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Marlene Carey Obituary
Born: August 19th, 1937; in Iron Mountain, MI
Died: October 2, 2019; in Las Vegas, NV
Marlene Elaine (Munson) Carey, age 82, passed away on October 2nd in Las Vegas. She was born August 19th, 1937 in Iron Mountain, MI.
Marlene taught gymnastics in Riverside, Illinois from 1971 to 1981. She was also involved in many local talent shows and fundraising shows at Hauser Jr. High and St. Mary's Church of Riverside. Marlene had a passion for teaching, singing, dancing, directing and simply entertaining all.
Marlene is preceded in death by her husband Charles W. Carey Sr. and her daughter Lori Ann Carey.
Marlene is survived by her children, Cindy Carey of Las Vegas, NV, Tammy (Charles) Brown of Tucson, AZ, Colette Carey of Las Vegas, NV, and Charles (LinMarie) Carey Jr. of La Grange, IL. Seven grandchildren: Ryan, C.J, Shannon, Riley, Bethany, Brennan and Sara; and four great-grandchildren: Nicholas, Emily, Edith and McKayla.
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Memories and Condolences
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Lucy Evans
October 13, 2019
My deepest condolences to Marlene's family. I will miss her annual visits, her bright smile, her sharp wit and most of all our deep friendship. RIP dear friend!
Debora Wilhelm
October 12, 2019
Dear Cindy, Tammy, and Colette,
Sending warm comforting thoughts your way.
So sorry your mom had to leave so soon -- only 82 years young!
In sympathy,
Debora Wilhelm
Carol Arnold
October 10, 2019
A beautiful lady with a spirit of enjoying life....a loving family who will miss her love
October 10, 2019
Mrs. Carey was so loving and had so much talent. Sending my deepest condolences to the Carey family.
With love,
Denise Ogdon Dellva
October 10, 2019
So sorry to hear of the passing of Marlene.
Our thoughts are with all of her family
With love
From Michael & Stella in the UK
Nicholas Delacruz
October 10, 2019
We're going to miss you great grandma we all love you so much all of your loved ones and friends will be with you at another point in our lives.
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