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Marlys Fay Rops
May 28, 1934-September 15, 2022
GRUNDY CENTER-Marlys Fay Rops, 88, of Grundy Center, Iowa, passed away on September 15, 2022. A visitation will be held Friday, September 23, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Abels Funeral & Cremation Service – Engelkes Chapel in Grundy Center. A private family inurnment will follow at a later date at Allison Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.abelsfuneralhomes.com
Marlys was born May 28, 1934, in rural Grundy County, Iowa, to Marie and Reinhard Kalkwarf. She graduated from Dike High School in 1952. She was united in marriage to John Menno Rops March 10, 1954, at Christian Reform Church in Parkersburg, Iowa. The two owned and operated a farm near Allison for many years, then owned and operated Lee's Lanes in Mason City, Iowa for 13 years before retiring.
Marlys enjoyed bowling, gardening, puzzles, and spending time with her dog, Augie. She also enjoyed the occasional visit to casinos and traveling to Arizona in the winter. More than anything, Marlys enjoyed spending time with her family.
Marlys is survived by her children, Leroy (Carla) Rops, Mary (Rex) Hamdorf, Rudy Rops, and Julie Rops; sister, Bernice Blythe; grandchildren, Ryan (Sarah) Schmitz, Matt Schmitz (friend Elle Kokkinos), Gina (Scott Bergmann) Pratt, Shelly (Jake) Wilson, Christopher (Elyse) Oliphant, Sara (Nick) Hutchins, Tyler Rops, John Smith; and 4 great-grandchildren (with one due January 2023). She is preceded in death by her husband; daughter Kathleen Joan Rops; parents; brothers, George and Reinhard; and special friend Don Manson.
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Judy Havig
September 22, 2022
This lady was one if the nicest people. Always made me feel welcome when I was at Lee's.
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Deb Stirling
September 21, 2022
I worked with Marlys many years ago at the Shell Rock Care Center. She always had a smile for everyone. She treated the residents with so much professionalism and care. She always took time to make them feel loved and wanted by all the staff. I learned a lot from Marlys about life and respect. Miss her! Rest In Peace.
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