Marilyn Jean Ney's Obituary
Marilyn (Cope) Ney of Umatilla, FL, formally of Rootstown, Ohio, passed away March 17, 2025 at the age of 95, one month shy of her 96th birthday. She was the eldest daughter of Ralph and Marian (Batsch) Cope.
Marilyn was married to William Ney in 1948.
Marilyn retired from the Unemployment office as a manager and has been enjoying traveling, quilting, playing cards and life with friends in Umatilla, where her and Bill have lived for the last 40 plus years.
Marilyn is survived by their son, Brant (Sylvia) Ney of Texas; daughter, Jodie (Michael) Coia of Ravenna, OH; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nephews and a niece; and also good neighbors and friends. Stephanie and Kristen Coia (granddaughters) were her true sunshine.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Shirley and Yvonne; and husband, William.
Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service.
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