Marleen S. Muench

MARLEEN SOPHIA MUENCH Wisconsin Rapids - Marleen Sophia Muench, age 80, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday morning, November 30, 2024. Marleen was born on June 29, 1944, in Salinas, California to the late Arthur and Sophia (Deckert) Droege. On March 14, 1995, she married her loving husband Gary Lee Muench. She liked traveling - Marleen and Gary went on many cruises and vacations together. She enjoyed gardening and making jams, jellies, herb vinegar, pickled vegetables and crafts to sell at the local market. She also volunteered her time at Bethesda and Ruby’s Pantry. Her recent companion, Hero (a Japanese Chin dog) was of much comfort to Marleen and was always by her side. Survivors include her husband Gary L., Wisconsin Rapids, two daughters and one son-in-law, Kerri (Todd) Jacobson, Menasha, Tammi Bailey, Portland, Oregon; two grandchildren, Noah Jacobson, Neenah, and Rudy Bailey, Portland, Oregon. One sister-in-law, Kim Droege, Sun City Center, Florida, one brother and sister-in-law, David (Patty) Droege, Sheboygan, one sister and brother-in-law, Bonnie (Dennis) Lueck, DePere, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by one brother, Artie Droege. At Marleen’s request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. Condolences can be sent to Herman-Taylor, 2201 Chestnut Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 www.taylorfuneralhome.net