Obituary

Marlene R. Clites, 91, Hyndman, went to be with the Lord July 29, 2025 at Cumberland Healthcare Center.

Born December 28, 1933 in Cumberland; she was a daughter of the late Arthur G. and Ida B. (Bruck) Kreigline.  Also preceded in death by loving husband of 59 years, Ronald S. Clites; brothers, Devon, Donald, and James; and sisters, Betty Jane Sturtz, Phylis Getz, and Clara Kreigline.

Survived by son, Randy Clites and wife Cammy of Ellerslie; daughters, Pamela Bruck and husband Timothy of Fairhope, and Lori Chase of Hyndman; granddaughter, Dana Hankinson and husband Shane of Fairhope; great grandsons, Owen and Gavin Hankinson; and brother, Robert Kriegline and wife Lois Jean of Fort Loudon and many nieces and nephews.

Marlene was a graduate of Hyndman High School and worked in various businesses in Hyndman before getting married.  She was a member of the United Church of Christ, taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. She loved spending time with her family, especially her great grandsons.  She also enjoyed fishing, watching Hallmark movies, and gameshows.

Friends will be received at the Harvey H. Zeigler Funeral Home, Inc., 169 Clarence Street, Hyndman on Monday August 4th, 2025, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. where a funeral service will follow at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Tomislav Dosch officiating. Burial will follow at Cooks Mill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the United Church of Christ, Hyndman.  Condolences may be made at www.ZeiglerFuneralHome.com