Date of Death: March 7, 2026
Service Details
Her family will receive friends Saturday, March 14, 2026 beginning at noon at Hohner Funeral Home, 1004 Arnold St., Three Rivers. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Obituary Notice
Marian Marjorie Cottingham, 79, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.
She was born January 18, 1947 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Dean and June (Bradford) Rice, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1965.
On August 28, 1966 Marian married Gary Cottingham. Together, they raised three sons and created a warm, Jesus-centered home. Much of their time was spent either at church, hosting others or attending their children’s sporting events.
Marian was active in her church and used her talents in many capacities. She had a love for music and dedicated countless hours as a choir director. She also worked as a Realtor at Century 21 for many years.
Marian loved spending time with family and friends. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her greatest joy. She always made time together so special with her fun personality and quick wit.
Remaining to cherish her memory are her sons, Chad (Kristen) Cottingham, Ryan (Christy) Cottingham, and Chase (Emily) Cottingham; 11 grandchildren, Carley (Ryan) Shoesmith, Alex (Hannah) Cottingham, Cameron Cottingham, Connor (Hannah) Cottingham, Ryleigh Cottingham, Trey (Lauren) Cottingham, Madison (Carter) Geigley, Caden Cottingham, Isabel Neumann, Kennady Cottingham, and Marshall Neumann; five great-grandchildren, Andi Cottingham, Crew Cottingham, Saylor Shoesmith, Jett Shoesmith, and Emma Cottingham; brothers, Lyle (Linda) Rice and Daryl (Sue) Rice; husband, Jay Schleisman.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Cottingham.
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I will miss you Marian Marjorie. You were always something special, zany, crazy, goofy, but most of all, just plain fun!
“Absent from the body, present with the Lord” Say hi to Gary, mom and dad. Love you. Day-Row
Marian leaves such a beautiful legacy. Praying for your comfort and peace. 💔