Marilyn J. Palmer
June 06, 2019
Marilyn J. Palmer, 82, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2019.
She was born July 22, 1936 in Des Moines, Iowa to Loren and Frances Ford. She married Larry Eugene Palmer on August 15, 1959. She worked for the City of Des Moines in the Permit & Development Center prior to her retirement. She was a member of Capitol Hill Christian Church and AARP. She was very musically inclined and played the piano, organ, and ukulele. She enjoyed going to Prairie Meadows and was an animal lover. Her family was her first priority and she loved them beyond measure.
Marilyn is survived by her children, Scott Palmer, Dallas (Lonnie) Palmer, Laura (Rick) Brugioni; step-children, Peg Maxwell, Gary (Ginger) Palmer, Steve (Jean) Palmer; twelve grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry;
Visitation will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral service at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Burial will take place at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery after the services.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the Animal Rescue League.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Michelle Van Ginkel
09/08/2019
I wasn't aware of her passing until months later, so wasn't able to be there. She can now begin her eternal progression.
Mary E. Johnson
06/27/2019
So sorry I was unable to attend visitation or funeral. I was "under the knife" for a severe shoulder injury the 12th--socket repair, rotator cuff repair, and healing with cracked humerus head and shoulder blade due to a "spread eagle" fall on wet grass May 18th.
Kathie Stogdill (Vandervort)
06/11/2019
Dear Dallas, Laura, & Scott and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I have so many happy memories of her and your family while I was growing up. May your memories of her comfort you in the days to come.
Much love to you all.
Kathie
Mary
06/11/2019
Im so sorry to hear of Marilyns passing, she was an absolute joy to know and will be missed by so many people. It was a great honor just to know her!
Laura Brugioni
06/11/2019
Please know that my Mother was also survived by her sister, Jeanne (Leo) McGough. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Loren (Sonny) Ford and Richard Ford. Her siblings were omitted in the obituary by the funeral home in error.
Shannon blackwell
06/10/2019
I have only known you a year but it didn't take long for me to see what a special woman were. I am going to miss all the likes and comments on Facebook. You were always the first one to comment on my posts with Tim Corey! You will be missed more than you could ever know. I've heard it's beautiful up there. Tim likes to tell people to give his mom a hug from him. Don't forget to keep an eye out because Tim's dog trouble is up there and he needs a fishing partner until it's Tim's time to go!
Donna Oatley Link
06/10/2019
The obit picture is the way I remember Marilyn. It looks like high school graduation. She was one of my oldest friends from grade school days at Willard. She kept track of old friends. I will miss seeing her on Facebook. To the family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Maria Gomes
06/10/2019
I will miss you, especially when I was working at Target. Meeting sitting talking at the tables with all your friends. RIP with your husband Larry.
Therese Brommel-Fontanini
06/10/2019
I will miss you Marilyn we have communicated almost everyday. It was a blast all of us at the big round table in Target having coffee and chatting away.
Now you can be with Larry.
RiP dear lady
Therese
John and Carla Clement
06/10/2019
Scott and family are in our prayers. Miss Larry and now Marilyn too. With the Lord's love and prayers. John and Carla Clement ??????????
Sharon Derham
06/09/2019
I knew Marilyn when she was in high school .She went to school with my Brother Don Derham and everyone else in the class. Will miss yaking with her on Facebook. my love and prayers are with the whole family
Marcita Enriquez Cahail
06/08/2019
Loved playing cards with Marilyn and her Husband. They were sooo much fun. Very Happy memories.
Plus I think they won most of the time. RIP.
Bev Kiefer
06/08/2019
She was one of us. She was a very kind and caring person. We will miss her very much.
The East High Class of June "54"
LUNCH BUNCH....