Marilyn Alice Dahl

Marilyn A. (Lockrem) Dahl, age 89 of Shakopee, MN passed away peacefully with family by her side at St. Francis Hospital on May 19th, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, M. John Dahl, granddaughter Anna Margaret Dahl and sister Margaret "Peggy" Carlson. Survived by sons Bradley (Amber), Jeffrey, Peter, Andrew (Melissa), Benjamin (Janelle), Jeremy (Tonya), Nathanael (Lisa), 17 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, brother William "Bill" (Anna) Lockrem, brother-in-law Jerrold Carlson, and several nieces and nephews. Marilyn was born March 27, 1937 in Minneapolis, MN the first child of William and Helen (Brustad) Lockrem. Marilyn grew up in Lindstrom for many years before moving to Mound, MN. In Jr. High, Marilyn was a part of a choir at Calvary Memorial Church that was led by Bethel College director Dr. Bob Berglund. Being in that choir under the direction of Dr. Berglund was a special part of Marilyn's life. Marilyn also met life long friends while at Calvary. Marilyn graduated from Mound High School in 1955. A few years later, she married John Dahl on March 7, 1958. John and Marilyn moved to Brooklyn Park where they raised their seven sons. Over those years, John and Marilyn held a Bible study group in their home that formed deep friendships. After most of their sons were raised, Marilyn went back to school and earned an Associates Degree from North Hennepin Community College. After graduating, Marilyn became employed at General Mills in Golden Valley. She loved working there and stayed for 10 years before retiring. John and Marilyn enjoyed traveling, including going on cruises, a trip to Hawaii, and a trip to Norway and Sweden. In their later years, John and Marilyn became snowbirds living in Daytona Beach Shores, Florida for half of the year for many years. Marilyn said that Florida was one of her favorite places to live. While there they made many new friendships and had family members nearby who also wintered there. Over the years, Marilyn's interests included being in a golf league, a bowling league, going for walks, cross country skiing, camping, and going to Fort Wilderness in McNaughton, WI. She had a passion for playing board games and loved hosting as well as attending game nights. Marilyn faithfully attended her sons' events/performances as well as the many events/performances of her grandchildren over the years. You could count on Marilyn wanting to be there whenever there was something going on. Marilyn often said that she had the "most beautiful grandchildren in the world." Marilyn was a faithful servant of the Lord and a daily student of His word. She was a strong prayer warrior that more often than not, saw answers to those prayers. In her later years, Marilyn attended a Bible study at Grace Church of Eden Prairie that she thoroughly enjoyed. Marilyn had a deep love for the Lord and a confidence in Him that was unbreakable. A few weeks before her passing, Marilyn had shared that she and the Lord "had an agreement" about how she would pass. When told that it may not work out that way, she said "He knows my preferences". The Lord was gracious to her as she passed the way she wanted to (no lingering illness or disability). He was faithful and her confidence was astounding. Marilyn longed to be with Jesus and her faith has now been made sight. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 29th at 11:00am with a visitation 1 hour prior to the service in the chapel at Grace Church of Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Rd. (Door 2), Eden Prairie, MN 55347. There will be a luncheon to follow the service. In lieu of flowers, tax-deductible gifts in honor of Marilyn can be given to Fort Wilderness Ministries. Over the decades, Marilyn enjoyed many adventures at this year-round Christian camp serving 8,000 each year. To give by mail: "Fort Wildernness" / Marilyn Dahl Memorial, Box 715, McNaughton, WI 54543. 715-277-2587 https://fortwilderness.givevirtuous.org/donate/memorials

Marilyn Alice Dahl

March 27, 1937 - May 19, 2026

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