Marilyn (Basel) Hokenson

Marilyn (Basel) Hokenson, 77, Two Rivers, entered eternal life on Sunday, August 6, 2017, in Green Bay with her four children at her side several days following a sudden heart attack.

Marilyn was born on June 12, 1940, in Manitowoc, WI. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (Budysz) Basel and was raised at the family farm in Whitelaw. Marilyn graduated at the top of her class from Reedsville High School in 1958. She married the love of her life, Earl G. Hokenson, on February 27, 1960, in Manitowoc, WI. Throughout her life she worked at various jobs, but she devoted her life to her family.

Marilyn and Earl loved to travel and in 2000 they became full time recreational vehicle travelers, touring throughout the United States with a number of visits to Branson, MO and wintering in Donna, TX where they had many friends. They also went on motorcade excursions to Alaska, Mexico, and Nova Scotia. Marilyn and Earl settled down permanently in Two Rivers, WI in 2012. Marilyn worked as a crossing guard for Koenig Elementary School where she enjoyed seeing the children every day. She loved discussing politics, her daily walks, playing cards and dominos and visiting with her family and friends.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband Earl, who passed away on November 16, 2014, and she never stopped mourning his loss. She is survived by her children, son, Michael (Michelle) Hokenson of Fairfax Station, VA and their children, Phillip (Laura) and great grandson, Maximillian Earl; Alexander, Nathan, and Marie; daughter, Lynn (Bill) Austin of Appleton, WI and Lynn’s children, Jaime (Mike) Meinzer, and Matthew (Tina) Winarski; daughter, Julie (Alan) Burlingame of Portland, OR and their children, Ryan and Justin; and son, Andrew (Tanny) Hokenson of Reston, VA and their daughter, Alyssa.

Marilyn is also survived by her sisters, Charlotte Weber and Diane (Guido) Camponelli; a brother-in-law, Allen (Evelyn) Hokenson; a sister-in-law, Betty Jefferson; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and parents-in-law, Lawrence and Frieda Hokenson, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sharon (Orville) Becker; brothers-in-law, Ronald Weber, Clyde Jefferson, and Carl (Jean) Hokenson; and sister-in-law, Ethel Hokenson.

Visitation at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Marshall site, 1114 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, Saturday, August 12 from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m Saturday at the church with Rev. Mark Mleziva officiating. Burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Two Rivers Ecumenical Pantry or to your favorite charity in Marilyn’s name.

The family would like to thank the friends and neighbors who provided so much care and assistance following Earl’s passing as well as the doctors and nurses at Aurora Hospital. They each provided care and comfort at a difficult time and ensured dignity throughout this challenging time.