"I just heard of Marlyn's passing. Condolences to Denise, Karla, Vic and Lana. I spent many fun times with Denise at your home in Canton. Your mom was always welcoming and fun. My mother and your mom went to high school together and the Essex family were friends too. RIP Marlyn. ?"
In loving memory of
Marlyn C. Ewalt
September 24, 1925 - June 23, 2020
Marlyn C. Ewalt
Canton - Marlyn C. Ewalt, 94, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at Red Oak Estates in Canton.
She was born on September 24, 1925, to O.L. "Roy" and Mabel E. (Moul) Nelson. They both preceded her in death.
She married Karl Ewalt on July 4, 1942 in Farmington. He preceded her in death in 2015.
Also preceding her in death are two brothers, Dale Nelson and Burl Nelson.
Surviving are four children, Lana L. (Larry) Henderson of Lees Summit, MO, Karla K. (Danny) Polhemus of Germantown Hills, IL, Victor E. (Chris) Ewalt of Hanna City, IL. and Denise J. Meyers, of Canton, IL, eleven grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.
Marlyn graduated from Farmington Highschool in 1949, she enjoyed fishing, gardening, flowers and spending time with her family.
Cremation rites will be accorded. A burial of her and her ashes will be held at a later date in Trivoli Cemetery in Trivoli.
Memorials may be made to Copperas Creek Fire Department.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Remembering all the time I spent at the Ewalt house. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It is never easy to loose your mom at any age.."
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together as you celebrate a life blessed and well lived. Psalms 90:10"
"Rest Easy Marlyn I will miss seeing you Fly High "