Gordon DeLoss “Gordie” Kilmer, 89, died at Prairie Manor Nursing Home on Monday, July 6, 2015.

Gordie was born on June 8, 1926, to Frank and Jennie Kilmer near Eagle Lake, Minnesota. He attended school in Judson and North Mankato, Minnesota. He served in the US Navy from 1944-1946 as a gunnery mate aboard the USS Admiral R. E. Coontz, in the 3rd Division.

Gordie was united in marriage with Jackie Kilmer on March 25, 1947, in St.Paul, Minnesota. They moved to Austin, Minnesota, in 1947, when Gordie went to work at George A. Hormel Company. Gordie worked at Hormel for 38 years, retiring in 1986. Gordie owned and operated a snow-plowing business in the late 1960s and early 1970s. He also worked at Cedar River Nursery during the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Gordie was an active member of the Mower County Senior Center. He was well-known for his pancake flipping expertise at the Center’s pancake breakfasts. Gordie served on the Board of Directors and also did volunteer driving. His “crowning glory” was when he was selected as the Mower County Senior King.

Gordie and Jackie enjoyed traveling and camping in their Coachman motor home. They traveled extensively throughout the Western United States. He also enjoyed bowling, fishing, woodworking and playing cards.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jackie Kilmer; son, Kerry Mitchell “Mitch” Kilmer; parents Frank and Jennie Kilmer; sisters June, Arlette, Rachel, Morna and Carol Ann; brother Gerald.

He is survived by daughters: Kim (Julie) Glover, Jolie (Scott) Loiselle, Mona (Marlon) Wiegert; son Tracy (Amy) Kilmer; grandchildren: Shane, Shelby, Kye, Kristie, Amity, Kari, Corey, Chelsey, Jake, Devin, Macy and Quin; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter and special friend Jean Osland.

Gordie’s final wish was honored by donating his body to Mayo Medical Education Services. A memorial/celebration of life for Gordie and his son, Mitch, will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2015, starting at 4 p.m. at River Oaks (the old Ramsey) golf course club house.