Marilyn Jane De Groot

Marilyn Jane De Groot passed away at her home in Brentwood from natural causes on March 30, 2014. She was born on October 20, 1941 to Ernest and Dorothy De Groot in Artesia, CA. She grew up on the family dairy farm with siblings Janice, Charles, Carol and Doreane where she developed her strong work ethic. She graduated from Valley Christian Schools in 1959 and continued her education earning her registered nursing certificate at Fullerton Community College in 1961. She began her 43-year nursing career at Bellwood Hospital for one year before moving with her adventurous college friends to San Francisco where she worked at San Francisco General Hospital during the 60's. While there, she met Mike Nelson and married in 1969. They moved to Denver in 1970 and were married for 9 years. After 14 years in Colorado her love of family drew her back to Southern California initially residing in San Monica and later owning a condo in Brentwood. She worked as a RN in Pulmonology, then as a caregiver for (Stevie) and retired from her nursing career after working at LA Veterans Hospital for 12 years. She was a tireless hard worker.
In Marilyn's early years she enjoyed travelling adventures to Europe and Mexico with her friends. She enjoyed an annual Labor Day trip to Sausalito, CA with her friend Relissa. She shared her presence at family holidays, birthdays, graduations, weddings and vacations at San Clemente Beach and with dear friends to Palm Desert. She was a prolific book reader and loved political discourse. She was also a gourmet cook who had an appreciation for the LA arts and would frequently enjoy concerts, museums, restaurants, great food, wines and cheering for her beloved Lakers.
Marilyn was quick to respond with her generous heart in giving of her time and resources helping her family with medical needs. She was a strong advocate and instrumental in guiding family members to quality care and treatment.
We will miss, Marilyn, our beloved sister, aunt and friend. We are comforted knowing that we all belong to our faithful Savior Jesus Christ. Rest in Peace Auntie M we miss you!
"But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior." Philippians 3:20
Marilyn is survived by her four siblings, Janice, Chuck. (Janice), Carol, Doreane (Paul) and twenty nieces and nephews.

Graveside service on Saturday May 3 at Artesia Cemetery 9:30am 11142 Artesia Blvd. Cerritos.
Memorial service to follow 11:00am Bethany Christian Reformed Church 17054 Bixby Ave. Bellflower.

Flowers may be sent to Marilyn De Groot Family at 17624 Roseton Ave Artesia Ca. 90701.
Flower Works- www.myflowerworks.com (562)-860-4610.
Whitehouse Florist- www.whitehouseflower.com (562)-925-1238

Marilyn's chosen causes for donations are:
Valley Christian Schools. 10818 Artesia Blvd, Cerritos, Ca. 90703 (562)-860-0556
Bethany Christian Adoption Services. 16700 Valley View Ave #210, La Mirada, Ca. 90638 (714)-994-0500