Marilyn Joy LaFramboise Batali

I am so fortunate to have spent time talking, laughing and learning with Marilyn at SAM. Marilyn’s spirit braided itself into my life. She was a true treasure and gift to us all. I’m sorry for what must be a vast chasm of loss within her family. My future is a little dim knowing it won’t include a moment of conversation with Marilyn ever again.

Dino,
I have just learned about Marilyn and want you to know I care and share your sorrow. I have many fond memories of the times we spent together, albeit many years ago.

We are so sorry to hear. One of our favorite memories is of making gnocchi with Marilyn and Angelo Merlinos in the Salumi front window.

I was so sad to hear of Marilyns death... a really lovely person has left us but heaven is a better place

I had the incredible opportunity to have your mother as my touring partner at SAM 2 years ago. Of course at that time I had no idea that that would be my last, which makes that time spent with her even more precious. Her knowledge, wisdom, encouragement, flexibility and above all enthusiasm is something I will never forget. I know every child that had the pleasure of enjoying one of her tours, came away excited about art. She was truly one of a kind and I hold her and what I learned from...

Dino, Eddie and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have great memories of meeting Marilyn in London and the spectacular meal prepared by Mario. Marilyn gave us happiness during our conversations, and we loved her humor and fiestyness. She definitely left an impression on us.....hugs to you all.

Eddie & Kari Rankins
Oswego, Illinois

We will never forget the good times we spent with you and Marilyn, Armo! Marilyn's insatiable curiosity, interest in others, indomitable spirit and, of course, that wicked sense of humor will all be with us the rest of our lives! We have a few photos to share, including our trip to the Amerind Museum in Dragoon when you visited us in AZ and we picnicked in the rocks. Keeping you close in our hearts and minds in the days ahead.

Dina and family: The news of Marilyn's passing was a shock. Marilyn was an inspiration to me ever since meeting the Batali family in Madrid. You were all a joy to have as friends and I am sure I can speak for Bill as well. Wish we could have broken bread with you more often but life takes us in strange directions. Enjoyed visiting you at Salumi. Marilyn will be treasured in our memories


Vivian Beauchaine

Dear Armandino:
Jeff and I are thinking of you and your family during this time. We were always great admirers of Marilyn, and are sending you all our love at this time. Jeff and Rebecca Lyman