Marilyn Jean Corker, 69, of Front Royal, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Patsy Corker and her sister, Darnell Jones. Marilyn is survived by her brother, Durvin Corker (Laurie), brother-in-law, John Jones, Jr., nieces and nephews Erin Berger, Courtney Jones (Jennifer), Delaney Nave (Jason), Garrett Corker, Marc Berger, Addyson Berger, Ellie, Abigail and Charles Swanson, and her Godson, Cameron Noel and many other close cousins and dear friends.
Marilyn was an English teacher in Warren County earning the nickname “Queen of English”. Teaching was truly her passion where she had the honor of teaching three generations of families. She was a member of Zion Christian Church and Beta Rho Chapter ADK sorority. She enjoyed reading, traveling and loved Barbra Streisand.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 1 to 2 P.M. at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal followed immediately by a Memorial Service at 2 P.M. There will be a reception following the service at North Warren Volunteer Fire Station at 266 Rockland Rd., Front Royal, Virginia. Inurnment will take place at a later date at the Corker Family Cemetery in Beaverdam, Virginia.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marilyn’s name to Zion Christian Church, P.O. Box 55, Beaverdam, Virginia 23015.
Prayers to the family , so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful teacher. I had her for 8th grade English 1977-1978. She helped me turn my life around . I was so grateful to her . I did get to go visit her at school about 15 or so years ago. I will always remember her and will miss her.
Rest in Peace Miss Corker!!!! She was a wonderful Teacher & a joy to be around. I had her for English Class I think in 8th Grade in 1976/1977 & again for my Summer School English Class between my 11th & 12th Grades in 1980. She helped put me back on the right track! God Bless….
A great teacher, Jr High school on 15 th street school. She made a difference in so many of us she taught. Those years were tough on alot of us, I will remember her smile.
So sorry to hear this. Ms. Corker was an amazing teacher and a wonderful person.
Marilyn was a good friend we went through school together she was a very good person and will be missed my condolences to her family
Marilyn was a lifelong friend from early Sunday School days, through Elem School and High School. She enjoyed a good laugh always. My deepest sympathies to her family.
What a super sweet , nice lady ! She was my neighbor for a few years & although I did not know her a long time she was one of the kindest, thoughtful, sweetest ladies in the world! The world is better with people just like her in it ! A true loss for society! Rest in peace, fly with Angels 👼
Nice woman. Used to see her back in the late 90s teaching English at WCHS in Luray Ave
I have known Marilyn Corker for years. She was born and raised in Beaverdam, VA and we attended church together at Zion Christian Church. Marilyn came to Virginia Commonwealth University her first year of college and I gave her a job in our “Ask It” booth on campus at which time she gave anyone coming on campus directions to certain offices, buildings, etc. She did an excellent job and we loved her. She was an inspiration to be around. She was happy and everyone enjoyed being in her presence. Rest in peace my dear friend. We will all miss you.
Marilyn was my English teacher in Junior High (83/84) -who made such a lasting and wonderful impression on me❤️. Later on, after “junior high”, she became a cherished friend. 🌸
I’m so THANKFUL for her; her spirit and passion in teaching, her HUMOR, her kindness, her always being her own person, (and teaching/encouraging us to do the same), her compassion, her thoughtfulness, her smile…. her laugh— (it always felt SO good to make her laugh!)
The list goes on…🌞 and on…And on.
Fly high in paradise! You sure did make a difference in this world!⭐️❤️💫💗
❤️Prayers of peace and so much love to her, her family, and friends❤️
A divine hand brought us back together one last time. No words were needed. An effortless
connection that was and always will be. We both know how much we meant to one another. My teacher of three years, my neighbor, my friend, my guide, my champion, my compass. I only wish we had a bit more time. I knew her through a child’s eyes. I wish I had known her more as a woman. Profound love and respect for Marilyn Jean Corker. I’m truly sad to not be there for the service. Will light a candle in her honor. I can hear her wit and her laugh, they live forever in the fabric of who I am. She was a brilliant teacher.
Ms. Corker, a great teacher and friend. We lost touch over the years but I always remembered her humor and wisdom. I remember when I was in 7th or 8th grade we had an intense discussion about personal viewpoints where we strongly disagreed. When I grew up I realized she was 100% correct and I was wrong. Like Jenny, I too wish I had spoken to her more often as a woman and not a child. She will be missed! My thoughts are with her family and friends.