Marilyn Ehrle, 85, of Manchester Township, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Marilyn dedicated many years of her life working at Hanes Department Store in Eatontown, where she was warmly regarded by colleagues and customers alike. Born in Passaic, she made her home in Clifton, Toms River, and Whiting before settling in Pine Lake Park, Manchester Township. A woman of faith, Marilyn attended Redeemer Lutheran Church in Manchester Township.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Donald, and her daughter, Karen Ehrle. Marilyn is survived by her devoted daughter, Lori Gillon, and her husband, Gary, of Manchester Township; her sister, Bonnie Van Britsom of Long Valley; her loving grandchildren, Trevor Gillon and Pamela Cheney; three adored great grandchildren, and extended family members.
Interment will be private at a later date. Marilyn will be remembered for her kindness, unwavering family devotion, and the gentle grace she brought to those around her. A memorial for Marilyn will be Sat. Nov 1st, 2025, from 1-4 PM at Dina’s Bistro, 2008 Rt 37, Toms River, NJ 08753
The last journey is the hardest. Marilyn, I wish you a grand reunion with Donald and bright, beautiful flowers forever. You will be missed 💙
Just heard about Marilyn passing I am so sorry to hear that bad news. We were wonderful friends when we were young going ice-skating and walking through the woods of our house in Clifton. Although I haven’t seen her for a few years, she was always on my mind and thought about the pleasant memories we used to have Together with her and her husband, Donald. I will miss you and treasure our memories, Georgia.
Marilyn was married to my cousin Donald and we were at family gatherings during a lot of years together.
I loved Marilyn and she was a very sweet person and always had a smile and laughed a lot. I have wonderful memories of many times together and I am sad that she had to suffer at all during the last phase of her life. She will now be reunited with Karen, Don and the rest of her family and no longer suffers any pain. Just joy in her Heavenly Home with everyone she loves and the best place to be in the Kingdom of
God forever.
Love you Marilyn, Kathy