Mildred Olive "Mickey" Marx

Mildred Olive Marx, also known as Mickey, peacefully passed away on August 31, 2023, at the age of 98 in Ajax, Ontario. She was born on July 17, 1925, in Blossom, New York to Martin and Eva Rieman (nee Herdic). Mickey was a beloved wife to the late Gerald Vincent Marx Sr. and a cherished mother to Barbara (Joseph Foresi), Gerald Jr.(who always went by "Buzz") , and Diane (John Michael Yaskovitch). She was a doting grandmother to Keith, John Michael Jr., Jennifer, and Gerald V III. Mickey is also survived by her brother-in-law Thomas Marx, sister-in-law Barbara Rieman, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and great-grandchildren.

Mickey was an independent, educated woman. She graduated from East Aurora High School in 1942 and went on to get her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Buffalo in 1947. She met "Gerry" at the university and they were happily married for 58 years. Her career was diverse and impactful. Mickey worked as a chemist's translator for General Mills Inc. She changed her destiny by getting an accredittion from St. Louis University. She had to take certain courses like statisics and latin in order to becme the head of the Medical Records Department at hospitals in Missouri and Ontario. She even developed and ran a two-year program at Oakton Community College in Illinois for Medical Records Librarians.

In her free time, Mickey enjoyed playing bridge, traveling throughout 4 continents and islands, cooking gourmet meals, enjoying her unbelievable winning streaks at the slot machines at various casinos, driving her sportscars , pampering her dogs, and participating in book clubs. She was known for her sharp mind and passion for learning. Her dedication to her hobbies brought joy to those around her.

Mickey was a member of the Roman Catholic Church and found solace in her faith. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 10 AM at Blessed Trinity Church, 3220 Bayview Avenue in North York, Ontario, for friends and relatives of the family. Another service and burial will take place on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 10 AM at The Nativity of Our Lord Church, 26 Thorne Avenue in Orchard Park, New York, also for friends and relatives of the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Cancer Society in memory of Mildred Olive Marx. Her legacy of kindness and strength will forever be remembered by those whose lives she touched.