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Marilyn Huss Obituary

MARILYN J. HUSS, 73 BELVIDERE - Marilyn J. Huss, 73, of Belvidere died peacefully, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Northwoods Care Center after a lengthy illness. Born Jan. 20, 1938, in Marengo, the daughter of Herman and Nora (Simpkins) Knake. She volunteered her time at Keen Age Center. She will be remembered for her beautiful singing voice and her wonderful cooking and baking. Marilyn is loved and will be missed by her children, Cheryl (Norman) Farel and Brenda (James) Brown, both of Belvidere, Jeffrey (Kathy) Huss of Springfield, Mo., Annette (Rick) Roray of Woodstock and Robert (Mary) Huss of Hebron; brothers, and sisters, Pete Knake, Edna Wesphal, Shirley Watson, Harold (Pat) Knake and Ellen (George) Rigsby; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and son-in-law, Terry Wadington. Predeceased by her parents; son, Bernard Huss; and brothers, Herman (Stella), Laverne and Raymond Knake. Marilyn's family offers their heartfelt love and appreciation for the entire staff and especially the CNAs of Northwoods Care Center for their loving care given to Marilyn and the family. Service at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, in Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Funeral Home, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave., with visitation from 9:30 a.m. to service time; the Rev. Dr. Robert Kopp, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Private burial in Marengo City Cemetery at a later date. Memorials can be given in care of Marilyn's family. To light a candle or to share a memory online, visit buckwheelerhyland.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2011.

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Sharon Thomas

February 21, 2011

Cher and Brenda, I wish I could be there to offer my support in person. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time, and I will see you when I get home. Mom and dad send you their love and deepest condolences.

Gary & Kathy Holte

February 21, 2011

Marilyn was a great person. I'm glad we had the time over the years to love, laugh and drink alot of coffee! I can remember when the girls came along she was always there to help. The girls called her grandma Marilyn and Brenda was Aunt Brenda.
Gary was also fortunate to meet and get to know Marilyn - the friendship began from day one. We will miss her very much.

penny and brian wilcox

February 20, 2011

sorry for your loss

February 20, 2011

Brenda and Cheryl: You may not remember me. We were neighbors during our childhood in Marengo. I just want to say I am sorry to hear about your mom. May God grant you His peace during this time of mourning. Jerry Paulson (Stillman Valley)

Josh Brown

February 19, 2011

I love you always Grandma, and you shall be deeply missed......you were my wind beneath my wings....allowing me to soar high in the skies, goodbye, I will reaaly miss you so much......but I know onee day we will see each other again

Letty Gustafson-Bradley

February 19, 2011

Marilyn was a dear person. Fond memories of her at the Keen Age Center.

Dawn Bauman

February 19, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. I always loved Aunt Marilyn, she was such a wonderful lady! Hugs to you all. xxoo

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