Marian A. Schnulle, age 96, passed away on Sunday, April 6th, 2025, at Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center, Oregon, IL. Marian was born on October 12th, 1928 in Sterling, IL. She was the daughter of Herman and Frieda Wessels. She graduated from Sterling High School and Moline Public Hospital School of Nursing. Marian married Ed Schnulle Jr. on December 31st, 1950, in Sterling IL.
Marian worked at a doctor’s office in Sterling as well as Pinecrest Nursing Home in Mt.Morris, IL. She was involved in Ogle County Extension and was an active member at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. Ed and Marian enjoyed traveling together and made many winter trips to warmer weather over the years. Marian also enjoyed crafting, sewing, quilting, gardening, and cooking/baking.
She is survived by three daughters, Marilyn (Don) Nelson, Polo, IL; Marcia (Joe) Flessner, Amboy, IL; and Marlys (Robert) Carpenter, Milledgeville, IL ; sister-in-law: Harriet Dambman, Milledgeville, IL; 10 grandchildren: Ryan (Robyn) Nelson, Renee (Mark) Boyle, Lori (Josh) Christen, Kimberly (Nick) Mumm, Kayla (BJ) Payne, Kelly (Gage) Borchelt, Derek (Katie) Flessner, Bridget Newcomer; Steven (Samantha) Blake, and Ralph Carpenter; 16 great grandchildren: Natalie, Logan, Samantha, Kendall, Lexi, Jeremiah, Laney, Gage, Abel, Blake, Teddy, Emma, Beau, Ivy, Aspen and Easton.
Marian is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister Bernice Ricklefs.
Funeral services are being held on Monday, April 14th, 2025 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Polo, IL. Visitation will be at 9:00am – prior to the service. Service will begin at 10:30 am with Pastor Scott Ralston officiating. Burial will be held in Oakwood Cemetery, Mt. Morris, IL.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name. Polo Family Funeral Home is handling all arrangements.
Condolences may be sent to pffh.condolences@gmail.com.
