Marlene F. Baldridge

Marlene F. Baldridge, 89, of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Courtyard Estates of Monmouth. She was born September 28, 1936 in Monmouth, the daughter of Ollie and Birdie (Honsman) Cutliff.

Marlene is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers: Leonard, Ollie, Norman, and Wayne; and eight sisters: June, Freda, Mildred, Opal, Ruth Ann, Dorothy, Donna, and Patti.

Over the years, Marlene had worked at Formfit Factory in Monmouth, Gale Products and Rosewood Care Center, both in Galesburg. She also occasionally babysat for her family and enjoyed reading.

Cremation will be accorded. Burial of her cremated remains will be next spring at Monmouth Cemetery, Monmouth. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Memorial contributions may be made to W.I.A.R. (Western Illinois Animal Rescue) or to Courtyard Estates of Monmouth.