Marilyn Meding

Marilyn Meding, 82, of Earl Park, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 in West Lafayette. She was born May 20, 1938 in Chicago, IL. Marilyn was a 1957 graduate of Jones Commercial High School in Chicago. She married Robert Meding on September 28, 1957. They moved to Earl Park in 1963 and still resided there prior to her death.

Marilyn was a member of American Legion Auxiliary Post 455. She served as chairperson for the Earl Park Festival Chicken Dinner for several years.

Marilyn worked at Tribune Showprint in Earl Park from 1969-1983, served as town clerk for many years, and most recently worked for the Caldwell Home from 1998-2012.

Marilyn enjoyed spending time with her family and watching old movies. She also enjoyed working on crosswords, sudokus, and playing solitaire daily. Marilyn was a great listener with a sense of humor. She always offered her support and love without judgement. 

Surviving are her children, Laura (Rick) Lemke, Michael Meding, and Ronald (Theresa) Meding; grandchildren, Sarah (Kevin) Clute, Christopher (Jessica) Meding, Kelly (Daniel) Eberhardt, Richard Lemke, Kaitlyn (Daniel) Nykiel, Tiffany (John) Gibson, and Lisa Pheifer. Also surviving are 9 great-grandchildren and 2 sisters, Judy Mueller of Zion, IL and Christine Gambles of Troy, AL.

Marilyn was proceeded in death by her husband Robert in 2003 and her parents Ray and Alvina (Zabinski) Ohm.

Friends may call from 10 AM (CST) until the time of funeral service 12 PM (CST) Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland. Memorial contributions may be made in Marilyn’s name to the American Cancer Society or IU Hospice 

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