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Marvin Otto Brockshus

Birth	:	16 Feb 1920 May City, Osceola County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	6 Nov 2009 May City, Osceola County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Harrison Cemetery, May City, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.3130989, -95.4477997
Description	:	Marvin Otto Brockshus the son of Henry & Dorthea (Boernsen) Brockshus was born on February 16, 1920 on the family farm near Ocheyedan, Iowa. He attended school at St. John's Lutheran Parochial School as well as country school. While growing up Marvin was active in 4-H and loved Rural Youth. On February 18, 1951 he was united in marriage to Alice Newquist at St. John's Lutheran Church in May City, IA. To this union three sons were born: Robert, Allen and Larry. Together the couple were engaged in farming for 34 years West of May City. Before retiring, he spent... Read More	Marvin Otto Brockshus the son of Henry & Dorthea (Boernsen) Brockshus was born on February 16, 1920 on the family farm near Ocheyedan, Iowa. He attended school at St. John's Lutheran Parochial School as well as country school. While growing up Marvin was active in 4-H and loved Rural Youth. On February 18, 1951 he was united in marriage to Alice Newquist at St. John's Lutheran Church in May City, IA. To this union three sons were born: Robert, Allen and Larry. Together the couple were engaged in farming for 34 years West of May City. Before retiring, he spent several years farming in partnership with his son, Allen. Marvin sold seed corn and was a member of the Hereford Cattle Association for many years. Marvin was a lifetime member of St. John's Lutheran Church of May City, where he taught a youth Bible Class, and held many positions on the Voters Assembly. He was an active member of the Walther League and Layman Leagues. In addition, Marvin enjoyed many days at Camp Okoboji working to improve camp facilities. Marvin and Alice enjoyed traveling and visiting their son Larry at his different Air Force assignments. In early June 2009, Marvin was diagnosed with cancer. He entered the Sibley Nursing & Rehab Center on September 25, 2009 and passed away there on November 6, 2009 at the age of 89. He is survived by his wife, Alice, of 58 years; two sons: Allen Brockshus, his wife, Penny, and step grandson, Austin Folson of Spirit lake, IA, and Larry Brockshus and his wife, Nancy, of Burnsville, MN; grandchildren: Beth Brockshus of Papillion, NE and Adam Brockshus and his wife, Kristin, and their children, Loren and Nathan of North Las Vegas, NV; one brother: Herbert Brockshus and his wife, Marlene, of Ocheyedan, IA; two sisters: Meta Groff and her husband, Albert, of Hartley, IA and Erna Kooistra of Sheldon, IA; three sisters-in-law: Marge Brockshus of Ocheyedan, IA, Doris Haeckman and her husband Duane, of Ellsworth, MN and Inez Smith of Sanborn, IA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Dorthea, son Robert, and brothers, John and Vernon A Celebration of Life Marvin O. Brockshus Born ~ February 16, 1920 Died ~ November 6, 2009 Age ~ 89 years 8 months 20 days Funeral Service 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2009 St. John's Lutheran Church May City, Iowa Officiating ~ Rev. Paul Johnson Organist ~ Luella Heilman Congregational Singing "How Great Thou Art" "Amazing Grace" "I Know That My Redeemer Lives" Pallbearers Norbert Groff Steve Loeschen Roger Brockshus Steve Niswander Bruce Brockshus Duane Kooistra Ushers Earl Baish Bob Rusche Don Rassmussen Interment Harrison Township Cemetery May City, Iowa

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Marvin Otto Brockshus's memorial is located at: Harrison Cemetery, May City, Osceola County, USA.
When did Marvin Otto Brockshus death?
Marvin Otto Brockshus death on 6 Nov 2009 in May City, Osceola County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 43.3130989
Longitude: -95.4477997

Family Members:

Parent

Henry Herman Brockshus

(1889 - 1979)

Dorthea Anna Elizabeth Boernsen Brockshus

(1891 - 1985)

Spouse

Alice Newquist Brockshus

(1923 - 2015)

Siblings

Meta Christine Brockshus Groff

(1915 - 2010)

John Henry Brockshus

(1917 - 2003)

Vernon Arthur Brockshus

(1929 - 1958)

Children

Robert Marvin Brockshus

(1952 - 1971)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Harrison Cemetery
May City, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3130989, -95.4477997

2. Mennonite Cemetery
Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3278008, -95.4531021

3. Baker Township Cemetery
Melvin, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3142200, -95.5635700

4. Westport Cemetery
Dickinson County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3130989, -95.3289032

5. Union Cemetery
Harris, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4317017, -95.4344025

6. Ocheyedan Township Cemetery
Ocheyedan, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4124680, -95.5436172

7. Excelsior Township Cemetery
Milford, Dickinson County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3565000, -95.2907000

8. First Reformed Cemetery
Clay County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2399500, -95.2889000

9. Fairview Cemetery
Ocheyedan, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4482994, -95.4860992

10. Pleasant View Cemetery
Hartley, O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1719017, -95.4756012

11. Horton Township Cemetery
Ocheyedan, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4431730, -95.5436860

12. Goewey Township Cemetery
Sibley, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3357900, -95.6638800

13. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4599648, -95.5461197

14. Silver Lake Cemetery
Lake Park, Dickinson County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4441986, -95.3078003

15. Little Sioux Lutheran Cemetery
Milford, Dickinson County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2702065, -95.2109528

16. Lone Tree Cemetery
Everly, Clay County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1411018, -95.3347015

17. Randolph Cemetery
Center Township, O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1282500, -95.5257500

18. Calvary Cemetery
Milford, Dickinson County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3213997, -95.1688995

19. Steuck Cemetery
Center Township, O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1208500, -95.5440000

20. Evergreen Cemetery
Clay County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2052994, -95.2086029

21. Saint Cecilia Cemetery
Sanborn, O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1711006, -95.6524963

22. Center Township Cemetery
O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1150000, -95.5355000

23. Erskine Burial Site
Round Lake, Nobles County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5199240, -95.4838420

24. Roseland Cemetery
Sanborn, O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1852989, -95.6813965