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IN LOVING MEMORY OF
John R.
Gilson
August 5, 1923 – December 15, 2015
Obituary
John Robert Gilson, age 92, of Cecil, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. John was born in Shawano on August 5, 1923, the son of the late Earl R. and Gerogianna (Ketter) Gilson. He was united in marriage to Mildred M. Kersten. She preceded John in death. John served in the United States Army during World War II, including the Battle of the Bulge. John helped to start the first phone company in Shawano, built his own home, was a cabinet maker, and a jack of all trades. He was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church in Cecil, a former member of the Shawano American Legion Post #117, Shawano VFW Post #2723 and the Knights of Columbus. John was very proud of his Irish heritage. In his free time, he loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends. If you visited his home, he wouldn't let you leave without eating.
John is survived by his daughter, Mary Jane (Paul White) Hoefs of Cecil; his son, William R. (Sue) Gilson of Richfield; one grandchild, Casey Hoefs of Shawano; one sister, Mary Holtz of Little Suamico; and special friend, Evelyn Wilke of Sturgeon Bay.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred; two brothers, Ralph Gilson in infancy and Patrick Gilson; and one brother-in-law, Donald Holtz.
A private family service will be held. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com
John is survived by his daughter, Mary Jane (Paul White) Hoefs of Cecil; his son, William R. (Sue) Gilson of Richfield; one grandchild, Casey Hoefs of Shawano; one sister, Mary Holtz of Little Suamico; and special friend, Evelyn Wilke of Sturgeon Bay.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred; two brothers, Ralph Gilson in infancy and Patrick Gilson; and one brother-in-law, Donald Holtz.
A private family service will be held. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com
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