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Marilyn J. (nee Dier) Szpara, 69, of Grand Island, NY, passed away suddenly on January 17, 2021.  Born on May 1, 1951 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Dier and the late Elizabeth (nee Thomson) McKenzie.  On October 28, 1972, Marilyn married Theodore J. Szpara, Jr.  He predeceased her on November 18, 2006.

Marilyn was mainly a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls until she moved Grand Island to be with her daughter and family.  She was educated in Niagara Falls and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. For over 50 years, Marilyn was employed by Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, where she was currently employed as a Medical Records Clerk. She enjoyed traveling, spending time in Florida with her brother and sisters and other family members. Above all else, Marilyn loved spending time with her precious grandchildren.

Marilyn is survived by her loving daughter, Shannon (Andrew) Bland; beloved grandchildren, Alexander and Jillian Bland; caring siblings, Elizabeth (late Karl) Blair, Marge (Frank DeDario) Cirillo, Beverly (Albert Johnston) Luffman and Robert (Christine) Dier and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will be present on Wednesday from 3-7 p.m. at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007) where Marilyn’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 21st at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch officiating. (For the funeral, enter the funeral home parking lot via the south (2nd Avenue) entrance). Prayers of committal and interment will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.  Friends invited. Masks and social distancing will be required for your safety at all gatherings.  Thank you for your support and understanding.  In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice.  Professional arrangements are under the care of Michael R. Goodlander. Share condolences and memories and view his/her tribute video at facebook.com/goodlandercares and GOODLANDERCARES.com

Marilyn married SZPARA, Theodore J on 28 Oct 1972. Theodore died on 18 Nov 2006. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BLAND, Andrew. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]