"So Sorry to hear of your Moms Passing Dan...Sorry i missed her funerall Did not know about this till later...Remember your Mom from way back.. We go way back to our Rollar Skating days at Reggie\'s Rollar rink..Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers..She was such a Nice person always full of Laughter..God Bless... "
In loving memory of
Marilyn J. Volkman
August 27, 1935 - June 15, 2020
Marilyn (Wamhoff) Volkman, 84 of Kasson and formerly of Lewiston, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Mary's Campus after a brief illness.
She was born August 27, 1935 in Winona to William and Vera (Markwardt) Wamhoff. Marilyn graduated from Winona High and began working at Watkins until she met and married the love of her life, Donald, on July 30, 1960. They moved to the "Arches," outside of Lewiston in 1970 to raise their four children. They moved to Kasson, MN in 2017 to live with Lori, Glen and Noah Thesing. Marilyn worked at Camera Art for 20 years before retiring in 1999.
She loved to read, enjoyed Bingo, going to the casino, bowling, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Marilyn had a strong faith and was a member of St. Martin's Lutheran Church in Winona.
She is survived by her husband of almost 60 years, Donald; four children, Robert (Judy) of Beaver Dam, WI, Tammie (Gary Rossin) Volkman of Dover, MN, Lori (Glen) Thesing of Kasson, MN and Dan (Betsy Beech) of Altura, MN; two grandchildren, Cole Volkman Hall and Noah Thesing; one step-granddaughter, Haley (Leon) Evans of Beaver Dam, WI; two sisters-in-law, Pat Barnum of Pine River, MN and Margaret Wamhoff of Upper Michigan; and mother-in-law, Florence Ronnenberg of Pine River, MN.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Elaine (Clarence) Block; brother, Gene Wamhoff and step-granddaughter, Megan Creed.
Funeral Service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, June 20, 2020 at St. Martin's Lutheran Church in Winona with the Reverend Richard A. Moore officiating. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Minnesota City.
Hoff Celebration of Life Center is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share a memory of Marilyn and sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com.
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"Don, Bobby, Tammy, Lori, and Danny, your mom was one of a kind! I have many fond memories of her when you all lived by the arches. She was a wonderful lady and my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Sorry I couldn\'t be there but sending hugs your way. Keep her memory alive in all you do, God bless! Joanie (Koetz)"
"So sorry for your loss. Al & Pat Kreidermacher"
"Don, Bob, Tammie, Lori, Dan my prayers go out to each of you. We were neighbors many years, I remember the good times we had with the arches get togethers, You have a wonderful family who will miss your loving smile and laugh. I won\'t be able to attend today, but your in my thoughts and prayers.. Gloria Fort"
"So sorry to hear of Marilyn?s passing. I knew her from work ...... always a smile & a story!!! A wonderful lady!! RIP My thoughts & prayers are with her family."
"Sending a virtual hug to all of you! I\'m so sorry we can\'t visit in person during this time. I have many memories of Marilyn and Don as our neighbors while in Stockton Valley; visiting when new babies arrived and later babysitting when Don & Marilyn needed a night out. I will always remember how Marilyn\'s face would light up with a warm smile whenever we met. She overflowed with good stories and conversation. I know that Don will miss having her by his side everyday. My heart aches for your loss."
"Marilyn was a very special lady. She holds a special place in my heart. I have many memories of Marilyn especially when Chad and Carey were little. She treated them like her own grandchildren. I will forever be grateful for that. Sending lots of hugs to the family. Our Deepest Sympathy. Love, Kristi and family"
"The Lord has received a very special And Loving Lady In Mary. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mark and Joannie "
"We have so many great memories of the years your family spent living next door to us on the farm during the 1960\'s. Marilyn was so friendly and outgoing, a real joy to visit with. The friendship of your family for so many years has been very special to us. Marilyn will be greatly missed by many. Our deepest sympathy, Dawn and Ian Webster"
"So sorry for your loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers to all of you. Marilyn always had a smile and always made me feel welcome. She was a special person."
"So sorry to hear about Marilyn. She was a great friend and we had a lot of great conversation over the years. Miss her "
"I?m sorry so to hear about Marilyn. We worked at Camera Art together and she such a pleasure to be around. Always had a laugh or chuckle. I so enjoyed her friendship. A genuine friend. Con condolences to you all. Joan "
"So sorry to hear of your loss of Marilyn. Always enjoyed our little chats whenever our paths crossed. She was a sweet person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "
"Always enjoyed Marilyn\'s hugs and wit. She will be missed. God Bless. Our thoughts and prayers with the entire family."
"Sending my thoughts and prayers to all of you. Marilyn was a wonderful woman and friend. We worked together and shared some good memories and laughs. God Bless Marilyn and all of you. Kathy Duane"
"Thoughts and prayers to all of you. I have so many memories of working with Marilyn. She was \"one of a kind\"! "
"My sympathy to all of Marilyn\'s family. i will always remember bingo with her. She was so fun to hang around and chat with, very special lady for sure. Hold the memories close, she will be missed."
"Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers- So very sorry for your loss. Marcia & Charlie Mahlman"
"She was such a great lady. One of a kind for sure. It?s been a long,tough road for all of you but you cared for her as she lovingly cared for all of you. We are thinking of all of you. Brynn and Tyler "
"The Hoffman family extends our sympathy to all of Marilyn\'s family. God bless all."
"So sorry to hear of your Mom?s passing. Keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers."
"So sorry to hear of your mother?s passing. Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers???? ((Hugs))"
"So sorry to hear this. Many good memories of your Mom. She always was upbeat and lifted your spirits. Thinking of your family at this difficult time. May she RIP. Gary and Marlys Mills"
"Godspeed Marilyn."
"Deepest sympathy to Lori and Glen and family. She was very lucky to have you there to care for her! May she Rest In Peace. Mary Ann and Jim Barton"
"Sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. "
"I am so sorry for you loss. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family"
"So sorry for your loss of someone so very special-praying you feel God\'s peace through this difficult time and the days ahead-hugs to all ??"
"Sorry for your loss "
"I\'m so very sorry to hear this! Sending a prayer to Jesus tonight for your whole family. "
"We are thinking of you all! Sending our hugs and prayers!"
"So sorry for your loss, my Heartfelt Sympathies to you all. "
"Sending you all hugs and prayers. Sorry for your loss. "
"Love you Marilyn. Hugs to all of you. So sorry for your loss."
"I\'m so sorry for your loss! Hugs!! To your whole family!!"
"Marilyn and Don were a vital part of the Arches community and left your mark. Stev and I share your loss."
"We have been friends for many many years. Have a lot of good memories. Especially the burnt chicken. You will be missed my friend! RIP Mary"