Marlene Rose Day, 78, of Franklin, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

Born in Chicago Heights, IL, she was the daughter of the late George O. and Erna Deihl Day. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Roger Day and a nephew, Geoffrey Day. She loved her church family at Franklin Covenant Church; had a passion for cooking and baking; and loved watching the cooking channel.

Her longtime friend, Michelle Finnie said "Marlene loved the Lord, and was a good friend, sister, and aunt. She belonged to Memorial Church in Ft. Lauderdale for many years till she moved to Franklin. There she attended Franklin Covenant Church and served as receptionist. Undoubtedly, Marlene is now whole and rejoicing with the Lord in Heaven!"

She is survived by her sister-in-law, Doreen Day of Hudson, FL; nieces, Carol Day-Podjan, Jacqueline Murdock, and Elizabeth day; and nephews, Stephen Day, David Day, and Bryan Day. Also surviving are her very special friends, Joe and Elaine DeLorenzo, Frank and Reggie Canzone, and Winnie Virga all of Franklin, and John and Cathy Makinson of Martin, GA, and numerous other church family.

Celebration of Life will be at Franklin Covenant Church on Saturday, July 31, between 2pm and 4pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Franklin Covenant Church.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.