Marilyn Jean (Kovacs) Bartnicki, 81, Powers, passed away on Thursday December 25, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. She was born on September 14, 1944 in Trenton, MI, daughter of the late John A. and Mildred J. (Weaver) Kovacs. On August 21, 1965 she married Jerry Bartnicki at Mt. Carmel Parish Church in Wyandotte, MI.
Marilyn graduated from Taylor Center High School in Taylor, MI in 1962. She then worked at Michigan Bell Telephone Company as an operator and unit clerk before moving to Powers, MI.
She is survived by her husband, two children: Suzanne (James) Moreau of Dafter, MI and Jeffrey (Brenda) Bartnicki of Volo, IL, four grandsons: Mathew (Emily) Moreau of Pickford, MI, Nicholas (Katelyn) Moreau of Traverse City, MI, Justin Bartnicki of Volo, IL and Jarrett Bartnicki of Volo, IL, great-grandchildren: Peyton and Brendan Moreau of Pickford, MI, two brothers: George (Mary Jo) Kovacs of Livonia, MI and John (Mary) Kovacs of Traverse City, MI, as well as nieces and nephews.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents.
In keeping with Marilyn’s wishes, there will be no public services.
The Allo Coolman Funeral Home is assisting the Bartnicki family.
Please visit www.allofh.com to send online condolences to her family.
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"Such a lovely lady and good neighbors. Grace and Love and Hugs to everyone else who knew her and appreciated her. "
-Bonnie Hafeman -
"My dearest friend of so many many years. I will miss you so much. Love you with all my heart. Rest in peace my friend ❤️"
-Marilyn Wencl -
"Not only was she an amazing human being, she was a very caring and loving mother-in-law and grandma (and the best baker ever). She will be truly missed. We love her with all our heart. May she be at peace. "
-Brenda Bartnicki -
"I’m so sorry Jerry, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Marilyn was such a sweetheart ❤️ "
-Connie Marsicek -
"Best grandma ever. "
-Jarrett Bartnicki -
"Sending love and prayers to Jeff and family. "
-Todd Mahoney -
"I will miss Marilyn so much. She was a very good friend. I know she is at peace. Prayers for Jerry and Kids throughout this time."
-Barbara A. Murray -
"My dear sister in law. My prayers are with you,Jerry, and to the family. She was a beautiful woman. She will be missed. But now she is at rest. Have comfort in knowing that. Love you all! "
-Nancy Krieg -
"Haven't seen Marilyn or Jerry in years, but I remember her as a very nice lady. So sorry to hear. My prayers go out to Jerry and his family .May she rest in peace.🙏"
-James Pietsch -
"She was such a sweet and wonderful neighbor. We loved her, and she will be sincerely missed. Our condolences to Jerry and the rest of the family."
-Saundra Brown -
"Sending Our Love and Prayers to Suzanne and Family."
-Tracy & Simon Wilson -
"Jerry so sorry for your loss, your wife was a beautiful person who loved you so much and I know that you are left with a whole in your heart Try to recall all the time you had together and memories you shared Love Gerry and Kathy "
-Kathy Wilson -
"Jerry so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. We enjoyed the times we were able to be with you and Marilyn. "
-Bob and Sharon Maxon -
"Sincere condolences to all. May you find peace in knowing that Marilyn passed at home, as she intended, surrounded by her loving family. "
-The Eavou Family -
"My deepest sympathy to Jerry, Suzanne, Jeff and all the family. Marilyn was such a special lady. She will always be Mrs. Bartnicki to me. Love and prayers through this difficult time."
-Diana McKnight -
"Jerry, I know this is late but I just heard the sad news. So sorry for your loss. Judy and I remember Marylin from the Little League days."
-Al Prato
