Marilyn A. Brank

OAKHAM - Marilyn A. Brank, 79, passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2026. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of George H. Hill, Sr and Elizabath (Donohue) Hill and had lived in Oakham for over 45 years.

Marilyn is survived by her daughter Karin Brank of Catonsville, MD, brothers, Richard Hill of Leominster, Thomas Hill and his wife Elizabeth of Worcester, sister-in-law Rebecca Hill of Auburn; as well as many nieces and nephews, cousins, extended family, and dear friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 51 years, William Brank, son Christopher Brank, and her brothers, Father George Hill and John Hill.

Marilyn graduated from Worcester State College with a bachelor's degree in Education. While she taught various subjects over the years, Marilyn dedicated over 20 years to Saint Gobain in Worcester with her late husband with whom she shared a love of traveling after their retirement. She enjoyed teaching, reading, cats, gardening, and was an avid New England sports fan who could be found faithfully cheering on the Red Sox, Patriots, and Celtics every season.

Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday, November 2nd at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. A service honoring and celebrating Marilyn's life will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 3rd, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, 216 Richards Ave. in Paxton. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , Massachusetts Chapter, 320 Nevada St, Suite 201, Newton, MA 02460.

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