Marilyn D. Scher (Footer), passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Aug. 31 — at the age of 99. She was preceded in death by her parents, Katherine and Maurice Footer; and the love of her life of 63 years, Sidney Scher; also, son-in-law Craig Rabiner. She is survived by her daughter, Andrea Scher Rabiner of Dayton; sons, Mark Scher of Cincinnati, Gary (Jodie) Scher of Dayton; brothers, Delbert Footer of Dayton, Larry (Hope) Footer of Estero, Fla.; numerous nieces and nephews and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be missed by many. She adored her family. Family was the most important thing to her. Donations may be made to Hospice of Dayton, Jewish Cemeteries of Greater Dayton (through the Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton or Beth Jacob Congregation), or the charity of your choice.

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