Marilyn L. Hagen, age 90, of East Grand Forks, MN passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020 at her home.

Marilyn Lorraine Hagen was born on September 6, 1930 in Fargo, ND.  She was the daughter of James H. and Thelma (Larsen) Pender.  Marilyn graduated from Central High School in Grand Forks, ND.  On November 14, 1948 she was united in marriage to Vernon G. Hagen in East Grand Forks, MN.  Marilyn was an avid horse enthusiast and owned Hagen's Arena in rural East Grand Forks.  She was known for teaching many students of all ages to ride horses.  She was a Registered Horse Judge and named Horse Woman of the Year from the Red River Valley Winter Shows in 1972.   Marilyn served on the board and was a member of the Red River Valley Winter Shows in Crookston, MN.   She was also active in many organizations and a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church since 1963.

Marilyn enjoyed spending winters in Mesa, Arizona and summers at Maple Lake.  She cherished her lifetime friendships.  Her other interests included annual fishing trips at Lake of the Woods, attending her kids and grandchildren's events, sprint car races, and UND Hockey.  She bravely fought and beat many health issues over the years with dignity.  Giving up was never an option which speaks to the person she was.  She will be truly missed.

Family members who survive Marilyn include her children; Gloria (Gary) Bridgeford of Grand Forks, ND, Cynthia Hagen of Mesa, AZ, Mark Hagen of East Grand Forks, MN and Melanie (Todd) Mack of East Grand Forks, MN. 6 grandchildren; Julie Mecham, John (Cheryl) Mecham, DelaRae Hammergren, Michael Hagen, Casey (Alicia) Mack and Cale Mack; 3 great-grandchildren, Brenner Nelson, Wesley Bridgeford and Brooke Mecham; brother, James H. Pender Jr. of Grand Forks, ND and special friend; Bob Useldinger.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Vernon Hagen on May 23, 1997; sister, Rosalie Garvin; son-in-law, Gordy Hangsleben and a grandson, Cory Mack.

Funeral Service : 11:00 AM on Friday, November 27, 2020 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, MN