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1940
DIED
2025
Marion Pelton Obituary
She was born on September 24, 1940 in Trempealeau County, WI and grew up in Webster, MN, the daughter of Gerald and Adeline Dahl and the oldest of six children.
Marion graduated from Northfield High School in 1958 and worked as an interior decorator, realtor, flight attendant, and furniture sales rep, to name just a few. She attended Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Burnsville.
Marion was preceded in death by both her parents; her brother, Ron and his wife Gayle; and her brother-in-law, Maylon.
She is survived by her husband, Bob; her siblings, Carolyn, Diane, Dave, and Dan; her children, Lisa, Craig, and Tanya; stepson, Mark; stepdaughter, Laurie; her grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank Methodist Hospital for the care and compassion they showed our mother in her final days.
Family and friends are invited to attend Marion's funeral at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 13801 Fairview Drive in Burnsville, MN on Friday, January 9th at 2pm. Visitation with the family will begin at 1pm. Refreshments to follow the service.
Marion will be remembered for her deep love of family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/donate
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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