Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
J. Zender Obituary
Crestline: J. Marilyn Zender, age 76, resident of Wildwood, FL and longtime Crestline area resident, died Wednesday, October 5, 2011, in Wildwood, Florida.
Born August 11, 1935 in Greensprings, Ohio to Herbert and Jeannette (Baker) Sheidler, she had been a Crestline area resident the majority of her life and had been living in Florida since her retirement. She was a 1953 graduate of Bloomville High School and had been a homemaker. Marilyn had a strong interest in music and enjoyed playing various musical instruments. She also enjoyed fishing, golfing and watching the Florida wildlife.
Survivors include her husband, Richard "Gene" Zender, whom she married December 23, 1953; one son, Michael (Kathy) Zender of Bucyrus; one daughter, Sandra Krebs of Lexington; five grandchildren, Cory (Monica) Zender, Jeremy (Christy) Zender, Kailey Bashline, Julie and Robert Krebs; five great grandchildren, Cole and Carley Zender, Nevaeh Krebs and Alden and Easton Bashline; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Duane and Gene Sheidler and one sister, Judy Marx.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, October 11, 2011 in Crawford County Memorial Gardens in Crestline with Reverend Walter Keib officiating. Friends may call Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Barkdull Funeral Home in Shelby. Memorial expressions may be made to the Grace Brethren Church of Lexington Youth Group.
Online condolences may be made at barkdullfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for J. Zender
3 Entries
joyce sheidler
October 7, 2011
Aunt marilyn was always so much fun. I will miss her smiles and laughter. I would love to be there to see the joyous reunion in Heaven,I'll bet the whole family will be playing in the band, Dad on the harmonica,Uncle Duane on banjo and Aunt Marilyn making that steel guitar "talk" like only she could! Sending my love and prayers to all.Joyce Sheidler
Pat (Bollinger) Leibengood
October 7, 2011
Gene and family,
I sure remember the fun times watching you, Marilyn and Jr. playing in your band. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you.
October 7, 2011
MIKE, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU & BE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED.
PENNY KOZSEY (COTSAMIRE)
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in J. Zender's name
Memorial Events
for J. Zender
How to support J.'s loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor J. Zender's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
