Marilyn was a lifelong resident of the area having graduated as valedictorian of Eldred Central School in 1953. She was a loving wife for 64 years to her husband Gibson E. McKean and she cherished her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends.

Marilyn was predeceased by son Andrew McKean, father Edwin Martin, mother Florence Harris-Martin, and brother Edwin C. Martin.

She is survived by her husband, her children: Michael McKean (wife Lori), Linda McKean, and daughter-in-law Karen McKean, her seven grandchildren: Timothy Gutman (wife Nicole), Jennifer Gutman, Benjamin McKean (wife Erin), Sarah McKean, Rachel McKean, Shannon McKean, and Morgan McKean, and her three great-granddaughters: Hailee Gutman, Lily Gutman, and Parker McKean. Marilyn will also be missed by nieces and nephews, wonderful longtime friends, and her devoted caregivers.

Due to public health concerns, a private burial will be handled by Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home in Barryville. A memorial to commemorate her life will be scheduled at a later date.