Marilyn Hartmann passed away peacefully with her family and friends by her side on September 27, 2018. She was born on July 8, 1925 in Madison, Wisconsin to her parents Ralph and Ethel Todd. Marilyn was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She was also a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. She worked at the college Registrar's office prior to her wedding to Jerry Hartmann on August 26, 1949. She has been a resident of South Holland, Illinois since 1970. She enjoyed cooking for her family, embroidery, gardening and traveling with her loving husband Jerry. They attended many Elderhostels around the country which gave them much happiness and enjoyment. She had a special love for animals and birds. Hummingbirds were a favorite and she enjoyed watching for them at their feeder. She is survived by her husband of sixty nine years Jerry and her three loving children: Alan (Sue) Hartmann, Dennis (Judy) Hartmann, and Kristina (Paul) Coccaro. She also leaves her grandchildren: Jeff, Jennifer, Valerie, Stephanie and Jessica. Memorial Visitation Saturday, October 6, from 11 a.m. until the time of Memorial Service at 1 p.m. at Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service) 15801 S. Cottage Grove Ave., four blocks North of 162nd St. (Rte. 6) Dolton/South Holland. Interment private.