Marilyn (Mickey) Lee Buehler, age 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.   She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Buehler; and granddaughter, Parker Buehler-Stadler.   Marilyn is survived by her children, Fred (Robin) Kiester, Allan (Laura) Kiester, Deb (Rick) Kerkstra, Cathy (Doug) Schornhorst, Dan (Dawn) Buehler, Bill Buehler, Bob (Tammy) Buehler, Bonnie (Andy) Sharp, and Barb (Mike) Buehler.   Marilyn adored her 9 children; 25 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. 

Affectionately known as Mickey, Marilyn enjoyed the simple pleasures of life including reading, bowling, golf, shopping and playing cards.   She treasured time spent with family, especially the holidays.  

She retired in 2001, from Consumers Energy and enjoyed a lengthy retirement including adventures in their fifth wheel and living for several years in Hot Springs, Arkansas. 

We will celebrate her life with a funeral service and luncheon with family only at the church where her parents, Clayton and Marion Lewis, celebrated her baptism, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2 Michigan Ave, Grand Rapids on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 11:00 am.    

Marilyn will be remembered for her love of family, her sense of humor, and the many memories she created with those who loved her.