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Marilyn Wickersham
July 2, 1928 — June 3, 2014
Marilyn Ruth Wickersham (nee Arentz), 85, of Cary, formerly of Palatine, passed away peacefully June 3, 2014 after a very short illness. She was born July 2, 1928, in Chicago, to Albert and Ruth (nee Bender).
Marilyn was passionate about her role as wife, homemaker, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Because of her wisdom, quick wit, and caring nature, she was adored by many.
She enjoyed her hobbies of gardening, needlepoint, and reading; and cherished the time she spent with family and friends.
Marilyn will be fondly missed by her children, Donald (Mary), David (Joanne), Nancy, Betty (Mike) Carmon, and Wendy (Randy) Franz; twelve grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Raymond Ned; and a granddaughter, Jessica Lee Franz.
A celebration of Marilyn’s life will be held on Sunday, June 8th, from 1-4 pm with a memorial at 1:30 pm at The Onion Pub, 22221 Pepper Rd., Lake Barrington, IL 60010.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to McHenry County College Foundation, C/O The Wickersham Family Horticulture Scholarship, 8900 US HWY 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012.
XXXOOO- Marilyn