Marilyn Maddox

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Marilyn Maddox, 77, Goodman, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on August 13, 2016. 

 She was born on July 11, 1939 to Henry and Ruth Howard. She was the youngest of six children. Marilyn grew up in Goodman, Missouri where she played several sports in high school and was valedictorian of the Class of 1957. She moved to Kansas City and worked for Conoco Oil. 

 On July 12, 1959 Marilyn married George Maddox. George served 20 years in the U.S. Navy and during that time they lived in many places. They traveled throughout the United States, Europe and Canada. Marilyn enjoyed traveling and still recalled their many vacations in great detail. She especially loved the beauty of the outdoors in our national parks and in Canada. After George retired from the Navy they returned to Goodman where she had a successful career in real estate at Maddox Realty. Marilyn was a believer in Jesus Christ and she and George hosted a Bible study group in their home for several years. She was an excellent cook and baker and also hosted many holidays and family gatherings. 

 Marilyn was a very kind and generous lady and will be deeply missed. She is survived by George, her husband of 57 years; daughter, Carol (Rob) Waggoner of Lenexa, KS; sister, Annetta Lucille Williams; many nieces, nephews and cousins and her beloved Corgi, Rocky. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Claude Merrill Howard, Henry Keaton Howard, Bob Howard, Phyllis Aubin and an infant brother. 

 
Services are under the direction of Clark Funeral Home, Neosho, MO.

Private family services will be held.