Marla Saunders
November 16, 2022
Marla Ann Saunders, 69, of Orange Lake, FL passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. She was born June 7, 1953, in Canton, IL to John and June (McMeen) Raudabaugh.
Marla graduated from Canton High School in 1971. After having her two daughters, Marla went to Spoon River College to earn her associates degree. She lived in Ipava, IL for many years before moving to Florida and marrying long time friend, Terry Saunders, on July 7, 2001, who survives.
Also surviving are Marla’s daughters, Heather Taylor (Kyle) and Jennifer Edwards (Max), her grandchildren, Christopher Haney and Breanna Hite, and her brother, David (Terri) Raudabaugh.
Marla enjoyed being with her family, especially her grandchildren and grandpuppies. She spent many summers camping at Anderson Lake with Terry, her grandchildren, and her daughters. They enjoyed fishing and have many fond memories. Marla also enjoyed spending time with her daughters and her best friend, Lin, shopping, crafting and decorating. She very much enjoyed giving to the ones she loved. In the winter, she spent time at her home in Florida, with her husband Terry, where they enjoyed playing card games with friends.
In keeping with the wishes of Marla, there will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded through Crevasse’s Simple Cremation. To leave online condolences please visit www.crevassesimplecremation.com
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What a beautiful picture for a beautiful lady.
I will miss Marla coming and swimming 🏊♀️ 😢 in the spring and summer playing cards LRC may you rest in peace please tell my dad and mom hello
RIP Marla, you were a nice friend to many, 🌹
Jennifer & Heather,
You are in our hearts & thoughts.
To the family…sorry for your loss. Heather, you have so many special memories with you mom including all the handpicked decorations you have in your home. She is close by in your heart. mind, and your home.
Terry, Jennifer and Heather, so sorry for your loss! We will miss Marla with that bubbly personality! ❤️
So sorry for your loss. Marla was a wonderful person and loved her girls with all her heart.
Terry, Jennifer and Heather, so sorry for your loss! We will miss Marla with that bubbly personality! ❤️
All of our love to Marla , friends and family. We became Lake Anderson camping Family , I will miss our campfire moments. Cruising the lake with our margaritas. Gathered meals . Stories and the bond we created . You've left a footprint in our hearts and lives . Forever missed sweet friend. ❤️
So sorry to hear about your mother, we met when she married Gene. May god help you through the difficult days. Bob and Susie Bucher
So sorry for your loss. She will be missed by many. Our hearts are with you.
Terry so sorry to here about Marla thinking of you hope to see you next summer love cathy and roger
So sorry for your loss, my she rest in peace. Fly high Marla.
Dear Terry,
So sorry to just have learned today 5/3/25 of your loss of your wife Marla 3 years ago.
Memories of you while watching the Kentucky Derby since you were a horse jockey when we dated in Canton,IL about 50 years ago.