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Marilyn was the beloved wife of the late Henry W. Hockey, Sr., with whom she shared 56 wonderful years of marriage. Marilyn spent her life as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and was affectionately known by her family and friends for her warm social nature, and a smile that would light up every room spreading joy wherever she went. Above all she enjoyed her children and grandchildren immensely, cherishing every moment with them
Survived by her children, Marilyn K. Hockey, and Henry 'Hank' W. Hockey, Jr; grandchildren, Brianna Yeargin, Madeline Hockey, and Emma Hockey; brother, Vernon J. (Terri) Richards, Jr.; sister-in-law, Darlene Speelman; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents; sister, Jackie (John) Blank; brother, Hugh (Delores) Richards, and brother-in-law Cleason 'Sam' Hockey.
A Celebration of Life luncheon for all friends and family will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Lake Barrington Woods, 22320 Classic Court, Lake Barrington, IL.
Memorials to JourneyCare Hospice, 405 N. Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010 or on-line at https://journeycare.org would be greatly appreciated by her family.
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LaVerne Yeargin Shade
May 26, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My memories of Marilyn and the entire Hockey family only bring me joy! You will get through this through your faith and by leaning on each other.
With Love,
LaVerne Yeargin Shade
Marilyn & Don Leir
May 10, 2025
Remembering is all that we can do now and I remember all the good times we had in high school. Also, all the times I spent with her beautiful family, Jackie, Hugh,"Little Vernon" and her parents. May God Bless all of her immediate family. My Condolences to all of you. Pinky, I will be seeing you again one day. Love Marilyn & Don
Kathy Ragan
May 10, 2025
Marilyn was one of the first people I met when we moved my mother into LBW. She was so kind to my mother who didn't initially want to be there. She always had a smile on her face and when I temporarily lived there because of surgery, we had breakfast together every morning. The more I got to know her the more I liked her! She never had a bad day and if she did she never complained! Bingo became her life and she played it as much as she could! Marilyn I hope you're playing bingo with all your friends in heaven! I will always treasure our time together and I will miss you terribly My deepest condolences to the family and friends! You were loved by all
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Elaine and Bill Carnie
May 9, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Marilyn Hockey. She was our dear friend of 40 years and will be greatly missed! May she rest in peace.. Elaine and Bill
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