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Marilyn Minchhoff Obituary
Born in Pottsville, June 23, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Edmund and Dorothea Keating Phillips.
She was a 1947 graduate of Pottsville High School; a member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville; and a member of the former Mary Queen of Peace Church.
Marilyn spent her life as a homemaker. She most loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Carl Jr.; and a daughter, Maureen.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Carl W. Minchhoff Sr., to whom she was married 54 years; daughter, Nannette C. Leganza, wife of Thomas, Pine Grove; sons, Anthony M. Minchhoff, husband of Lynn, Parryville, Christopher F. Minchhoff, husband of Deb, Tamaqua, and Lamar M. Minchhoff, husband of Margaret, Pottsville; grandchildren, Carla L., Christine, Melissa, Tommy, Matthew, Elizabeth, Michael, Carly and Mark; and two great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John the Baptist Church, 913 Mahantongo St., Pottsville, with Father David J. Loeper officiating. Interment will follow in St. John No. 2 Cemetery, Pottsville. The family requests contributions in Marilyn's memory be sent to St. John the Baptist Church. Lord-Bixler Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.lordbixler.com.
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Anonymous
December 13, 2014
Nannette,Tom,Tommy and Elizabeth.
My sincerest condolences and prayers are with your family. The loss of the queen of the family, Mommom, is deeply felt. May just knowing that Mother Angel is safely with Daughter Angel and God bring some comfort to us until we all meet again.
Joe & Dorothy Purcell
November 29, 2014
We extend our sympathy to the family of Marilyn. She was a most beautiful lady,wife,mother and friend.
November 29, 2014
You are all in our thoughts and in our prayers at this sad time. May our Lord send you peace.
With our deepest sympathy,
Bill and Brenda Moran
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Christopher Harig
November 29, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. Marilyn was a very special lady and loved by everyone who knew her. Please know that I share in your grief and extend my deepest sympathy.
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Dennis & Peggy Witmer
November 29, 2014
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, and may God show you comfort in this time of sorrow and grief.
Lynda Schiffer
November 29, 2014
Chris, Deb and children,
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. May she rest in peace.
Lynda P. Schiffer
sue Kirby
November 29, 2014
Very sorry for your loss.prayers and thoughts are with you.
Karen Centini
November 28, 2014
I am so sorry to hear that you mother passed, I know that you will miss her dearly, you are in our prayers.
Melissa Burke-Minnig
November 28, 2014
Nannette & family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I am so sure your wonderful family was a great source of joy for her. May you all find peace in the days ahead & comfort in your memories.
Jake and Jan Keefer
November 28, 2014
May angels bring you peace at this sad time. Our deepest sympathies.
Mary Jo and Tom Halye
November 28, 2014
Heaven has welcomed a very special lady,may all your life long memories give your family peace.Love and prayers...
Caryn Connelly
November 28, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Minchhoff family. Marilyn Minchhoff was a wonderful woman, mother, wife, person. May she rest in peace.
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