Service Information
Marlin H. Grack, age 71, of Glencoe, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Funeral Service was held Friday, August 27, 2021, 11:00 A.M. at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe with interment following in the church cemetery.
Visitation was held Friday, August 27, 2021, from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe.
Obituary
Marlin Henry Grack was born on July 5, 1950, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of Halbert and Edna (Grochow) Grack. Marlin was baptized as an infant by Pastor Streufert on July 23, 1950 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was later confirmed in his faith as a youth by Pastor Marquaret on April 15, 1962, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gaylord, Minnesota. Marlin received his education in Gaylord and was a graduate of the Gaylord High School in the class of 1968.
On June 9, 1973, Marlin was united in marriage to Cherrie Lynn Vollmer at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe by Pastor Castens. They made their home in Glencoe. Their marriage was blessed with 2 daughters, Carrie and Melanie. Marlin and Cherrie shared over 47 years of marriage together.
Marlin worked at Seneca for some time. He moved on to work at Glencoe Manufacturing, where he was employed as a sheet metal fabricator in Glencoe. Marlin continued fabricating with Spuhl Anderson Manufacturing in Chaska and later at Sackett Waconia in Waconia.
Marlin enjoyed bowling, playing sheepshead, fishing, and gardening. He loved spending time with his grandkids. And, when a farmer needed a helping hand, Marlin was first in line.
Marlin passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the age of 71.
Blessed be his memory.
Marlin is survived by his:
Wife, Cherrie of Glencoe, MN;
Daughters, Carrie Jo Donnay and her husband, Leonard, of Glencoe, MN,
Melanie Beth Grack, of Glencoe, MN;
Grandchildren, Connor and Chloe Donnay of Glencoe, MN;
Siblings, Sharon Pomplun and her husband, Richard of Gaylord, MN,
Orlin Grack and his wife, Mavis of Gaylord, MN,
Helen Lhotka of Silver Lake, MN,
Jolene Spaude and her husband, Don of Yuma, AZ;
Sisters-in-law, Karen Grack of Gaylord, MN,
Linda Grack and her special friend, Rob of Le Seuer, MN,
Bev Fritsch and her husband, Mark of Hutchinson, MN;
Brother-in-law, Ron Geislinger of Watkins, MN;
Nieces, Nephews, Other relatives and many friends.
Marlin was preceded in death by his Parents, Halbert and Edna Grack; Father and Mother-in-law, Alwin and Toots Vollmer; Brothers, Dennis Grack, Howard Grack, Jerry Grack; Brother-in-law, George Lhotka; Sister-in-law, Glo Geislinger.
Danielle Peterson says
Melanie and Family…
My sincerest thoughts and prayers are sent to each of you. Marlin was a wonderful man with whom I had the pleasure of meeting many times. He was always so sincere, warm and funny and truly adored his family. He has raised a beautiful and strong daughter, with whom I have had the honor to get to know over the last 5 years; Melanie. I have always enjoyed Melanie sending videos of polka music streaming loudly as Marlin was in the midst of a house project or listening to the funny conversations they would have during their walks together. He will be missed beyond measure.
I’m so sorry, my sincerest condolences.
-Danielle Peterson & Family
Jackie Williams says
Thinking of you all in these difficult times and sending you love.
Carson Priest says
Marlin was not only a wonderful man, but my mentor at work (even when threatening my life with his hammer) and dear friend. My heart is heavy with his passing. To his family, I can only hope you find some sort of peace knowing he only exists within each one of you now. Carry him proudly forever!
Krista Eggersgluess Stadick says
So sorry for your loss! Your in my thoughts and prayers!
Krista Stadick
Connie Harbarth says
Keeping you my thoughts and prayers. Sending deepest sympathy to the family.
Deb Kohout says
So sorry for your loss. Sending sympathy and prayers. .
Lynette Lorentz says
So sorry to hear about Marlin’s passing. Sending sympathy and prayers.
Kathy Ortloff says
My heart goes out to you – I got to know Marlie just in the last couple of years – always had a smile on his face. He will be missed.
Jeanette Miller says
Sharon and and family,you have my sympathy. Jeanette Miller
Sharon (Albers/Beneke)Rusley says
Cherrie and family,
So sorry for your loss. May the memories you made and shared help you through this most difficult time.
Betty Meyer Thissen says
My condolences to Marlin’s family. Orlin and Mavis, Sharon and Richard. Many fond memories! Peace and comfort to you all.