Marilyn Kay Whitlow

Marilyn Kay Whitlow of Brownsville, Texas, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 7,2018 at Sunshine Haven surrounded by her loving family and dear friends. Born June 11, 1950 in San Diego, CA to Joseph Vernal Goodman and Elise Goodman.

Marilyn moved to Texas in 1974 with her husband Bill Whitlow and started their own family. Motherhood and nurturing came naturally to her – so much, in fact, that as her children grew and participated in activities, she was always the ‘Team Mom’ by default. She is preceded in death with her mother Elise Goodman and her father Joseph Vernal Goodman. She will be greatly missed by her children Charley Whitlow II (Celest Whitlow), and Leslie Kelm. Sister Barbara Vydra, brothers, Joseph Goodman, and Robert Goodman. Grandchildren Ashlie Zavala, Samuel Kelm, Seth Kelm, Bryson Whitlow, and Kaitlyn Ware. Marilyn worked for Brownsville ISD for 20 years and San Benito ISD for 9 years as the Food Service Manager, where she was respected and beloved by all of her peers. She also spent several years as a realtor. Marilyn lived a life of selfless service always putting others needs before hers, volunteering and giving of her time to those in need. She was a beautiful person full of love and had a passion for life that was indescribable. Her presence lit up the room when she walked in and always brought joy to all of those around her. Everyone who knew Marilyn will always remember her infectious smile, always cheerful attitude, and great sense of humor. She loved to cook, dance, and spending time with her friends and family.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 12 noon to 6 p.m. with a prayer service at 5 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory. Chapel service will be held on Monday, November 12, 2018 at 10 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory with burial to follow at Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens.