Marilyn J. Huss, 73, of Belvidere, IL died peacefully, Thursday, February 17, 2011 in Northwoods Care Center, Belvidere, after a lengthy illness. Marilyn was born January 20, 1938 in Marengo, IL the daughter of Herman and Nora (Simpkins) Knake. She volunteered her time at the Keen-age Center in Belvidere. She will be remembered for her beautiful singing voice and her wonderful cooking and baking.Marilyn is loved and will be missed by her children, Cheryl (Norman) Farel of Belvidere, Brenda (James) Brown, of Belvidere, Jeffrey (Kathy) Huss of Springfield, MO, Annette (Rick) Roray of Woodstock, IL, Robert (Mary) Huss of Hebron, IL; brothers and sisters, Pete Knake, Edna Wesphal, Shirley Watson, Harold (Pat) Knake and Ellen (George) Rigsby; several Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, nieces and nephews; son-in-law, Terry Wadington. She is predeceased by her parents, son Bernard Huss and brothers Herman (Stella), Laverne and Raymond Knake.Marilyn's family offers their heart felt love and appreciation for the entire staff and especially the C.N.A.'s of Northwoods Care Center for their loving care given to Marilyn and the family.

Memorials can be given in care of Marilyn's family.