In loving memory of

Marilyn Billotti
August 16, 1935 - October 7, 2020

Marilyn C. Billotti, age 85, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at her home in Clinton Township. Marilyn was born on August 16, 1935 to the late Helen (nee: Andrus) and Raymond Tessmer in Hamtramck, MI.

Marilyn had many creative talents over the years, including making custom drapes and making afghans for her family. Her exceptional baking ability was showcased in her cake decorating and holiday treats. She also greatly enjoyed going to the casino and playing bingo. Her life-long calling and passion though was to be able to raise her family which she did with grace. Marilyn's family meant everything to her.

Beloved wife of the late George Taveggia and the late John Billotti. Dear friend of George Brown. Loving mother of Kathy (Dave) Brigolin, Jim (Kathleen) Taveggia, Karen (Phil) Benvenuti, Sue (Gary) Halligan, Sandy (Jim) Birko, and Nancy Taveggia. Cherished grandmother of James (Megan), Kristen (Joe), Joe (Kendall), the late Brad, Jon (Tara), Stephanie (Nick), Dan (Kayla), Ryan, Andrew, Zach and Natalie. Proud great-grandmother of Noah, Harrison, Lincoln, Macey, Killian, Logan, Angelo, Jack, Brayden, and Lochlan. Dear sister of Gwen (Dave) Bacon, Joann (Mike) Matouka, Don (Joan) Tessmer, Elaine (Dave) Nicholson, the late Bob Tessmer, the late Paul (Joyce) Tessmer and the late Thomas Tessmer. Marilyn is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Marilyn will lie instate from 9:30 am until the time of her Funeral Mass at 10 am at St. Paul of Tarsus Catholic Church, 41300 Romeo Plank Rd, Clinton Twp.

Memorial contributions can be made in Marilyn's name to St. Paul of Tarsus for the benefit of the Food Pantry or St. Jude Children Hospital.

Tributes

Marge Wischler wrote on Dec 8, 2020:

"Sorry to her of your loss. Marilyn was a family friend back in the 50s. My sisters went to school with her "

Patricia Duquette wrote on Oct 10, 2020:

"My cousin, Marilyn was a very special person. She was my confirmation sponsor and I still remember the lovely striped dress, she bought me, for my special day. I also remember her whispering the answer, to one of my classmates, who had blanked, when the bishop asked her a question. I have many happy memories of our get togethers. Pat Duquette"