Marilyn Jeanette Amos
May 14, 1935 ~ November 27, 2020
Marilyn Jeanette Amos, 85, of Jefferson City, passed away Friday, November 27, 2020, at her residence surrounded by her family.
She was born May 14, 1935 in California, Missouri, the daughter of the late Synder Reichel and Dorothy (Renken) Medlen.
She attended Lincoln One Room School House in Moniteau County and was a 1954 graduate of Eldon High School where she played volleyball.
Marilyn was united in marriage on October 8, 1954, at Enon Baptist Church to Dorsey D. Amos who preceded her in death on July 17, 2016.
Marilyn worked as a teacher’s aid and later as a secretary for the Cole R-1 Elementary School in Russellville, retiring in 1986.
She was a member of Russellville Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school, oversaw the kitchen at church, and volunteered during Vacation Bible School.
She enjoyed visiting her friends and church family at area nursing homes and volunteering with Meals-On-Wheels. She also enjoyed camping, fishing, watching the St. Louis Cardinals, spending vacation time at the Beach watching the sunset with friends, and especially loved attending her grandchildren’s events. Marilyn was a loving person, she loved her husband and her family with Her whole heart. She will be remembered by many for the prayer warrior that she was. May her legacy live on.
Survivors include two children, Gary (Marla) Amos, Russellville; Dottie Bemboom, Jefferson City; three grandchildren, Tony (Alicia) Amos, Ellen (Jason) Romero, Molly (John) Link; expecting one great-grandchild; a step-granddaughter, Ashley Bemboom and her son Isaiah Wilke; and a half-brother, Terry Don Reichel, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dorsey Amos; sister-in-law, Ruby Shikles; brother-in-law, Herschel Amos; and two nephews, Duane Amos and Dennis Shikles.
The family would like to thank all caregivers, especially Perry Luetkemeyer and the hospice nurses as well as Glenda Raithel, Kay Payne, Elaine Morris and Frances Ann Engelbrecht who helped with Marilyn’s care during the last few months.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Friday, December 4, 2020, at Russellville Baptist Church.
Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, at Russellville Baptist Church with Tony Amos officiating. The service can be viewed on the Russellville Baptist Church Facebook page for those who wish to join the family in spirit. Those attending the services are asked to follow social distancing guidelines. Masks are encouraged while in attendance.
Burial will be in Enloe Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Russellville Baptist Church Youth Group, Russellville Baptist Church Kitchen Fund, or to Enloe Cemetery.
Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Homes in Russellville is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.scrivnermorrowrussellville.com website.
She was born May 14, 1935 in California, Missouri, the daughter of the late Synder Reichel and Dorothy (Renken) Medlen.
She attended Lincoln One Room School House in Moniteau County and was a 1954 graduate of Eldon High School where she played volleyball.
Marilyn was united in marriage on October 8, 1954, at Enon Baptist Church to Dorsey D. Amos who preceded her in death on July 17, 2016.
Marilyn worked as a teacher’s aid and later as a secretary for the Cole R-1 Elementary School in Russellville, retiring in 1986.
She was a member of Russellville Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school, oversaw the kitchen at church, and volunteered during Vacation Bible School.
She enjoyed visiting her friends and church family at area nursing homes and volunteering with Meals-On-Wheels. She also enjoyed camping, fishing, watching the St. Louis Cardinals, spending vacation time at the Beach watching the sunset with friends, and especially loved attending her grandchildren’s events. Marilyn was a loving person, she loved her husband and her family with Her whole heart. She will be remembered by many for the prayer warrior that she was. May her legacy live on.
Survivors include two children, Gary (Marla) Amos, Russellville; Dottie Bemboom, Jefferson City; three grandchildren, Tony (Alicia) Amos, Ellen (Jason) Romero, Molly (John) Link; expecting one great-grandchild; a step-granddaughter, Ashley Bemboom and her son Isaiah Wilke; and a half-brother, Terry Don Reichel, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dorsey Amos; sister-in-law, Ruby Shikles; brother-in-law, Herschel Amos; and two nephews, Duane Amos and Dennis Shikles.
The family would like to thank all caregivers, especially Perry Luetkemeyer and the hospice nurses as well as Glenda Raithel, Kay Payne, Elaine Morris and Frances Ann Engelbrecht who helped with Marilyn’s care during the last few months.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Friday, December 4, 2020, at Russellville Baptist Church.
Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, at Russellville Baptist Church with Tony Amos officiating. The service can be viewed on the Russellville Baptist Church Facebook page for those who wish to join the family in spirit. Those attending the services are asked to follow social distancing guidelines. Masks are encouraged while in attendance.
Burial will be in Enloe Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Russellville Baptist Church Youth Group, Russellville Baptist Church Kitchen Fund, or to Enloe Cemetery.
Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Homes in Russellville is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.scrivnermorrowrussellville.com website.
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Such a beautiful lady, inside and out. She made a huge impact on everyone she met
Marilyn was my cousin by way of her stepfather, Ray Medlen. I remember her playing jacks with me when I was little. She was a kind and caring person. We always enjoyed our visits when we ran into each other. I send prayers to all the family.
I’m so sorry for your loss, but rejoice in knowing Marilyn will be reunited with our savior and Dorsey. I will never forget her kindness shown to my daughter and I during a difficult time in life. I will always treasure the memories of the trip to Panama City Beach with her, Dorsey and Dottie. Marilyn and Dorsey were such great people and will be missed greatly. The world truly was a better place with them in it. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
My school memories always include Mrs. Amos. She was so kind and patient with students. She will remain a fond memory. My deepest sympathies to this wonderful family.
I have known Marilyn most of my life and we enjoyed seeing her and Dorsey with frequent visits while her mother was our neighbor. God’s greatest blessing to all of her family. Fern and Ray Kirchner
I have known Marilyn for many years, but became good friends when we were both secretaries at RHS. We have had many long talks about our Christian walk and then almost always about the old days when things were better, and declared we could fix things if they would just let us. She was such a big Cardinal baseball fan. I can’t think of anyone that I would enjoy better watching a game with. “Yadi! Yadi!”. During the last few years we have gotten together about every two weeks at her house, my house, or Carla’s to play cards. What fun. She always came a little early to my house to play with our dog, Maggie, whom she called Fluff and Puff. I know she is in a beautiful place now and no pain, tears, or sadness. I will miss you my dear friend but will never forget you. In heartfelt sympathy to Dottie, Gary and their families. Esther Machon
Marilyn was like a second mother to me when I was growing up. She was the rock of her family and adored by all who knew her! I’ll never forget the many, many hours I spent at her house, in Sunday School, rummage sailing and at ballgames. Yes, those were the good ol’ days! To Dottie and Gary…I love you guys and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! We can all look forward to a reunion in heaven someday. Oh what a day that will be!
My Aunt Marilyn is one of the most loving and generous people I have ever known. I felt that love ever so deeply as a child, and continued to feel her love when I moved halfway across the country and was only able to see her every year or two. As I sit here writing this right now, I can still feel her love. That is a legacy of a life well-lived. I will miss you, dear one, but I carry your love in my heart. And I’ll never forget that last ice cream sandwich we shared;)
Marilyn was my mom’s second cousin (Wanda Renken Benedict). She was a favorite of my mom’s – they did as much laughing as cooking at Renken family get-togethers. I am so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely lady.
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