11/10/2025
Marilyn Otto, 94, of Center, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, in Center.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and no services are planned.
Born March 21, 1931, in Lake Mills, Iowa, Marilyn is the daughter of Irvin Slattum and Mildred Field Slattum. Marilyn and Dale attended and enjoyed the Fellowship of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Center.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Julie Rholes of Chrystal Beach
Susan and husband Harry Stephens of Hallsville
Grandchildren:
Justin Peterson
Alyssa and husband Nathan Ray
Katie Haugland Bowen and husband Eric
Karla Haugland North
Great-grandchild, Stevie June Ray
Sisters:
Marlys and husband Stan Nederhoff of Iowa
Yvonne Hestness of Minnesota
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by husband, Dale Otto; parents, Irvin Slattum and Mildred Field Slattum; son-in-law, Gary Rholes; and several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.
A special thank you to her loving caregiver, Vickie Cooper.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
