It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Marelene Kay Saum of Bradenton, Florida, born in Lansing, Michigan, who passed away on February 26, 2024, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Glen Smith and Thursa Smith; and her siblings, Donna, Bonna Smith and Glenn Smith Jr..

She is survived by : her husband John E. Saum; her sons, Eric Saum (Erica) of Cape Cod and Adam (Erica Joy) of Farmington Hills, Michigan; her granddaughters, Gracey, Zoe Saum of Massachusetts, Elizabeth, Addison and Emily Saum of Michigan; her sister Mary Ann Garlock (Donald) of Grand Ledge; and her sister-in-law Norma Oakley-Smith of Petoskey, Michigan. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Living Lord Lutheran Church Memorials in Marlene's name, or to a charity of your choice in her name.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sound Choice Cremation and Burials