Marilyn Corbett

Marilyn Helen (Mercier) Corbett, a creative and talented seamstress, and a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on January 27, 2024. Born on September 18, 1943, in Attleboro, MA, Marilyn lived a fulfilling life filled with love for her family, passion for her craft, and a generous spirit that touched all who knew her. As the owner and operator of "Marilyn's Creations" in North Attleboro, Marilyn sewed her heart, talent and creativity into designing prom gowns, wedding gowns, children’s clothing, original dolls, and many beautiful crafts. Her work was not just her livelihood, but a testament to her artistic spirit and love for her community.

Marilyn is survived by her children, Lisa Tacelli and her husband David of Mashpee, Shauna Senechal and her husband Edward of North Attleboro, Christopher Burns and his wife Tracey of Attleboro, Richelle Delfino and her husband Ronald of Attleboro and Jennifer Cerrone and her fiancé Alan Booth both of Wrentham; her 10 grandchildren, Justin Burns, Kyle Senechal, Phylicia Deighan, Amanda Joubert-Pires, Brandon Burns, Kory Senechal, Kaitlyn Delfino, Tyler Cerrone, Jonathan Delfino and Hannah Delfino; her great-grandchildren, Zoe Deighan, Hendrix Deighan, Savanna Senechal and Arianna Senechal. She also leaves behind her siblings, Gloria Gaudreau and David Mercier. Marilyn was loved and cherished by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Douglas Corbett, her parents Ovida and Janet Mercier, and her brother, Roger Mercier. Marilyn's loss will be deeply felt by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 pm on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at the Duffy-Poule Funeral and Cremation Services, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, February 2, 2024, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 133 North Main Street, Attleboro, MA. Burial will be held privately at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Marilyn's name can be made to Hope Hospice, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904 or to the Leukemia Foundation.

We invite those who knew Marilyn to share their memories, stories, and photos on her memorial page. Your contributions will help keep her spirit alive in our hearts and minds. We thank you for your love and support during this time. Visit www.duffy-poule.com