Marilyn Friske
January 14, 1950 - October 07, 2011
Obituary
MADISON-Marilyn Friske, age 61, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Oct. 7, 2011, at the HospiceCare Center. She was born on Jan. 14, 1950, in Madison, the daughter of Russell Kenneth and Elizabeth (Hammersley) Friske. Marilyn graduated from Central High School in 1968, then joined the U. S. Air Force, serving for six years during the Vietnam war era. She was very active in Alcoholics Anonymous and was a great mentor to those in need. Marilyn was a drug and alcohol counselor at Rebos House and then the Detox Center. Her most recent job was at Tobacco Outlet in Monona. Marilyn loved softball and was a huge Packers fan. She is survived by her siblings, Barbara (Bill) Crawford, Sandra Friske, Thomas Friske, and Janice Friske; nieces and nephews, Jason, Justin, Chad, Carrie, Nicole and Thomas Jr.; four great-nieces; adopted grandchildren, Lydia and Amelia; and best friend and greatest supporter, Maureen Drunasky. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Patricia Dobie. On behalf of Marilyn’s wishes, no funeral services will be held. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
On behalf of Marilyn’s wishes, no funeral services will be held. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Sandi Friske
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Marilyn, I am so proud to say that you were my big sister. You were such a great inspiration to our whole family we were so proud of you. You travled down some very dark roads and came out on top. I miss you so much it takes my breath away. I love you. Rest in peace.
Your Little sister
Sandi
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Robin Wilder Tenpenny
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Marilyn, I am so sorry for missing you. I saved your sweet card from a couple years ago, meaning to reply. But for all my transitions in two years, I am sick now I missed my chance to say goodbye.
Again I wish I could thank you for your friendship, so many years ago when we young women in the AF. We shared many good times to remember from those days.
Often our lives impact others' in ways we may not be aware. You were a great and loyal friend to me, as I'm certain you were also to many others. I will always smile to think of you, to feel proud that you called me your friend. May God bless you now with peace and bless the lives of those you loved.