Marlene Stich

Marlene Stich, age 86, of Athens, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday March 16, 2022 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.

She was born on December 18, 1935 in Dover- Foxcroft, Maine, the daughter of Albert and Ethel (Hewett) Pennington.

Marlene married Bernard Stich on December 29, 1956 in Bangor, Maine.

Mourning her passing are her husband, Bernard; daughter, Karen (Rick) Dunk; sons, Kevin (Becky) Stich and Kris (Cindy) Stich; and six grandchildren, Jessica Dunk, Derrick Dunk, Korbin Stich, Isaac Stich, Damon Stich, and Amy Stich.

Marlene worked as a housewife all of her life and worked for the Athens School District for several years.

She loved reading, sewing, puzzles, and especially her grandchildren. She was proud of the fact that she raised children in her house for over 56 years.

Graveside services for Marlene will be held on 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 26 at Indian Point Cemetery near Athens.

Memorial contributions can be made to Athens Municipal Library.

Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the family. On-line condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.