Marilyn Ann Brobst, age 78, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on December 23, 2023.

She was born on August 4, 1945, in Fremont, NE, to the late Lorenda (Struve) and Arthur Thompson. Marilyn was a loving wife to Carl Brobst and a devoted mother to her daughters, Holly Letson (Jonathan) and Jill Brobst. She is also survived by her nephew, Dean Thompson.

Marilyn was a happy person with a positive attitude. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, working in her yard, and reading the morning papers with her husband Carl. Marilyn would tackle any task around the house and always made sure her family had their clothes ironed.

She graduated from Fremont High School in 1963 and Midland University in 1968. Marilyn worked as a 4th-grade teacher before dedicating her time to her family as a homemaker.

Marilyn was a member of Cokesbury United Methodist Church in Knoxville, TN and was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Fremont, NE.

A graveside service will be held at Ridge Cemetery in Fremont, NE, on Friday, December 29, at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Susannah's House at 923 Dameron Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921, or First Lutheran Church at 3200 Military Ave, Fremont, NE 68025.

Marilyn will be deeply missed by her loved ones.

Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont, NE, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com

Published by Fremont Tribune on Dec. 27, 2023.