Marilyn Yakel's obituary , Passed away on March 17, 2026 in Altamont, Illinois

Marilyn Yakel

January 28, 1935 - March 17, 2026 (91 years old)

Altamont, Illinois

Marilyn Yakel's obituary , Passed away on March 17, 2026 in Altamont, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gieseking Funeral Home

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Marilyn Yakel

January 28, 1935 - March 17, 2026 (91 years old)

Altamont, Illinois

Marilyn Yakel Obituary

We are sad to announce that on March 17, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Marilyn Yakel (Altamont, Illinois). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Marilyn's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Leonard Albert Miller and Regina Juanita Miller Brown (Bumgardner); her brothers, Larry and Rev. Joe Miller; and her sister-in-law Wanda Miller (Barrington).

She is survived by: her children, Louella Christensen of Altamont and Dan Yakel (Sandy) of Vandalia; her granddaughter Elisa Yakel (Kyle Tate) of Brownstown; and her sister-in-law Jan Miller (Hanna) of Florida. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Sidener Cemetery, Altamont First United Methodist Church, Lutheran Care Center or donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gieseking Funeral Home



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Apr 07

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First United Methodist Church
308 N 2nd St, Altamont, IL 62411

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Apr 07

Funeral service

First United Methodist Church
308 N 2nd St, Altamont, IL 62411

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