Marlaine Judith Van Arnam

Marlaine Judith Van Arnam

Marlaine Van Arnam Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 8 to Sep. 10, 2023.
Micanopy - Marlaine Judith Van Arnam, aged 71, peacefully passed away from cancer on August 26th, 2023 at home in Micanopy, FL.

Marlaine is survived by husband Rankin Dow Van Arnam, children Victoria Ann and Matthew Dow, sisters Lilian Nichols and Susan Sklenicka. She was preceded in death by her parents Matthew and Lilian Klacza.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on September 12th at 11:00 AM at the Evinston Methodist Church, with a luncheon to follow. All who knew her are welcome to attend.

In lieu of flowers, if you wish to honor Marlaine's memory please make a contribution to the Florida United Methodist Children's Home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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