on February 23, 1961 in Amery, WI to Ralph and Myrtle Cran. Carol grew up on the family farm in Fox Creek. She was baptized and confirmed at the Georgetown Lutheran Church and graduated from Unity High School in 1979. She worked at Royal Oaks in Osceola as a CNA. In 1986, Carol started her 20 year career at Andersen Windows.

July 24, 1982 she married Vern Bjornstad at Georgetown Lutheran Church. Their favorite places to visit included Duluth and Two Harbors, Minnesota. Carol was Vern's favorite fishing partner. They enjoyed many fishing trips to Mille Lacs Lake and also closer to home on Balsam Lake.

She was also a good cook and baker. At holidays there were many treats for everyone to enjoy.

Due to health issues, Carol was also on Dialysis for 1.5 years at DaVita in Amery. Vern was her faithful driver to these appointments three times a week.

Carol was preceded in death by her beloved daughter Amy, parents Ralph and Myrtle Cran, parents in law Kenneth and Doris Bjornstad, Bouver Cran, Pete Cran, Herman and Gerti Belisle, Annie Linder and Lois Cran.

She is survived by her husband Vern, Charles (Janet) Cran, Margaret (Sige) Polensky, David Cran, Mary Cran, Jerry (Lauri) Cran, Ruth Cran, Brian Cran, Rachel Bjornstad, John Bjornstad, daughter Liz (Joe) Drutschmann, grandchildren Joseph and Andy Drutschmann, godchild Calli Bjornstad and many nieces and nephews.

 Per Carol's wishes, there will be a private family service.

Last Update: May 08, 2025 12:54 pm CDT