Sorry for your loss. I went to school with her many many years go. 

So sorry for your loss. A long time has passed since growing up in the same neighborhood and going our separate ways.  I've always carried good memories of Marylynn, Richard, their parents and grandparents. 

Marylynn,

It was so good to know you over the past ten years! 

 Will always remember your feistiness that some found off putting, others charming, but ultimately,  must be greatly admired and credited as you beat your doctors’ survival predictions over and over. 

Your love and loyalty to life partner Ron,
 your love and generosity to son Mark  and daughter-in-law Stacy, your unwavering devotion to grandson Michael, your sisterly love while sometimes fractious for Donna, the devotion and loyalty you inspired in your friends especially Michelle, your humanity to ex husband Mark, the unbounded mutual love of your 5-6 of Yorkies, the many beautiful things you collected-  all things I witnessed up close and will always remember and cherish. 

Till we meet again on the other side, farewell Marylynn, 

Your brother-in-law and friend,

Paul 

PS I already miss you!


Marylynn was one of the most spirited Young ladies in our compact family and neighborhood as we grew up. She was the Apple of Grampa Dick’s eye and the sternest words he ever used with her were “now listen here young lady”.  She could be a challenge for Grandma Pinky also but usually prevailed. I will miss her greatly. Stay happy go lucky Marylynn. 


Marylynn was a dearly beloved daughter of Herbert “ Grant” and Marie (McCullough) Elliott. A lover of horses and a natural beauty herself, Marylynn had an innate maternal way of comforting animals and elderly folks and babies. 
Such a strong personality and athletic abilities! My cousin was an expert water skier and natural leader and coach. She lived with all of her heart and appreciated the finer things in life … a good bottle of wine, darling Yorkies, warm hugs and beautiful antiques. 
Her grandson, Michael, was her life’s love and focus. She was proud of her son, Mark , and cared deeply for Stacey Jo. After much suffering and striving, Marylynn has reunited with her sweetheart, Ron, and I am sure she is riding ponies in the clouds!
I am grateful for Marylynn’s life and example of amazing strength, loyalty and great love. 
Sweetie, Rest In Peace and May we meet again in God’s wonderful eternity. 
My sincerest condolences to Mark, Stacey Jo and Michael; her big sister, Donna Cernik Hudson (Paul); and her little brother, Richard (Patricia) Elliott and many nieces and nephews,  cousins and friends. 

Judy Ann Goodfriend Jacobs,
First cousin
(Our moms, Evelyn and Marie, we’re sisters. My Uncle Grant helped me buy my first car. Our families have been linked in love and we have always delighted in  the Elliott family’s good news.)

Pictured here are Marylynn and her mom, my Aunt Marie. 

OBITUARY

Marylynn Jane Russum

January 3, 1953 – November 30, 2021

Palm Downtown Mortuary & Cemetery

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