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Marvin R. Gibson

Marvin R. Gibson

Marvin R. Gibson age 75 of Elmwood, passed away on Wednesday June 7, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Health System-Red Cedar, in Menomonie,

Marv was born May 21, 1942 in Durand, the son of Stanley and Edith (Sly) Gibson.  He grew up on the family farm near Eau Galle. Marv graduated from Durand High School in 1960.  Marv worked for Sweeney Brothers Construction for a few years.  He married Diane F. Stringer, January 23, 1964 in South Dakota.  Marv had an interest in water treatment, and began his own water treatment business, Water Care Services, in Elmwood in 1985.  Marv and Diane operated the business until 2006, when they took a less active part in the business.

Marv enjoyed being outdoors, hunting and fishing.

Marv is survived by his wife of 53 years, Diane, three children, Felicia Harnish of Elmwood, Corey (Robin) of Eau Galle, Troy (Jenny) of Hazelhust, seven grandchildren, Nick, Alex, April, Victor, Jacob, Benjamin and Grant, two step grandchildren, Jason and Jake, three brothers, Bill (Bonnie) of Altoona, Dave (Joan) of Eau Galle, Ken (Joan) of Menomonie, one sister, Marlys (Ken) Drevenstedt of Bloomington, MN, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Jim, two sisters, Lavone Fedie and Lois Martin.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday June 13, 2017 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Elmwood.

Private Graveside services will be held at Clearview Cemetery in Eau Galle.

Condolences

  1. Kimberly Novotney

    Mark was simply a wonderful and kind man!

    My most sincere and deepest sympathies !

    May loving memories comfort your hearts at this time of loss!

    Kimberly Novotney

  2. Lois Sipple

    Hi Diane and family, I was so sorry to see Marv's obit in the paper. I remember all the stories my sister, Kay, told about when you babysat Bethany. Best one was when Beth was sitting on Marv's lap when Kay went to pick her up. Beth was holding a cup of coffee and Kay told her she was too young to drink coffee. Beth's answer was" But Marv lets me." May you find comfort in all your wonderful memories. With love and prayers. Lois Sipple

  3. robert w geraets

    Diane,our condolences to and families on the death Marvin
    Kathy & Bob Geraets

  4. Donna Herlache

    Our deepest sympathies to the Gibson family. RIP

  5. Char Larrabee

    Love talking to him when he came into to my work place to serviced the water system, he will be sadly missed. Sorry for your loss Corey and Robin.

  6. Betty Pax

    Thinking of you Felicia. Take Care.

  7. Beverly Joy Poeschel

    Rest in peace, cousin....

  8. Pollie Evans

    Felicia,
    Your father was always friendly & kind when I was a customer in your area. My thoughts are with you.

  9. Dale S Hammond

    Naomi and I send our deepest sympathy to the Marv Gibson family in the loss of their love one. RIP my friend!

  10. Jeanne Bauer Guinn

    Marv was a high school classmate and I am sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences.

  11. Connie Karshbaum

    Thoughts and prayers to you and your family Diane.

  12. Linda Melcher

    Felicia, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Sincerely, Linda

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