Marilyn J. Devlin

She was the beloved wife of the late Edward J. Devlin for over 60 years. Born in Newton, MA, daughter of the late Ernest and Jean (Cowan) Antoni, Marilyn was a 1953 graduate of Needham High School and received an associate’s degree from Endicott College.

Marilyn, along with her husband, ran the Greater Boston Antique and Collectible Toy Show in Dedham from the 1980’s into the early 2000’s. She was a member of the Secular Franciscan Order (OFS) in Fall River since the early 60’s, and she enjoyed her long participation with the Bristol Women's Bowling League of Warren, RI.

She is survived by her children James R. Devlin and his wife Anne Marie Cardin of Warren, RI, and Milissa J. Paige of Warwick, RI. Other family members include her grandchildren Teresa C. Devlin of Hanson, MA, Michael W. Devlin and his wife Kelly of West Hollywood, CA, Christian S. Paige and Andrew S. Paige of Warwick, RI, and the late James J. Devlin; her great-grandchild the late Logan A. Devlin; and her step-family members, and nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will be deeply missed by all of them and remembered fondly in both their hearts and stories.

Marilyn will be remembered for her friendly spirit and the kindness she shared with everyone she met. Her quick-witted sense of humor made all who knew her smile and she was adored by so many.

Visitation is on Thursday, June 11th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Birchcrest, 189 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea, MA 02777. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 12th at 10 AM in St. Dominic's Church, 1277 Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Swansea, MA 02777. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private and in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Fall River.