Marilyn R. Garland, 76, of Londonderry, NH died Sunday, May 13, 2012 at Parkland Medical Center, Derry following a period of declining health. She was born on February 20, 1936 in Minneapolis, MN, the only child of Henry W. and Mollie (Summerfeld) Longfellow. She was a resident of Derry since 1972, formerly living in Minnesota. Marilyn was a free spirited artist with an incredible amount of talent. She was a great cook and a fabulous seamstress with flair and style above and beyond the average. Once Mrs. Garland moved to the East Coast, she fell in love with New England, the beach and the ocean, but especially enjoyed her yearly trip with John to Maine. She was a very proud, independent woman who was very much loved by her family.
She is survived by two children, Mona L. Hamel and her husband Nick of Shoreview, MN, Mike Schelmeske and his wife Myra of Grand Marais, MN, three grandchildren, Nick and Luke Hamel, and Aurora Theimer-Schelmeske. She was predeceased by her husband John A. Garland in 1998 and one son Mark Schelmeske.
There are no calling hours. Following cremation, memorial services will be held at a later date by the family in Minnesota. Memorial Contributions may be made in Marilyn’s memory to Pet Tails Rescue,35 Youngs Crossing, Northwood, NH 03261, In memory of Marilyn Garland.