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Marilyn L. Groff

December 24th, 1936 – March 24th, 2021

Marilyn Lucille Groff, age 84 of Macomb, Illinois, formerly of Astoria, passed away at 10:44 am on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at The Elms in Macomb. She was born on December 24, 1936 in Pekin, Illinois, the daughter of Frank and Grace (Strubhar) Goulding. Marilyn married Phillip Dean Groff on June 4, 1954 in Ipava, Illinois. He preceded her in death on January 5, 2009.

Marilyn was also preceded in death by her parents, great-granddaughter Alexis Miller, one brother Gene Eberle, and two sisters, Irene Heffren and Sharon Goulding.

She is survived by her son Bob (and Marcia) Groff of Canton, Illinois, two daughters, Pam Fugate of Industry, Illinois and Lisa (and Ryan) Sullivan of Table Grove, Illinois, five grandchildren; Shane (and Stacy) Gilmore, Tisha Miller, Mason McCormick, Madison McCormick, and Easton Sullivan, five great-Grandchildren; Laci Miller, Colby Miller, Benton Gilmore, Jacob Gilmore, and Cassy Gilmore, and one brother, Frank (and Judy) Goulding of Bushnell, Illinois.

Marilyn was a homemaker. She also worked at Pioneer Seed Company as a sorter.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of Marilyn's life will be held a a future date.

Condolences


March 24th, 2021

Lisa, I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mother. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. Love and hugs, Laurie and Eric

March 24th, 2021

So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Thinking of you all..💔 Debbie Douglas

March 24th, 2021

Hugs and prayers! May God's love comfort your family. Chaffin family

March 24th, 2021

So sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you and your family.

March 24th, 2021

So sorry to hear of her passing. Loved taking care of her when i worked at the Elms. Thinking of you all Becky Hamm

March 25th, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. I know she loved you all. May God bring you comfort and peace. Sincerely, Linda Shaw

March 25th, 2021

So sorry to hear your loss of Marilyn. Hugs and prayers to all. Marilyn Shawgo

March 25th, 2021

Lisa, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Prayers and condolences go out to all the family. Cheryl Reimolds

March 25th, 2021

So sorry for your loss
Thinking of you all
Many good times with Marilyn going to Avon meetings together
Hugs and prayers for you all
Bev Taylor & family

March 25th, 2021

Im so sorry for your loss.. She was a ray of sunshine everytime Id see her.. I very much loved taking care of her at The Elms.. -Ariel Cook

March 25th, 2021

She was a great neighbor. Prayers for you all.

March 25th, 2021

So sorry for the loss of your mom. Prayer for all of your family. Dee Jones

March 25th, 2021

So sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers to your family! Wayne and Winnie

March 25th, 2021

We are so very sorry Lisa. You were a true blessing to her. You have our sincere sympathy.
Pam and Mike France

March 25th, 2021

So very sorry for the family's loss. Marsha Thomas

March 25th, 2021

Lisa, so sorry to hear of your loss. Extending deepest sympathy for you and your family.
Ed and Pam Wickert

March 26th, 2021

sincere condolences on the loss of your mom.she was a sweet lady. kathy cox

March 26th, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Barbara Hamm

March 26th, 2021

So sorry for your loss of your mom she was a Beautiful lady.Hugs LuAnn Bucher-Bollinger

March 27th, 2021

Sending prayers and hugs. Bob and Loretta Mummert

March 27th, 2021

So sorry for your loss! Gene &
Connie Lockard