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Yvonne Hoke Obituary

Hoke, Yvonne R.

Yvonne Rose Hoke, also known as Grandma "Hokey Pokey," passed away on November 30th surrounded by family. Yvonne grew up in her home country of Scotland before immigrating to the United States in 1953. The matriarch of her family, Yvonne was an avid reader who enjoyed family vacations to the beach, hitting the one-arm bandits at the casino, fashion, and supporting her family in all that they did. Yvonne is survived by her daughters and their spouses, Diane and Jack Rice, Toni and Andy Clarkson, her grandchildren, Heather (Jay), Ken (Alisa), Jack (Lucy), Lily, Nick (Kaitlyn). And her great-grandchildren, James, Jack, John Keighley and Poppy Clarkson. She is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Hoke and daughter, Jaqueline Bieser. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. To share a memory of Yvonne or leave her family a special message, please visit www.newcomerdayton.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Dec. 15, 2024.

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