She married Dennis Thomas Pertuit, Sr. in 1967 and was his beloved wife for over 47 years until he passed away in November of 2015. She was also the most loving mother to Stephanie Reis (Matthew), Dennis T. "Denny" Pertuit Jr. (Debra), and Michael J. Pertuit (Kim). She was also a mother-figure to numerous others.
In her spare time, Marilyn enjoyed going to the movies, having lunch with her friends, volunteering for her church community, participating in various game nights, and relishing time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family.
Marilyn is survived by her children, her grandchildren: Sarah Pertuit (Shawn O’Connell), Caelan Reis (Kali), Cassidy Reis, Nolan Pertuit, and Lily Pertuit, and her great-grandchildren: Auden Pertuit, Alec Reis, and Amelia-Grace Reis. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Born on February 16, 1949, Marilyn was a native and lifelong resident of the New Orleans Area and grew up in the Saint Roch area where she attended Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic School and graduated from Francis T. Nicholls High School in 1966. She worked for the Archdiocese of New Orleans where she served as a School Food Service Manager for over 25 years. Marilyn was always involved with the various parishes that she attended. She could always be found with a big smile on her face, a warm welcome, and a huge heart that loved and cared for all.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Family Catholic Church 919 Spence Rd, Van Alstyne, TX 75495 on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, with visitation starting at 4:00 PM, the praying of the rosary at 5:30 PM, and a funeral mass immediately following the rosary.
In lieu of flowers, Masses or contributions to the Hereditary Colon Cancer Foundation or Holy Family Catholic Church in Van Alstyne, TX.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gonzalezfuneralsdallas.com for the Pertuit family.
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