Marilyn Jean Friesland Born November 4, 1925 Marilyn McCandlish Friesland went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 75 years, Wilford Friesland on December 15, 2019 and parents Ross and Nellie McCandlish, and brothers: Merle, Gerald, and Vern McCandlish.

Survivors include son, Ronald Friesland of Homosassa; daughter, Pamela Friesland Meyer (Dan) of Blowing Rock, NC. Two precious granddaughters: Tamara Smith (Jim) and Gretchen Bayne (Jimmy), both of Clemmons, NC and four wonderful great grandchildren: Tucker and Sydney Smith and Caleb and Joshua Bayne, of Clemmons, NC. Also many nieces and nephews in Ohio. The love and joy of her life was her family. Marilyn was born in Lancaster, OH and made her home in Columbus and New Albany OH. She came to Homosassa, FL in 2000. Marilyn worked in accounting at many businesses, retiring from Grace Brethren Church and School. She had a pie business (Ron & Mom's Pies) in New Albany, OH. She was always active in church, a Girl Scout Leader for 10 years, and a Sunday School Teacher.

A private family gathering will be held at Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Marilyn will be laid to rest at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to the Friesland family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.