Joyce Wagner Obituary
Joyce Ann Wagner, 84, of Baxter, passed away on March 11, 2026.
Joyce was born on June 25, 1941, in Brainerd, Minnesota, to Alvin and Lillian (Rasmussen) Theien.
Joyce is survived by her son, Craig of Brainerd; her daughter, Kristin (Richard) Woods of Pillager; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Janice of Rogers and DeEtte of Fridley; one brother, Norman of Hot Springs, Arkansas; and her significant other, MeRelyn “Buck” Bray.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Lillian; and her husband, Vernon Wagner.
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7348 Excelsior Rd., Baxter, MN 56425
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