Marion Gelhar

Marion Elizabeth Gelhar , age 87, of Danbury, WI, passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the Frederic Nursing and Rehab in Frederic, WI. Marion was born on December 2, 1930 in Hastings, MN, to parents, Myrtle (Amy) and Victor Swanson. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1948. On July 31, 1948, Marion was united in marriage to Jerome “Jerry” Gelhar. While being the homemaker for her six children, Marion was employed by Smead Manufacturing for 8 years. Then later employed by Hasting Co-Op Creamery for 21 years until her retirement. In 1989, Marion and Jerry moved to their lake home on Minerva Lake. Marion enjoyed bird watching and spending time out in nature. She was always dedicated to her family and those she loved. Her specialty was baking, especially her chocolate chip cookies. Preceding Marion in death are her parents; step-father, Bill Lange; son, Ron Gelhar; granddaughter, Krista Nelson; brothers: Leroy Swanson, Gordon Swanson and Harry Swanson; and 1 infant sister. Marion is survived by her devoted and loving husband of nearly 70 years, Jerry; children: Sharon (Jerry) Nelson, Wayne (Diane) Gelhar, Joseph (Pam) Gelhar, Mark (fiancé, Belinda Tuckner and family) Gelhar and Jim Gelhar; daughter-in-law, Catherine Gelhar; grandchildren: Thomas, Lisa (Tracy) Mayer, Jeff (Jennie) Nelson, Eric (Kris) Nelson, Michael (Sarah) Gelhar, Justin (Robyn) Gelhar, Amy (Jeff) Sieben, Matt (Christa) Meyers, Tim (Amanda) Meyers, David (Sarah) Gelhar, Brad (Keoni) Gelhar, Pat (Jes) Gelhar, Jenny Cermak, Ryan Gelhar, Megan Gelhar, Angel Gelhar; 26 great-grandchildren; brother, Standford “Bud” (Marlene) Swanson; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Honorary pallbearers are Marion’s grandchildren. The Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 11:00am (visitation from 9:00am – 11:00am) at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Hastings, MN. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com