Marilyn E. Donovan's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2026 in Livonia, Michigan

Marilyn E. Donovan

January 9, 1932 - May 17, 2026 (94 years old)

Livonia, Michigan

Marilyn E. Donovan's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2026 in Livonia, Michigan

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Phillips Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Marilyn E. Donovan

January 9, 1932 - May 17, 2026 (94 years old)

Livonia, Michigan

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The memory of Marilyn E. Donovan of Livonia, Michigan, who passed away on May 17, 2026 at the age of 94, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marilyn E. Donovan to pay them a last tribute.

Though Marilyn may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Marilyn touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She was predeceased by: her husband Mickey; her daughter Kathy; and her brother Frank. She is survived by: her children, Dianne Koslowski (Ken), Mike Donovan, Kerri Stephenson (Doug) and Kevin Donovan; and her sister Karen Koch (John). She is also survived by her 13 grandchildren; her 23 great-grandchildren.

Memorial donations may be made to Ward Church in her honor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Funeral Home & Crematorium



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May 28

Visitation

Phillips Funeral Home
122 W Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

Thu

May 28

Graveside service

South Lyon Cemetery
479 Stryker St, South Lyon, MI 48178

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