Marilyn Blake

2/3/1946 - 10/30/2011

BOUNTIFUL — Marilyn Blake passed away Sunday, October 30, 2011 at Lakeview Hospital at the age of 65.

She was born Feb. 3, 1946 to Ray Fred Blake and Clara (Cardon) Blake in Safford, Arizona. She was the fourth of five children. Marilyn lived most of her life in the Phoenix area, but spent the last two years in Bountiful.

Marilyn was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved little children and enjoyed serving in the Sunday School and Primary organizations. Marilyn had a special connection with young children and her dog CoCo. They seemed to be drawn to her kind spirit.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents and younger brother, Jesse. She is survived by her sisters, Jeannette (Dale) Hubbard, Carroll Brockman; brother, Ray (Susan) Blake; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Marilyn enjoyed the friendship of so many friends at Heritage Assisted Living including Lorraine Kocherhans and Elmer Spencer. The family wishes to thank the Heritage staff and LDS Branch for their loving kindness and service. Her family is appreciative of all who nurtured her.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011 at Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, where a viewing will be held from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be in Phoenix, Arizona. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com