Marilyn J, Crnkovic, 90, of Joliet, beloved wife of the late Thomas; loving mother of Carla (John Kopinski) Crnkovic, Gregory and Tim; dear sister of Ruth McKoy; cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Marilyn was a member of the VFW Auxiliary; she was a University of Illinois Master Gardener and a 20 year employee of the State of Illinois D.O.C. Memorial visitation will be at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL on Wednesday Aug. 18th from 6:00 p.m. until time of service at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Stroke Association (www.stroke.org) or North Shore Hospice (foundation.northshore.org) appreciated.