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2017
Marilyn R. Dunfee of Ames, age 89, passed away peacefully from natural causes at the Northcrest Community on September 30th. She is survived by her daughter Paula Morrow (Miles), two grandchildren, John Morrow (Swati) and Megan Monroe (Michael), and one great-grandchild, Miles Monroe. Her sister, Linda Sheets, of Springfield Ohio, also survives her along with numerous nieces and nephews. Marilyn was a devoted mother and valued contributor to the nation's space program through her work with space logistics providers at the Kennedy Space Center. Per her request, there will be no funeral services.
Friends and family who would like to honor Marilyn can make a donation to the Northcrest Community Gifts and Memorials fund, which will be used to plant a memorial tree in Marilyn's name.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Stevens Memorial Chapel.
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October 9, 2017
Paula, so very sorry to hear about your Mom's passing! I remember so many fun times sitting at the kitchen table talking about boys and doing a lot of laughing. She always made me feel at home.
With love,
Peggy (Farris) Porter
October 6, 2017
Tonja (Poole) Elberfeld
So sorry to hear of you loss.
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