Marilyn Margaret Kocha

Obituary Marilyn M. Kocha Marilyn M. Kocha 82, passed away peacefully on Dec 29th in Tacoma, WA. Mom was born in Seattle on Aug 15, 1930 to Jess and Edith Stephens. She graduated from Edmonds HS in 1948. In 1950, she married her beloved Harold, and has missed him every day since his passing in 1985. Marilyn was a loving and devoted mom, grandma, daughter, sister and friend. She loved to travel and enjoyed trips to Hawaii, Ocean Shores, Laughlin, and Arizona. An avid sports fan, she especially loved college football as well as the Seahawks. She is survived by daughter Janice Hulscher, son Larry, grandchildren Ryan, Kevin (Renee) and David, brother, Carl (Sally), and many other family and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Mark Brooks and staff for their years of wonderful care. Services will be held Fri. Jan. 4th 2013 at St Joseph's Catholic Church, 608 South 34th Street Tacoma, WA, with viewing from 10:30-11:30 am, Rosary at 11:30 am, and Funeral Mass at 12:00 pm. Please leave online condolences at www.gaffneycares.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.