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Marilyn I. Wackenhut, age 94 of Saline, passed away peacefully September 18, 2024, at the Chelsea Retirement Community.
Marilyn was born December 11, 1929, to Norman and Mildred (Tower) Guenther. After graduating from U High in 1947, Marilyn worked for Miss Muelig’s for several years. On October 6, 1951, she married the love of her life, Harold Wackenhut, and they shared 70 years of devotion to each other. Together they started a family and raised three daughters.
Marilyn was a long-time member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Saline. She served on the Alter Guild, Mary Martha Guild, and she especially loved being in the choir, giving her the opportunity to share her beautiful voice for many years.
To cherish her memory, Marilyn leaves her three daughters: Susan Collins, Beverly (Ronald) Cameron, and Krista (Gregory) Huggett; four grandchildren: Amber (Troy) Cuvelier, Derek Brisboe, Cory Cameron, and Lukas (Kailen) Cameron; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and very dear friends, Ed and Laura Sala.
Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and her brother, Kenneth.
Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 2:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Saline. A service celebrating her life will be held at the church on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 11:00 A.M., with visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M. Pastor Isaac Papenfuss will officiate. Procession to Lodi Township Cemetery will follow. Everyone is then welcome back at the church for a luncheon.
In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution in Marilyn’s honor is asked to please consider Trinity Lutheran Church, Arbor Hospice, or the Saline Area Meals on Wheels.
To share a fond memory of Marilyn, sign her guestbook, or for directions, please visit www.rbfhsaline.com.
