Born on September 12, 1939, to the late William and Catherine Allenbaugh, Marlene was a longtime resident of Halethorpe, Maryland. She will be remembered for her love of family and the special connections she shared with those closest to her.
She was the loving companion of Carl L. Cox Jr. and a devoted mother to Tony Bechler (Patty), Mike Bechler (Elizabeth), Dave Bechler (the late Vicki), and Jerry Bechler (Annabel “Sunshine”).
Marlene was preceded in death by her two sisters and one brother.
She was a cherished grandmother to David Jr., Jessica, Sabrina, Tyler, and Rachel, and a proud great-grandmother to Madison.