Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Marlow Lindblom Obituary
Marlow Lindblom, 67, Bismarck, died July 31, 2006, after a year long battle with cancer. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 4, at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Bismarck, with the Rev. Thomas E. Kramer officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Eastgate Funeral Service, Bismarck, where a rosary will be held at 7 that evening.
Marlow was born June 20, 1939, in McLean County, to Ruth Borg and Lynn Lindblom. He was raised on the farm outside of Butte. He attended school in Butte, where he starred in basketball and graduated salutatorian from Butte High School in 1957. After graduation, Marlow attended the Minot Business School 1957-59, and in 1958, married Marcella Kramer, Minot. They moved to Bismarck, where Marlow worked at the Mandan and Bismarck Red Owl stores. In 1965, he began a career in the printing business at Quality Printing. Following that, he joined Leland Mast Directory Company, selling yellow page advertising. In 1977, he became a partner in Fronteer Directory Company, an independent yellow page advertising company, until 1997, when he founded Design Wizards Graphics and Data. His well deserved retirement began in 1999, at which time he and Marcy started spending their winters in Lake Havasu City, Ariz.
Marlow spent many years involved in the Bismarck Jaycees and received various awards throughout his years of service with them. He was a life time member of the Bismarck-Mandan Elks. In the community, he was best known for his involvement and organization of local softball tournaments and eventually the annual McQuade Charity Softball Tournament as their manager for over 20 years. He loved to play golf, pinochle and spent many weekends at the family cabin on Brush Lake. A couple of his favorite pastimes were making sure his lawn was free of dandelions and cruising Brush Lake on his pontoon.
Marlow is survived by his wife, Marcy; two daughters and their spouses, Michelle Lindblom (Doug Eggert), Bismarck, and Marla Lindblom-Trautz (Bill Trautz), St. Cloud, Minn.; two sons and their spouses, Mark (Dianne), St. Cloud, and Michael (Lynn), Bismarck; his grandchildren, Mckenzie Lindblom Eggert, Daniel and Lisa Heitzman, Jesse (Kron) Erickson and her husband, Aron, and Jason Kron; his mother, Ruth Lindblom, Bismarck; his two sisters, Julie (Rick) Bucholz, Bismarck, and Linda (Gary) Knodel, Minot; and two brothers, Russ (Coletta) Lindblom, Bismarck, and Bob Lindblom, Drake.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lynn Lindblom.
Memories and Condolences
for Marlow Lindblom
John Daniels
August 7, 2006
we knew Marlow from the softball world and what a prince of a man he was to deal with, he was liked by all that knew him and the mighty McQuade tournament was something he took great pride in and his efforts are a big part of making that event the biggest and the best in the world, the softball world lost a GREAT MAN in marlow , you will be missed by all,May the softball gods shine down on you in heaven.JD
john Daniels
President CEO
world softball League
Donna & Todd Thronson
August 4, 2006
Marcy & family,
It's difficult to find the right words, as there are no words that describe your loss and the sadness you and your family must feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Marlow will be missed. A man of many great accomplishments - along with a great family.
Jim and Carrie Trautz
August 3, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Although I did not know Marlow well, I can see what a great person he was through the wonderful children that he and Marcy raised. We are so sorry for your loss.
The Trautz family
John Frisk
August 3, 2006
Marcy, Aunt Ruth and family,
This is such a sad time and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I was very fortunate to have spent time playing and "working" at the farm with Marlow when we were kids. When Marlow, Uncle Lynn and you came to visit my mother several years ago the time we had together was very special to her and me. I wish I had had the opportunity to spend more time with Marlow and all of the family.
Lots of Love,
John, Ann and David
Jan & Duane Anderson
August 3, 2006
We knew Marlow from the National Yellow Pages industry where Marlow was a business associate of ours through both Fronteer Directory and Design Wizards. His infectious laughter and honest business style will always be remembered, as well as the personal friendship he extended to us. Our deepest sympathy to Marcy and family.
Dave and Denise Hvinden
August 3, 2006
Marcy: We'll miss Marlow's smile and laugh whether it was at a ballgame, bowling, or at the lake, he was always happy. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Dean Martin
August 3, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with all during this time of sadness. Know that he, like many that accomplish much and help many will live in our hearts and thoughts forever.
Diane Lapp
August 3, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Loren Lemer
August 2, 2006
Marcy & family, We are so sorry to hear about Marlow. We will keep you all in our prayers at this difficult time. In sympathy,
(Cousin) Loren & Rosella Lemer
Velma Carlson
August 2, 2006
Dear Marcy and Family,
It has been many years ago, but I do think of the wonderful times we all had when we were involved in the many Jaycee activities. My sympathy to you and your family. May God comfort you all at this very difficult time.
James LeMieur
August 2, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. Marlow will always stay in my memories as a kind, caring, funny man with a zest for life. I will never forget the time we spent together in Mexico and Redlodge.
Our Deepest Sympathy, James LeMieur & Family
Dick Grosz
August 2, 2006
We have many fond memories of Marlow and Marcy with the ND Jaycee organization. We knew Marlow to be a man of strong character, and fun to be aroud. We send our sympathy to the entire family, especially Marcy.
Dick and Diana Grosz...formerly of Beulah, ND, now Sioux Falls, SD
Sam McQuade
August 2, 2006
We at McQuade Distributing will miss hearing Marlow in "his" office answering his tournament cell phone with, "Marlow here!" Also his optimism and cheerful presence. We are so grateful for all the years he worked to make the tournament the great success it is. He is truly irreplaceable.
Our very best to your family.
Paulette Lemer
August 2, 2006
Dear Marcie & Family: I was so sorry to hear about Marlow. Our prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Linnet Wainwright
August 2, 2006
Dear Aunt Ruth and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Marlow. I want you to know that you are in your thoughts and prayers. May God bless all of you during this difficult time. So we are so far away that we can't be there but again you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Linnet (Borg) Wainwrigh
Janet Wald
August 2, 2006
Marlow will always be known as a special man willing to help out someone in need. He will be missed by so many people.
My families love and prayers are with the Lindblom family during this difficult time. We will miss seeing Marlow on his pontoon cruising the lake..
Barbara Sandel
August 2, 2006
I worked with Marlow for many years in the directory business. He was always fun to talk to. I even got the privilage of meeting him in person at a trade show. He will surly be missed. My sympathy to his family.
Pat Easton
August 2, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Jim Bentley
August 2, 2006
I have fond memories of Marlow and recall the very first time I met him in Hazen, ND. He was a National Director for the Bismarck Jaycees Chapter and stopped in my grocery store to talk about starting a new chapter in Hazen. Years later when I joined Fronteer Directory he extended his hand of friendship again and continued through email until his passing. He will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace. Marcy and family may God comfort you during this difficult time.
Donna Wucetich
August 2, 2006
So sorry about Marlo. He was truly a very nice person.
Dan / Sandy Wurzer
August 2, 2006
Marcy and family: Marlow and your family have been a part of our lives that we very much cherished through the last few years. He will be very much missed and fondly remembered for all the great times we shared at the lake. All our love and sympathy.
Sandy/Dan Wurzer
Jan Lindblom Ramquist
August 2, 2006
Dear Family,
I wish that I could be with you this weekend. I will be thinking of you. I know Marlow only through his brothers and cousin John. A fine man and a fun child. Love, Jan
Lori Lakey
August 2, 2006
Marcy, Aunt Ruth and family,
Our sincere sympathies in the loss of Marlo. I wish we could be there to support you, but since we can't, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. A time like this very trying, but the memories you share always seem to help get over the hard times.
Our love to you all.
Lori Borg-Lakey & Jim Lakey
Caroline Trautz
August 2, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and many memories will bring you confort as the days go on.
Sonya & Ardean Wanner
August 2, 2006
To the family of Marlow: Thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Marlow was an awesome man and will be terribly missed by all.
Showing 1 - 25 of 25 results
Make a Donation
in Marlow Lindblom's name
Memorial Events
for Marlow Lindblom
How to support Marlow's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Marlow Lindblom's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
