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Feb. 22, 2013
Marilyn S. Chaikin, 61, of West Pittston, passed away peacefully on Feb. 22, 2013, at St. Luke's Hospice, Wilkes-Barre, surrounded by her loving family.
Marilyn was born in Pittston, graduated from Pittston Area High School, class of 1969, and later attended Luzerne County Community College. She was the broker and owner of MSC Preferred Properties, West Pittston.
Marilyn's passions in life were her family and helping others. She made many friends on her walks with her "kids," Mercedes and Benz. She was well-known for her beautiful smile, exquisite taste in clothing and hosting many family functions. She was loved and admired deeply for her generous nature and giving spirit. She was an inspiration to many, but especially to her family. She showed courage and strength beyond human nature during her time of illness and will always be remembered.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Marguerite (Preston) Hite, and her brother, Gerald Hite.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert Chaikin; daughter, Nikki (Reggie) and her husband, James Callahan; granddaughters, Nina and Elise Callahan; step-children, Shari, Kyle and M. Reed Chaikin; brothers, Thomas and his wife, Patricia Hite, and Robert Hite and his significant other, Melody Cecare; sister, Margaret and her husband, John Nemic; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family thanks her wonderful caregiver, Lenora Tokar, for her exceptional care over the years.
Funeral services have been entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Viewing hours will be held at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Funeral services will begin at the funeral home at 9 a.m. on Wednesday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, William Street, Pittston, on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Private interment services will be held in St. Mary's Cemetery, Avoca.
For directions to our funeral home or to express condolences to Marilyn's family, please visit www.grazianofuneralhome.com.
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So sorry... I am sure you still miss her!
Carol Shedlock
February 16, 2021
To the Hite & Chaiken Families,
My heart goes out to all of you, with sincere sympathy, love & prayers,
Margaret Barbara (Preston) Long
March 9, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris and Janet Molesky
March 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy. Marilyn and I were childhood friends.I will always remember her kindness.
Donna Lussi Timko
Donna Timko
February 27, 2013
Robert Chaikan and family. Truely sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Cal Leventhal
February 27, 2013
Nikki, Robert and family, So sorry about Marilyn's tragic illness and untimely passing. She was one Classy lady. Tireless professional and one of The Most generous persons I've had the privilege to know..she was a great mentor. I respected her and enjoyed all our time together. Sincere sympathy from Dee and Bib Fields
Dee Fields
February 26, 2013
Nikki and Robert, we are so truly sorry for the loss of Marilyn. Also So very sorry we can't be there with you to pay our respects, because we are away. I had several real estate deals with Marilyn over the years and enjoyed working with her. May she rest in peace. She had a wonderful daughter and husband so find comfort in that. Sincerely, Nancy and Roy Answini
February 26, 2013
Bonnie Dolph
February 26, 2013
To the Chaiken & Hite Families,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Love,
Bonnie (Schwabelmeier) Dolph & Family
Bonnie Dolph
February 26, 2013
Nikki and Family
I remember your mom the most when i was a teenager. I especially remember her exquisite taste of clothing as was mentioned. She was very sweet to pass many items on to me. She was a beautiful and thoughtful woman and will be missed by many. I am very sorry for your loss.
Linda Reggie
February 26, 2013
She will be Dearly missed by All who Loved her. May she shine bright like a diamond in the sky. R.I.P <3 Cousins- Bobby and Cheryl and children.
Cheryl and Robert Falvo
February 25, 2013
Nikki and family,
Always remember the beautiful memories. She'll always be
with you. My prayers for all of you.
Debby Biago
February 25, 2013
Robert-Nikki,
So sorry for your loss. Thought the world of Marilyn and always remember our times together. You are in our prayers
Joe & Vanessa Osticco
February 25, 2013
Dear Nikki, Robert, Marg and families,
My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to all of you.
Marilyn was my best friend since third grade. She was not only a very special person, she had impeccable taste, and was very generous. Everytime she would give something away she would always say, just say "thank you".
I was truly blessed to have had her in my life. She taught me so many things in our journey through life.
I'll never forget her laugh and how much she loved her Nikki. She was so proud of her and all her accomplishments.
Thank you to Robert, her wonderful husband, who provided the best care for her.
I have so many wonderful memories of Marilyn.
I'll never forget our walks to Grablicks on Easter Sunday in our "Easter" outfits.
Her friendship meant the world to me. I will miss her dearly and she will always have a special place in my heart.
You're at peace now, Marilyn.
I love you!
Linda Castellino
February 25, 2013
Nikki & family,
Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family in this time of your great loss.
Sincerely,
Jack & Susan Elko & Family
February 25, 2013
Nikki, Jimmy and Girls: Thinking of you!
Carol & Jim Shedlock
February 25, 2013
Nikki,
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Becky and Don Brominski
February 25, 2013
I am so sorry for you loss
Sharon Burrows
February 25, 2013
Nikki, Robert and all of the members of the Hite/Chaikin families, please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Marilyn will always hold a very special place in my heart; I loved my friend dearly and feel privileged to have had the honor of being a part of her life. Carla Saporito-Scarantino
February 25, 2013
Nikki,
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom. My heart goes out to you. God bless you and Marilyn's grandchildren.
Love & Prayers,
Aimee Coccodrilli & Family
Aimee Coccodrilli
February 24, 2013
Chaiken & Hite Families,
My heart and prayers are with Nikki. All my love & sorrow. You will be dearly missed.
Love,
Jeanne (Burns) Schwabelmeier
Jeanne Burns-Schwabelmeier
February 24, 2013
To the Chaiken & Hite Families,
Our sincere sympathy on Marilyn's passing. We grew up together, with her Mom Marguerite, as my Godmother. She shared everything she had with the people she loved. God Bless Nikki and her grandchildren, but I'm sure Marilyn will be watching over them from God's arms. Wish we could be with you all. Robert, thank you for being the special person you are and have been to all our family members.
Sincere Sympathy, Prayers & Love,
Margaret-Mary (Burns) Tews & Family
Margaret-Mary Tews
February 24, 2013
All of our thoughts and prayers will all be will you.to almost beautiful woman and a great mom u will be dearly missed but never forgotten your grandaughters will keep your memorie alive miss you ,and will allay love you
Pyour Minchak( Callahan )
February 24, 2013
So sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Janice (Evaskitis) Foster, Boson, MA
February 24, 2013
Robert,
So sorry to here of Marilyn's passing. Our thoughts,
prayers and sympathy are with you and your family at
this difficult time.
Stuart and Carolyn Bell
Dallas, PA
February 24, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated high school with Marilyn. She was a wonderful, fun loving young woman then and it sounds like she continued to be that kind of person all of her life. May God be with all of you and comfort you as you deal with her passing. She is in the loving arms of her Father. You are in my prayers. God bless you.
Rosemary Mednis
February 24, 2013
Nikki and Family: So sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was a beautiful woman and loved her family. My deepest sympathy to you..
Maribeth Jones
February 24, 2013
So sorry for your loss.....you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. Keep faith in your heart and memories in your life. I graduated with your Mom and she was awesoeme.
maryann tobin
February 24, 2013
Praying that God will give you the strength to get through these tough times. R.I.P. Marilyn
Charlie Tramontana
February 24, 2013
Robert-Sincerest sympathy
chuck &tina aquilina
February 23, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Virginia Bressler
February 23, 2013
Robert,
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this most difficult time. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Hal & Jean Flack
February 23, 2013
Dear Nikki - Marilyn, I am sure, was proud of the wonderful daughter she has left behind. My sincere sympathy
Pat McHale
Pat McHale
February 23, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Dr. Pat and Lois DeGennaro
February 23, 2013
Nikki: I do wish to express my sympathy to you on the loss of your Mother. God Bless. Sincerely, Jane Kopp
February 23, 2013
Robert I'm so sorry to read of Marilyn's death and I send you my sympathy. May she continue to watch over you and her family. May God bless you all.
Patricia Whelan
February 23, 2013
Margaret, We're very sorry for the loss of your beautiful sister, may she rest in peace as she watches down upon all of you.
Joe & Marcia Musial
February 23, 2013
We are very sorry to learn of Marilyn's death and extend our deepest sympathies on your loss.
Margie and Murray Ufberg
February 23, 2013
Marilyn was a wonderful woman; she always had such zeal for her profession & life. Please know that she touched many lives. God be with you at this time.
Margie Pretzman
February 23, 2013
Marilyn and I were Lincoln schoolmates all through the years until we went to the "new building" in Yatesville our senior year. As the two shortest girls in the class, we were always seated near each other and lined up next to one another, each proclaiming who was really taller. She was a lovely, kind, sweet childhood friend. My sympathy to you, her family, in your loss of Marilyn.
Margaret (Emma) Boyt
February 23, 2013
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