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In memory of
Lillian "Vonnie" Lavonna Hocker
November 28, 1949 - February 12, 2026
Nov 28, 1949 - Feb 12, 2026
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Obituary
Lillian “Vonnie” Lavonna Hocker
November 28, 1949 — February 12, 2026
Brighton, Colorado
Lillian “Vonnie” Lavonna Hocker passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life shaped by resilience, warmth, and a deep love for music and animals. She was born on Colorado’s Western Slope where she spent most of her childhood before moving to Denver. Though she moved, the Western Slope always called to her.
Vonnie had a lifelong love of music. She was known for …
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We are so grateful for the love and support everyone has shown for Mom. After much consideration, we will not be holding a public memorial service. A small private graveside service will be held for immediate family only.
We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to remember her in your own way.
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Memories & condolences
I’m so sorry for the passing of your mother whom I remember from high school. I took note from Vonnie’s remembrance tha…
I’m so sorry for the passing of your mother whom I remember from high school. I took note from Vonn…
I’m so sorry for the passing of your mother whom I remember from…
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What were Vonnie's favorite games to play?
She loved playing card games either with people or online. Our entire life, she was…
She loved playing card games either with people or online. Our entire life, she was an avid f…
She loved playing card games either with people or online. Our entire life, she was an avid fan of yahtzee.
What were Vonnie's favorite vacation spots?
For Vonnie's 70th birthday, her daughters took her on a Caribbean cruise where she g…
For Vonnie's 70th birthday, her daughters took her on a Caribbean cruise where she got to hold…
For Vonnie's 70th birthday, her daughters took her on a Caribbean cruise where she got to hold monkeys and drink rum. …
What were Vonnie's favorite songs or musical artists?
Vonnie loved any kind of Rock or Rap. She still listened to music of the 50's and 60…
Vonnie loved any kind of Rock or Rap. She still listened to music of the 50's and 60's but lov…
Vonnie loved any kind of Rock or Rap. She still listened to music of the 50's and 60's but loved modern artists as well…
What was Vonnie's favorite color?
She loved purple, but she also liked bright pink and bright turquoise blue. It's al…
She loved purple, but she also liked bright pink and bright turquoise blue. It's almost as th…
She loved purple, but she also liked bright pink and bright turquoise blue. It's almost as though she preferred colors…
Timeline
Born
November 28th, 1949
Passed away
February 12th, 2026
Brighton, CO
Survived by
Shasta Smith
Daughter
Shelly Mrochek
Daughter
Kevin Ott
Grandson
Levi Kauffman
Grandson
Lexi Kauffman
Granddaughter
Roy Hocker
Brother
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