Marilyn Nelson

Marilyn Nelson

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Marilyn Nelson WARREN - Marilyn Hogge Nelson, 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 10, 2005 at Infinia Care Center in Ogden. She was born August 7, 1935 in Warren, Utah to Ernest Parley and Laura Phillips Hogge. Her mother passed away when she was two years old. Ernest then married Fern Hipwell Hales and they raised Marilyn together. She married Harold Nelson on September 12, 1952 in Plain City; their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. She was a dedicated wife and mother. She was an active member of the LDS church and served in many positions. She especially enjoyed her time as a temple worker. Marilyn taught as a 4-H leader. She enjoyed making birdhouses, scrap booking, traveling, and was a wonderful homemaker. Surviving are her husband, Harold Nelson; eight children, Craig (LaRae) Nelson, Blaine H. Nelson, Phil (Shelley) Nelson, Blair (Carol) Nelson, Rick (Linda) Nelson, Laurie (Doug) Maddock, Linda Hunt, and Leasa (Greg) Dingle; 39 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Kenneth (Renee) Hogge, Gary (Carolyn) Hales and sister-in-law, Colleen Hogge. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Ronald Hogge. A special thanks to IHC Hospice and Infinia Health Care for their loving care of Marilyn. The family would also like to thank all their neighbors and friends for their support and friendship. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at Warren LDS Chapel, 856 No. 5900 West. Friends may call on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Myers Mortuary in Ogden, 845 Washington Blvd. and on Wednesday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Interment, Warren Cemetery. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com.

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Wendy Stillman

August 29, 2005

I am one of June and Keith Swift's daughters...I am so sorry to hear about Marilyn. We used to come up to visit and play with our cousins in the summer. Marilyn was always so nice to us kids and I have fond memories of summers and playing with her kids. Sincerely,

Wendy Stillman

Wayne & Eva Helms

August 16, 2005

Dear Harold and Family,

We were sadden to read about Marilyn's passing in the newspaper yesterday. We loved her very much and are so sorry for your loss. We will remember you and your family in our prayers.

Our love and best wishes,

Rich Skeen

August 15, 2005

Harry,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. You and your family are in our prayers. We wish you the best.

Rich

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