Obituary of Marilyn B. Argersinger
Marilyn (Lyn) B. Argersinger, 92, passed away peacefully at Westview Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center in Dayville, CT where she had been a resident for several years. Lyn was the daughter of John Russell Barlow and Florence (Marsh) Barlow of Lawrence MA and West Hartford CT. Lyn resided in West Hartford for most of her life. She was a devoted member of First Church of West Hartford. She is predeceased by her husband John (Jack) Argersinger, She is survived by her daughter Marsha Sokoloski and her spouse Steve Sokoloski of Eastford, CT, and her son, the Reverend Kevin D. Bean and his wife Megan Bean of Hyde Park, NY. Lyn also is survived by five grandchildren, their spouses, and four great grandchildren, on the Bean/Sokoloski side of the family and survived by her four brothers Jack, Robert, Donald and Jamie Barlow. Her marriage to Jack gifted her with a large extended family of Argersingers, including Jack’s sons John and Frank, daughter Jean Bitely and a cadre of Argersinger step-grandchildren and great grandchildren.
As a young woman, Lyn studied languages at Wheaton and Middlebury Colleges and became fluent in French, German, Spanish and Russian She travelled extensively before returning to West Hartford to raise her family. She worked for many years as an underwriter for the Connecticut General Insurance Company. She was frequently called upon by CG as a translator and host for visiting foreign dignitaries. In addition to being a devoted church member Lyn was a member of many local organizations. She was a Girl Scout leader for many years, sharing her love of the out-of-doors with her scouts.
By far Lyn’s most joyful time of life was her marriage to Jack. Together they split time between their West Hartford home and the Argersinger family camp in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. Summers at the lake with family dropping by to visit were very special to Lyn and Jack as they enjoyed their later years together.
The family will gather for a private memorial service to honor Lyn’s life. Memorial contributions can sent to the First Church of West Hartford, 12 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT 06107. Share a memory at www.smithandwalkerfh.com
