Marilynn Paschall Davis, age 97, passed away at Golden Options Assisted Living facility on January 17, 2021. She was born in Burkburnett, Texas to Margaret Adeline Barfield and Elmer Reagan Paschall on July 7, 1923. She graduated from Paradise, Texas schools and attended Tarleton State College, Stephenville, Texas.
Marilynn loved the story of being born during an “oil boom” and a movie called “Boom Town” was filmed depicting that oil boom at her place of birth. She was an avid rock hound, hobbyist, and collector of many things. On a nice day, she was often out prospecting, as she referred to her rockhounding hobby. She was an honorary lifetime member of the Helena Mineral Society.
While her children were young, she was a full time mother and homemaker. After joining the work force, she worked in various secretarial and legal positions, the last as a Deputy Clerk of Court in Lewis & Clark County, retiring at the age of 79.
She is survived by her daughters and their husbands, Niki and Thomas Lee, Lewiston, ID; Sherri and Garry Rafter, Helena, MT; and her son, Randy, Aberdeen, Scotland; 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren; her sister, Margaret Wood, Crowley, Texas, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and their families. She was predeceased by her parents, her daughter and her husband, Joycelyn and James Martinson, an infant granddaughter, her sister, Sandra, and her brothers Maurice, Bill, Ralph and Ronald.
A special thank you is extended to Golden Options where she resided for the past 18 months for the excellent care the dedicated staff gave to her.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service and interment will be held in Cottondale, Texas when it is again safe to gather.
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Big Sky Cremation & Twitchell Funeral Se rvice says
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Diane Hanks says
My mother, Marcella Paschall Phillips, was Marilyn’s cousin. She spoke often and fondly of Marilyn and I know they were very good friends. I believe they attended College together for a time and lived together with Aunt Ruth. They must have been a big hit on campus, both striking and smart and strong women. Mother would have been 98 today, January 21st. I know you will miss your beautiful loved one and I hope you are comforted by the fact that she is reunited with all who went before her.
Susan Krenek says
My mom, Sue Paschall Holley is Marilyn’s cousin. She talked about her a lot. It wasn’t until after Mama died that Marilyn and I made contact with each other. Mom had promised her a picture of my sisters and myself. I made sure she got it. We kept in touch for a while. She was so nice.
Diane Paschall says
What a beautiful memorial to my Aunt Marilynn. She lived a full life with many adventures. Her greatest gift to me was her children. What wonderful memories we all have of our times together. I’m looking forward to a visit when we can get together and honor a this special lady.
Barb Skelton says
one of the best Christmas’s ever we shared with her at the Ranch in Stanford, what a great lady.
Sherri Rafter says
Thanks, Diane. :heart:
Sherri Rafter says
Thanks, Diane. Yes, our mothers lived with Aunt Babe their first year of college at Tarleton- what a dynamic duo!
Sherri Rafter says
Thanks, Susan. Both of our mothers were genealogy buffs and spent many hours emailing each other with their recent finds. Thanks for sending the picture to Mother!
Karen Bryson says
Condolences to Marilyn’s family. She was such a beautiful lady inside and out.
We used to have Courthouse Retirees luncheons pre Covid.
We will miss her.
Wendy Johnson says
Niki, Sherri, and Randy…I am so sorry to hear of Marilyn’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Wendy Johnson
Sherri Rafter says
Thanks, Wendy!
Sherri Rafter says
Thank you, Karen. She sure enjoyed the Lunch Bunch!
Sherri Rafter says
Thanks, Barb!