Gilbertson, Marie Ingeborg Retrum

Marie Ingeborg Retrum Gilbertson, age 84 passed away surrounded by her children on Monday, July 24, 2023, at St. Mary’s hospital in Madison. She was born on September 12, 1938, to Otis and Gladys (Nelson) Retrum, the youngest of three daughters. She attended River Forks Country School and then moved to Hollandale, graduating from Hollandale High School in 1956. She worked at Johnson & Hegland Grocery in Hollandale and at Strong’s Bank. On June 8, 1957, Marie married Martin (Junior) Gilbertson. Together, they bought Gilbertson’s Grocery in 1958 which they operated for 38 years. Through the store, they made so many friends and helped make Hollandale a great community to live in and raise a family.

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• July 27, 2023