Marilyn was born August 18, 1930 to Gwendolyn and Wilbur Stephen in Cleveland Ohio. A loving sister preceded in death by her dear brothers Donald Thomas, Phillip Allen and James Wilbur. Marilyn was a devoted Aunt to Cindy Pritt, Donna Muetzel, Susan Stephens, Keith Stephens (Amy), Douglas Stephen, Karen Smith (Al), Craig Stephen, Michael Stephens (Sue), and Laura Stephens. She was also a loving Aunt to many Great and Great, Great nieces and nephews.

Marilyn loved to work. She had various jobs her entire life from working as a secretary in a doctor's office to working at a construction company. In her most recent years she continued to volunteer at Marymount Hospital and Twinsburg Library.

Marilyn had a knack for being able to chat with anyone. She had a great sense of humor. She enjoyed spending time with her family for any occasion and she loved having family reunions at her home. Marilyn was famous for making her cheesecake, a must at every family get together.

When great nephews Mike and Matthew were young, she was their number 1 fan attending many of their hockey games which she loved. She then enjoyed attending great great niece Aubreys soccer and softball games in later years.

Marilyn was an avid reader and enjoyed a good mystery. She also enjoyed going shopping and loved returning things too! She also loved to travel, including trips to Ireland, England and the Isle of Man, the home of her ancestors.

Marilyn will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Now let's all have a Martini to honor the memory of Aunt Marilyn!

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Western Reserve Hospice