Rickie Lynn Hokanson of Hermiston passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Dec. 21, 2020 at the age of 76.
She was born on May 16, 1944 in Moscow, Idaho to Doyle and Velda Hammond Lawrence.
Rickie lived in Deary, Idaho throughout her childhood, where she attended school and graduated from high school. She married her high school sweet heart, Oscar “Allen” Hokanson in Moscow, Idaho on June 15, 1962. The couple lived in several areas during the first 10 years of marriage. They settled in Hermiston in 1973, where she had resided since.
Rickie enjoyed crocheting, getting her nails done and going to holiday bazaars, was a member of an emblem club and the Golden Rovers RV Club, but most of all enjoyed spending time with her family and loved ones. She was a volunteer at the West Park Elementary School for 14 years. She was a very special lady who could keep the mood light in any room.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Allen; daughter, LaDawn Treadway; son, Doyle Hokanson; grandchildren, Kira and Whitney Hokanson; great grandson, Jonathon Rome; sister, Sharon Clemenhagen; and many loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, Mickey Kansteiner; brother, Mickey; and a granddaughter, Tiffany.
No public services are planned at this time due to COVID-19.
To leave an online condolence for the family, please go to burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
