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Marlene Rust Obituary
Marlene went to be with the Lord on March 4, 2015. Born December 29, 1935 in Sydney, Montana. Marlene and late husband Joe raised their family in Des Moines, WA. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother ("GG"), aunt, sister and lifelong friend to many. Family and friends filled her life with love and joy and her home was the gathering place for every occasion. She always enjoyed a good game of pinochle! She will be dearly missed by children: Marilyn (Chris), John (Patti), Dale, Donald, Diane, Janet, and Joseph. Grandchildren: Shyla, Amy, Tommy, Jeremy, Brian, Jesse, Travis, DJ, Faith, Kevin, Jennifer, Robert, Kristine, and Adrian; 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband Joseph and son James.
Viewing: Sunday, March 15, 2:00-4:00 p.m. Marlatt Funeral Home, Kent. Celebration of life March 16, 10 a.m. St. Philomena, Des Moines Remembrances may be made to Friend to Friend America P.O. Box 98766 Seattle, WA 98198.
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Cheryl Chalfant
August 31, 2018
Marlene took care of my sister's son, David Ross and my daughter Rebecca Chalfant. I will always cherish the pictures she took of Becky asleep on Joes belly and the album she gave me that covered her first year. What a wonderful lady.
Faith Minnick
March 21, 2015
I love you Grandma
Dj, Samantha, and Zachary Rust
March 16, 2015
Grandma we will truly miss you. You left your imprint on our hearts and forever it will stay. Our memories we have with you will always be a constant reminder of our time together. You were truly an amazing and wonderful person! You always brought everyone together and made those who usually wouldn't feel comfortable and welcome. We love you and you will forever be in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
March 15, 2015
We loved her very much and she will be missed so much. What a blessing she was to us.
Ed & Val Sharbono
melody Clark
March 15, 2015
You will be miss & forever loved!
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