Service Information
Marilyn Black, age 85, of Fairfax passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at Southview Living Center in Gibbon.
A Private Family Graveside Service will be at St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Cairo Township, Renville County, Minnesota.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
Obituary
Marilyn Ruth Black was born on July 23, 1934, in Gibbon, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Fredrick and Margaret (Wandersee) Pockrandt. Marilyn was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth. She received her education in Gibbon and was a graduate of the Gibbon High School.
October 22, 1952, Marilyn was united in marriage to Arden Black at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gibbon, Minnesota. After their marriage, they farmed together in Cairo Township. They were blessed with five children. She was a loving mother, homemaker and helped on the farm. Marilyn and Arden shared 58 years of marriage when Arden passed away on August 20, 2011.
Marilyn was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Fairfax and a member of the Ladies Guild.
Marilyn enjoyed cooking, gardening, quilting, and traveling. She cherished the time she spent with her children, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
When she needed assistance with her care, Marilyn became a resident of Southview Living Center in Gibbon and passed away there on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at the age of 85 years. Blessed be her memory.
Marilyn is survived by her:
Daughters, Liz Kiecker and her significant other, Gregg Guggemos of Winsted, MN, and
Sue Schweiss and her husband, Myron of Fairfax, MN;
Sons, LaMar Black and his wife, Sue of Fairfax, MN, and
Joel Black and his wife, Shari of Gibbon, MN;
13 Grandchildren;
30 Great-grandchildren;
Sisters, Elvira Landgraff and her husband, Virgil of Minneapolis, MN, Genny Schmidt and her husband, Bob of Hutchinson, MN, Jeanette Compart of Nicollet, MN;
Brother, Robert “Bob” Pockrandt and his wife, Barbara of FL;
Sister-in-law, Lily Pockrandt of IA;
Many Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her Parents; Fredrick and Margaret Pockrandt; Husband, Arden Black; Daughter, Valorie Black; Son-in-law, Steven Kiecker; Siblings, Raymond Pockrandt, Marvin (Elaine) Pockrandt, Ellsworth (Jean) Pockrandt, Phyllis Novak, Rosie (Elmer) Ehnes; and Brother-in-law, Gerald Compart.
Joan Forst says
Liz, Sue, Lamar, Joel & families,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all through this trying time. May you all find comfort in knowing that your loved one is now at peace in heaven. Cherish the memories you all have of her. She will be missed but not forgotten.
Rich & Joan Forst
Valerie Holzhueter says
I am so sorry for the earthly loss of your mother and mother in law, Joel and Shari
Phil Scriver says
Dear Family & Friends of Marilyn Black,
May God bless you in your time of loss. The simple words of Jesus come to mind at times like this, “Because I live, you also will live” (John 14:19). Cherish and celebrate this simple promise of our risen Savior!
Phil Scriver
Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School
Tanya Turnock says
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. She was an amazing woman to care for.
Bob and Patti Young says
Sorry to hear of your loss. Marilyn was a kind lady. May she Rest In Peace.