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Marilyn Genever Obituary
Marilyn Joan Bentley (Miller) Genever, 76, of North Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday. Born in Buffalo, the daughter of the late Richard P. Bentley and Audrey Mae (Marsh) Bentley. She graduated from Buffalo East High School in 1953, and attended Buffalo State Teachers College where she was an art major. She also went to Columbia College and received a BA in education. Marilyn worked for the Syracuse Peace Council, Huntington Family Center, AIDS Task Force of CNY and retired from The Salvation Army. She wrote for the Blues Connection Magazine, volunteered at Beaver Lake Nature Center where she received her 1500 volunteer hours award and held a position with the Friends of Beaver Lake. She volunteered at WCNY and the Everson Museum. Marilyn loved to travel and especially enjoyed live music. She enjoyed fighting for a good cause and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Marilyn was predeceased by daughter, Jennifer Elizabeth Miller, in 1962.
Surviving are her brother, Richard Pete Bentley of East Aurora; former husband, George L. Miller Jr. of Wagoner, OK; three sons, George L. (Pat Albaugh) Miller of Oneida, Michael R. (Connie) Miller of Lowville, and Andrew R. (Ximena) Miller of Clay; a daughter, Rebecca M. Miller of Liverpool; five grandchildren, Jessica B. Miller of Waltham, MA, Jacquelyn C. Miller of Altmar, Kate E. Miller of Adams, Matthew L. and Xavier F. Miller of Clay, and several cousins.
Calling hours will be 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Greenleaf Funeral Home, 503 W. Onondaga St., Syracuse. Services are private. Friends are welcome to gather at 6 p.m. Sunday at the home of Andrew and Ximena.
In lieu of flowers, Marilyn has requested contributions to be made to the Syracuse Peace Council or Habitat for Humanity.
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Jack Denero
October 24, 2012
One of the WORST mistakes of my life was allowing myself to loose track of Marilyn and her family. I am shocked to learn of her passing. I believe the whole world suffers at the passing of people like Marilyn. This woman led a life truly worth celebrating. I look so forward to seeing her again, one day, some where in the future...
Sharon Ahern
May 2, 2012
Dear Rebecca & Family,
Marilyn was a wonderful person inside and out. We were so grateful in knowing the both of you, Rebecca. Losing a parent isn't easy.. May God comfort the family at this time of loss. Prayers to The Genever Family..
April 30, 2012
Marilyn would do the right thing even when no one was watching. She is my Hero.
Kim Ahern
April 30, 2012
So sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was a wonderful person. Marilyn wrote for us and had some memorable interviews with national blues artists. Those being interviewed seemed to open up a little more because of her easy approach, personality and knowledge of the music/artist.
Sorry for your loss, Rebecca.
Carla and Dan Wiemers
April 29, 2012
Marilyn was a wonderful person. We know her from Beaver Lake. She will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy.
The Czarniewicz Family
April 29, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts go out to you all during this very difficult time.
Meg Valovage
April 29, 2012
Marilyn was a wonderful lady. I'm incredibly grateful for all the fabulous times and conversations we had at Beaver Lake and will miss her very, very much.
Lisa Metot (Bortoloni)
April 29, 2012
Ximena, Andy, Matthew and Xavier,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Another angel in heaven to watch over all of you. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Love, Lisa
phil money
April 29, 2012
I have wonderful memories of Marilyn from the 1980's. What a time it was!
Her sudden passing is a great shock. It was a priviledge to have known such a remarkable woman. My sincere condolences to all who loved her.
April 28, 2012
Marilyn was an amazing person. I feel lucky to have known her and will miss her dearly. Heidi Kortright
Beth Head
April 28, 2012
Marilyn was a special part of the Beaver Lake experience. It was a joy to have known her, and she will be greatly missed.
Bill Myers
April 28, 2012
My condolences to Marilyn's family. She was a great person with a kind heart.
Cathy Brochu
April 28, 2012
Marilyn was a wonderful person to work with and work for. She had a great sense of humor and yes, I can hear her laughing.
She was such a blessing to the universe and will be missed by many.
April 28, 2012
So sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. she had a generous soul.
Allen Winegard
April 27, 2012
A true friend of Beaver Lake, and all who knew her. She will be missed by so many.
April 27, 2012
She had a wonderful personality, great attitude and was a stickler for details. You wouldnt want to get in her way if she was on a mission. She had a plan and she followed it to the end.
Will be missed by so many people.
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