Marian Elizabeth Solem

July 28, 1931 - August 14, 2020

Marian Elizabeth Solem (Werdehoff), 89 of Traverse City (formerly Birmingham) passed away Aug. 14, 2020. Marian was born in Lake Orion, July 28, 1931, daughter to Albert and Mabel Werdehoff. She was the youngest of eight children. She attended and graduated from Central High School in Detroit. In 1951 she married Donald Solem, they went on to have two children, Diane and David. Marian and Donald raised their family in Birmingham. Marian worked as a library technician at the Baldwin Public Library of Birmingham. Following retirement, she moved to Traverse City. Marian was a gifted knitter and quilter. She was active in numerous clubs and organizations in the Traverse City Area such as the Daughters of the American Revolution Job Winslow Chapter, Frances Finch ASUVCW #9 and the Methodist Women-Elisabeth Circle. Marian leaves behind her beloved children Diane and David Solem, and her little white dog named Teddy. A private family service was held. There may be future plans for a public service. Marian will be laid to rest in Traverse City’s Oakwood Cemetery. Those wishing to make donations in Marian’s honor may do so to the Cherryland Humane Society. You may visit Marian’s tribute page at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com