He was predeceased by his parents and younger brother, Doren. Surviving is his brother, Gary (Cheryl) and his wife of 68 years, Lorene.
Marlyn was a proud member of American Legion Lyle Edwards Post of Leslie since 1958. He was also a life member of Leslie Lodge No. 212 FAM and Houghton-Higgins Elks #1982. But he was most proud of being a life member of Iron Workers Local No. 25.
Marlyn had requested that there be no services. The family is being served by the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes Ball-Dunn Chapel in Mason. Memories and online condolences may be shared with the family at www.grbdmason.com.