Darlene Velda Marchese (Gerdes) long-time resident of Merrill, passed away peacefully in her home on September 16, 2022. Darlene was a long-time employee of SEMCO windows and was currently employed by Walmart in Merrill.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 19 years, Anthony (Tony) Marchese. She is survived by 3 sisters, 1 brother, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ruth Drew (Gerdes) of Plymouth, WI; Carol Faust (Gerdes) and her partner Mark Leisher of Ringle, WI; Mary Gilsdorf (Gerdes) of DePere, WI and Steven Gerdes and spouse Debra of Sheboygan, WI.
Darlene will be cremated according to her wishes,. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. She will be greatly missed by family, friends and coworkers. The family is being assisted by Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society of Schofield, WI. We would like to extend a special thank you to the Merrill Police Department and the Lincoln County Human Society for their kindness and help. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS