Obituary of Marion Hooton

Marion P. Hooton "Pearl" (nee Van Krimpen) Age 87, of Morris and formerly of Shorewood, peacefully went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Born Marion Pearl Van Krimpen in Lansing, IL on April 12, 1927. Member of Messiah Lutheran Church. Formerly employed by the U.S. Department of the Navy, in Washington, D.C. and Chicago, IL. Pearl was a woman of faith, who spent many hours praying for the needs of others and studying God's Word. She was also known for her quirky sense of humor much to the delight of those who knew her. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ralph (1978); one brother, Fred Van Krimpen and brother-in-law, Fredrick Starks. Survived by two daughters, Stacy (Patrick) See of Morris and Ann (August) Schulke of Aurora; five grandchildren, Autumn and Alyssa See; Leslie, Haley and August Schulke; one sister, Anna Starks; and one niece and nephew. Marion P. Hooton will Lie in State on Saturday, May 24, 2014 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 40 Houbolt Rd., Joliet from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor David Nygard officiating. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorials in her name to Messiah Lutheran Church would be appreciated. Arrangements by: Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 815-741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com