Marlene Frances Hopke

Marlene F. Hopke, 79, of Stevensville, MI passed away Monday, October 7, 2019 at Hanson Hospice in Stevensville. Marlene was born on August 4, 1940 in Fairbault, Minnesota to Lester & Ann (Dwyer) Mahoney. She graduated from Fairbault High School Class of 1958. In 1965 she wed Paul Hopke in Fairbault, MN. The two of them then moved to Texas where she started her training to become a Radiological Technician. Upon moving to Southwest Michigan, Marlene completed and received her associate’s degree from Lake Michigan College. She went on to work as an x-ray technician from Lakeland for 20 years before retiring. In her spare time she enjoyed traveling across the United States with her husband and spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. Marlene is survived by her loving husband of 54 years Paul, sons, Todd Hopke of Stevensville and Tim (Mindy) Hopke of Zeeland, MI; grandchildren Ellie & Zachary Hopke; sisters, Marian Mahoney and Marie Eide both of Minneapolis and brother Stanley Mahoney of Burlington, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Ralph Mahoney. Per Marlene’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private family memorial will be held. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services 269-556-9450. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence for the family may do so online at www.starks-menchinger.com.