Marvin Oligmueller
September 13, 1928 ~ April 28, 2010
Mass of Christian Burial were held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Miller with Father Chester Murtha officiating. Burial followed in St. Ann's Cemetery at Miller. Visitation was held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 3, 2010 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at the church.
Marvin was born on September 13, 1928 at Polo, South Dakota to John and Bernadine (Schlechter) Oligmueller. He grew up on a farm south of Highmore and attended country school. He married Alyce Schweigerdt on October 29, 1952 in Miller, South Dakota. To this union five children were born. He began his married life working for the Jennings Brothers. In 1954, they moved to Miller and began working with his father-in-law at the movie theatres and Wilson Redi-Mix. He ventured out on his own and formed Oligmueller Construction.
In 1963, they purchased the Midway Drive-In and Princess Theatres. With the help of his wife Alyce, they ran the business until retiring in 2003. Marvin was a private cement contractor in the area for many years. In December of 2009, he entered the Miller Good Samaritan Living Center.
He enjoyed sports, hunting, gardening, and early morning coffee with his friends but fishing was his true passion. He cherished time he could spend with family and friends and always loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.
Marvin was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church and served on the Miller City Council.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 57 years, Alyce of Miller; his five children: Randy (Tammy) Oligmueller of Miller, Cindy (Jerry) Jacobsen of Clark, Kris (Ken) Stevens of Miller, Rick (Jan) Oligmueller of Plymouth, MN, and Chuck (Vicki) Oligmueller of Scottsdale, AZ.; 14 grandchildren: John and Betsey Coughlin, Lexie, Brady and Taylor Jacobsen, Brett (Roxanne) Stevens, Mistelle (Chris) Christenson, Aaron Stevens, Jeremy (Licia) Oligmueller, Katie and Jenny Oligmueller and Andrew, Rachel and Ellie Oligmueller; four great-grandchildren: Kellan and Jaden Oligmueller and Carter and Kennedy Christenson; three sisters: Rita (Bill) Kusser, Mary (Vern) Hill and Lorraine Gilmore; one brother, Leonard (Marguerite) Oligmueller; one sister-in-law, Kay Oligmueller; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Vincent and Roger; two brother-in-laws: Gerald Hanks and Bill Gilmore.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Marvin's arrangements.
CELEBRANT
Father Chester Murtha
CASKETBEARERS
John Coughlin
Brett Stevens
Aaron Stevens
Brady Jacobsen
Taylor Jacobsen
Jeremy Oligmueller
Andrew Oligmueller
Chris Christenson
USHERS
Ron Welch
Scott Oligmueller
LECTOR
Susi Odden
EUCHARISTIC MINISTER
Dave Blachford
PLACING OF THE PALL
Randy Oligmueller
Cindy Jacobsen
Kris Stevens
Rick Oligmueller
Chuck Oligmueller
PIANIST
Connie Schroeder
MUSICIANS
Shane Bertsch
Licia Oligmueller
Brett Stevens
Lexie Jaconsen
John Bertsch
MUSIC SELECTIONS
"Morning has Broken"
"Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore"
"On Eagle's Wings"
"Song of Farewell"
"Amazing Grace"
INTERMENT
St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery
Miller, South Dakota
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Alyce & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Marvin was a great guy. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Just want you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Jean, Terry and Jenise
Dear Alice and Family – So sorry to hear of your loss. It is always said that those that pass away are in a much better place. I know that this is a very tough time right now, but cherish the happy memories you all have of your husband, Dad and Granpa and in time the pain you feel now will be less! You’re all in our thoughts and prayers. Dave & Jean Johnson
Kris – So sorry to hear of your loss. You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers!
Thoughts and prayers are with your family
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband/Father,and Grandfather. His memories will always live on in your heart. May it comfort you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. In Deepest Sympathy. Jeff & JoDee Bryant
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Marvin was someone that our family held in highest reguard. love the Price Family
Brett & Roxanne,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather. We will be thinking of you.
The Stephensons
Cindy and all of the family, my sincere sympathy to all of you at the death of a wonderful husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa. I remember the great smile he would have at basketball games when I would see him there, watching a grandson, he always seemed to enjoy himself. I had only wished I had got to see him in action at the drive-inn too. All the best to you during this time.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord comfort you all and May Marvin rest in peace.
Marvin left a wonderful legacy in you, his family. My prayer is that you will be comforted in your grief.
Randy and Tammy I am so sorry for your loss. Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.
Stevens family…so sorry for your loss. Saying an extra prayer or two for you all in the next few weeks. May your memories be a great source of comfort to you. Eric and Ann Price
Thinking of your family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
Chuck and Vicki,
Rick and I are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time.
If there is anything I can do for you, please don’t hesitate to ask.
I am sure your parents are so proud of you, Chuck and I hope they realize what a great boss and co-worker that you are. I am proud to work for, and alongside, you.
Patty and Rick Fowl
My sympathies. Man could Marvin fish! I had great memories of Marvin. God Bless
Alice and family, Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Marvin was a great guy and worked hard to provide for his family that meant so much to him. May the love of God, family and friends be with you all.