Marilyn L. Kutzler, age 89, from Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, formerly of Waukegan, Illinois, passed away at Froedtert Hospital on Sunday, July 24, 2022, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Marilyn was born May 5, 1933, to Harold and Luella (Klann) Rowe in Waukegan, Illinois. Since the age of 2, she was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Waukegan. Marilyn graduated from Waukegan Township High School in 1950. She married John (Jack) Kutzler on January 26, 1952, after meeting him when she and Jack stood up in a wedding at Victory Hospital, Waukegan, Illinois, for their respective friends. They celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary last January. Marilyn retired from Victory Memorial Hospital in 1995, after working as a Unit Secretary for 13 years at St. Therese and 9 years at Victory. When she married Jack, she quickly became an avid Cubs fan, watching innumerable games with Jack and other family members through the years. She and Jack loved playing cards, especially Hand and Foot. Along with ‘her honey,’ the very greatest loves of her life were her 10 children and over 60 grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a blessing to many and will be greatly missed. Marilyn is survived by Jack and 9 of their 10 children: Mary (Tim) Esser of Janesville, WI; Julie (Kent) Thomas of McHenry, IL; Mark of Albuquerque, NM; Jack of The Colony, TX; Jan (Jim) Warner of Antioch, IL; Martin of Milwaukee, WI; Jerry (Penny) of Kenosha, WI; Margie (Jim) Burba of Beach Park, IL; and Jill (Don) Jensen of Jefferson City, MO, along with 60-plus grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, her son Jeff, her brother Richard, granddaughter Summer Thomas, and daughter-in-law Carrie. Visitation for Marilyn will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 824 N. Lewis Avenue in Waukegan beginning at 11 a.m., followed by services at noon. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital would be appreciated by her family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111 60th St. 262 654 3533Visit & Sign Marilyn’s Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Susan Marchant
July 28, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. I remember working with her at the hospital. She was a wonderful person and will be missed. Our deepest condolences. Ken and Sue Marchant
Joe Chess
July 28, 2022
Our prayers and sympathy to the Kutzler Family.Joe and Sandy Chess
Robert Brendel
July 27, 2022
The news of the sudden death of Marylin has saddened me. The memories I have of her will always remain in my heart. A good heart has stopped beating, a good soul has ascended to heaven.Please accept my condolences, I will pray that God gives her family the courage and support they need during this dark time.May her soul Rest in Peace.Bob Brendel
Carol Moreth
July 27, 2022
Sincere condolences to all of Marilyn's family and friends. Fondly, Carol and Brad Moreth
Dale Justin
July 27, 2022
It was a pleasure to know Marilyn. She will be dearly missed. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Peterson
July 26, 2022
In fond memory of Mariln Kutzler. She and Jack were my neighbors for 14 years. Marilyn was a good neighbor and kind and thoughtful friend. I will really miss her.
Ellen Anderson
July 26, 2022
Marilyn was such a joy to work with no matter how hectic it got she was able to bring a smile or a chuckle to the shift. She well be greatly miss