Marilyn M. Matthiesen, age 91 of Bryant, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Bickford Cottage in Clinton. In following Marilyn’s wishes cremation rites have been accorded. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 9:00 to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Faith Lutheran Church in Andover. A service will begin at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Center Grove Cemetery.

Marilyn was born in Clinton on April 28, 1932, the daughter of Otto and Florence (Henningsen) Mohr. She graduated from Miles High School in 1949. She married Emmett C. Matthiesen on August 20, 1950 at Zion Lutheran Church in Clinton. Emmet passed away on June 12, 2011. Marilyn farmed with her husband in Bryant before moving to Teeds Grove. She had also been employed at the Teeds Grove Bank. She was a dedicated long time member of Faith Lutheran Church. She was also a member of the Miles Literary Club and Homemakers. She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing in several 500 card clubs, gardening, woodworking, caning chairs, walking, and having a cup of coffee while visiting with family and friends.

Marilyn is survived by a son; Gregg (Judy) Matthiesen of Bryant; two daughters, , Diane (Gary) Thompson of Cedar Rapids, and Glenda Plaza of Waukee, IA; 8 grandchildren, Dustin, Chris, Jeni, Jana, Amy, Ben, Tome, and Celina; and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Emmett; a son-in-law, Thomas Plaza, and a sister, Dorothy. Memorial may be made to Faith Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.