Marilyn loved music and singing – she was once a member of a jug band along with her favorite cousins. She played piano, organ, and autoharp. She enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, bowling, and golf. Marilyn dabbled in photography, submitting ribbon-winning photos to the Nebraska State Fair for several years. She was a talented crafter, houseplant and flower lover, and gifted floral designer. Marilyn also enjoyed reading and spent many hours working crossword puzzles. Her gifts and talents continue in her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Marilyn is survived by her children, Michael (Kathy) Kirkpatrick of Omaha, David Kirkpatrick of Omaha, Kathy (Dave) Jennings of Lincoln, Tim (Nancy) Kirkpatrick of Ashland, Laura (Steve) McKay of Lincoln, and Carilyn (David) Jordan of Jackson, TN; 17 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her daughter, Theresa; parents, Russell and Mary Eileen; brothers, Paul and Russell Jr.; and sister, Mable.
Memorial Service: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 11, 2021, Roper and Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive.
In lieu of flowers, Marilyn requested memorials to the family be directed to the Sunken Gardens Memorial.