MARILYN T. “LYNN” (NOYES) EBRECHT

MARILYN T. (NOYES) EBRECHT – of Woburn, died peacefully, September 9th, 2026, at the age of 80. Beloved wife of John J. “Jack” Ebrecht, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. Devoted mother of Kim Nugent, her husband Joseph, of Boxford and Michelle Ebrecht, her longtime partner Christopher Traer, of Woburn. Loving grandmother of Marisol Nugent of Chicago, IL, Trevor Nugent of Madison, WI, Caridad Nugent of New York City, Colin Nugent of Chapel Hill, NC, and Daniella Inez of Ames, IA. Dear sister of Carol Ann Templeton of Apollo Beach, FL, and the late Helen Schilz. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to calling hours in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Friday, September 18th, from 4–7 p.m. Her Funeral Mass will take place Saturday, September 19th, at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony Church, Woburn. Burial to follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Marilyn’s memory to the Friends of St. Anthony.

For those who choose to donate to the Friends of Saint Anthony (aka FOSA) in lieu of flowers, please make your checks payable to “St. Anthony Parish”. On the memo line please print “FOSA Donation Lynn”. You can mail it to Collaborate Business Office, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, MA 01801. You may also place it in the plate provided for spirituals at the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home. Please ensure there is a return address on the envelope or check so we may thank you for the donation.

MARILYN T. “LYNN” (NOYES) EBRECHT, of Woburn, passed away peacefully on September 9th, 2026, at the age of 80, leaving behind a beautiful life defined by family, friendship, faith, and a genuine desire to help others.

Born and raised in Somerville, Marilyn attended Matignon High School and later studied accounting at Burdett College. She went on to work as a bookkeeper, first for the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory and then other firms as the children grew. It was a career of which she was proud and enjoyed for many years.

On August 10th, 1968, Marilyn married the love of her life, John J. Ebrecht. Together, they settled in Woburn and spent the next 58 years side by side, building a home and raising their two daughters, Kim and Michelle. Their marriage was the foundation of a life filled with family, familiar traditions, and countless memories made together.

Family was always at the heart of Marilyn’s life. She was immensely proud of her daughters and especially delighted in becoming a grandmother. As her grandchildren grew and their lives took them to different parts of the country, Marilyn remained interested in everything they were doing and treasured every opportunity to have her family together. The holidays were particularly special to her, and she loved the traditions and laughter that came whenever everyone gathered around the table.

Marilyn had a generous heart and believed strongly in giving her time to others. She was an active member of the Friends of St. Anthony; member and past chair of the ‘Woburn Dollars for Scholars’ program; a volunteerwith PTO activities; a teacher in the parish CCD program; a master teacher in the CCD program helping new teachers adapt to the system. Lastly Marilyn was a Eucharistic minister to the home bound and bi-weekly distributed the Eucharist to them.

For her service she was nominated for and was awarded the Cheverus medal for “those who quietly and consistently make significant contributions to the life of the archdiocese”. That medal presentation was performed by Archbishop Richard Henning at the Cathedral on November 23, 2025.

She was a proud Patriot fan and attended games to watch them and her daughter Michelle, a Patriots cheerleader for eight years. Whether she was helping an organization, supporting a friend, or doing something thoughtful for her family, Marilyn found great purpose in caring for others.

Friendship also meant a great deal to Marilyn. She formed relationships that lasted through the years and had a way of making people feel remembered and cared for. She was the kind of person who valued staying connected and understood that some of life’s greatest gifts are the people who travel through it with us.

Marilyn also loved capturing life’s moments through photography. Family photographs became treasures, preserving the celebrations, ordinary days, and faces she loved most. She enjoyed the simple pleasures too—good food, a slice of pizza, and especially Lindell’s chocolate cake were always welcomed.

Above all, Marilyn loved her family fiercely. She was happiest knowing those she loved were happy, safe, and together. Her absence will be felt in so many familiar places—in family photographs, around the holiday table, during celebrations, and in the everyday moments when someone instinctively thinks to call or tell her something. Yet those same moments will keep Marilyn close, because the love and traditions she created are now part of the family she leaves behind.

Marilyn is the beloved wife of John J. Ebrecht, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. Devoted mother of Kim Nugent, her husband Joseph of Boxford, and Michelle Ebrecht, her longtime partner Christopher Traer of Woburn. Loving grandmother of Marisol Nugent of Chicago, IL, Trevor Nugent of Madison, WI, Caridad Nugent of New York City, Colin Nugent of Chapel Hill, NC, and Daniella Inez of Ames, IA. Dear sister of Carol Ann Templeton of Apollo Beach, FL, and the late Helen Schilz. Marilyn is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and dear friends.

Her Funeral Mass will take place Saturday, September 19th, at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony Church, Woburn. Burial to follow in Woodbrook cemetery,Woburn. Calling hours will be held in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Friday, September 18th, from 4–7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Marilyn’s memory to the Friends of St. Anthony.

For those who choose to donate to the Friends of Saint Anthony (aka FOSA) in lieu of flowers, please make your checks payable to “St. Anthony Parish”. On the memo line please print “FOSA Donation Lynn”. You can mail it to Collaborate Business Office, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, MA 01801. You may also place it in the plate provided for spirituals at the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home. Please ensure there is a return address on the envelope or check so we may thank you for the donation.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to calling hours in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Friday, September 18th, from 4–7 p.m. Her Funeral Mass will take place Saturday, September 19th, at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony Church, Woburn. Burial to follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Marilyn’s memory to the Friends of St. Anthony.

For those who choose to donate to the Friends of Saint Anthony (aka FOSA) in lieu of flowers, please make your checks payable to “St. Anthony Parish”. On the memo line please print “FOSA Donation Lynn”. You can mail it to Collaborate Business Office, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, MA 01801. You may also place it in the plate provided for spirituals at the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home. Please ensure there is a return address on the envelope or check so we may thank you for the donation.