Marilyn Goetz

Marilyn Goetz of Westville, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, at the age of 94.

She was born Aug. 4, 1930, to Lois and Alden Beahm, who both preceded her in death.

On Nov. 4, 1952, she married Robert Goetz, who precedes her in death. Also preceding her in death is her brother, William Beahm. Surviving are her children, Robert (Julie) Goetz, Sandra (Michael) Bell, James (Cheryl) Goetz, Terry (Jackie) Goetz and Ronald (Donell) Goetz; grandchildren, Molly Gassensmith, Joseph Goetz, Brody Goetz, Luke Bell, Chandler Bell, Landon Goetz and Sophie Goetz; great-grandchildren, Augustus Goetz, Evelyn Gassensmith and Noah Gassensmith; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Marilyn was a 1948 graduate of Westville High School where she later worked for many years in the school cafeteria for Westville schools where she was loved by all the students.

Marilyn greatly enjoyed traveling, fishing, camping, and had a deep love for animals.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, from 9:30 till 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Otis, Indiana, with a funeral service to follow at 11:30 a.m. Burial will take place at a later date in Westville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pax Center in La Porte or the Independent Cat Society. Newhard Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.