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Marilyn Deitering Obituary

Marilyn Patricia Deitering February 7, 1936-August 23, 2008 72, left her beloved family and friends due to complications from diabetes and dementia. She is now at peace with her husband of 53 years, Robert L. Deitering, who preceded her in death on March 29, 2007. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Clarence McGoffin; brothers, Michael and David McGoffin; and daughter-in-law, Kendall Deitering (Daniel). Marilyn is survived by five children and many grandchildren. Kathy Cline (Bernardo) Velasco, (children, Nicole (Matt) McCabe, Austin Cline and Tiffany Velasco; Cheryl Deitering; Christopher Deitering, (children, Shelby and Tyler); Daniel Deitering, (sons, Daniel Michael and Remington); Michelle (Lonnie) Fields, (children, Lyndsay, Kylee and Colten); Marilyn's sister, Suzanne (Tom) Nipper; and several nieces, nephews, in-laws, relatives and friends. A memorial is set for Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. Special thanks to Mr. Jonathan Salcido and his wonderful staff at Sunset Adult Care Home. Mom you are now joined with Dad, your loving husband. We will love and miss you forever Mom.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Oct. 15, 2008.

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Marilyn Holdcroft

October 20, 2008

Dear Deitering Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was such a nice lady to me and my daughter Jillian. She babysat her from 1989-1993. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Take Care,

Marilyn Holdcroft (Gaspari)

KATE FLOYD

October 16, 2008

THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WITH YOUR FAMILY
KATE FLOYD

pat carpenter

October 16, 2008

We are thinking of you all during this time. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Pat Carpenter and Family

Lois Kobida

October 15, 2008

I am sorry about the death of your parents. I [we] had many happy times and memories of them. In our cyo days, sacred heart days and new years eve parties.

Lisa Hall (Lebo)

October 15, 2008

My deepest sympathies to your family during this difficult time. Your family members were treasured friends to us all.

David Turnbull

October 15, 2008

We are sadden to hear of Marilyn Deitering passing. May she and Robert rest in eternal and loving peace. I recall well watching her as a baby.
Sincerely,
Uncle David W., Jr. and Aunt Dorothy Turnbull

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