Marilyn was born in Pontiac, Michigan, to Clarence and Irene Garnett on November 10, 1938. She met her beloved husband Edmund at a drive in movie theater in 1957, and they went on to have four daughters, Peggy, Kim, Cheryl, and Joann. Marilyn was a dedicated wife and mother, spending most of her time taking care of the girls and working in the Pontiac school system.
Marilyn is survived by her three daughters; Kim June, Cheryl (Cary) Hewitt, and Joann (Rick) Goins, 9 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband Edmund, and daughter Peggy Whitman.
A visitation for Marilyn will be held Friday, December 13, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester, Michigan 48307. A visitation will occur Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester, Michigan 48307. A funeral service will occur Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 12:30 PM, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester, Michigan 48307.
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