Rawlen Bjork Obituary
Rawlen was born in 1931 to Magnus and Charlotta "Lottie" Bjork in Poplar, WI. He graduated from Poplar High School in 1949. He later enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving from 1954-1959. After his discharge, he returned to Wisconsin, and it was there he met Carol Anderson. They were married on February 27, 1964, in Oxnard, CA. Rawlen and Carol lived in a number of places in their younger years, following Rawlen's job. They lived in California, New York, Michigan, Minnesota, and Nebraska. Rawlen and Carol made their home in Warba, where they have been residing for the last 30 years.
Rawlen loved fishing and woodworking.
Rawlen is preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Steven Talbott; and seven siblings, Bob, Leroy, Erland, Ann, Vivian, Ilene, and Alice.
He is survived by daughter, Karen Talbott; son, Scott Bjork; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial graveside service for Rawlen and son-in-law, Steve, will be held at Warba-Feeley Cemetery, Warba, MN in the spring 2026.
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