Marilyn Jean Sawyer, 78, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012.
She was born January 30, 1934 in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Ted Earl and Mary Frances (Gilmore) Payne. She was a graduate of Topeka High School.
She was employed by the KPERS in Topeka.
Survivors include five children, Mike Rogers, Independence, MO, Pamela Sawyer, Wichita, Scott Sawyer, Columbus, GA, Tim Sawyer, Columbus, GA and Patricia Sawyer of Sevierville, TN; 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Cremation is planned. No services are scheduled. Private inurnment will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Topeka. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1315 SW Arrowhead Rd, Topeka, KS 66604. Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel, in Topeka is assisting the family.
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