Marilyn Diane (Frantz) Wilkinson, 80, returned to her heavenly home on December 25 ^th , 2019.   Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace.

Marilyn was born to the late George Andrew and Alma Louise (Landen) Frantz on April 20 ^th, 1939.  She graduated from Central Catholic High School, Fort Wayne Indiana in 1957 and retired from the Pinellas County Florida School System.

Marilyn was blessed with a large and loving family.  She married James L. Wilkinson May 4 ^th, 1957.

Marilyn and James raised four children with patience, discipline, and humility.  She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

Marilyn always had time to spend with her family and loved ones. She is dearly missed by her family and friends who celebrate the fact that she is at peace with her creator.

Marilyn is survived by her husband James; her sons Kevin, Joseph and wife (Carmen), Brian and partner (Maria) and daughter Ruth.  She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren whom she adored.  She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers Jerry and Richard Frantz.

Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m., Monday, December 30, 2019, at St. Paul of the Cross Church, 315 South Line St., Columbia City, with calling one hour prior to the service.  A reception to follow at the church following the services. Memorials are to the church.