SAAM, Marilyn J. December 11, 2012, age 81 (Kotlarczyk - see Saam) Beloved wife of Frank. Previously married to the late Edward Kotlarczyk. Loving mother of John Kotlarczyk, Karen Hamilton, Tracey Powers (James) and the late Craig Kotlarczyk. Dearest grandmother of Cassandra, Joe and Kameryn. Marilyn taught in the Dearborn Public Schools for 12 years, graduate of Michigan State 1953. Mom was the most optimistic person we knew, always seeing the good in people. Her many interests included extensive travel, gardening, music and of course Five o'clock cocktail hour. She also was a huge MSU Fan, enjoying many good times with her Alpha Gamma Delta sisters. She touched our lives deeply and will be truly missed by all. Funeral Service Saturday 11:00 am at the Dearborn Chapel of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, 22546 Michigan Ave. Visitation Thursday 5-9 pm and Friday 1-9 pm. Interment Parkview Memorial Cemetery. Memorials to American Cancer. www.howepeterson.com