Marlene A. (Bruneski) Carlson, 81, of Sycamore, Illinois, passed away on July 1, 2024. Born on November 29, 1942, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of Albert and Emily Bruneski. Marlene graduated from Nathan Hale High School in West Allis, Wisconsin, and later earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
On July 15, 1967, she married Fritz J. Carlson, and together they shared 54 happy years. Marlene and Fritz settled in Illinois, where they raised their three children. After taking a break from teaching to focus on her family, Marlene returned to her passion for education. She taught at St. Peter Catholic School in Geneva, Illinois, leaving a lasting impact on her students. Even in retirement, former students kept in touch, a testament to her dedication.
Marlene's green thumb led her to become a Master Gardener during retirement. She reveled in tending to her garden, cultivating an array of fruits, vegetables, and wildflowers. Howev

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