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Marilyn Leatherman Obituary
TROY - Marilyn Lee Leatherman, 89, of Troy, formerly of New Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
She was born July 5, 1934, in Springfield, the daughter of the late Harold and Margaret (Stafford) Houser.
Marilyn retired from Security National Bank of New Carlisle. She was a lifelong member of New Carlisle First United Methodist Church. Marilyn was also a 75-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a loving and compassionate person, often putting others before herself. Marilyn enjoyed the time she spent with family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband Harold Leatherman.
Marilyn is survived by her daughters Debra (Benjamin) Brandt and Julie (Daniel) Leavitt; grandchildren Angela (Joseph) Arndts, Justin (Jessica) Brandt, Ashley (Dustin) Brubaker and Andrew Hall; great-grandchildren Henry, Thomas, Olivia, and Laurel.
A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. Marilyn's family would like to thank the staff of Koester Pavilion for their loving care over the last 13 years.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements have been entrusted to Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.trostelchapman.com.
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Debra Bryant
September 3, 2023
Mrs Leatherman was a joy! Friendly, smiling. A good role model.
Thank you for letting us play at your house.
Rest in peace dear lady. Debra Bryant (Debbie Keck)
Wilma Van Scoyk
August 25, 2023
So very sorry. Keep those memories close.
Wilma Van Scoyk
Marcia Shellabarger Nessle
August 14, 2023
Neighbors from long ago!
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