Marilyn Inman
November 08, 2011
Marilyn Jean Inman, 76, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2011, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines. She was born September 14, 1935, in Davis County to Ralph and Clemmie Downing.
She graduated from Davis County High School in 1953, and married Reed J. Inman June 6, 1954 at Floris Christian Church
Marilyn is survived by her husband of 57 years, Reed Inman; sons, Randy (Pat) Inman and Allen (Patty) Inman; daughter, Linda (Donny) Wright; seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; brother, Ralph (Evelyn) Downing; sister, Sue (Marty) Zylstra; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Harvey Downing, and sister, Janice Stufflebeam.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Saturday, November 12, 2011, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, November 11 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Taylor House Hospice, 3401 E. Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50317, in loving memory of Marilyn.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Richard and Ione Friend
11/12/2011
We have fond memories of the Downing family. Marilyn and parents,
Ralph and Clemmie also all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May the Lord fill your hearts with His comfort today.
doug dick
11/11/2011
reed and family so sorry to hear about marilyn she was always the 1st.person to greet us at the fair what a great lady doug rachel & kids
Denise Swackhammer
11/11/2011
Linda Wright,
Linda:
I am so sorry to hear about you mom. For some reason I have been thinking of you lately. I asked Melody and Vicky just last week if they had heard from you and how your mom was doing. Then I heard this week about your mom. I could not believe it. I remember how good you were to me when my brother past away. It is a very difficult time right now for you and your family and I feel so sad for your loss. I know your mom had been sick for a long time but it is still not some thing you are ready for. My thoughts and prayers are with you. When you get a chance I would love to hear from you.
Denise
Larry Tuel
11/11/2011
Dear Reed and Family,
I was saddended by the passing of Marilyn. But I also had thoughts of good memories and fun we had when we all worked at IFA together. I worked with her for about 7 years there and I have to say she was the most delightful and hardworking person on board. She was a delight to work with, showed exemplary office skill and got the job done. She was fun to talk to and I always liked her sense of humor and stories about camping at the fair. She was a very thoughtful woman and sensistive to others feelings. I miss her, and I am sorry I cannot come to the service as I am out of town today and tomorrow. I know this hurts and I understand your pain, Marilyn was so kind to come to my son's funeral and gave me a lot of comfort as did your family. I will not forget her.
Larry Tuel
Craig Downing
11/11/2011
uncle Reed and Family
sorry to hear about your loss we will miss her.
Craig Downing an Family
Jack Strable Jr.
11/11/2011
Todd and Jen I am saddened to hear of the loss of your Grandma Marilyn. She had a great ability to pull ya in with a hug and smile and make ya feel like family, Even if ya were not. For them random acts of kindness I will be forever thankful to have met her. Thoughts and prayers to the Inman family.
Tracy Knapp and Bud Gift
11/10/2011
Reed and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Marilyn was a special lady. She was so
very bless to have a wonderful family. We will miss her and Reed at the
the Shores. We were blessed to have met Reed and Marilyn.
Tracy Knapp
Bud Gift
(Ellie's Family)
Connie Bryant
11/10/2011
Marilyn was very dear to me! I worked with her at the Iowa Finance Authority for several years, then kept in touch with her after she retired. She always called me "Miss Connie". I have missed seeing and talking to her over the last couple of years. She will always have a special place in my heart.
My deepest sympathy to Reed & all the family.
Amy Lortscher-Anderson
11/09/2011
I am so sorry to hear about Grandma. I have so many fond memories. She was an amazing woman. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Doug and Joan Van Damme
11/09/2011
Linda, Don, and Family....it was a pleasure to meet your Mom, Grandma and and Friend....she was a very special lady.....Our heartfelt sympathy to each of you.....If you need anything just call.....Love you.
Mary Lister
11/09/2011
Bob & I send our deepest sympathy to you all during this time of loss. It is never easy to say good-bye to one who is loved so deeply.
We ask the Lord to comfort you during this time, and to express His love for you.
In Christ,
Mary & Bob Lister
Misty, Randy and Cole Peckham
11/09/2011
So sorry to hear about Grandma. She always had a smile on her face. She will be missed. Thinking of you all, and in our prayers.
bob eddinger
11/08/2011
hey jen and todd sorry to hear ur grandma past she was a great person i enjoyed seein them at the ball games she will be missed but she will always be in our hearts if u need anything please call big bob