Marlene J. Crosby, 76, of Milford, passed away peacefully on October 14th, 2017. Marlene was born in Auburn, MA on November 8th, 1940, to the late Russell and Elizabeth Gonyea Mason.   

Marlene graduated Milford High School with the class of 1959. She enjoyed the years she worked as a waitress at Maxine’s and the Bridgeport Flyer Diner (where sharp wit and milkshakes were her specialty).  She was a long time member of the “So-Will-I…” Club. Marlene was also an avid bowler and was a member of the St. Mary Women’s League. 

Marlene is survived by her children, Marcy (Brian) Gonski, Elizabeth (Dave) Griswold, and CorieJean (Perry) Kokenos; grandchildren, Haily, Bryzy and Kaly Gonski, Khrysty (Dylan) Mark, Stephany and Nik Griswold, Derek Brelsford (Amanda Zimmerman), and Ashley Kokenos; two expected great-grandchildren; siblings, Karolee (Robert) Buzelle, Wayne (Linda) McKinstry, Marilyn (Gene) Valois, and Joyce (Giles) Levitere; and her “sister”, Gloria (Larry) Clockedile. Marlene was predeceased by her brothers, Russell, William, Robert and Ronald. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Judy Crosby, Missy Whiting, Kiki Enders and Eileen Dirgo for all of their love, care and compassion.  

Friends and family may call on October 17, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Marlene’s name may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405.