Marvin A. Gilles age 93 of Plum City, died Saturday March 7, 2015 at the Plum City Care Center in Plum City.

Marvin was born September 9, 1921 to Paul J. and Lousia (Roth) Gilles, the 7^th of 13 children, on a farm a few miles outside the Village of Plum City.  Marvin’s three little sisters remain of the 13.

After attending the Gilles School, Marvin completed his school days at the newly constructed St. John the Baptist Catholic School in 1933.  Marvin married Mina Sweeney on November 10, 1942 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Arkansaw.  After marriage they farmed in and around Plum City all their lives.  They raised five children on the farm on the East Hill outside Plum City.  Marvin & Mina moved from their farm into Plum City in 2008.  Mina passed away in 2011.  She would have been 88 yrs. Old and they would have been married 69 years, that November.

Marvin Mina traveled some, including two trips to California to visit relatives.  Lots of fishing trips “Up North”, with good friends.  Much fishing, card playing, the tipping of the beer can.  What fun they had!  Marvin enjoyed visits from his kids, grandchildren & great grandchildren.  Marvin would have been 94 this September and is still an excellent euchre player.

Marvin always caught the first fish and he always knew exactly what cards you were holding in your hand.  He will be greatly missed by his family.

Marvin is survived by two daughters, Marcia (John) Paulbick of St. Paul, MN; Madrene (Neil) Nitzkowski of Bella Vista, AR, two sons, Kent (Diane) of Plum City, Brad of Catherdral City, CA; 12 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and one on the way; three sisters, Janette Sass, Marie Glaus and Eva Storm.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife, Mina, a son Scott, two great grandsons, Keegan and Garrett Roach, four brothers and five sisters.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday March 14, 2015 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Plum City with Rev. Paul Czerwonka officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Durand in serving the family.

Condolences

1. Patrick Gallivan April 20, 2015, at 10:01pm

   Dear Family,
   I know the Kampa's have been out of touch for some time since my grandmother, Mildred, passed away but I know she told me many fond stories about Marvin.
   I apologize for the late response.
   Patrick Kelly Gallivan. Kathy Kampa Gallivan's oldest son.

2. Sr. Catherine Gilles March 15, 2015, at 11:43am

   A belated message to let you know that Marvin and all of you are in my prayers.

3. Scott and Kathy(Hutter) Messier March 9, 2015, at 5:31pm

   I so sorry to hear of Marvin's passing. I enjoyed visiting with Mina and Marvin many times over the years and also when Kent would bring him to Durand for groceries. I could always joke around with him but he always got the best of me. He will be missed.

4. Ed Kannel and Marge March 8, 2015, at 8:03pm

   Our condolences to the entire family. Though the notice of Uncle Marvin's death saddens us, the loving memories of he and Aunt Mina were stirred. I always Eddie them, was blessed to have had a chance to be with him on some of those "up-North" fishing trips, euchre games, and days in the field with his Allis Chalmers - C tractor - all with his cherished pipe. Marvin, when you arrived at that big Pearly gate I hope you gave your loving wife a hug for all of us. You will be missed here.

5. JoAnn Steele March 8, 2015, at 7:42pm

   Dear Brad & family.
   I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I enjoyed your father so much during the years he shared 'the hall' with our mother. During our Monday night fruit bingo games we enjoyed Marvin's great sense of humor!! God's blessings to each and every one. Take care my friend. Jo

6. Tom and Kathy Unser March 8, 2015, at 1:55pm

   So sorry to hear about Marvin .He was a great guy. You're in our thoughts and prayers

7. Pat Frion March 8, 2015, at 10:47am

   I am so sorry for your loss .When I worked there he could never remember my name but knew I was related to Bob and Evelyn. He is in my thoughts and prayers

8. Karen Fredrickson March 7, 2015, at 7:44pm

   So sad to learn of Marvin"s death, he was a great guy and so much fun to play Euchre with, he sure loved to set me. I am sure he will be missed very much. Bernard and I send out deepest sympathy.

9. Jason and Jessica Eccles, Lilly & Owen March 7, 2015, at 6:11pm

   Our deepest condolences to the family. Grandpa Marvin was a great man and will be missed by many.

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