Marilyn was preceded in death by her father, Melvin Jenkins mother, Mattie Jenkins sister, Katherine Easley and nephew, Tony Talley. Never have there been a soul with such kindness, joy, and grace. She had the ability to get in the kitchen and prepare a delicious meal.
With a laugh, capable of infecting everyone around her, she was the light you never knew you needed. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and laughing and dancing. Marilyn was known for her beautiful smile, lighting up any room she walked in. She was a member of Orchard Knob Baptist Church, where she served on the Usher board. Marilyn graduated from Riverside High School, where she was a cheerleader and majorette.
She was born on February 20, 1954, to Melvin and Mattie Jenkins in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Marilyn Cross, 69, of Chattanooga, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.