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Marlene Simonson Obituary
Marlene King Simonson, 74, of Plover passed away on October 3, 2014 at the Stevens Point Care Center with her family at her side. She was born on April 30, 1940 in Stevens Point to late Stanley and Helen (Zelewski) King. She attended St Peters Grade School and graduated from Maria high school in 1958. On September 8, 1962 she married Joseph De George and they settled in Milwaukee where she worked for Milwaukee County. On September 27, 1990 she married David A. Simonson. She retired in 1995 and moved back to Stevens Point. She enjoyed life to the fullest, especially time spent with her family.
She is survived by her husband David, three sons; Dean (Linda) De George of Plover, Gary De George of Milwaukee, and David (Mary) De George of Stevens Point. Two grandchildren; Emily and Zachary De George of Plover, three brothers; James (Jean) King of Plainfield, Clifford (Karen) King, of Mosinee, and Rick (Carleen) King, of Stevens Point, three sisters; Louise (Henry) Hughlett, of Junction City, Patricia (Gerald) Lind of Plover and Karyn King of Fulton, MD, along with eighteen nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life Mass will be held on October 17, 2014 at St Peters Catholic Church in Stevens Point, with visitation from 9 to 10:30 a.m. with Mass at 10:30 with Rev. Arul Joseph Visuvasam officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church one hour before the mass.
Higgins Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time.
Online condolences can be made at www.jjbfh.com
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Cindy Teich
October 3, 2025
I think of you often You are the sweetest lady I ever knew you made me feel like family and always had a kind word or included me in your family get togethers. I will never forget how special you made me feel
Cindy Teich
October 15, 2014
My prayers and thoughts got out to the family,I hope all the wonderful memories you have of her gets you through this very difficult time.
Cindy Teich
October 15, 2014
Marlene you will be dearly missed and always have a special place in my heart.
Diane, Doug and Tony DeGeorge
October 13, 2014
Accept our sympathy on the loss of Marlene. She was very special and loved.
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Geri Gillis
October 11, 2014
Marlene was a beautiful person. I enjoyed our conversation and shared moments at the King reunions. Her laugh was infectious. I will miss those special times with my cousin, Marlene!
October 10, 2014
Our sincerest sympathy to the entire King family on the loss of Marlene, a long time family friend. Mary Ann and Allen Heidel
Brian Radzinski
October 9, 2014
Always caring. Always generous. Always kind. Always thoughtful. Always a joy to be around. You will be greatly missed Marlene. So fortunate to have had you in our lives.
Phyllis Szymkowiak
October 9, 2014
My deepest and most sincere sympathy goes out to Marlene's family and friends. God bless you all.
Ron and Darlene Rogoski
October 9, 2014
To the family, so sorry for your loss, Marlene's infectious smile and laugh will be greatly missed. God comfort you at this time.
Laurie MacKay
October 9, 2014
Sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing her and she was a wonderful person.
October 9, 2014
She was a wonderful friend and I will miss her immensely. Rona Ramage
Matt and Kathy Raykowski (Szymkowiak)
October 9, 2014
Marlene lived and laughed, she loved and left and the world will never be the same. Our deepest sympathy to you and the entire King family... so glad we all got together this summer for the "reunion" of the Kings and Szymkowiak's..our prayers for your family for peaceful healing.
Tim & Charmain OConnor
October 9, 2014
We're so glad we got to visit a bit with Marlene at Megan's wedding; Marlene looked great and we're glad she could attend. Sincere sympathy to her family and all the Kings.
Julie King
October 9, 2014
We are thinking of you and all of your family.
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