Marilyn Nystrom

Marilyn DeWeerdt Nystrom, age 75 of New Brighton, passed away September 26, 2020 surrounded by her daughters and granddaughter in J.A. Wedum Residential Hospice Center. Marilyn was born in Sioux City, IA on April 8, 1945 to Gus and Marjorie DeWeerdt. She moved to Minnesota in 1961, where she met and married the love of her life, Gary Nystrom. Together they had Joelle and Alyssa. Marilyn brought joy to all those she touched with her infectious smile, joy in life, her sparkle and sense of humor. She spent many days enjoying her “hippie van,” and attending to her beautiful home and garden. She was the mom and grandma that never missed the chance to celebrate a birthday or holiday, and seldom missed the artistic performances of her daughters and granddaughters. Marilyn always gave extraordinary attention and thoughtfulness to the cards and gifts she bestowed. “All I ever wanted to be was a mom,” she said many times. She excelled in her role as a loving mother and grandmother. Marilyn had a great sense of adventure, and loved traveling and trying new things with her friends and family. She was proud to fly with her daughter Joelle, a pilot who followed in Marilyn’s father’s footsteps, tracing his many miles flown in Alaska. Marilyn was a longtime friend of Bill and Lois Wilson. Her friends and neighbors were like family, and Marilyn was especially grateful to those who supported her with prayers and practical help that allowed her to remain in her home of 51 years. Her very special friends included Linda Bergherr, Mary Bot, Mary Noble, Bob Johnson, Dianne Cline, Dianne Doppler and Sue Pellow. Marilyn is survived by daughters Joelle Petersen of Fort Meyers, FL and Alyssa (Hans) Miller of Fargo, North Dakota, granddaughters Grace Miller of Rochester, NY, Mia Miller of Minneapolis, MN, Camille Miller of Fargo, ND, and Miss Itty Bitty Kitty. Marilyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 39 years, Gary Nystrom, her parents Gus and Marjorie DeWeerdt and her brother David DeWeerdt. A deep lover of animals near and far, Marilyn requested memorials be sent to the WORLD WILDLIFE FUND (WWF) in lieu of flowers. Funeral service to be held Thursday October 8th, at 11AM with visitation one hour prior at St. Odilia Catholic Community. For those unable to attend the service will be available via live webcast at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClnGngY2PshVKdCVydxoWKg. Masks and social distancing are required for all in attendance.

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Marilyn Nystrom

April 8, 1945 - September 26, 2020

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Marilyn Nystrom

April 8, 1945 - September 26, 2020

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