Marilyn J Ashby

Marilyn J Ashby (nee Raidl), aged 84, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Rae-Ann Nursing Home in Westlake, following an extended illness.

Born on April 2, 1939, in Elyria, OH, Marilyn had called Vermilion home for the last 28 years, having relocated from Elyria.

Throughout her career, Marilyn dedicated herself to Elyria City Schools as a Secretary, Sears, and  Harbourtown Homes Realty, serving as a Realtor for 30 years until her retirement.

Active in various community organizations, Marilyn was a former member of Good Sams Chapter 43, the Red Hats Society, Herb Club, and the Board of Directors for Lucy Idol. Her love for travel and camping brought her great joy.

Marilyn is survived by her husband of 38 years, David Ashby; daughters, Beth Morales, Sharon (Stephen) Fiege, and Carla (Scott) Hosier, grandson, Kevin Fiege, and grandchildren, Kayla Bowman, Cameron Hosier and Violet Hosier; brothers, Larry (Gheslane) Raidl and Jim Raidl.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles Nagy, and her parents, Mathew and Florence (nee Reese) Raidl.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 11:00 am at  Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron  with Father Frank Kosem  officiating. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Nest at Grey Hawk Golf Club, 665 U.S. Grand Street, Lagrange, Ohio 44050.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association at 23215 Commerce Park Rd., STE 300, Beachwood, OH 44122.

Expressions of sympathy and online condolences can be shared at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.