Marilyn Van Ash, 99, of Larchwood, IA, died October 21, 2026. Marilyn was born September 25, 1927 in Larchwood, IA. Arrangements are by Jurrens Funeral Home.
Updated · Source: Jurrens Funeral Home
Born in Larchwood and raised there, she became a school teacher after high school and later worked for the South Dakota Department of Labor Job Services for 35 years before retiring in 1986. She married Alfred Van Ash in 1948 and they had a son; she was a longtime member of the United Church of Christ and enjoyed gardening, dancing, travel and golf club life. She spent her final months at a nursing home in Inwood after living independently at home with help from friends and neighbors.
Summarized from the full obituary at Jurrens Funeral Home.
Services
- Oct26
Visitation
United Church of Christ
Monday at 5:00 PM · 935 Edwards Street, Larchwood, IA 51241
- Oct27
Celebration of life
United Church of Christ
Tuesday at 10:30 AM · 935 Edwards Street, Larchwood, IA 51241
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- When is Marilyn Van Ash’s celebration of life?
- Marilyn Van Ash’s celebration of life is October 27, 2026 at 10:30 AM, at United Church of Christ, 935 Edwards Street, Larchwood, IA 51241.
- When is the visitation for Marilyn Van Ash?
- Visitation for Marilyn Van Ash is October 26, 2026, 5:00 PM, at United Church of Christ.
- How old was Marilyn Van Ash?
- Marilyn Van Ash of Larchwood, IA was 99 when Marilyn died on October 21, 2026; Marilyn was born September 25, 1927 in Larchwood, IA.
- Which funeral home is handling Marilyn’s arrangements?
- Jurrens Funeral Home is handling arrangements for Marilyn Van Ash and publishes the full obituary, guestbook and flower orders on its website.