Olof H Hokanson Obituary (1931 - 2012)

Olof H. Hokanson CORINNE - Olof H. Hokanson, 80, passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at Country Lane Assisted Living. He was born March 30, 1931 in Grover, Wyoming, a son of Julyous Arthur and Florence Hepworth Hokanson. Olof served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He served in the LDS Northern California Mission. On March 30, 1956 he married Marie Burton for time and all eternity in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. Together they were blessed with eight children, two daughters and six sons. Olof was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served faithfully in many callings including Bishop, Stake High Councilman, Elders Quorum President, Ward Clerk, and Sunday School Teacher. Olof and Marie served in the Ogden Temple and also served in the Iowa Des Moines Mission together. He worked as a dairyman most of his life. Olof served as a custodian for the High School and Corinne Elementary for many years. He enjoyed gardening with his wife and loved BYU sports. Olof is survived by his children: Jan (Darrell) Ross, Tremonton; Lynn B. (Shelly) Hokanson, Westerville, NE; Neil B. (Holly) Hokanson, Spring, TX; Lee Burton (Trisha) Hokanson, Hyrum; Gaye (Brent) Michelson, South Weber; Chris B. (Joanne) Hokanson, Ogden; Wayne B. (Leisa) Hokanson, Bowling Green, OH; 40 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and five on the way. Also, surviving are two sisters: Jessie Gardner and Lydia Davel one brother Steve Hokanson. He was greeted by his wife, Marie, son Von Olof Hokanson, parents, granddaughter, and three siblings. Olof was never afraid to share his testimony of Jesus Christ. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 12, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Corinne 1st Ward Chapel, 2325 N. 4000 W., Corinne, UT. Friends may call on Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 S. 100 E., Brigham City, UT and on Monday from 10:00 to 10:40 a.m. at the Church. Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery with Military Honors accorded. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Brigham City 205 South 100 East Brigham City, UT 84302 March 11, 2012 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ServiceCorinne 1st Ward 2355 N. 4000 W. Corinne, UT March 12, 2012 11:00 AM CemeteryBrigham City Cemetery 325 South 3rd East Brigham City, UT 84302 March 12, 2012