Marvin DuWayne Ehlers

Marvin DuWayne Ehlers passed away on August 17, 2023, at Riverside Lodge Retirement Community in Grand Island. Marvin was born on October 22, 1950, in Grand Island to Wilbur “Dutch” Ehlers and Della (Pavlik) Ehlers. He attended Westlawn Elementary, Walnut Jr. High, and Grand Island Senior High. Marvin served the United States Army during the Vietnam War May 1970-December 1971. He was honorably discharged in May 1976. Marvin received several medals during his time with the military including the Vietnam Service Medal w/2 bronze service stars, the Army Commendation Medal that is granted for consistent acts of heroism or meritorious service, a Combat Infantryman Badge, and numerous others. Marvin lived three lives. Before, during, and after Vietnam. He was very proud of his service and continued to praise God that he made it back to his family and friends. Marvin worked for his father at Dutch’s Auto Repair, Larry’s Steel & Welding, and also drove a gravel truck. Marvin owned and operated Marv’s Auto Service for many years. He was an avid car enthusiast, owning a well-known orange ‘55 Chevy and the popular green “Gestapo” a ‘57 Chevy. At one point, Marvin owned 3 Camaros, a red one, a white one, and a blue one. He was forever the patriot. Marvin loved to drive his Camaros, Corvettes, and pickups, anything that went fast with his personalized license plates. His favorites were MAGWHLS, CLAZZIC, and RUCK UP. The MAGWHLS plate adorned his walker which was a great conversation piece a the home. Marvin enjoyed tinkering in his garage while listening to loud rock and roll. He had a large collection of stereo equipment, records, and CDs. Music was a passion. Marvin was a kind soul who was well loved by many. All Faiths Funeral Home is assisting the family to carry out Marvin’s wishes of cremation. A military service will be held at Westlawn Cemetery, Friday, September 22, 2023 at 1:30 pm. A celebration of life will follow in St. Paul at the 6th Street V-Inn-U from 3:00-7:00. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in care of the Ehlers’ family to designate at a later date. Those left to cherish in Marvin’s memory are his sister, Denise (Todd) Couillard, nephews, Michael (Jennifer Shafer) Ehlers and Mick (Amie) Ehlers. Marvin was preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Combs and his parents.

Marvin DuWayne Ehlers

October 22, 1950 - August 17, 2023

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