Obituary for Marilyn Joann Ginnow (Precour)
Marilyn Joann Ginnow (Precour), of Oshkosh, WI, passed away peacefully (from a long battle with dementia) on June 27, 2021, surrounded by her family, at The Waterford of Oshkosh.
Marilyn, born on September 16, 1933 to Edward & Ada Precour in Oshkosh, WI immediately brought joy into the world. Marilyn went on to graduate from Oshkosh High School in 1952, an all-girl finishing school in Buena Vista, VA, and eventually attended Layton School of Art and Design in Milwaukee, WI as a student eager to become a commercial artist.
Shortly after graduating from high school, she met James Ginnow and the two were inseparable from that point on. Marilyn and Jim were married on July 25, 1953 and had three children, Jay (Rita), Robert (Karen), and Stacey (James Schiek). They celebrated 51 years of marriage when James passed away 17 years ago.
Marilyn was a ball of energy in all she did inside and outside the home she and Jim built together. Painting remained a strong passion to her as she put her brush to the canvas, as she studied and appreciated the work of other artists. Marilyn loved reading, playing Bridge, getting lots of sun outside, camping, boating and raising her three children. She spent many years working in retail sales, focusing on fine men’s clothing. Later in life Marilyn sought out ways to better her health and invested her time into Jazzercise. Marilyn would receive awards from them for the dedication and attendance achievements she devoted to Jazzercise. She would also join and participate in many local community groups such as the Oshkosh Jr. Women’s Club, the League of Women Voters, Helen Mears Art Program, and other groups supporting the arts in the Oshkosh community. Marilyn was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church for many years.
Marilyn was predeceased by her parents, husband James and granddaughter Ellalynn Schiek. She is survived by her three children, her 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and her precious kitty Chrissy.
Services will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, 311 Division St., Oshkosh, WI 54901 on July 14, 2021 at 1p.m. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. to the time of service. A private graveside ceremony will follow.
The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at The Waterford, where she was affectionately known as “Trouble". Our sincere thanks also go to the staff at Heartland Hospice Care, the staff at Eden Meadows and all her friends near and far who have visited her and wished her well the past few years.
Marilyn, born on September 16, 1933 to Edward & Ada Precour in Oshkosh, WI immediately brought joy into the world. Marilyn went on to graduate from Oshkosh High School in 1952, an all-girl finishing school in Buena Vista, VA, and eventually attended Layton School of Art and Design in Milwaukee, WI as a student eager to become a commercial artist.
Shortly after graduating from high school, she met James Ginnow and the two were inseparable from that point on. Marilyn and Jim were married on July 25, 1953 and had three children, Jay (Rita), Robert (Karen), and Stacey (James Schiek). They celebrated 51 years of marriage when James passed away 17 years ago.
Marilyn was a ball of energy in all she did inside and outside the home she and Jim built together. Painting remained a strong passion to her as she put her brush to the canvas, as she studied and appreciated the work of other artists. Marilyn loved reading, playing Bridge, getting lots of sun outside, camping, boating and raising her three children. She spent many years working in retail sales, focusing on fine men’s clothing. Later in life Marilyn sought out ways to better her health and invested her time into Jazzercise. Marilyn would receive awards from them for the dedication and attendance achievements she devoted to Jazzercise. She would also join and participate in many local community groups such as the Oshkosh Jr. Women’s Club, the League of Women Voters, Helen Mears Art Program, and other groups supporting the arts in the Oshkosh community. Marilyn was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church for many years.
Marilyn was predeceased by her parents, husband James and granddaughter Ellalynn Schiek. She is survived by her three children, her 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and her precious kitty Chrissy.
Services will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, 311 Division St., Oshkosh, WI 54901 on July 14, 2021 at 1p.m. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. to the time of service. A private graveside ceremony will follow.
The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at The Waterford, where she was affectionately known as “Trouble". Our sincere thanks also go to the staff at Heartland Hospice Care, the staff at Eden Meadows and all her friends near and far who have visited her and wished her well the past few years.