Of Elm Grove and Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin Marlene died peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the age of 85.  Marlene was the beloved wife for 65 years of Richard Schilffarth. Loving mother of Christine S. (Ray) Krieg and Richard Schilffarth Jr. Treasured Grammie of Adam (Catherine) Schilffarth, Kristin (Travis) Roberts, Lauren Krieg, Katherine Krieg and Susan Krieg. Proud Great Grandmother of Gabriel, Lexie, Tyler, and Riley, also lovingly survived by sister-in-law’s Jean S. Barnes and Joann S. Bakula.

Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, January 12 from 12 Noon to 1:45 PM, followed by the service at 2 PM. A reception will follow. Private family graveside services at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Brookfield.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Marlene to the MS Society, Sunset Playhouse or the Glacial Lakes Conservancy are appreciated.

“Marlene’s generous and welcoming nature, love of family and friends, and passion for her beliefs left its mark on the people she knew and the communities she served.”

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