Marlys Kerton Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Marlys Kerton (Creston, Iowa), born in Joplin, Missouri, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Marlys left this world on February 1, 2026 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Marlys Kerton to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Marna Anderson and J. D. Anderson; her husband Steve Kerton; and her brother-in-law Larry Owens. She is survived by: her sister Janis Owens of Creston, Iowa; her nephew Ethan Owens (Dana) of Waukee; her great-nieces, Evelyn and Jeanie; her nephew Eric Owens (Kylie) of Leawood; her great-niece Katelyn; her great-nephew Tommy; her niece Leanne Smith (Russ); her great-nieces, Addie and Eva; her great-nephew Graham; and her siblings-in-law, Nancy Hough (Jim) and Dave Kerton.