Obituary: Marilou L. Filips, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Ceres, NY

 

Marilou  L. Filips      “beloved sister, aunt and friend”

BRADFORD, PA---Marilou L. Filips, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Ceres, NY, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a long fought illness as her family surrounded her.

Born on June 13, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth Sr. “Baldy” and Erla Mae Robbins Herzog.  She was affectionately known to many as “Toot” or “Red”. 

Marilou married Richard Filips on July 7, 1978 who predeceased her in January of 2002.  She later  married Alex Nemeth on May 22, 2021, who recently passed away in July.

For several years, Marilou was employed at the John MacDonald store in Ceres, NY.  After the store closed she worked in the dietary department of the Olean General Hospital where she was employed for many years before leaving due to her health.

Marilou had a passion for collecting and her home was always adorned with her little treasures, especially during the holidays.  Her greatest joys came from caregiving and spending time with her  friends and family while often engaging in long conversations.  She was known for her kind heart and open door. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Even though Marilou never had children of her own, she raised her niece, Anita Schimp, as her own daughter.  She is survived by her sister, Rose (Ronald) Carlson; five nieces, Robin (Corey) Smith, Danae (Dennis) Babcock, Anita Schimp, Faith Herzog, and Heidi Schimp; three nephews, Kenneth (Barbra) Herzog, Michael (Emily) Carlson, and Chad Carlson; and several grandnieces and grand-nephews.

She was predeceased by her brothers, Kenneth Herzog Jr. and Richard Herzog.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

Flowers are gratefully declined.  Memorials in Marilou’s name may be made to NFLB-McKean County, PO Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.

Marilou’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Marilou, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.