Marilyn “Taigia” Chamberlin

Ms. Marilyn (Taigia) Chamberlin died on January 8, 2015 at the age of 85.
She received a BS degree from Panzer College in 1951 and MA degree from Columbia University in 1955.
Professor Chamberlin taught Physical Education & Health at Montclair State University from 1965 until her retirement in 1987.
In 1987 she was inducted into the Panzer College Hall of Fame and in 1992 she was inducted into the Montclair State University Athletic Hall of Fame as the First Softball Coach at Montclair State, serving 17 seasons. Her teams qualified for the postseason 9 times.
Upon retirement in 1987 she lived in Waretown and Toms River, NJ.
Five years ago she returned to Montclair residing in Bellaire House.
She is survived by her nephew, Neil Chamberlin and niece, Pam Bailey, a grandnephew, Bradley Chamberlin and grandniece, Julia Chamberlin.
She was predeceased by her longtime friend Anita Uhia.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to the Montclair State University Foundation, Memo: Becker- Keenen- Moore- Uhia- Waller Scholarship Fund,
1 Normal Avenue, Montclair NJ 07043 would be appreciated.