Marilyn Richlak

MARILYN L. RICHLAK (nee Davies) age 81, beloved wife of the late Larry; loving mother of Michelle Kuhlman (husband William) and Kimberley Kelly-Maden (husband Ronald); devoted grandmother of Bryan, Megan, Kaitlyn, Kaleigh and step-grandmother of Zachary; cherished daughter of the late David and Erna (nee Bole) Davies; dearest niece of Ruthie Osucg.

Marilyn was born on May 31, 1935 in Cleveland and passed away on August 22, 2016. She was a resident of Highland Heights for 46 years and attended church at Mayfield United Methodist Church. Marilyn graduated from Collinwood High School where she was a National Honor Society member. She was secretary for the Police and Fire Retirees & Widows of Greater Cleveland, and volunteered at the Hospice of the Western Reserve. Marilyn was also past president of the Highland Heights Women’s Club. She enjoyed creating flower arrangements and dancing, particularly polkas. Marilyn loved spending time with her family and friends and especially enjoyed watching her grandchildren’s sporting activities and was very proud of their achievements. She will be remembered most as a selfless, generous, loving, and independent woman. Marilyn will be greatly missed.

Contributions may be made in Marilyn’s memory to Hospice of Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44110.

Family will receive friends to pay tribute and to celebrate the life of Marilyn at THE DEJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.) SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 4-8 PM. Chapel service Monday, 10 AM at Knollwood Cemetery, 1678 SOM Center Rd.