Marlene McGruder's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2025 in Watertown, South Dakota

Marlene McGruder

November 26, 1964 - February 17, 2025 (60 years old)

Watertown, South Dakota

Marlene McGruder's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2025 in Watertown, South Dakota

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson-Henry Funeral Home

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Marlene McGruder

November 26, 1964 - February 17, 2025 (60 years old)

Watertown, South Dakota

Marlene McGruder Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Marlene McGruder (Watertown, South Dakota), who passed away on February 17, 2025, at the age of 60, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Marlene's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ethel Sowards (Schilling) and Raymond Sowards; and her brothers, Lenny, Butch and Wayne.

She is survived by: her husband David; her son Shiloh; and her grandson Ashton.

In lieu of flowers, please perform a random act of kindness in her honor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson-Henry Funeral Home



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Wed

Feb 26

Visitation

Family Worship Center
1120 4th St NE, Watertown, SD 57201

Thu

Feb 27

Funeral service

New Life Assembly Church
1120 N Harrison Ave, Pierre, SD 57501

Fri

Feb 28

Committal service

Black Hills Veteran's Cemetery
20901 Pleasant Valley Dr, Sturgis, SD 57785

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