Marilyn was born in Detroit, MI. She subsequently moved to Burbank, CA where she attended the Villa Cabrini Academy. A year after graduation she met the love of her life, Donald Graham, and the two were married at the Air Force Academy Chapel the day after his graduation. Marilyn then took on the important role of military wife and mother. After Donald's retirement they settled in Tampa, FL and continued to travel the world. Marilyn was preceded in death by her two sons, John and Patrick Graham. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Donald Graham; daughter Laura Graham (Douglas Haven); granddaughter Lorelai Haven; and sister Dolores Machtolff. A visitation will take place on Friday, January 3, 2024 from 12pm-2pm at Blount and Curry Funeral Home Oldsmar West Hillsborough Chapel, 6802 Silvermill Dr, Tampa, FL 33635 with funeral services beginning at 2pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made in Marilyn's name to the Suncoast Hospice Foundation. https://suncoasthospicefoundation.org/donations2/
