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1950

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2017

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2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Marlin Bolden-Mitzlaff Obituary

Marlin Evon (Bolden) Mitzlaff made her transition Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Born June 29, 1950. Preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy & Iola Bolden; nephew, Gregory Bolden, Sr. Survivors: husband, Jim Mitzlaff; son, Sean Jackson; brothers, Jimmy (Phyllis) Bolden; George (Sabrina) Bolden; sister, Diane Conner; nephew, Ernest (Cassandra) Bolden; nieces, Crystal Conner and Nicole Banks; brother-in-law, David Mitzlaff; sister-in-law, Anne (Mark) Gerken; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Marlin graduated from Froebel High School in 1969. She was a talented artist, won numerous awards for her paintings and received an art scholarship. Marlin worked for CNA Insurance, Chicago; later a career with EPA until her illness. During which she met the love of her life, Jim. Throughout her MS battle she remained positive and determined to enjoy life. Visitation Saturday October 28, 2017 from 9-11:00a.m. with funeral services at 11:00am both at the Guy & Allen Chapel.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Oct. 22 to Oct. 25, 2017.

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Avon Villacin

October 28, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I love you Marlin. You taught me so much in life. You will always be remembered. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. May you Rest In Peace!

--Avon Villacin, Chicago Illinois

Stewart- Gamble

October 28, 2017

Jimmy & Phyllis
I send you love and hugs during your time of bereavement. You have my sympathy and condolences may God give peace and comfort.Much love to your family
JoAnnStewart-Gamble

Gale Gibbs

October 27, 2017

To the Family:

I am saddened to learn of your loss. Marlin will be remembered for her sense of humor, her flair for fashion and fine arts, as well as her compassion. May God bless you as only He can.

I pray that your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Carlean Rice

October 24, 2017

I am so sorry for your lost Ms evon was friends with Mom Ms bolden used to sew for my grand ma Irene Richardson my mom name was Deb and her brother was Mike my heart goes out to y'all my number is 318-434-1678 my name is carlean

October 24, 2017

So sorry for your loss .May the God of comfort be with the family and friends. Romans 12:12

Myrtle Mateen

October 22, 2017

Praying for your family at this difficult hour. My prayer is that God comfort your family.

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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