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Marilyn Statler Obituary
1952 ~ 2011
Marilyn Martinez Statler passed away October 24, 2011 with her family at her side. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
She was born to Lee and Mary Martinez on September 8, 1952 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Marilyn was a loving and giving person and would befriend everyone she met. She was easy to talk to and generous with everything she had, especially her time and love. She lived with debilitating illnesses for many years, but never complained or allowed others to know of the pain she carried with her each day. Marilyn was a loving and caring wife who will be greatly missed by her husband. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a flair for style that was noticed by others fortunate enough to get to know her. She cherished her family and always looked forward to the time she would spend with her grandchildren. One of her greatest joys in life was visiting with her grandchildren and spending time creating "surprises" for them. She adored her dog "Buddy" and loved playing "hide and seek" with him, and she would often stop to visit with children and neighbors on their daily walks. Marilyn will be remembered for her love of living and life. Those she left behind will deeply miss her and know that she left an indelible impression on their lives.
Marilyn is survived by her loving husband, Richard; her mom, Mary Martinez; her daughter and son, Brittany and Ryan; step-daughter and step-son, Dana and Richard; her brother and sister, Lee (Lynnette) Martinez and Arlene (Swen) Heimberg; and three grandchildren, Isaiah, Jalen and Ella; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Lee Martinez; and former husband, Cary Memmott.
A special thank you to all of the doctors, nursing staff and countless support personnel at Intermountain Medical Center Intensive Care Unit for their valiant efforts, loving care, support and concern provided for Marilyn and her family. We appreciate all of you.
Marilyn requested a cremation take place for her. Her Memorial Services will be held Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 12:00 noon at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a visitation at 11:00 a.m. Saturday morning prior to the service.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.valleyviewfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Marilyn Statler
Tresa Sanchez Taylor
January 1, 2024
Dear Marilyn
I will always miss you! You were an Excellent friend. I miss your sense of humor, you always made me laugh. I treasure your friendship. I know you're in God's hands. May you Rest in Peace. Until we meet again.
Love Tresa
Tresa Sanchez-Taylor
October 24, 2012
My Dearest Marilyn,
I think about you every day and I miss you everyday. You were always there for me in good and bad times in my life. I will never forget your kindness and generosity that came from your heart. You will be in my heart forever my beautiful, loyal, and giving friend. Until we meet again. Please know that Love is Eternal.
I Love You,
Tresa Sanchez-Taylor
October 22, 2012
I will always love and miss you. You are a permanent part of my heart and soul. Thank you for so many wonderful years and memories.
Your loving best friend and husband,
Richard
Tresa Sanchez
December 6, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Richard Witherow
November 28, 2011
Hi Dick,
I am truly heart felt of your loss and wish I could have met her. She must have seen the fine friend you can be as I have good memories of us growing up.
Bob Tyree
October 31, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Marylyn's passing. I have many fond memories of her, "little" Lee and Arlene as we spent our childhood years in Kearns. I have always regretted not keeping in touch more with her and the rest of her family. Life gets past us all too quickly.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Penney Tyree
October 31, 2011
Richard,
I am so sorry about Marilyn. What a wonderfully strong woman. The Martinez family and my family (Tyree) were next door neighbors for many years. I remember best our first days of school, playing Barbie dolls, and playing in "Big" Lee's insulation truck. What better way to spend time with friends?
May God's peace surround you and your family.
Penney Tyree
West Jordan, UT
October 31, 2011
Mary, Lee and Arlene,
I am so very sorry for your loss. As children, growing up with all of you was the best experience that neighbors could share. I'll always remember our first days of school and also playing Barbie dolls in the back yard.
May God bless all of you. You are loved!
Penney Tyree
West Jordan, Ut.
October 29, 2011
Sending lots of love and hugs to your family at this difficult time, we sure love you Ryan and want you to know we are here for you and your family.
With love,
Matt, Chelsey, Chalae, David, Mike
Joyce Satterfield
October 28, 2011
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Your whole family is in my thoughts. May beautiful memories warm your hearts and give you comfort knowing she is no longer in pain but happy in the arms of our Lord.
Tresa Sanchez - Taylor
October 28, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss Richard, Mary, Brittany, Ryan, Arlene, Lee, Grandchildren, Step-Children, and Buddy whom she adored and other family members. I am heartbroken to know that my beloved true friend Marilyn has passed but I find comfort in knowing that she is no longer in pain and is in God's hands. In spite, of her own pain she endured she still took the time to care for everyone that needed her love and support. She was truly an Angel that walked among us sent from God.
Marilyn,
I love you forever and ever!!
Cyndi Pellegrino
October 28, 2011
Richard - My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and always.
Elaine and Keller Lowman
October 28, 2011
We are very sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing.She is in God's hands now.Her illness and pain are gone.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time.
Deana Zepeda
October 27, 2011
Dear Brittany, Isaiah, Jalen, Dick and all the family members I can't list,
I feel it was a pleasure to have known Marilyn, she was such a great lady, mother, grandmother and wife. I will cherish my memories and my heart goes out to all of you.
Joyce Stec
October 27, 2011
Marilyn you will truly be missed. I will miss seeing your sweet smile and sense of humor around the neighborhood. I always asked Marilyn how she was feeling and she never complained and just made me laugh with her humor. I will forever cherish our friendship. God Bless and my love to Richard and Buddy.
Jacy Burnett
October 27, 2011
Richard and Buddy we are so sorry for your loss of Marilyn. Her obituary describes her perfectly, as I thought of my encounters with Marilyn I thought of how easy she was to talk to and how kind she was to my kids as she helped them feel comfortable with Buddy. Also I later learned of her humor, with "the Burbs" joke. A classic in our home. We are thinking and praying for you and your family.
Dan Munguia
October 27, 2011
I am so sorry for you loss Brittany and family, She was a sweet and awesome lady and surely will be missed, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amber Zdunich
October 27, 2011
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless.
Cristi Kelley
October 27, 2011
My heart goes out to you and your family Brittany, I forgot how much you look like her. She was the greatest and will surely be missed.
Dave Hawkins
October 26, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your sweetheart. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, at this very difficult time.
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