Marilyn Ann Czernik, 75, died Tuesday, February 7th, 2017. She was the wife of the late Thaddeus Czernik.
Born in Providence, she was a daughter of Jessie (Robbio) Bowers, and step-daughter of Albert Bowers, Sr. Marilyn had worked as a programs coordinator for the Audubon Society for ten years. She was a charter member of the Smithfield YMCA and diligent Little League Mother. Marilyn was a faithful attendee of the Greater RI Baptist Church and an active participant in their Bible study group. She was a former pilot at North Central State Airport. Marilyn enjoyed bowling, so much so, that she became an instructor. Marilyn also loved to read and spend time doing word games and puzzles.
She is survived by her children, Richard MacKay of Christmas, Florida, John MacKay of Providence, Paul MacKay of Orlando, Florida, Lori-Ann Vizcaino of Greenville, Mary-Jo Williams of Springfield, Missouri , as well as her siblings, Albert Bowers, Jr. of North Smithfield, Deborah Bowers of Greenville, and Gary Bowers of Estero, Florida.
Her Funeral Service will be held Friday at 11:00 am in the Greater RI Baptist Temple, 671 Greenville Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Cranston. Visitation will be held 10-11 am in the Greater RI Baptist Temple. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Greater RI Baptist Temple