St. Croix County, nestled in the scenic northwestern region of Wisconsin, was officially established on August 3, 1840. It emerged from the vast territories of Crawford County, which, at the time, encompassed a significant portion of Wisconsin’s present-day geography. This county is a tribute to the St. Croix River, a vital waterway that forms part of its western boundary and serves as a natural divider between Wisconsin and Minnesota. The river itself was named by French explorers in the 17th century, with “Saint Croix” translating to “Holy Cross” in English, reflecting the European explorers’ practice of imbuing new lands and natural features with religious significance.
“This Was Hudson” by Willis H. Miller is a compact yet rich compilation of historical narratives focusing on Hudson, Wisconsin, originally published in 1955 by the Star-Observer Publishing Co. This book emerged from a special centennial edition of the Hudson Star-Observer, the town’s weekly newspaper, which marked its 100th anniversary in 1954. The edition featured a collection of articles that captured the essence and history of Hudson and its surrounding areas.
In the heart of the American Midwest, nestled along the scenic banks of the Willow River and the St. Croix, lies Hudson, Wisconsin—a city with a storied past and a vibrant present. The “Hudson Centennial Souvenir Program, 1857-1957,” published by the Hudson Wisconsin Centennial Committee was written to showcase the city’s rich history. This program commemorates the 100th anniversary of Hudson’s charter as a city, celebrating a journey that began in the early 19th century.
Richard Gordon Griffey, 55, a former Baker City resident, died of sudden heart failure on April 8, 2003, at Baldwin, Wis. His funeral was April 12. The Rev. Jason Harris, River Church pastor, conducted the service. River Falls Chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars performed military honors. Interment was at the Greenwood Cemetery at River Falls, Wis. Richard was born on Jan. 21, 1948, to Gordon and Virginia Biller Griffey. He grew up in the Kinnickinnic Valley and was a 1966 River Falls, Wis., High School graduate. He received his bachelor’s degree in farm crops from Oregon State University … Read more
Wisconsin Cemetery records are listed by county then name of cemetery within the Wisconsin county. Most of these are complete indices at the time of transcription, however, in some cases we list the listing when it is only a partial listing. St. Croix County, Wisconsin Cemetery Records Hosted at St. Croix County, Wisconsin WIGenWeb Calvary Cemetery German Settlement Cemetery Holy Rosary Cemetery New Richmond Cemetery Saint Patrick’s of Erin Prairie Warren Cemetery Willow River Cemetery
A comprehensive roster of casualties from St. Croix County, Wisconsin, detailing the hometown, age, unit, location of death, and cause of death for soldiers, sailors, marines, and nurses who sacrificed their lives during World War I.