RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — A former Barron County Board member has died. Jerry McRoberts, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 4.

He served for 18 years on the county board of supervisors, representing District 19 in Rice Lake. Due to health reasons, McRoberts stepped down from the board in early 2024. He also served on the St. Joseph Church Board.

A service will be held for McRoberts on Saturday at St. Joseph Church, in Rice Lake.