Marilyn Kay Krausz, 84, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away at 6:21 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at her home.
She was born November 15, 1941, in Madison, Illinois, a daughter of the late Clem D. and Stephanie (Barlock) Rogers Sr. She married Ralph E. Krausz on December 30, 2004, in Edwardsville, Illinois, and he preceded her in death on June 25, 2008.
Marilyn retired from Nestlé Corporation after many years of dedicated service as a secretary. A woman of deep and unwavering faith, she was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Madison, where she devoted much of her time and talents to serving the Lord and her church family. She was an active member of the St. Anne Altar Society, served on the Parish Council and shared her love of music through singing in the church choir. Her Catholic faith was the foundation of her life, guiding her with grace, kindness and devotion. Above all, Marilyn treasured her family and her church, finding her greatest joy in the love, fellowship and cherished relationships she shared throughout the years. She will be remembered for her faithful heart, caring spirit and the many ways she touched the lives of those around her.
She is survived by two stepsons and their wives, Kelly and Shawn) Krausz and Michael and Kelly Ann Krausz; four grandchildren, Joshua Krausz, Ryker Miller, Ryton Miller and Ganyn Krausz; a sister, Margaret “Margie” Fels; four nieces, Pamela Barton, Cheryl Paeper, Susan Snelson and Andrea Bargiel; a nephew, Jeffrey Ellis; many great-nieces and great-nephews; cousins; other extended family members and many dear friends.
In addition to her beloved husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Audrey and John Ellis; a brother and sister-in-law, Clem and Jeanine Rogers Jr.; a brother-in-law, Gerald Fels; and a niece, Cindy Howard.
In celebration of her life, visitation will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 1621 10th Street in Madison, Illinois, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m., with Father Steve Thompson as celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Glen Carbon.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or in the form of Masses and will be accepted at the church.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.irwinchapel.com.