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Marilyn Hoeper Obituary
Marilyn Ann (Gonion) Hoeper, age 89 of Neenah, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2016. She was born January 21, 1927 in Neenah, daughter of the late Raymond and Gladys Gonion. She graduated from St. Mary's High School in Menasha in 1945 and worked at Banta. On June 28, 1952, she married John E. Hoeper, who preceded her in death.
Marilyn loved visiting the cottage up North, taking car rides, and crocheting. She also enjoyed chocolate.
Marilyn is survived by her five children: Daniel (Laura) Hoeper; Mark (special friend Diane Schmieder) Hoeper; Robert (Sharon) Hoeper; Mary (Chris) Trudell; and Mike (Brenda) Hoeper; 14 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by her sisters: Barbara Otto and Ruth Bunda; and her brothers: William (Paula) Gonion and James Gonion. She was preceded in death by her son, Steven; and her in-laws: Jean and LaVonne Parker; and Richard and Joan Hoeper.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 900 Geiger St., Neenah; Fr. Larry Seidl officiating. Visitation will be held at church from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of service.
Marilyn's family would like to extend a warm thank you to their Aunt Barbara for taking such good care of their mom. Also, thank you to Dr. Yao and his staff at Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology; as well as Mary and staff from Theda Care at Home Hospice.
Westgor Funeral Home
205 W. Doty Ave.
Neenah 722-7151
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Jean Young
April 29, 2025
Memories are beyond, always a history of Marilyn her siblings from Oconto Love to all of you
Joan [Garrow] Tidwell
January 3, 2017
It's been 8 months since Marilyn passed away, wish I had known. Marilyn was my godmother. We kept in touch with Christmas cards, but hadn't seen each other in years. We talked a couple years ago and had a nice visit. She was such a lovely person and she'll be missed.
Jeannie Young
May 9, 2016
To the family of Marilyn and all of her Siblings, sending all of you my sincere thoughts, and prayers, always enjoyed the Gonion family in Oconto, the home town of Aunt Glady , with laughter, fun, bringing back so many memories, never a dull moment, know that Marilyn has taken the hands of the angels, and God is waiting for her, she will have that little smile,( maybe a little giggle,) but she is home, peacefully watching over us. Love to all of you Jeannie Young Oconto
May 9, 2016
The community of St. Mary Catholic High School sends its thoughts and prayers to the Hoeper family on the loss of Marilyn, a member of the class of 1945. May she rest in peace.
Sue Simonsen
Alumni Office
Janet Mulvey
May 6, 2016
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing.we knew your parents forever. They were great people. So sorry to all you children Janet & Larry Mulvey
Janet Mulvey
May 6, 2016
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing our family knew your parents forever , wonder ful people . Your whole family .Janet & Larry Mulvey & family .
Kassie Sheprow (Asen)
May 6, 2016
Sorry to hear of your moms passing Mike, I remember meeting her a million years ago.. I lost my my almost a year ago, so I know how hard this is, may she RIP
Dan and Peggy Johnson
May 6, 2016
Our Prayers are with the Family, We all have another Angel to watch over us,
May 6, 2016
I will always remember her warm smile and the opportunities that I had to visit with her during Friday breakfasts when I was in town. Thanks for touching my life, and many others. Kathy Kleman Mason, Marshalltown, IA
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