Gilmer A. "Gil" Landvik

Gilmer A. "Gil" Landvik

Gilmer Landvik Obituary

Published by Star Tribune from Jun. 20 to Jun. 21, 2006.
Landvik, Gilmer A. "Gil" Age 93 of Edina died June 18, 2006. Preceded in death by sister, Evelyn Bruggencate. Survived by loving wife of 65 years, Helen; children, Thomas (Sharon), Karen (Brian) MacDonald; grandchildren, Allison, Becky (Jesse), Michael (Michelle), Briana; great-granddaughter, Isabelle; sister, Lila McKenzie; brother, Ralph (Francis) Bice; nieces, nephews and friends. He was a 1931 graduate of Milan HS, and attended the U of M. He was a Army Air Force Veteran of WW II. Retired as Treasurer of NWNL. He was a 55 year member of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, a member of the Lake Harriet Masonic Lodge, where he received his 60 year Masonic Pin, and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite. He enjoyed 75 years of golf and was a member of the Braemer Senior Men's Club. Memorials preferred to Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd Foundation or donor's choice. Interment Fort Snelling Cemetery. Memorial Service 11 AM Thursday at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 4801 France Ave S, Mpls. Visitation 6-8 PM Wed. (TODAY) with a 7:30 PM Masonic Service at: Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel West 50th Street @ Hwy. 100 952-920-3996

This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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June 22, 2006

Joan Bartholomew posted to the memorial.

June 22, 2006

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June 21, 2006

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Joan Bartholomew

June 22, 2006

Karen & Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your father. It seems like he led a very vibrant, active life until the end - which will give you comfort. You are in my prayers & thoughts.

Tica Hanson

June 22, 2006

Karen

I just returned to work today and learned of the loss of your father. It sounds like it was quiet and peaceful. Ninety three amazing years with many memories. Thinking of you today and your family.

Carol Beehler

June 21, 2006

Karen, my sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your loving and involved dad and grandpa. What a privlege it must have been for him to live such a long and active life! I know he was much loved by you and all and that he will be deeply missed. My prayers are with you.

Kathie Wieck

June 21, 2006

Dear Karen and family



My sincerest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dad. What a wonderful long life for him and with your mom 65 years. I think of you and Briana often.



Sincerely, Kathie Wieck

Cindy Berg

June 21, 2006

Dear Karen,

I am so sorry to hear about your dad. How lucky you were to have him active and healthy for such a long time. Deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Linda Benson

June 20, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. You spoke often of him so I know he was very special.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lin

Joanne Rocco Carter

June 20, 2006

Dear Karen,

My sincere sympathy to you and your family. You are all remembered in thought and prayer.

Warmest regards, Joanne

MARTIN PAUL

June 20, 2006

I am extremely sorry about your loss. Karen has shared with me many good things about her father.

Martin Paul

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