Marilyn Fridh

MARILYN J. (CARLSON) TREADMAN FRIDH ROCKFORD - Marilyn J. Carlson Treadman Fridh passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011, in her home, the place she loved best. Born Jan. 14, 1925, in Rockford to Ernest and Bertha Carlson, she was the youngest of five children. Her brother, Herbert "Hub" was her best friend. She learned the beauty of watching things grow and of all nature in her father's garden. She loved her pet companions dearly. Marilyn had an artistic eye and enjoyed playing the piano and organ. She was a proud mother and home maker. Marilyn was a loving guide to her children; daughter, Pamela (Mike) Renstrom; son, Mark (Jaci) Fridh; grandchildren, Michael Renstrom, Marisa (Logan) Hautamaki, Brienne (Ryan) Kennedy and Heather Ruiz; great- grandchildren, Tyler and Annika Ruiz; her foster grandkids; and nieces and nephews. Her home was her world and all of her children were the stars in her sky. In her quiet way she taught the true value of family everyday of her life. Predeceased by her parents; brothers, Gordon and Donald; sister, Elaine; and husbands, Fred Treadman and Walter Fridh. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Kouimelis and the doctors and nurses at OSF, OSF Hospice, and to the ladies at Home Instead, Bonnie, Dawn and Char for their thoughtful care. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at Grace Funeral Home, 1340 S. Alpine Road, Rockford. Private interment in Scandinavian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Marilyn's name to Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary or the Goldie Floberg Center.