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Marilyn Goesel Obituary

Marilyn (DeFrank) Goesel- singer of silly songs, school teacher, storyteller, role model, passed away at the age of 81 on May 2, 2018. She passed away peacefully in her sleep, at her home in Tinley Park. Marilyn was the beloved wife of the late Donald Goesel, sister to 2 brothers, mother to 5 children, grandma to 13 grandchildren, and Nana to 4 great-grandchildren. She was viewed as a second mother to countless friends and neighbors. She was the heart and soul of her family and leaves them with a lifetime of beautiful memories. Family and friends will gather for a memorial on Sunday May 6 at the Tinley Park Historical Society at 6727 W 174th St. in Tinley Park, from 1-4. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home Tinley Park.

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Published by SouthtownStar on May 4, 2018.

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Tom and Marcia Auth

May 30, 2018

We just learned of Lyn's passing and would like to extend our sympathy and warm thoughts to her family. Lyn and Don were a fun couple. During the visits we enjoyed with them, we knew they loved each other, their children and their grandchildren. Lyn took Don's "last breath" to heaven with her and we are sure it was a grand reunion with Don!! God Bless You, Friend and Neighbor.

Kelly Hayes

May 5, 2018

Always smiling, happy and loving. Never a bad thing to say about anybody. Loved her so much. Will miss you ma

Fred G Rich

May 5, 2018

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14

Carol & Jack Hayes

May 4, 2018

Lynn was my dearest friend for over 40 years.We did a lot of crazy things when we were young, I can still see us dancing like the fools we were to the song Indian Lake by the Cowsills. Any time any song came on we were the first out on the dance floor, or in the yard, or front room. Half the time we had no idea what we were doing, but we didn't care we were just having fun. We made Baked Alaska at 2:00 in the morning one time, while Jack and Don shoveled the drive way so we could get home to Chicago. She will be missed so much but I know she is where she wants to be. Rest in peace my friend we will be together again and we can dance. Love you

Loves a party.

Chuck Lambert

May 4, 2018

I am one of the friends that this woman treated so wonderfully. She was truly like a mother to me even though I only saw her once in a while. She was a great lady always with a smile. God bless her soul.

Brooke Goesel

May 4, 2018

I will always love you, Grandma Lynn ❤ Already missing you like crazy

Jerry Crittendon

May 4, 2018

My condolences to your family in these trying times. God bless you and may god open the gates of heaven and bring you in.

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1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Tinley Park Historical Society

6727 W 174th St, Tinley Park, IL 60477

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17248 South Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477

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