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Marilyn I. Downey

November 23, 1941 - November 17, 2016

Marilyn I. Downey, 74, formerly of Van Buren homes and more recently of New Brighton, passed away Thursday, November 17, 2016.Born November 23, 1941, in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Melvin and Isabell Wakefield.  Marilyn was a retiree of Westinghouse Electric in Vanport.  She was a member of the White Shrine and the American Legion Post 580 Auxiliary in Monaca.Surviving are two sons, Jack Allen (Martha) Buck of Ashburn, VA, and Thomas Hiltz (Kim Hoffman) of New Brighton; seven grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Ted (Ruth) Wakefield of Hookstown, Bobby (Pam) Wakefield of Tappahannock, VA, and Joe Wakefield of Vanport; many nieces and nephews, and her best friend, Barb Hostetter.In addition to her parents Marilyn was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Squires and a sister-in-law, Jenny Wakefield.A private interment will be held in Grandview Cemetery, Beaver Falls.  Arrangements were entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit simpsonfuneralhome.com.

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Marilyn I. Downey, 74, formerly of Van Buren homes and more recently of New Brighton, passed away Thursday, November 17, 2016.Born November 23, 1941, in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Melvin and Isabell Wakefield.  Marilyn was a retiree of Westinghouse Electric in Vanport.  She was a member of the White Shrine andContinue Reading

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Lorraine Treusdell left a message on April 22, 2017:
Jack Allen, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. Marilyn was truly an amazing woman. I hold very special memories in my heart for the time I got to spend with her and Gene. In my prayers always, Lorraine
John Pouerie left a message on November 22, 2016:
My thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Mrs. Marilyn I. Downy. May God bless and bring strength, peace, and unity to her family and friends. May Mrs. Downy rest in grace and peace with Him always, Amen.
Geoff left a message on November 21, 2016:
Jack,I am sorry you had to lose someone so important and special in your life. I’ll be praying for you and the rest of your family. No one can replace your mom, but God can comfort your heart. He knows what you need during this time much better than anyone else.God Bless,Geoff
Kathy Hoffman left a message on November 19, 2016:
I wanted to express my sympathy. As the stony nurse I meet many patients but some leave a lasting impression. I enjoyed my time with her, she was a great lady!
Simpson Funeral Home left a message:
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