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Gordon C. Kilstrom

Birth	:	16 Oct 1917 Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, USA
Death	:	28 Aug 1972 Menlo, Guthrie County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	North Cemetery, Amherst, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4082985, -72.5132980
Description	:	Gordon Kilstrom departed this life last Monday morning, August 28, 1972, along Interstate Highway 80, near Menlo, Iowa, as the result of an auto accident. He was 54 years of age. Gordon Carl Kilstrom was born in Chicago, Illinois, October 16, 1917. When but a little over a year of age he came with his parents, Axel and Karen Kilstrom to Akron, Iowa. He had lived here in Akron ever since. He was baptized in the Methodist Church during childhood. On Friday, July 18, 1947, he was united in marriage to Miss Marian McDougall. The wedding took place... Read More	Gordon Kilstrom departed this life last Monday morning, August 28, 1972, along Interstate Highway 80, near Menlo, Iowa, as the result of an auto accident. He was 54 years of age. Gordon Carl Kilstrom was born in Chicago, Illinois, October 16, 1917. When but a little over a year of age he came with his parents, Axel and Karen Kilstrom to Akron, Iowa. He had lived here in Akron ever since. He was baptized in the Methodist Church during childhood. On Friday, July 18, 1947, he was united in marriage to Miss Marian McDougall. The wedding took place in the St. John Lutheran Church of Le Mars. A silver wedding anniversary was celebrated last July. During World War II, he served overseas in the Philippines, particularly in Mindinao, for a period of many months. He was a member of the American Legion and Was Finance Officer for many years, past Commander and Post Adjutant in the local organization. For over 30 years he was employed by the Gassman Motor Company and more recently was Career Underwriter for Farm Bureau Insurance Company. He served his community in many ways, and in particular can we mention his work in the Akron Commercial Club and in the Town Council over several years. He had been a faithful member of Immanuel Church for many years and served wherever he could. This included his terms on the Immanuel Church Council. Gordon was a man of excellent character. His faith in Christ shown brightly in his daily life, both in his home and in his contacts with the public. His quiet, genuine neighborliness won for him a host of friends. Among those who survive his untimely departure are: his Wife, Marian; his three children, Marsha, Kent and Steven, all at home; his brother, Clifford of Sioux City, many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Thursday morning, August 31, at the Akron Immanuel Lutheran Church, with Rev. David Roy officiating. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery with the Schroeder Funeral Home in charge. Active Pall Bearers were: Herb Woudenberg, Fred Claesson, Jr., Allen VanderHelm, Floyd Davis, R.D. Gustafson and Daryl Port. Honorary Bearers were E.0. Johnson, Richard Dirks, Clifford Miller, Glen Milbrodt, Ron Kelly, Marlo Fodness, Grant Gassman, Verle Barwick, Russell Anderson and Richard Bean. Military rites were conducted at the graveside by Hoschler Post 186, American Legion. Akron Register Tribune Thursday, September 7, 1972 Akron, Iowa

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Gordon C. Kilstrom's memorial is located at: North Cemetery, Amherst, Hampshire County, USA.
When did Gordon C. Kilstrom death?
Gordon C. Kilstrom death on 28 Aug 1972 in Menlo, Guthrie County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 42.4082985
Longitude: -72.5132980

Family Members:

Parent

Axel F Kilstrom

(1884 - 1969)

Carin Johnson Kilstrom

(1879 - 1967)

Spouse

Marian Alice McDougall Kilstrom

(1925 - 2010)

Siblings

John C. “Cliff” Kilstrom

(1914 - 1992)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. North Cemetery
Amherst, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4082985, -72.5132980

2. Wildwood Cemetery
Amherst, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3903008, -72.5124969

3. Wiley Cemetery
Leverett, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4290200, -72.5304200

4. West Cemetery
Amherst, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3792000, -72.5194016

5. Pratts Corner Cemetery
Shutesbury, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4183400, -72.4700500

6. East Leverett Cemetery
Leverett, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4357224, -72.4857788

7. Long Plain Cemetery
Leverett, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4510994, -72.5250015

8. Plainville Cemetery
Hadley, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3758010, -72.5548700

9. St. Brigid's Cemetery
Hadley, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3721085, -72.5493240

10. Russellville Cemetery
Hadley, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4199982, -72.5755997

11. Harkness Cemetery
Pelham, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3777700, -72.4627300

12. Holy Rosary Cemetery
Hadley, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3699989, -72.5547028

13. North Hadley Native American Burial Ground
Hadley, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3929104, -72.5820236

14. North Hadley Cemetery
Hadley, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3903008, -72.5817032

15. Valley Cemetery
Pelham, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3871994, -72.4439011

16. North Valley Cemetery
Pelham, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3874590, -72.4425120

17. Bradstreet Cemetery
Hatfield, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4108467, -72.5941238

18. North Cemetery
Leverett, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4673720, -72.4983230

19. Arnold Burial Ground
Pelham, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3791850, -72.4405430

20. Quaker Burying Ground
Pelham, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3764000, -72.4424200

21. West Burial Ground
Pelham, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3889480, -72.4279690

22. East Whately Cemetery
Whately, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4446983, -72.5994034

23. Main Street Cemetery
Hatfield, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3707619, -72.5989456

24. South Amherst Cemetery
Amherst, Hampshire County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3348700, -72.5037000