Arleen Marston Obituary
Arleen Joyce Marston, (86), Topeka, was received into her Savior’s loving arms on (Thursday, October 2, 2025). She was born on November 20, 1938 at Goessel, KS, to Lavern and Maxine Heim. She married Donald (Bud) Marston on February 14, 1960 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Canton, KS. They had four children. Arleen spent her career as a Hairdresser. She was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church where she served as LWML President, Sunday School Song Leader and sang in the choir.
Arleen is survived by her children, Nancy (Larry) Crume, Kevin (Anne) Marston and Teresa (David) Eichman, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband (Bud) a son (Craig), and brother (Gary).
Visitation will be at 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 16, 2025 with the Celebration of Life at 3:00 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church. A fellowship meal will be provided following the service. Private interment will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Canton, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Lutheran Church for Music Ministry, 4211 NW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66617.
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245 NW Independence Ave, Topeka, KS 66608
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