Marilyn Irma Horn, 86, of Latham, IL passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016 in her residence.

Private family services will be held at Laenna Cemetery, Chestnut, IL. Dawson & Wikoff 

West Wood Street Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Latham Fire Department.

Marilyn was born on March 11, 1930 in Warrensburg, IL, the daughter of Arthur J. and Irma J. (Dittus) Lawrence. She graduated as the Salutatorian for Warrensburg High School in 1948. She married Donald W. Horn on January 31, 1954. Marilyn was a member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Decatur, IL. Family and farming was most precious in Marilyn’s life.

Marilyn is survived by her husband: Donald W. Horn of Latham, IL; children: George L. Horn of Latham, IL, David D. (Cheryl) Horn of Decatur, IL, Julia M. (Richard) Austin of Oreana, IL and Rodney J. Horn of Latham, IL; grandchildren: Amy Horn, Jennifer (Justin) Young, Bruce (Molly) Osborn, Craig Austin and Brad Austin; great grandchildren: Mason Young and Gracelynn Osborn.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com.