4800 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
CHESTER, MARILYN ANTOINETTE
Marilyn Antoinette Chester peacefully passed to go home to the Lord on Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 at John C. Lincoln hospital. She was surrounded by three of her nieces, Katherine (Kathy) Kegel, Dorothy Hrenchir, and Lynda Hilton.
Born in Prescott, AZ on March 25, 1939, Marilyn lived 79 beautiful years. She found love and married William (Bill) Chester on August 29, 1980. They were blessed with two children, (Robert) Eddie Chester and Maria Elizabeth Chester, finally making their family complete. Family and faith were the foundation of Marilyn’s life. She was a devoted mother, wife, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend, becoming a mentor to many. She had a passion for helping others and saw the beauty in every living soul. She had a special place in her heart for the four-legged, furry variety, and because she couldn’t house them all, made a point to deliver food regularly to shelters in Rocky Point. While she loved her career of 27 years at Valley National Bank, she truly loved to spend time in Puerto Peñasco. She became a part of the culture and people and the beach became her place of solace and restoration. With every visit, came families to spend time with her that she adopted as her own. She and Bill dedicated themselves to help support these families with food, education, and work. Marilyn wanted to save everyone and made it her mission to be a rock for anyone in need.
Marilyn leaves behind her husband of 38 years, Bill, her two children, Eddie and Maria, her grandchild Nohea William, a second grandchild due in August, Jasmine Marilyn, three nieces, a nephew, and ten great nieces and nephews and their numerous children. Her generosity and the honest love she provided has left them with memories to treasure, share, and emulate.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie Henry Childers and Antoinette (Taylor) Childers, and her sister, Theresa Marie (Childers) Rote. Jesus said, “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also” (John 14: 1-3). Together again, they are at peace and wait to be reunited with us. As her loved ones left behind wait for that reunion with aching hearts, know that her arms are around us all as she now sleeps with the angels.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 8, 2019 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, with a Memorial Service at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at St. John of the Desert, 3718 E. Greenway Rd., Phoenix, and followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, should you wish to make a donation, Marilyn would be pleased to have you donate to: Rocky Point Animal Adoption Center or Home Fur Good
Bill, we were so sorry to read about Marilyn’s passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family. We regret we will be out of town and unable to attend the services but knowno ur thoughts will be with you. Gail Grace and Greg Patterson
Bill and family…we were fortunate to have known and spent time in Puerto Pensaco with Marilyn as our condo was so close. We enjoyed the friendship, an occasional glass of wine with many smiles and laughs and will miss her presence in our little community. God bless you and your family and help all of you with her passing.
Marilyn was my friend, and I loved her as a friend. We first met in when she was working in the real estate loan department for the Valley National Bank, and I was a lawyer for the bank. She was a delight to know and work with. She was loyal to her friends and to her employer. Her smile was infectious and could light up the room. I will miss her a lot. She was my friend.
May God Bless her family.
Marilyn was a dear friend. We will miss her, her smile, her laugh and her love. Our sympathy goes out to Bill, Maria and Eddie. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. We all will wrap our arms around Bill and help him get through the coming time in his life. She has ended her earthly journey but she is now an angel in heaven and bright star in the sky each night.
Our deepest sympathy.
Yolanda “Yo” and Ken McDonald
Bill…I just heard about the passing of Marilyn and wanted to let you know that she, you and your family are in my prayers today. In all my years at VNB, I never had the opportunity to work directly with Marilyn but what I did know is she was so highly respected by all. While years have passed since I last saw Marilyn (and you), I will always remember that beautiful smiling face and positive personality. In hindsight, how is it that we never followed through on getting together while in Rocky Point at the same time? 🙁 I’m sure that this a difficult time but hope that the many fond memories will provide strength for you going forward. Best Wishes Bill….
Dear Bill, Eddie, Maria and family, It was with a lot of sadness that I received the news of Marilyn’s passing. My heart goes out to you in this time of loss and change. As a child, I was lucky to be cared for and loved by Marilyn. We spend many weekends together, some just the two of us and some with Bill. My memories of her are of a kind, caring, fun loving and nurturing person. I always felt her love and good wishes and consider myself lucky to have spent some time with her. Sending warm wishes and deepest sympathy, Eve
Chester family, my sincerest blessings to all of you . Maralyn was honest and true to all beings. I have enjoyed knowing and hearing her stories. No tax season this year. And won’t get my confession from Father Skagen either. Guess some gifts pass away but are never forgotten. All my love
Jeannette guido
I am so sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to Bill (my oldest friend from grade school) and your son, Eddie and daughter, Maria. It will be hard to go on without her, but your loving memories will keep you until you reunite in heaven. Much love to you all.