Marilyn Dele Ostonko, 86, of Huntingburg

Marilyn Dele Ostonko, 86, of Huntingburg, passed away peacefully at 9:06 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Marilyn was born on September 3, 1940, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Martin and Ellawee (Morrison) Ganote. She married Harold “Harry” Ostonko on June 8, 1974, in South Elgin, Illinois. A 1958 graduate of North Kansas City High School, Marilyn was a passionate artist who found joy in spending time with her dogs, paddle boating, and staying active through exercise. She delighted in preparing her special recipes for family holiday meals. Above all, Marilyn cherished her family and the precious time they shared together.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Gary Ganote.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Harold Ostonko of Huntingburg; her four children, Gary (Shelly) Bell of Huntingburg, Don (Soraia) Bell of Santa Claus, Becky (Rick) MacDonald of Huntingburg, and James Bell of Batavia, Illinois; her two sisters, Judi (Bob) Engelage of Kansas City, Missouri, and Bobbie (Jesse) Manahan of Lake Weatherby, Missouri; numerous beloved nieces and nephews; and fifteen grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.

A private memorial service for Marilyn will be held at a later date. Rainey Funeral Home in Dale is entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at www.raineyfuneralhome.com