Marilyn Jane Magley, 94 of Centralia passed away peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family.

Services will be held at a later date in Indiana.

Marilyn was born on October 9, 1931, the daughter of Homer C. and Mildred (Meyers) Markley in Bluffton, Indiana.

On April 8, 1951, Marilyn married George Magley and he preceded her in death on July 9, 1973.

Marilyn is survived by her children, Cindy Hinspeter and husband Curly of Centralia, Laura Stevens and husband David of Albany, Phil Magley and wife Brenda of Centralia; grandchildren, Josh Herron and wife Roxanne, Adam Hinspeter, Brett Hinspeter, Erin Nelson and husband David, Holly Jackson and husband T.J., Rachel Jermain and husband Kevin, Landon Magley and wife Lindsey; 12 great-grandchildren.

Along with her husband, George, Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings.

Marilyn was an active member at the First Baptist Church in Centralia, where she participated in the JOY Group, and would play piano for Sunday School. She loved music and enjoyed playing at church. Marilyn volunteered for many years at the Centralia Historical Society, she always stayed active, going to the beach, cheering for the Mizzou Tigers, and especially following her grandchildren in their sporting events and activities.

Marilyn loved her family; she loved spending time with them and would play cards with her children and grandchildren as often and as long as she could.

Memorial donations are suggested to the First Baptist JOY Group, or the Centralia Senior Center and may be sent in care of Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home, 104 S. Collier St. Centralia, MO 65240.