Marlys Lorene Gosnell, age 68, of Maxwell, NE passed away on January 14, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born in Minneapolis, MN on March 1, 1949 to Rueben and Lorraine (Leuck) Miller.  She graduated from Mora High School and continued on to receive her Bachelor’s in Children’s Ministry and Missions from North Central Bible College.

Marlys was married to Ivan W. Gosnell on August 12, 1972, they were married 45 years.  Marlys volunteered her time as a Sunday school teacher, and worship leader.  She devoted her life to serving Christ, in her work, but especially for her church and family (most of all while loving and teaching her 11 grandchildren).  She enjoyed gardening and baking, which her grandchildren adored doing with her.  Marlys was also actively involved in her women’s bible study.

Survivors include her husband, Ivan Gosnell of Maxwell; children Jonie (Jason), Shane (Alicia) and Levi (Amy); grandchildren, Jordyn, Ellie, Illa, Jaevynn, Allison, Jaxon, Romy, Conrad, Maverick, Wyatt, and Nash; brothers, Dale, Daryl, David, and Randy; sisters, Sandy,  Joy, and Linda; and many other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws, Leslie and Grace Gosnell; granddaughters, Jael and Jalease; sisters, Sharon, Doris, Louise, and Ina; and brothers, Harvey, and Billy.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Teens Challenge or in her name.  Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 20, 2018 at the First Assembly of God Church with Pastor Gary Goodwin officiating.  Burial will follow at Plainview Cemetery near Maxwell. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.