Marion Louise Kolb, age 104, passed away on August 7, 2024, in Corpus Christi, TX. She was born on January 20, 1920, in Chicago, IL, to Ralph Sawyer Lytle and Louise Mueller Lytle. Marion was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Doris, Bertha, Florence, and Marcus.
Marion married Ray Melin Kolb in Chicago, IL, in 1943, and they were together until his passing in 1984. She later reconnected with and married Wilbur Halvorsen in 1988 in Baileys Harbor, WI, and they remained together until his passing on December 10, 2021.
She is survived by her children, Douglas Kolb and Paula Hewett; her grandchildren, Jeffrey Narsh, Anton Narsh, and Benjamin Narsh; and her great-grandchildren, Madison Narsh, Lillian Narsh, and Kelsey Narsh.
Marion was a talented dress designer, quilter, and candle maker. She turned her passions into a successful business, opening Kolb’s Korner in Fish Creek, WI, which featured handmade candles and custom-designed quilts. Her notable customers included Shriners Children’s Hospital, Ray and Joan Kroc, and the historic White Gull Inn in Fish Creek.
Marion received numerous accolades throughout her life, including the National Women’s Club 1st place award in fashion design and various international awards for her quilts and hangings. She was an active participant and office holder in several organizations, including the Daughters of the American Revolution, P.E.O., The Mayflower Society, the Women’s Club, and various church organizations.
Marion’s legacy is one of creativity, dedication, and community service. She was known for her warm and generous spirit, always ready to lend a hand or share her talents with others. Her quilts and handmade candles were not just products of her skill but also symbols of her love and care for those around her. Marion’s involvement in various organizations and her contributions to her community have left a lasting impact on many lives.
Her family and friends will remember her as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family above all. Her legacy will continue through the beautiful creations she left behind and the values she instilled in her loved ones.
A graveside memorial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeland, WA, on September 14, 2024, at 3:30 PM, with Pastor Jim Lindus officiating.
