of Milford, passed away Tuesday April 30, 2019 at 85 years of age. Born in Detroit, Michigan the daughter to the late John and Phillis Polkinghorn. Beloved wife of the late Merrell; loving mother of John (Darlene) Anderson, Jennifer Anderson, William Anderson and Merrell (Mary) Anderson; dearest grandmother of J.D., Marshall (Jessica), Sean (Veronica), James (Amanda), Katherine (Christopher) William Jr., Brooke, Leigh Michelle (Gregg), Merrell Jr. and the late Derek. She is also survived by many great grandchildren. Marilyn was a gifted seamstress. She was an avid reader and loved to babysit and spoil her grandchildren.