Marjorie Gookin

February 27, 2014

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Marjorie Gookin passed away peacefully Thursday, February 27, 2014 surrounded by her family at the age of 91. Marge is preceded in death by her husband, Fritz; parents, Belle and Delbert Hoskins; brothers, George and Howard; and son, Keith. She is survived by her brother, Paul (Mary) Hoskins; sister, Louise Reed; her devoted daughter-in-law, Sandy Gookin; grandchildren, Fritz (Beth) Gookin, Marty (Diana) Gookin, and Mandi (Chuck) Leaf; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Marge was born and raised in Earlham, Iowa. She had a fun and lively spirit, always looking for mischief and adventure. She was active at the Park Fair Senior Center. Marge and Fritz were involved in round dancing. She always had jokes, chocolate, and her beautiful laugh ready to share with everyone she encountered.

Marge is donating her body to Des Moines University. She requested no funeral and a small family remembrance will be planned for a future date.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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