Photo courtesy of Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth
Frankenmuth, Michigan
1936 - 2018
Marshall E. Gibbs
Frankenmuth, MI
Went to be with his Lord, July 31, 2018 at Bavarian Comfort Care after a lengthy battle with Lewy Body Dementia; age 82 years. Marshall Elroy Gibbs was born on July 26, 1936 in Dover, TN to the late Marshall Elmore Gibbs and Evelyn Bove. He was married to Veonna “Nona” Wilshusen on November 28, 1959 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Flint, MI; she survives him. He honorably served as an aerial photographer post Korean and pre Vietnam wars for the Marine Corps. Marshall was last employed by LCMS-MD Church Extension Fund until his retirement in 2003. He was a member of St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, Frankenmuth Lions Club, American Legion, St. Lorenz Foundation, Flint Jaycees, and Flint Optimist. Marshall was an avid fisherman, collector of vinyl records, WWI sheet music, sports cards, and first edition civil war and military books.
Surviving besides his wife Nona are: a daughter Bethany (Donald) Young of Livermore, CA; a son M. Scott (Kiffany) Gibbs of Larkspur, CA; grandchildren Andrea M. Young, Cora J. Gibbs and Doran R. Gibbs; cousins and many close friends.
Marshall was preceded in death by a grandson, Eric J. Young.
Funeral services will take place on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, 1030 W. Tuscola, Frankenmuth, Michigan. Rev. Shawn Fenske will officiate with burial in St. Lorenz Cemetery. Marshall’s family will receive visitors at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin Street on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and at church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Lewy Body Dementia Association, or St. Lorenz Girls of Grace.
I have known Marshall and his family all my life. He was my dads best friend. We have lots of memories with him and his family. Vacations and swimming in our pool in the summers. He was a great man that had lots of knowledge about a lot of things. He will be missed very much. Love to the family during these hard times. God has gained an angel. I can only imagine what he and my dad are doing up there.
Patty Brandt Woodrum
August 05, 2018 | Flint, MI
Nona, Jim & I are sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Our deepest sympathies go out to you & your family.
Jean Whitinger
August 05, 2018 | Flint, MI | Coworker
Nona, though your husband is gone, he still lives in your heart and in the children that he has left you. Cherish and treasure those memories for they will give you strength to carry on. My deepest sympathies for the loss of your husband.
Wanda J. Bady
August 03, 2018 | Flushing, MI | Acquaintance
Sorry for your loss.im sure you an family have great memories .
Carl and Judi Dorton
August 02, 2018 | Winter Haven, FL
Mrs, Gibbs, Beth and Scott, so very sorry for the loss of your husband and Dad! I was a good friend of Beth's at Redeemer Lutheran. Mrs, Gibbs, you also were my piano teacher. My prayers go out to all of you!
Carla Dorton McGrail
August 02, 2018 | Ionia, MI
Mrs. Gibbs, Beth, and Scott, so sorry for your loss! I went to school at
Redeemer Lutheran and was really good friends with Beth. Mrs. Gibbs, you were my piano teacher too! Very fond memories of your family, and my heartfelt condolences to you all. Carla Dorton McGrail
August 02, 2018
I'm sorry for your lost . I worked at Satows in pharmacy and he always was a sweetheart to talk to. He will be missed.
Mary Morris
August 02, 2018 | Frankenmuth, MI | Friend
Nona, Bethany, and Scott, Our sincerest sympath to all of you. We remember Marshall with fondness and smiles and were so glad we got to know him while we were all at St. Paul. God be with you in the days and years ahead.
Kathie and Harvey Gerdes
August 02, 2018 | Lewisville, TX
Dear Mrs. Gibbs, I know you remember me as Joyce Hubel, I am Kidwell now since 1979. I want to express my deepest sympathy to you in your loss of Mr. Gibbs. God be with you and I hope to see you Monday.
Joyce Kidwell
August 02, 2018 | Clio, MI | Student