Marilyn Dillingham Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Marilyn Dillingham of Chester, Nebraska, who passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 80, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Marilyn find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Martin Schlife and Evelyn E. Schlife (Lutz); her husband Norman Dillingham; her grandchildren, Sara Varney and John Varney; her brothers, Leo Schlife and John Schlife; and her sister-in-law Mary Ann Devries.
She is survived by: her children, Michael J. Varney (Karen) and Robin M. Laue (Lloyd); her stepdaughters, Gayle Beck (Allen) and Laurie Pierle (John); and her brothers, Steve Schlife (Judi) and Tom Schlife. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren.
