Marllys Cermak
May 31, 1930 ~ January 13, 2017
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Marllys A. Cermak, 86, of Highmore, passed away Friday, January 13, 2017 at her home.
Visitation was held from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Luze Funeral Home in Highmore. Burial followed at the Bohemian National Cemetery, rural Highmore. Following the burial, a reception was held at the Polo Gym.
Marllys Arlene Abernathy was born May 31, 1930, in Highmore, Hyde County, South Dakota, to John and Florence (Kelley) Abernathy. She was united in marriage to Royal E. Cermak on July 28, 1947, at Stephan, South Dakota. To this union, six children were born.
She and her family farmed and ranched in northern Hyde County. She enjoyed collecting teapots, tea cups, and coffee mugs. Some of her other collections include figurines of Mary, crosses, books, bells, turtles, and pretty rocks given to her by her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed cross word puzzles, jig saw puzzles, and playing cards.
Marllys' memory will be cherished by her children: LeaEtta D. Carmody of Huron, Janice M. Cermak Sandmeier of Redfield, Nancy K. and Roger D. Semmler of Huron, Sandra M. Cermak of Highmore, Gary R. and Eloise R. Cermak of Highmore, and Marcia A. and David R. Brown of Huron; one brother, Lawrence Lynch of Highmore; one sister, Patricia Calvetti of Rapid City; 19 grandchildren: LauraLea R. Johnson, Molly Nelson, Dale Hochhalter, Charla Ewing, Dustin Carmody, Samuel R. Sandmeier, Anthony J. Sandmeier, Dawn M. Semmler, Traci R. Hedlund, Karen D. Fluth, Rocky A. Cermak, Jennifer J. Berg, David R. Cermak, Kimberly K. Washechek, Nathaniel D. Brown, Daniel D. Brown, Benjamin D. Brown, Micah D. Brown, and Joseph D. Brown, 24 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; 11 siblings; and one great grandchild.
Luze Funeral Home of Highmore has been entrusted with Marllys’ arrangements.
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My condolences to the Cermak family on the loss of your mother.
My deepest sympathy to the family of Marllys Cermak. She was a very special person in my life. I will always treasure those late night conversations we shared over tea when I dated Lea Etta. Even after Lea Etta and my relationship ended, she continued to be a friend and special person. Our last time together was over a meal at the Redfield senior citizen’s home when she INSISTED on paying for the meal. Marllys, I wish you peace in the welcoming arms of our Lord and that the Lord comforts those left behind. RIP, you no longer need to suffer from physical and mental pain. Every time I have a cup of tea I will always think of you. Bob McGough
So sorry to hear about your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Marllys’s family – My deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your Mom and Grandma. I have some fun memories of doing her hair at Alice ‘s Beauty Salon in Miller not so many years ago. I always enjoyed visiting with her and especially her sense of humor. May our Lord keep you all wrapped in his loving arms during the coming days. Hugs and prayers. Jan
My sympathy to all family, rest in peace Marllys.
Thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Now your parents are reunited eternally, where they never grow old. Cherish the precious memories.
Marllys, God Bless you. You will be missed. Our love and prayers. Joe & Marcella
Nancy, we are so sorry to hear about your Mom! You, Roger and your whole family are in our prayers and we know that Jesus is holding you close. In His love Jarvis and Darci Haugeberg
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. My sympathy to all of her family.
Lea Etta and family, I’m so sorry to hear of your mother and grand mother’s passing.My prayers are there for all of you….Gary.
Love, condolences, and prayers to you all.
Gloria is Marlys’s cousin and saw the obituary in the paper. She wanted to let you know that she was thinking of your family. She was unable to make the service.