Allen Gilbertson, age 86 of Winona died Sunday, November 8 at Lake Winona Manner. Allen was born in Rushford, MN to John and Selma Gilbertson. He loved motorcycles, John Deere tractors, and trucks. Allen drove for Goodyear of Winona for 20+ years. On December 30, 1950 Allen married the love of his life, Anna Mary Rumpca, they would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this year. Allen was mr. fix-it, hobby farmer, and a friend to many, but to those close to him he was a loving father, husband, and family man through and through. He was also involved in the Two Cylinder Club, Winona Valley Riders, and avid fan of Farm Fest.Allen is survived by his wife, Anna Mary Rumpca; children, Jackie (Vince) Milene, Deb (Steve) Groth; grandchildren, Gabe (Stacey) Milene, Tony (Misty) Milene, Cris (Tim) Sward, Tim Groth, Allen (Kelsey) Groth; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Dora Rivers. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Donna, Milda, and John.A memorial gathering for Allen will be held Friday, November 13 from 3-6PM with a short memory service starting at 5 at Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview. Private family interment at Rushford Lutheran Cemetery.
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