Marilyn J. Schwimmer, 61, of Kenosha, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at United Hospital Systems-Kenosha Campus. Born on November 25, 1949, in Ozark, MI, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Virginia (Blattert) Lovegrove. She moved to Kenosha in 1969 and has resided here since. In 1973 she began her career as a Registered Nurse at Kenosha Hospital. She worked on 3 Palmer there until her retirement in February of 2009. Marilyn attended Crossway’s Church. She enjoyed painting, quilting, gardening and collecting antiques. She devoted her time to volunteering at Armitage Academy, where her son, Jacob attended. Marilyn also established her own mural painting business, where she would paint murals inside of people’s personal residences and other businesses throughout the years. She is survived by her three children, Jacob Schwimmer of Kenosha, Kimberly (James) Powers of Milton, WI, and Douglas Beaudoin of Appleton, WI; six brothers and sisters, Jim (Florence) Lovegrove of Michigan, Bev (Irv) Goeschel of Michigan and Florida, David Lovegrove of Michigan, Fran Barens of Michigan, Laura (Jerry) LaPoint of Wisconsin, and Virginia "Ginger" Allred of Mississippi; four grandchildren, Nicholas, Rebekah, David, and William "Billy"; and her two foster children, Zach and JessieRay. She was preceded in death by her parents a sister, Alaina. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 19th, at Proko Funeral Home at 5:30 p.m. Visitation will be held on Saturday at Proko Funeral Home from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Interment at Grace Brethren Church Cemetery in Michigan will be held privately at a later date.Proko Funeral Home and Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Marilyn’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Laurie Chichekian Paling
March 22, 2011
I didn't know Aunt Marilyn that well because I was adopted out of the family, but the times I've met her she's always made an impression with her friendliness, intelligence,wit,and great smile. May God sustain all those whose lives are a little less bright without her now. It saddens me that I'll never see her again.
Roman Bilak, MD
March 18, 2011
I have known Marilyn for many years as a supervisor on 3 Palmer at Kenosha Hospital. As a staff doctor, I was always impressed by her friendly personality and professional competence.It happened that a few days before I read her obituary I was at Kenosha Hospital and was directed by my nurses’ friends to see Marilyn.She informed me about her diagnosis but appeared to be in good spirits and good physical condition to tell me "she was going home".We talked about a doctor friend with similar diagnosis.After reading the obituary I was greatly surprised that her death occurred at the unexpectedly short interval.I wish to send my condolences to all the family of Marilyn and to express my sorrow.Roman Bilak, MD
Rev. Larry Schwanke
March 18, 2011
Kim, Jim,Nick and Beka, As we talked the other day, may God bless and keep you in His loving arms. I know it is very hard to say "good-bye" but because of Jesus, we know that all those who believe in Him, shall see each other and him in heaven. That is the joy and the hope in faith we have and share. God bless you all. Pastor
Susan Cairns
March 18, 2011
Though our paths haven't crosses in awhile, I will all ways remember the fun times we had over the many years. Sorry to have lost you physically, but you remain in my heart always.To your children and sibling,celebrate her life....think about all the great times that will always be in your heart!
Jennifer Gozdzialski
March 18, 2011
My Friend Marilyn, I will miss you tremendously. We had so much fun when you would visit! You will always be close to me, in my heart.