Marilyn K. (Osner) Chance

Marilyn K. (Osner) Chance, affectionately known as “MO,” passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 82. Born on February 4, 1943, in Kingman, Kansas, she brought joy and warmth to her family and all who knew her.

Visitation will be 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Downing & Lahey West Mortuary. Rosary will be 9:30 am, Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am, both on Monday, October 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Services will be live streamed and available for viewing by clicking on the link below.

A memorial has been established with American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 171335, Kansas City, Kansas 66117.

Marilyn had a fulfilling career with OSHA, where she worked diligently from 1980 until her retirement in 2007. Her dedication and commitment were evident throughout her years of service.

A graduate of Kingman High School in 1961, Marilyn later attended Kansas Newman College, continuing her pursuit of knowledge and personal growth.

Marilyn found immense joy in her many interests. She was an avid gardener, nurturing her plants with the same love and care she extended to those around her. She cherished her travels with the Corvette Club, always eager for adventure and the open road. Time spent with her family, her beloved dog Halle, and enjoying a glass of Chardonnay at Olive Garden were among her favorite pastimes.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Omer “Bud” and Margaret Osner, and her sister, Rita; brothers-in-law, Jerry Kallaus, Tom Strohl and Doug Hardie.

Marilyn leaves behind a loving family, including her devoted husband, Craig Chance; daughter, Kellye (Joe) Coppel; son, Chris (Shonna) Neifert; stepdaughter, Tiffani (Scott) Patterson; grandchildren, Courtney (Mitchell) Mathis, Alli (Lauren) Coppel, Jake (Rachel) Coppel, Briawna (Devin) Akins, Zander Neifert, Tiara (Addison) Diaz and Shelby Patterson. She also leaves her great-grandchildren, Lydia, Piper, Elliott, Ridge, Brecken, Lorelei and Sawyer.

Her siblings Anne Kallaus, Pat (Doug) Paul, Theresa (Harold) Stark, Laura (Rick) Franzen, Martha (Ron) Albers, Janet Hardie, Carol (Bob) Heimerman, Francie (Phil) Wendling, and Mike (Leann) Osner will deeply miss her presence. Marilyn also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who cherished their time with her.

Marilyn’s life was a testament to love, kindness, and resilience. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, whose lives she touched with her gentle spirit and unwavering love.

As we bid farewell to Marilyn, let us raise a glass of Chardonnay in her honor and perhaps plant a flower or two in our gardens. After all, she taught us that life is too short not to enjoy the sweet things.