Marilyn K. Forness, 85, of Wellsville, NY

Marilyn K. Forness, 85, of Wellsville, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in her home with her family by her side. She was born October 7, 1939, in Bradford, PA, the daughter of the late James H. and Katherine T. (Pockalny) Smith. On October 17, 1959, she married Thomas W. Forness, who predeceased her on July 19, 2021.
Marilyn was a 1957 graduate of Portville Central School. She entered the work force and was employed by Clark Brothers (Dresser-Rand) from 1957 to 1964. In 1964, she and her husband moved to Wellsville, to follow Tom’s career in law enforcement. For many years, she was employed by American Greetings & Hallmark; and handled merchandising for Proctor & Gamble and various other companies. Outside of her employment, she was a member of Beta Sigma Phi and Gamma Pi Sororities. Above all else, she was a mother and housewife, family was her priority all the time; including her beloved dogs, Jeter and Buddy who have passed, and Sassy J, who survives.