Marilyn Kelly Hartson age 83; Passed away on Sunday October 25, 2015 in Whitefish, Mt. Marilyn was born May 27, 1932 in Glendive, Montana to Robert and Dorothy Kelly. She attended 12 years of school in Glendive , going to Lincoln, Washington, and Dawson County High School, graduating with the class 1950. Marilyn enjoyed music, band, choir, and piano. She met the love of her life, Fred Hartson, in Glendive while he was working for the Montana Highway Department. They were married in Glendive on November 4, 1950 and would’ve celebrated 65 years of marriage this year. They had two daughters, Patricia Ann Harris of McMinnville, Oregon and Kathyrn Lynn Eskestrand of Kalispell, Montana. They moved to Havre, Montana in 1953 and lived there for 36 years. They retired and moved to West Glacier, Montana, where they resided for 22 years. Marilyn and Fred loved it there! They lived on the golf course and enjoyed their golfing, hiking, and looking for beautiful animals. They loved the beauty and their good friends there. They also spent several winters in Tucson, Arizona and had many friends and good times there, as well. In 2009 they moved to Kalispell, Montana, due to health reasons. They enjoyed 6 happy years there with their beloved pets, Ni’Chi and Otis. Marilyn is survived by her husband, Fred, and their daughters, Patty(Bob), and Kathy(Louie), her brother, James Kelly of New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Her 1/2 brother, Carroll Wright of British Columbia, preceded her in death. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Kelly, Jason, Jessica, Adam, and Amy. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Erin, Bobby, Alex, Violet, and Zoey. Marilyn will meet Fred at Heavens gate! There will be no funeral services at Marilyn’s request. to send a note of condolence to the family please visit www.buffalohillfh.com. Buffalo HIll Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family.