Marilyn A. Erb Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Marilyn A. Erb, age 87, of Rensselaer, Indiana passed away March 30, 2018, at Franciscan Health Rensselaer. Marilyn was born in Rensselaer on June 15, 1930, the daughter of Walter and Sarah (Holmes) Erb. A lifetime resident of Rensselaer, Marilyn graduated with the Class of 1948 from Rensselaer High School. She was employed at Babcock Construction for 35 years as the bookkeeper and office manager. Marilyn was a member of the First Christian Church in Rensselaer. For many years she served in the church kitchen preparing meals for the Rensselaer Rotary Club. Marilyn loved to travel with her twin sister Evelyn and together they had many adventures. Their travels took them to places across the United States, including Hawaii, and across Europe. They especially enjoyed visiting and sightseeing on their trip to Friesenheim, Germany. One of their most memorable travels was to the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado to see the graduation ceremony of their cousin Ronald Herre. Surviving is her loving twin sister Evelyn, numerous cousins and her dear friend Betty Lintner. Friends will be received at the Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer on Tuesday, April 3, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Funeral services for Marilyn will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer with Rev. Elizabeth Hartmann and Rev. Marcia Smith-Wood officiating. Burial will follow at Weston Cemetery in Rensselaer. Memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church of Rensselaer or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Marilyn A. Erb

June 15, 1930 - March 30, 2018