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Marilyn J. Plutchak

1930 ∼ 2026

Marilyn J. Plutchak

Marilyn J. Plutchak, 96 years old of Kenosha, WI passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Robin Way Assisted Living, Kenosha, WI.

She was born May 26, 1930, in Kenosha, the daughter of the late Sylvester and Tessie (Fessenden) Kollmann.

Marilyn worked as an administrative assistant for Kenosha Unified School District, retiring after many years of service. She was an avid bowler in her younger years, loved watching tennis matches and was an enthusiastic Bingo player. Marilyn had a wonderful sense of humor and quick wit; she will be remembered as a devoted mother.

Survivors include her children, Susan (the late Thomas) Lane, Larry (Kathy) Plutchak, Joel (Barbara Jones) Plutchak, John Plutchak, Gary Plutchak, Amy (Rob) Preston, Sandra Plutchak, and Kenneth (Julie) Plutchak; grandchildren, Katrina, Ellen, Stephen, Robert III, Conner, Sarah, Daniel, Amy, and Brian; several great-grandchildren; and sisters, Eugenia (Bob) Gruber and Shirley (the late Ralph) Ruffolo.

In addition to her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by children, Nancy Davis and Daniel R. Plutchak; and siblings, Therese Winter, Arlene LeRose, Ray Kollmann, Arnold “Joe” Kollmann, Robert Kollmann, and Allen Kollmann.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 7307 40th Avenue, Kenosha, WI. Mass of Christian Burial will commence at 11:00 a.m. on Friday and interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, Pleasant Prairie, WI. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to a charity of your choice, in her memory. Arrangements are entrusted to Proko Funeral Home.

Condolences

Katrina Grizzel May 30, 2026
So very sorry. If I had seen this sooner, I would have gone to the funeral. It's been a while since we saw her but she was a great woman!
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Roberta L. Andersen May 29, 2026
I am saddened that I will not be able to attend in person.
Mary Burnett May 28, 2026
I worked with Marilyn at KUSD for many years. She was such a kind and lovely woman, and an extremely dedicated worker. Rest in peace, sweet lady.
Tammi Matz May 28, 2026
I am so sorry to see Aunt Marilyn has passed. May she Rest in Peace and be reunited with our family members. I have many fond memories of family gatherings when I was young. What a great lady! Sending love and prayers for comfort and peace.
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Services & Events

event Visitation

location_on St. Mary Catholic Church 7307 40th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53142
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schedule Friday, May 29, 2026 at 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM

event Mass of Christian Burial

location_on St. Mary Catholic Church 7307 40th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53142
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schedule Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM

event Committal

location_on All Saints Cemetery 3300 Springbrook Road, Pleasant Prairie, WI, 53158
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schedule Friday, May 29, 2026 at 12:15 PM