Hamilton - Marilyn Jones Dodd, 82, passed away late in the evening, Sunday, January 28, 2024, at the Discovery Care Ctr. in Hamilton.

Marilyn Kay (Jones) Dodd born October 27, 1941 was born in Burlington Kansas to Florence and Eldon Jones.  Marilyn was the youngest of three, Ronald Jones and Vernalee Davis completed the trio.  Marilyn grew up on a farm near Goodland Kansas.  Where she undoubtedly learned her work ethic and love of all things that grew.  She grew up in a time when indoor plumbing and refrigeration is what the, "Town Folk had."  She and her siblings rode a retired race horse named Sylvia to and from school, and they had a radio but no tv.

Marilyn had many loves, her family was always number one.  Elvis was number two, and the third was her torrid love of golf where she was able to flex her Woman's Rights muscles and make a lasting impact to her local golf course and serving in various positions on the Board, and the Woman's Association.

Marilyn married Michael in Golden Colorado August 20, 1970.  Marilyn and Michael had two sons Sean Thomas Dodd (Jacksonville Fl.) and Shane Michel Dodd (Darby MT).  Marilyn truly earned the title of Worlds Best Mother and Wifeby being the Sheppard of these three.  Marilyn had a nearly 50 year career as a hair dresser, and entrepreneur, her wittiness, and love were with her wherever she went.  A true friend to many, an amazing mother, and an endearing wife of over 50 years.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her son Christopher, mother Florence, father Eldon, and brother Ronald.

Marilyn is survived by her Husband Michael of Hamilton MT, son Sean Dodd of Jacksonville Fl along with his wife Kerry and daughters Emma and Jessie, son Shane of Darby MT, sister Vernalee Davis of Englewood CO, nephew Bruce Davis of Englewood CO, nephew David Davis of Las Vegas, and niece Kimberly Davis of Arvada CO.

At Marilyn's request there will be no graveside services nor memorial service.  She did request a party so join Mike, Shane, Sean and Family, in celebration of life on June 1st and tip a Margarita or Old Fashioned back and tell a fun Marilyn story or play a song.  Location to be announced.