Marilyn A. Siegle, 77, of Jacksonville, IL, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, at Prairie Village Healthcare Center. She was born July 10, 1944, in Jacksonville, the daughter of Merrill and Ruth A. Ginder Masten. She married Norman E. Siegle on June 14, 1969, at Literberry Baptist Church and he survives. She is also survived by one daughter, Dr. Tracey E. Siegle of Peoria and one sister, Venita K. (Bill) Kilby of rural Ashland. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Eric L. Siegle; and one brother, Nyle Masten. Marilyn earned her BS in education from Illinois State University. She was a primary school teacher for a short time before becoming a full-time homemaker and mother. She enjoyed gardening and loved animals, especially cats. Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Animal Protective League of Springfield or The Lewy Body Dementia Association. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is in charge of arrangements. .