Photo courtesy of Markesan Community Funeral Home - Markesan
Jan 29, 1954 - Feb 16, 2018
I still miss you and our yearly birthday calls Ed! I miss your smile. You always made me laugh- thinking about our past still makes me laugh! Sometimes I’m just at a loss for words. RIP my dear friend.
Gwen Taylor
March 02, 2024 | Anchorage, AK | Friend
6 years ago today you took flight from this world, brother you are loved and remembered - your laugh, your smile, your talents and your unique ways wishing you peace; grateful for a life shared. Ardy☮
Ardyth Gilbertson
February 16, 2024 | Shepherdstown, WV | Family
Now five years have passed since I heard your voice, your snickers, and saw your shining faceI think of you, and mom, and dad, and Dawn - fond memories of playing cards, listening to music, watching the sunset over the lake. Life is precious, and those we love (past, present and future) make the journey more beautiful, and lighter during the challenging times. Love is forever. Al, Jesse, Leslie & Vogun, Jenny & baby Logan, Mitch, Todd, Cathy, Danny, Pam, Adam, Laura, Cheryl, Janet,...
Ardyth Gilbertson
February 16, 2023 | Shepherdstown, WV | Family
O Ed... it’s been three years, and I miss you. I heard from Gwen Taylor about your upcoming 50th high school reunion. We shared fond memories, remembering fun times with you, you you do rascal! I send lite & love to you, Dawn, mom & dad every day.... peace bro your seester Ardy
Ardyth Gilbertson
February 16, 2021 | Shepherdstown, WV | Family
Your seester is thinking of you and missing you, bro. I know you told the hospice chaplain that you weren't afraid, just curious about what it's like on the other side. I hope you are now well, and safe, and happy, and that you always know that you are truly loved! Until we are all together again, sending you lite, love and healing on your journey... love forever, Ardy
Ardyth Gilbertson
March 02, 2018 | Shepherdstown, WV
Ardyth and Family
May the ring of love that surrounds you sustain you in your loss. Thank you for the funny and honest description of Ed. One gets a clear sense that he was a family and community man, well loved.
Barbara and Scott Weaner
February 23, 2018 | Montrose, WV
RIP Eddie - so sorry to hear the news. May God bless your family and friends.
Your cousin:
Stephen Gilbertson
Stephen Gilbertson
February 22, 2018 | Dallas, TX | Family
Edwin Hillard Gilbertson Jr., age 64 of Markesan, passed away unexpectedly early on Friday, February 16, 2018, at his home.
Ed was born on January 29, 1954, in Casper, WY, son of Edwin and Frances (Cox) Gilbertson, Sr. He was a foreman and master welder at Brenner Tank in Fond du Lac, WI, until 1996. Ed suffered a long and debilitating illness and was about to go back into hospice care when he was called home. In his day, he was an excellent cook, loved music such as David Bowie, Pink Floyd and other oldies but goodies. He was a second shift guy and loved going out with the guys after work for a few beers in Fond du Lac, “In Heaven there is no beer, that’s why we drink it here.” Ed enjoyed riding horses and his dogs. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the farm in Markesan and New Year’s Eve parties with friends in Milwaukee.
Ed is survived by a sister, Ardyth (Al Thomas) Gilbertson of Sheperdstown, WV; two nephews, Jesse (Leslie) Boyd and Mitch Brager; two nieces, Jenny Brager and Brittany Brager; a great nephew, Vogun Boyd; a brother-in-law, Todd (Cathy) Brager of Lindenhurst, IL; many cousins, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Dawn (Gilbertson) Brager.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Any memorials may be directed to Hospice Hope-Agnesian, 745 South Street, Suite 4, Green Lake, WI, 54941.
The family would like to thank Hospice Hope-Agnesian, Tyler Moderow and Kristin Bostad for their care and compassion for Ed. They would also like to thank many good souls in Markesan at Piggly Wiggly, Farmer’s State Bank, local Pharmacy and Doctor Ross Hazelwood and staff who helped and supported him in his final days.
May he forever rest in peace, through God’s grace and love.
Markesan Community Funeral Home is assisting the family.www.markesanfh.com
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