marveling in their life journeys with their spouses and children. She particularly loved spending time with them at the family cabin on Loveless Lake in northwest Wisconsin, where laughter around the night campfire was inevitable and anticipated. She was a positive influence on all she knew and used her boundless energy to garden, sew, travel, and work on household projects with her family. In 1996, Marilyn married Don Sperry and they shared many years of mutual love. They traveled together throughout the US, enjoying the companionship of friends and siblings, attending Don's army reunions, and participating in many loved ones' celebrations. Marilyn is survived by her children and their spouses: Steve Hanson (Sue Hulsether), Viroqua, WI; Dawn (John) Kohner, Eden Prairie, MN; Bruce (Jean) Hanson, Rochester, MN; and Chad (Tricia) Hanson, Rochester, MN; five grandchildren: Allison and Michelle Hanson, Joey Kohner, Cleo and Rachel Hanson; and three siblings: Karon (Joe) Williams, Mansfield, TX; Kathy (Ron) Ostrander, Helena, MT; and Ron Daniels, Princeton, MN. She is also survived by numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and three step-children. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to Seasons Hospice, Bethel Lutheran Church, or to a charity of the donor's choice. We want to thank the staff at Seasons Hospice as well as Medical and Radiation Oncology for all of their care and compassion during this journey. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 13, 2018 at Bethel Lutheran Church (810 3rd Avenue SE). Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes and one hour prior to the service at the church. To leave a special memory or condolence please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com 5421 Royal Place NW Rochester, MN 55901 507-289-3600