Marilyn Blakeman Obituary in Ankeny at Memorial Services of Iowa

Obituary For Marilyn Blakeman

Marilyn Blakeman, 87, died May 22, 2025, at home. Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. May 29, 2025 at Byers/Cory Grove Cemetery 6603 NE 124th Place, Elkhart IA 50073.

Marilyn was born February 28, 1938, in Des Moines to Albert and Grace Martindale. She married the love of her life, Wayne Blakeman, in 1955 and went on to have 3 children. They were married 49 years before Wayne's passing in 2004.

Marilyn worked for Younkers and several other places during her working years. She enjoyed gardening and going to the casino in her later years.

She is survived by her son, Tim, and daughter, Robin, 6 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Wayne; daughter, Lin; granddaughter Nicole; a sister and her parents.

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