Marilyn J. Bouchelle, 70, of Springdale died August 22, 2019. That day Heaven opened its gates and welcomed the soul of our loved one after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in Oklahoma City on January 14th, 1949 to Russell and Mary Aldredge. She was a graduate of Central State University in Edmond, Oklahoma, with a Bachelor of Arts in Education. She was a member of the Delta Thi Chapter of Sigma Kappa Sorority, of which she was still active upon her death. In 1978 she was initiated into Bronze Key Chapter of Mortar Board at Central State University in recognition of high scholarship, leadership, and service.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Byron A. Bouchelle, parents Russell and Mary Aldredge, and close friend, Jerry F. Poarch. She was a faithful member and servant at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Springdale. She was employed at Brunner and Lay in Springdale for over 30 years. She thought of everyone there as a second family. She was indeed an asset to the company.
She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, David and Susan Aldredge of Oklahoma City. Nieces Shannon and Nicole Aldredge of Oklahoma City. Her sister, Nancy Olson of Oklahoma City. Close friend, Patricia Poarch of Davis, Illinois.
A memorial service will be Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church 2898 S 48th St., Springdale, Ark. 72762. The family requests that memorials in her be made to St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Online condolences may be made to www.memorialfhspringdale.com.

Published September 4, 2019