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Marvin Heemeyer
American welder and an automobile muffler repair shop owner most known for his rampage with a modified bulldozer.
Born October 28th, 1951 in South Dakota.
Died June 4th, 2004 at 52 years old in Granby (ballistic trauma).
Marvin Heemeyer of Grand Lake, Colorado, passed away at the age of 52 on June 4, 2004. Marvin was a resident of Grand Lake since 1972, and made his living as a mechanic. While living in Grand Lake, he was a popular member of the community, known and liked by many of his fellow residents. He is survived by his brother, Kenneth Heemeyer, as well as numerous other family members and close friends. Marvin will be remembered fondly by all who knew him for his easygoing nature, generous spirit and positive outlook. He will be deeply missed.
Death is the destination we all share. No one has ever escaped it. And that is as it should be because death is very likely the single best invention of life. It is life’s change agent, it clears out the old to make way for the new. Steve Jobs