Marilyn Arthur

Marilyn Arthur (Dennis) of Old Tappan, New Jersey, devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away on January 11th surrounded by her adoring family.

Marilyn was born February 1, 1942, in Passaic, New Jersey to Charles and Mary Dennis (Polesky). She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her devoted husband for over 58 years, Mitchell R. Arthur, and her four loving children, Lauren (Tom) Marren, Mitchell (Christine) Arthur, Jennifer (Peter) DeAngelo, and Matthew Arthur (Maria Varotta). She is also survived by her brother Joseph (Marilou) Dennis and many nieces and nephews.

Marilyn was blessed with nine grandchildren who were the lights of her life: Connor, Ryan and Kelsey Marren; Mitchell, Caroline, Alanna and Jack Arthur; and Ava and Aidan DeAngelo.

Marilyn was known for her gift of love and hospitality. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family and friends. She took great joy in spending time with her family on birthdays, holidays, and all celebrations. Christmas was her favorite time of the year, and she made everything so festive for her family during all holiday gatherings.

After an unexpected illness and a long, difficult hospital stay, Marilyn’s prayer to spend this past Christmas with her family at home was answered, saying it was “the best Christmas ever.” A true Christmas miracle!

Marilyn loved the ocean and spent many summer days on Long Beach Island, New Jersey. The beach was her favorite place, and it brought her great joy especially when she was with her husband, all of her children and grandchildren down the shore.

Marilyn will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She was so kind and touched many people over the years with her beautiful smile and generous nature. The Arthur family asks that she be remembered for the joy and happiness she brought to others, not the sadness of her passing.

A visitation for Marilyn will be held Friday, January 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ 07675. A mass of Christian burial will occur Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St Pius X Roman Catholic Church, 268 Old Tappan Rd, Old Tappan, NJ 07675. An interment will occur Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 11:45 AM at St. Mary's Cemetery, 224 Westminster Place, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663.