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Obituary

Marilyn Zappa 83, of Naperville, IL passed peacefully in her sleep January 24th, 2024. Born in Pittsburgh , PA the daughter of Christine (Jakovac) and Edward Madej.

A gifted musician, artist, writer, seamstress and gardener upon graduating high school she briefly attended Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA where she met and married Albert Zappa in 1959. Together they had three children and moved to the Chicagoland area in 1970.

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Born

1940
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Passed away

January 24th, 2024
Naperville, IL

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Method of disposition

Cremation

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Pacific Ocean

Hayes Funeral Service
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