Marilyn Joyce Wyss, 89, of Chillicothe, formerly of Princeville and Watseka, passed away April 22, 2024, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria. Marilyn was born on December 22, 1934, in Princeville, to Alva and Zelma (Sloan) Peterson and graduated from Princeville High School, class of 1952. She married Edward Wyss on November 27, 1955, at the Presbyterian Church of Princeville. He survives.

Also surviving are two daughters, Kimberly (David) Deetjen of Naperville, and Karen (Steve) Ippen of Madison, Wisconsin; four grandchildren, Marc Deetjen, Grace Walder, Kevin Ippen, and Erin Ziebarth; and five great-grandchildren, Luke Deetjen, Micah Deetjen, Rebekah Walder, Benjamin Ippen, and Owen Ippen. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Melvin Peterson; and two sisters, Marjorie Galvin and Martha Mock.

Marilyn lived life as a witness to following Jesus Christ reading her Bible daily, leading Bible studies, and boldly sharing the Gospel to all. Well-known as a fun, playful grandmother, she also cherished getting photos and videos of her young great grandchildren. Marilyn served her calling as a caregiver to those around her for many years as a registered nurse in hospital and home health settings. She was a skilled seamstress, sewing, quilting, and mending for her family and friends. She loved music, playing clarinet, piano and using her singing voice. Her energy was ceaseless, with a love for physical fitness, running, and walking in her later years. Her love for dogs was almost as much as the people around her with whom she loved to socialize. Marilyn never met a stranger, was a dear friend to many and will truly be missed.

Marilyn’s family appreciates the excellence and compassion of her care givers: Shanda, Evergreen Senior Living staff, the office of Dr. Timothy Lawless and Carle Health Methodist Peoria staff.

Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Haskell Funeral and Cremation Services in Princeville. Memorial services and burial at the Princeville Township Cemetery will be private.

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