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Marilyn Green Obituary
Sioux Falls - Marilyn Anderson Green, 64, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota died Friday, March 29, 2019 at Ava's House in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, surrounded by her family.
Marilyn was born to Ronald and Dorothy (Hofland) Anderson in Vermillion, South Dakota on May 6, 1954. She joined her sister Shirley at home. Marilyn was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in rural Elk Point, South Dakota. She attended Coyote District 21 rural school for first through eighth grades before moving onto Elk Point High School. Marilyn was involved with many activities with the Pointers and graduated in 1972 as the valedictorian.
She moved onto Vermillion that fall to study at The University of South Dakota where she studied Business Teacher Education and was involved in several activities at The U. Marilyn earned a bachelor's degree in May 1976 and an MBA in 1983. Her professional career included administrative support at Sioux Valley Hospital; business and English teacher in the Tri-Valley School District; financial and program administration at Citibank, S.D.; private business consulting; and administrative support for the South Dakota Synod of the ELCA.
On August 6, 1977, Marilyn married James Green at St. Paul Lutheran Church. The couple welcomed Bradley James on December 11, 1983. In addition to her professional life, she loved being a wife and mother. She loved spending with time with her family and friends, sports of all kinds, playing the piano, traveling and volunteering in a variety of church and civic capacities. These roles included serving on Sanford Institutional Review Boards, Family Connection, Good Shepherd Center, and several school-related organizations throughout the years.
Marilyn is survived by her husband James and son Brad of Sioux Falls; one sister, Shirley Anderson-Porisch and her husband Karl of Marshall, Minnesota, an uncle, Llewellyn Anderson, Palm Desert, California; two aunts, Adeline Rhoten, Carlisle, Iowa, and Delores Hofland, Elk Point, South Dakota; sister-in-law Carol Hottmann, Plymouth, Minnesota, brother-in-law Neal Jones, Aberdeen, South Dakota. She especially loved her time with the "Corsica Girls" Kayla Fischer, Brooklyn and Aspen Bosma. Marilyn is also survived by several relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents: Norman and Mary Anderson, Edward and Minnie Hofland; a brother-in-law; a sister-in-law; a nephew; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorials may be directed to Ava's House or Bishop Dudley Hospitality House.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. at Thursday, April 4th, 2019, at Heritage Funeral Home in Sioux Falls.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 5th, 2019, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota with Rev. Heidi Binstock and Rev. Randy Gehring officiating. Visitation will resume one hour prior to the service at the church.
Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Sioux Falls.
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April 11, 2019
Jim,
My heartfelt prayers.
Susie
April 7, 2019
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Celeste Moore
April 5, 2019
Our condolences to you and your family!
Diana Banker
April 3, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Marilyn was so special.
April 3, 2019
Very sorry for you loss.
Justin Falon
Gary and Mickey Beermann
April 3, 2019
I was sad to hear of Marilyn's passing. I have so many fond memories of our childhood together, too many to mention. One of the fondest was going to her house and playing after school before Junior choir practice. So much fun with Marilyn and her family. My sympathy to Jim and Brad and to the rest of her family. I pray for the peace that passes all understanding at this sad time for her family.
John Keill
April 3, 2019
Jim and Brad,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Marilyn left a strong legacy of service and leadership. People like this are rare.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Keill
Megan Engdahl
April 3, 2019
Jim and Brad,
Thinking of you and your family and sending lots of prayers and love your way.
Lou Vogt
April 2, 2019
Marilyn was the interim Executive Director when I was hired by Family Connection in 2012. She continued to share her time, talents and loving spirit as part of our Board of Directors. I feel very blessed to have known her. She will continue to be an "angel" to so many.
Loren Tschetter
April 2, 2019
It was my privilege to work with Marilyn on the IRB board for cancer studies review at Sanford. She was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. Her insight was especially helpful. May Gods peace be with you at all times.
Anne Hokanson (Reding)
April 2, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of Marilyn from high school and through church activities. She was a sweet person. Sending prayers
Sandra Soyland
April 2, 2019
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a very special wife, mother, friend and co-worker. I worked with Marilyn at Citi and will always remember her smile and her kindness. May all your memories provide you comfort and peace, now and in the days ahead.
Bill Hoff
April 2, 2019
Jim and Brad,
I am saddened to learn of Marilyn's passing.
I am thinking of you and praying for you. I pray that you will experience God's all-sufficient grace.
Bill Hoff
Mary Carol Der Hagopian
April 1, 2019
Dear Marilyn,
How sad I am to read you have passed, but you have graduated to heaven and are now with family that have gone before you.
Jim and Brad,
What a loss you have to deal with, but also fortunate to have had her!! Just because you cannot reach out and touch her doesnt mean you have lost all the love she gave you. I have learned the bridge between life and death is love and I remember how much she loved you both!! You know what a wonderful human she was. I, too, know that. She was my supervisor at Citi in the IT department and was just great to work for!! Even though I had almost twenty years on her, she treated me with respect and it was appreciated. She always knew when to be a supervisor and when to be a friend. A rare feat indeed!! Im sure there is a very special place for her in heaven.
April 1, 2019
Jim - I am sorry for your loss - from reading the loving remembrances it is indeed a great loss for you, your son and the many who shared her life. Will remember you in prayer. Susan Chamberlin
April 1, 2019
Jim and Brad,
Dave and I are extremely sorry to read about Marilyn's passing. Please know that you are both in our thoughts and prayers. Unfortunately, we are out of the country and unable to attend her service. In the future, please let me know if I can do anything for either one of you.
Many years ago Marilyn was a paraprofessional for me when I was teaching in Vermillion. I'm not sure that I ever had the opportunity to tell you that story.
DE AND DAVE KNUDSON
Darla Kracht-Goodhart
April 1, 2019
Jim and Brad,
I am so sorry, Marilyn was such an amazing person. She was my first boss at Citi and worked for her for many years. She encouraged me many times and was a true inspiration to me. Heaven received a very special angel. She will be dearly missed.
Melinda Huntimer
April 1, 2019
Jim & Brad ~ my sincerest condolences to your family. I met Marilyn at Citi. She was always one of my favorite people. May God bless all of you. Melinda Huntimer
Kathy Hagen
April 1, 2019
It saddened me today to hear of Marilyn's passing. I worked with her for many years at Citi and always appreciated her kindness and sense of humor.
She was a bright, caring and very thoughtful friend to many who she helped throughout her life. She was one of the good ones.
May she rest in eternal peace, and may each of her family members find some measure of peace in sharing their fondest memories through this difficult time.
Jeanne Holsen
April 1, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with Marilyn's family at this difficult time. I enjoyed working with Marilyn at Citi and know that she will be missed by many friends and family.
Cheryl Pedersen
April 1, 2019
My sincere condolences to Marilyn's family. I enjoyed working with her at Citi for many years. She was known for her optimism and her wit. She will be missed.
Scott Loftesness
April 1, 2019
Jim and family - Marilyn's desk was right next to mine for a few years at Citi in Sioux Falls. She never failed to brighten a day. That smile greeting me in the morning was so infectious! I was also fortunate to work with her delivering some leadership classes. She was always so prepared, and was really good about giving me feedback after classes. She really was a wonderful colleague and friend. I live in Tennessee now, and won't be able to be there with you on Friday - but I will be thinking of you all in the days ahead, and I will be there with you in spirit at the services. God be with you all.
Joyce Kleine
April 1, 2019
The Llewellyn Anderson family sends heartfelt condolences. We will always remember Marilyn as a caring, congenial, and kind-hearted niece and cousin. Rest In Peace
Dyana Breen
April 1, 2019
I worked with Marilyn for many years at Citi and am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a kind, caring genuine person that will be truly missed. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Angie Nath
April 1, 2019
Brad and Family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. While I didn't know Marilyn she raised a remarkable son that I have come to know as an excellent co-worker and friend! May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Angie Nath - Five Star Call Centers
Stephanie & Chad Hanson
April 1, 2019
Jim & Brad,
Chad I were so sad to hear this news. She was such dear friend to JoAnne and was always a day brightener visiting with her at church. May she rest in peace.
April 1, 2019
Love to you Jim, and hugs....
Nancy Kennedy
Mary Standaert
April 1, 2019
Jim and Brad,
I am so sorry for the loss of your wife and mom. Such a warm, funloving and kind person....Im grateful for our fun chats at the Oberts social work parties every Christmas. She was one of the best!
My thoughts and prayers are with you.❤
Audra Staebell
April 1, 2019
I served on the board of directors at Family Connection with Marilyn. She was a wonderful, thoughtful, committed and intelligent person. She will be missed. My condolences and prayers are with her family and friends. -Audra Staebell
Jackie Witlock
March 31, 2019
Jim and Brad Im so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. She will always be in your hearts. Remember the good times. Prayers for all.
Holly Hofer
March 31, 2019
Her laugh was infectious. I will miss her dearly.
Liza Schnabel
March 31, 2019
Brad,
So sorry for you and your fathers loss. Our prayers are with you.
Marlene Wilson
March 31, 2019
I am so sad. Marilyn was a very close friend when we were growing up. I have so many good memories of the fun we had. She was a special person. My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Kathy Nelson
March 31, 2019
You know how much I loved Marilyn. When she said she would pray for me, I had no doubt she would do so! She was such a prayer warrior for so many. Ill miss you, Marilyn. Jim and Brad, my sincere sympathies to you.
Mary Avair (Van Bockern)
March 31, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Marilyn, what a bright, happy, smiling lady! I was honored to have known her.
Bernie and Pat Obert
March 31, 2019
Dear Jim, Brad and all of Marilyn's family,
We are in Arizona until April 20 so we will be unable to attend services for her in person, but our hearts will be right there with you as you celebrate her wonderful life! We have so many fond
memories of our backyard volley ball games and potlucks - each time we played we called it "The Championship of the Known Universe"!!
We send our hugs to all of you until we are back in Sioux Falls and able give them to you in person!
Love, Bernie and Pat Obert
Donna Wilson
March 31, 2019
Marilyn was an amazing friend who made a difference in so many lives- she will be dearly missed.
March 30, 2019
Our heartfelt condolences to your family. May the beautiful memories you have of your loved one, comfort you until Gods promises are fulfilled. John 11:24, 25
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