Marlys Ruth Stotka, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2024, in Shakopee, MN. Marlys was born on April 22, 1943, in Minneapolis, MN. She grew up with her parents, Ruth and Donald Markham, in Richfield, MN and lived on Lake Edward in Nisswa for 18 years before moving to Prior Lake in 2013. Marlys is survived by her loving children, Linda Coleman (David), Wendy Campbell (Joe), and Nikki Jacobson (Rich); her grandchildren, Brian, Laura, David, Riley, Ryan, Dylan, and Emma; her great-granddaughter Adeline; her brother Gary Markham (Linda); and her nieces Jennifer and Sarah. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Stotka and nephew Eric Markham. Marlys was a talented artist and gardener. She is remembered for her calm nature, kind heart, and infinite wisdom. A short service will be held on June 28, 2024, at 1:30 PM at Fort Snelling in St. Paul, MN followed by a celebration of Marlys's life at Wendy and Joe Campbell's home.

Published on June 27, 2024