Marilyn Rosenbery

Marilyn Rosenbery, 89, died Wednesday, October 5, 2022, in Eagan, MN.

Marilyn Rosenbery was born February 27, 1933, to Edward Guetzko and Margie (Meader) Guetzko. She grew up in Earlville, IA where she loved horses and dogs and excelled in basketball and many outdoor activities. She was also a musical child and learned to play organ and piano, which she was to continue throughout her life.

After graduating from Earlville High School, she attended Valparaiso University before moving to Manchester, IA, where she worked at the telephone company. She met Vernon Rosenbery in Manchester, and they were married on October 6, 1956, soon moving to Camanche, IA where they raised their family.

Marilyn was very active in her churches: Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton, IA, and later in retirement, St. Paul’s Lutheran in Elizabeth, IL. She was engaged in women’s groups, quilting groups, church choirs and served with dedication as a church organist for over 60 years.

She loved to be active and enjoyed gardening as well as bowling and golf leagues in retirement. Marilyn liked to laugh and was very competitive during card games with friends and family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Vernon; her daughter, Marcia Berman; her parents; and her siblings Gene Guetzko, Buck Guetzko, and Janice Fowler.

She is survived by her sons Brian, Aaron (Joyce); daughters Sarah (Mark) Twedt and Amy (Kristen) Rosenbery; son-in-law Dan Berman; and six grandchildren.

memorial service

Memorial Service

November 5, 2022

St Paul Ev. Lutheran Church 411 W Catlin St, Elizabeth, IL 61028, USA

Visitation at 12:30 CDT, with service to follow at 1:00 pm CDT.

Fellowship following the service.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Elizabeth, IL

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services