Vernon Marshall

Vernon J. Marshall, 76 of Coloma, WI, departed this earthly life @ 13:15pm October 14, 2010 in St. Michael's Hospital, Stevens Point, WI surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. Born December 25, 1933 to James and Verina (Wentworth) Marshall in McHenry, IL. Attended Rockford East High School, Class of 1952. Married the love of his life, Betty Colleen Hallstrom on December 26, 1953. Employed by the Brearley Company for 34 years before retiring in 1993. He then worked part-time for several years at Bob's Hardware. In late 2002, he and his wife retired to their summer home on Pleasant Lake in Coloma, WI. He was an avid fan of NASCAR's Jeff Gordon and a lifelong fan of Professional Wrestling. As his health allowed, he enjoyed standing at the railing on the front deck watching the lake. In recent years, he lived for visits from his family, especially visits from the grandchildren. He is survived by his bride of 56 years Betty Colleen; daughters: Kris (Greg) Gray, Nancy Marshall; son: Walter (fiancé Susan Meyer) Marshall; grandchildren: Melissa (Mitchel) Thomas, Sheryl Gray, Matthew Gray; great-grandchildren: Jeremiah, Kallin & Meadow Thomas, Brennan Folts, Callie Marshall; brother: James (Norma) Marshall; sister: Agnes (Richard) Leon; numerous nieces & nephews; sister-in-law: Sonja Krivitskie; best friend: Louis Zimmerlee. Predeceased by his parents and sister Jane Wrage.
Memorial Service will be held on October 21, 2010 @ 2:00pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Rockford, IL.




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