Marilyn Sue Hobbs, nee Attaway, 77, of Millstadt, IL, born Monday, April 14, 1947, in Waco, TX, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Marilyn had a deep love for books and could always be found with a good story in hand. Above all, she cherished her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchild, who brought her endless joy and pride. Her warmth, wisdom, and love will be deeply missed by all her knew her, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched.
She was preceded in death by her loving:
- Husband: Joseph Hobbs
- Parents: Boyce Robert and Catherine Attaway, nee McBrayer
Surviving are her loving family:
- Daughter: Christina (Shawn) McCraw of Austin, TX
- Son: Tom (Linda) Hobbs of Belleville, IL
- Sister: Cass (Glen) Krueger of Waco, TX
- Grandchildren:
- Amanda Hobbs
- Cody (Katie) Hobbs
- Abigail Hobbs
- Colin McCraw
- Madeline McCraw
- Great grandchild: Liam Hobbs
- Numerous nieces, nephews and friends
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation (https://www.arthritis.org/?form=FUNMPPXNHEF)
Celebration of Life: Will be announced at a later date.
Graveside Service: Will be held privately.
