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Marilyn Adelle Emrick of Lindstrom, MN passed away peacefully on January 8, 2017 at the age of 76.

Preceded in death by parents Harold and Edna Emrick; brother Lorin Emrick; and nephew Jeffrey Hovland. Survived by sisters Joyce (Jerry) Rowley of Crystal, MN; Donna (Al) Hovland of St. Louis Park, MN; sister-in-law Karla (Randy) Tschetter of Sioux Falls, SD; eight nieces and nephews; and 15 great nieces and nephews.  

Marilyn will always be remembered for her spunk, curiosity and her love of ‘kitty cats’ and other animals. Marilyn’s family would like to make a special thank you to everyone at the Chisago Lakes Achievement Center including Donna Grossmann, Cara Dreilich and Liz Christesen and family (Jim, Joe and Billy) for their care and support of Marilyn over the years.

Memorials are preferred to N.C. Little Hospice, 7019 Lynmar Lane, Edina, MN 55435. A private family gathering celebrating Marilyn’s life will commence at a later date.

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