It is with sorrow and gratitude that we mark the passing of Marlene Newcomb, 65, — sorrow at the loss, gratitude for the life.
What remains is memory — and the gratitude of those she loved.
The story begins in 1953, with the arrival of a life that would be cherished by many.
What we carry forward is the light others gave us.
Marlene Newcomb, 65 of Marion, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2019 at her home. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, February 22, 2019 at Hofmeister-Jones Funeral Home in Parker. Visitation will start one hour prior to the service. Marlene Lou Newcomb was born on May 8, 1953 to Myron and Lois (Ginapp) Olson. She leaves behind her son John Campbell, Marion, and daughter Melissa Rae Johnson, Honey Creek, IA; grandchildren Graham and Elliot Johnson; brothers Earl, David, and Greg Olson; sister JoAnn Leonhardt; and special friend Brenda Schneider.
