Marianne Helen Sallee, age 75 of New Carlisle, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at UVMC in Troy. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on January 14, 1951, the daughter of William Thomas & Germaine Margaret (Bianco) Lockwood. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, crocheting, jewelry making, singing, listening to music and loving her animals.

She is survived by her daughter Michalle (Justin) Mann; granddaughter Jessica Sallee and Audri (Raphael Zanatta-Ennes) Zanatta; grandson Alexander (Kali) Moronez; three great grandsons; one great granddaughter; brother Larry (Debbie) Lockwood; sister Maureen McKinney; and three nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her granddaughter Kathrine Sanchez.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Per her wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no services. Services have been entrusted to the Zerkle Funeral Home, Tipp City. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.zerklefh.com.