Marilyn Sanders 1937-2025

Born in Youngstown, she was the daughter of Thomas J. Jones Jr. and Clara Rochford Jones.

A proud graduate of Rayen High School, Marilyn attended Youngstown State University and the Barbizon Modeling School, where her lifelong love of fashion first began.

Marilyn was a people person and a natural-born salesperson; she had an unmatched ability to connect with others. Her charm, warmth and quick wit made her unforgettable to everyone she met. She brought passion and energy to everything she did — whether it was her career, her travels or time spent with family.

Marilyn’s greatest joy in life came from her family. She was a devoted mother to her children, Jon (Deanna) Sinn of Kent and Jacqueline (Joe) Grippi of Raleigh, North Carolina; and a proud grandmother to her five cherished grandchildren, Samantha Sinn, Amanda Sinn, Jessica Sinn, Jamison Grippi and Jordan Grippi. She also leaves her brother, Edward (Patricia) Jones of Struthers, and her sister, Barbara Miller of Dahlonega, Georgia.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Virginia Perkins; and brother, Thomas Jones.

The family will receive relatives and friends 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, at the McCauley Funeral Home, with a service to follow, celebrated by the Rev. Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

The family has requested, in lieu of flowers, to please donate to St. Edward Church, St. Columba Cathedral Parish, 144 W. Wood St., Youngstown, OH 44503.

Arrangements by the McCauley Funeral Home proudly serving the Valley for more than 123 years. Please send thoughts and condolences to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com.

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