Floyd Alvin Bjurstrom was born on October 8, 1921 in Clayton, Wisconsin, the son of Frank and Ellen (Anderson) Bjurstrom. He grew up in Clayton and graduated from Clayton High School. Floyd farmed, but his major employment was as a parts man for John Deere working for Wilson Implement which became Polfus Implement. On October 25 of 1940 he was united in marriage to Elaine Cotch and together they had two children. In 1967 they sold their dairy herd, but still remained on the farm. Floyd and Elaine were fixtures at Clayton Sports events and supported the Clayton athletes with a passion. Floyd enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing for pan fish. About seven years ago they left the farm and moved to Clear Lake. He had to travel to Stillwater three days a week for dialysis. Three years ago they moved to Somerset to be closer to family and also to have less travel for medical care. With the help of others Floyd was able to remain in his home after Elaine's death. He had been hospitalized and then moved to Deerfield Gables in New Richmond where he had been for three days before he died on Wednesday August 11, 2010 at the age of 88 years.
Preceded in death by his wife Elaine, his parents, sister Ruby Monio, brother Melvin Bjurstrom, and great grandson Logan Miller. Left to celebrate his life are his children: David (Margaret) Bjurstrom and Carol (Bill) Curtis; grandchildren: Leslie (Kyle) Thomas, Kelly (Jason) Lundwall, Ryan Bjurstrom, Lauren Rathai, Conni (Todd) Outcelt, Kim (Steve) Hartke, Melissa (Todd) Miller and Terry (John) Degnan; great grandchildren: Cole, Garrett, Ethan, Avery, Anna, William, Nicole, Christopher, Alexis, Tanner, Dawson, Jack and Julia. He also leaves one sister Violet Wendt as well as other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 16 at 11:00 a.m. from Zion Lutheran Church in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin with Pastor David Emmons officiating. Vocalists will be Connie, William and Anna Outcelt. Organist will be Joan Meyer. Interment will be at the Clayton Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, August 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and for the hour prior to the service at the church.