Aug. 17, 1938-Nov. 28, 2022

Marilyn Gladys Bown (nee Wells), 84, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside of health-related complications on Nov. 28, 2022, during a short stay in the hospital.

Marilyn was born Aug. 17, 1938, in Murray, Utah, to Fred and Gladys Wells. Marilyn married David N. Bown in July 1957, in the Salt Lake City Temple.

Marilyn was raised in Murray, Utah. She was the oldest of three strong sisters, the others being Judy and Norma. She graduated from Murray High School. Marilyn was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Marilyn moved to Nigeria, Africa, in 1972 with her husband and her 3-year-old son and successfully created a home that welcomed her daughter in 1974. She lived in British Guyana, Tapachula, Mexico, and Guatemala City, Guatemala, as well. She was a talented seamstress and made many of her children’s clothes and even a wedding dress while living abroad.  Marilyn was a resourceful cook. She loved arts and crafts. Many days you would find mother and her best friend and sister Norma making something. She has seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Marilyn is survived by her husband David N. Bown, two children Jennifer Bown and Christopher Bown (Kara), sister Judy Leonard, brother-in-law Glenn Cates and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death are her parents, sister Norma Cates and brother-in-law Jon Leonard.

Funeral services will be held Saturday,  Dec. 3, at 1 p.m., in the LDS Chapel, 628 S. 3000 E., Washington, Utah. A visitation will be held Saturday prior to the services from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at the church.

A second funeral service will be held in Ronan, Montana, on Dec. 10, with specific details to follow.

Arrangements are under the care of Metcalf Mortuary, (435) 673-4221. Visit the Metcalf Mortuary website for condolences, complete obituary and funeral listings.