Marvin Emil Albrecht

Marvin was born in Winona Minnesota on a small dairy farm to Wesley and Edrie Albrecht. He had a twin brother, Marlin, and 4 other siblings; Myron, Marilyn, Melvin, and Maxine.

Marvin served in the Army and the Air Force. He enjoyed working on the B29 airplanes during the Korean War and later learned to fly himself. He was successful as an airplane mechanic for North Central Airlines, then owned a gas station and car repair shop, and even worked as a gold miner in Arizona.

He married Darlene Everson on Oct. 27th, 1960. They raised 5 children together.

Marvin loved camping and shared many motorhome trips with his family throughout his life.

He loved to tell people about Jesus and encouraged many to follow Him.

Marvin’s eldest daughter, Leesa Albrecht, preceded him in death. He will be loved and remembered by his children: Ruth (Phil) Sparling, Jennifer (Jim) Kepfer, Paul (Jeanette) Albrecht, and Sheryl (Jason) Williams.

Marvin had many Grandchildren: Phillip, Ben, Amanda, and Michael Sparling; Jessica, Jamie, Joshua, and Jimmy Kepfer; Lara, Seth, and Hayley Albrecht; and Emma and Lillie Williams. He also had many Great grandchildren: Hudson, Malakai, Everly, Scottie, Kennedy, Shep, Maelee, Ezekiel, Kinley, Tessa, Gideon, and Mercy.

Marvin had many nephews and nieces as well.

The family is having a graveside service and celebration of life to follow.