Marlene Dawn Stone (Merritt), aged 80, died peacefully on March 19, 2017 at home. Marlene was born May 27, 1936, in Grand Rapids, MI. Marlene is survived by her daughters Stacy Zetty and Carol Bigelow (Don), son, John Stone (Hope), Sister Barb Cook and Brother Bill Merritt (Joy) all from the Western Michigan area. Six Grand Children Nathan and Sarah Zetty, Zachary, Alexandra, and Kasey Bigelow, and Jaydn Stone; Two Great Grand Children Isaac Zetty and Roman Riekena (Bigelow); Numerous nieces and nephews and a number of other relatives and close friends. Marlene loved animals and nature and believed in her savior. . . A Gift From Heaven I am with you always I live in your heart I speak to your soul We are not far apart When you feel a light breeze Hear the songs the birds sing Know that I see every smile Your kindness can bring I see you building your dreams With wisdom and grace And asking His guidance With each challenge you face I am more than a memory You will feel our love grow I am forever your angel Some things you just know Please tell me your thoughts Your hopes and your fears And know that through faith He will heal all your tears For today, I can share That in heaven above God has taken my hand I am complete, I am love Written by Kristan Dean While honoring her wishes there will be no services but charitable donations can be made to the Humane Society of West Michigan.