Marilyn Malone Obituary

Marilyn E. Malone was born into this world on March 12, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, to parents, William and Marie Klicker. She entered into Heaven, March 24, 2007, Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Lloyd E. Malone. She leaves in this world, her son, Lloyd ( wife, Christy) of Ellicott, Colorado; step-daughter, Sandra Gott (husband, George) of Pueblo, Colorado; grandchildren, Clem and Elizabeth Malone, and Matt Gott; brothers Karl (wife, Rheta) of Glenview, Illinois; and Ross (wife, JoAnne) of Arlington Heights, Illinois; and a host of friends and acquaintances. Marilyn was married in 1957 to Lloyd E. Malone, in Chicago, Illinois, traveled abroad to European countries, as an Army Sergeant's wife, before settling in Widefield, Colorado. She moved to Ellicott in 1972, to escape city life. She promptly became involved in the Ellicott community. She volunteered her time at the El Paso County Fair, where for many years she assisted in entering fair exhibits. She was a member of the Ellicott Extension Homemakers Club, where she spent many hours helping others. Marilyn was a volunteer of the Colorado Springs police department, in the financial records department. She received an award for 6000 hours, for continually dedicated volunteer service. Marilyn was a supporter of the Ellicott Fire Department. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved her family, and was loved by her family and friends. She loved dancing (in her younger years), laughing, sewing, crafts, and her computer. Marilyn will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and all who met her. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your favorite charity or to the Ellicott Fire Department. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at the Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2007 at the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel of Roses. A reception will be held immediately following the service, at the Central United Methodist Church, 4373 Emory Circle, Colorado Springs.