Marilyn R. Lessentin

Marilyn Rose Lessentin, age 84, of Toledo, passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2026 at her home. She was born January 14, 1942 in Monroe, MI to Solomon and Ella (Bartley) Dietzel.

In addition to her parents, Marilyn was also preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Lessentin; her sister, Nancy Luse and infant brother, Leland Dietzel. She is survived by her children, Brian Lessentin, Lori (Patrick) Parish, and Dawn (Jack) Knotts; grandchildren, Ethan, Emma Rose and Autumn Parish, Hannah, Liam and Abigail Knotts; and sister, Kay Welly and many nieces and nephews.

Marilyn spent her childhood on the family farm in Ida, Michigan where she was raised. She graduated from Ida High School in 1959 at the age of 17. After high school she moved to Toledo, Ohio and worked at several companies including The Haughton Elevator Company. She married her loving husband on November 7, 1970.

She was a member of Toledo Calvary Church in Maumee, Ohio but recently in the last number of years was only able to attend online services but she watched faithfully every week. She loved the Lord with all her heart and she demonstrated that in her kindness and genuine love that she had for her family and many others that crossed her path.

After her children were grown, Marilyn went back to work for several years as a personal assistant at Elizabeth Scott Assisted Living Community. In her free time, one of her favorite things she loved to do was playing the piano. The family has fond memories of her playing piano at various church services throughout the years as well as holiday family gatherings.

She had an infectious laugh and a wonderful sense of humor. She left many smiling when they were around her as she would tell several of her funny stories.

The family will receive guests Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Newcomer - SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). Funeral Services will begin Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Entombment will follow at Highland Memory Gardens, Waterville, OH.

Memorial contributions may be made to "Room for More" Building Fund via Toledo Calvary Church, Maumee, Ohio in Marilyn's memory. To make a memorial contribution you may use this link: https://onrealm.org/ToledoCalvary/-/form/give/Lessentin

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