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455 N. Benton Street, Palatine, IL 60067
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Marilyn Wiley Obituary
Marilyn's first job was at Illinois Bell. Next there were several travel agency jobs with familiarization trips to several countries. She moved on to American Airlines which led to her personal travels to Switzerland, Ireland, and Australia. And finally, to Federal Express where everything had to move fast!
Beloved sister of Rita (Michael) Brzezinski, Mary Beth Wiley, Sue (George) Janacek, Kevin (Julie)Wiley, Neal Wiley, and the late Rosemary (Wiley) Morse, and our #8-Kathy Krol.
Fond aunt of Kristin Swierzewski, George (Natalie) Janacek, Mike Janacek, Ryan Wiley and Tim Wiley.
Great aunt to Alex and Gabe Swierzewski.
Member of the blended Steurer family and loving cousin and friend to many.
Visitation, Sunday, November 9, 2025, 3-8 pm at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 185 E Northwest Highway, Palatine, Illinois
Funeral, Monday, November 10,2025, with closing prayers to begin at 9:30 am with procession to St. Theresa for 10 am Mass.
Internment, St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine, Illinois
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Upcoming Events
Nov
9
Visitation
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home Palatine
185 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine, IL 60067
Send FlowersNov
10
Service
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
St. Theresa Church
455 N. Benton Street, Palatine, IL 60067
Send FlowersNov
10
Graveside service
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery
1185 W. Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
Send FlowersServices provided by
Smith-Corcoran Palatine Funeral HomeOnly 3 days left for delivery to next service.