Marilyn Nelson, 68, passed peacefully on August 25, 2025, at her home in El Dorado, KS. Marilyn was born on December 31, 1956, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of Jose and Ruth (Razo) Garcia.
In 1974, Marilyn graduated from Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College. Marilyn married Michael Nelson on May 21, 1977, in Hutchinson, KS. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Being a grandmother kept Marilyn very busy. In the past years she enjoyed playing Bunko. When living in Ellsworth, KS, she started a Bunko group that continues today, 37 years later.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her son Joel Nelson.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Michael Nelson; two sons, Brian (Ashlee) Nelson and Bradley Nelson; one sister, Patty (Mike) Martindale; four brothers, Danny Garcia, Chris Garcia, Reuben (Mona) Garcia and Tom Garcia; four grandchildren, Pamela (Danny) Anderson, Maci, Jordan and Connor Nelson; and a great granddaughter, baby Lillian to come.
Marilyn was well loved by those who knew her and generous to those in need. Although she had an illness for many years, she never forgot a birthday or a special event for friends. She and her husband raised a special needs son who made many achievements due to Marilyns advocacy. Although known for having a pleasant personality, she could be firm and forceful in order to correct any situation. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends.
A funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS. A private burial will take place in Hutchinson. Memorials are suggested to Paradigm Services, Inc and can be sent in care to the funeral chapel.