Marilyn Yvonne Newman Janeway was born in Fullerton, California, to Morgan Maxwell Newman and Ruby Lucille Newman. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Marvin Lee Janeway (August 16, 2019, age 81), and her son, Craig Lee Janeway (April 11, 2024, age 64). She was also preceded in death by her brother, Morgan Maxwell "Mackie" Newman (December 8, 2020).

Marilyn is survived by her son, Randall Allan Janeway (age 66) of Las Vegas, Nevada; daughters, Stacy Yvonne Janeway (age 61) of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Cary Ann Janeway (age 59) of Las Vegas, Nevada; granddaughter, Laine Ashley Blackmon (age 27) of Reno, Nevada; niece, Shea McCrary of Muldrow, Oklahoma; and grandsons and granddaughters of her late son, Craig Lee Janeway: Shane Larason, RosaLee Murphy, Timothy Lee Janeway, Devin Archer Janeway, Ryan Patrick Janeway, and Nicholas Quinn Janeway.

Marilyn was a longtime resident of Las Vegas, Nevada. She and her husband moved to the southeast part of town in the summer of 1968, settling on an acre of land not far from the airport. There, she enjoyed ample space for running, playing, and indulging in one of her favorite pastimes: horseback riding.

A talented artist, Marilyn won many awards at local art fairs in her teens. She was also crowned Miss Fullerton in the 1950s and was a baton twirler in a marching band. Marilyn was a gifted cook, a wonderful mother, and loved family gatherings, especially those at her mother's house, and one in particular at the Desert Inn Golf Course. She was deeply rooted in the old Vegas community, always ready to lend a helping hand.

Known for her kindness and generosity, Marilyn was a mother to many and a friend to all. She opened her home to neighborhood kids in need of guidance or a place to stay. She will be dearly missed by all who loved her and had the privilege of knowing her. Her sweet and gentle spirit will never be forgotten.