Marvin George Heutmaker was born in the family home on March 3, 1929 in Victoria, MN, to the parents of Arthur and Eleanor “Ella” (Tschimperle) Heutmaker. He was the second of five children. Marvin’s childhood years were spent in Victoria. He attended and graduated from the eighth grade at St. Victoria Catholic School.

Serving in the United States Army, Marvin’s tour was for four years. Returning from a non-combat mission overseas, his ship saw the shores of the Unites States, but turned right around and they saw the beginning of the Korean War. He was the recipient of the Purple Heart, not one but 5 bronze stars, the presidential unit citation and a combat infinity badge all from his courage efforts. His was discharge as a Sergeant First Class. Throughout his life, Marvin carried shrapnel in his back, reminding him daily of his years served.

Returning from the military, Marvin held numerous jobs for decades and lived in different care facilities in many communities. As a young boy, he enjoyed playing baseball. In his earlier years, Marvin was the pitcher for the Vic’s town team. He even had a chance to play with his brother and cousins. After the games, the teams would gather at the lake and enjoyed time being together. In his spare time, Marvin enjoyed socializing at the local pubs.

As a young boy, Marvin’s foundation for fishing began on Lake Victoria. This love carried throughout his life. His passion in life was his family. He loved attending family weddings and gathering, just so he could visit with his siblings and teasing his nieces and nephews

A gentle person, yet a faithful servant, Marvin was 82 old and a resident of the Minneapolis VA Home. Marvin entered God’s arms in the early morning hours of Thursday, December 22, 2011 at the Minneapolis Veteran’s Home.

Forever loved, Marvin will be deeply missed by his sisters, Harriet Meuleners of Cologne, Lila Klehr of Jordan; sister-in-law, Mary Heutmaker of Belle Plaine; many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Marvin is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Ella; sister, Lillian Sacco; brother, Vernon Heutmaker.

Marvin’s pall bearers will be Duane Klehr, Alan Klehr, Gary Heutmaker, Jacob Siegle, David Meuleners and Ronald Schmitz.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, December 29 at 11 a.m., with visitation starting at 9:30 a.m., all at St. Victoria Catholic Church, 8228 Victoria Drive, Victoria. Father Bob White will officiate. Marvin will be laid to rest at St. Victoria Cemetery in Victoria, with full military honors provided by the Jordan Volunteer Rifle Squad.

The Heutmaker family is served with honor, care and compassion by Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Jordan Chapel.

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