Marilyn was a devoted daughter, wife, and mother who valued time with family and friends. She loved family outings, adventures, getaways, and shopping trips. She had a huge heart (soft spot) for her 4 legged fur babies which consisted of her current German Shepherd Zeus and her late dogs (Kedo, Princess, and Bucky). She was a lifelong member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Rochelle Va. Also she took pride in her public service to the Orange County School system. She was a dedicated substitute teacher spanning 25 years. She was full of personality, life, and had a way to brighten every room she was in.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Hamilton; daughter, Michelle Hamilton; son, Brandon Hamilton (his wife Jennifer Hamilton); her dog and granddog Zeus & Trigger. Her Brothers, Wayne Wharton and wife Carol, Warren Wharton and wife Beverly, Carl Wharton and wife Doris, Johnny Wharton and wife Robin; sister, Shelby Weakley and husband John. As well as her life long best friend Donna Hensley and her husband Bruce.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison (59 Edgewood School Lane, Madison Va 22727).

A graveside service led by Pastor Bruce Beeler Jr. will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Bethel United Methodist Church in Rochelle (71 Bethel Ln. Rochelle Va. 22738). The service will feature some spoken word and a few of her favorite Hymns, performed by a close friend of the family Jesse Owens. The Pallbearers will be: Robert Hamilton, Brandon Hamilton, Harvey Hamilton, Johnathon Hamilton, Johnny Wharton, & Tim Rhoades. Interment will be in the church cemetery.