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Marilyn Horrocks Obituary


MARILYN TEUSCHER HORROCKS
July 21, 1933 ˜ July 19, 2019

Marilyn Teuscher Horrocks, 85, died at home in Vancouver, WA, surrounded by family July 19, 2019. Born July 21, 1933 in Kemmerer, WY, the daughter of Wallace William Teuscher and Minerva Josephine Tueller.
Marilyn was married to Harold Joseph Horrocks for 62 years before his passing in 2013.
She was intensely passionate about life and her family. Marilyn knew each of them by name and they meant the world to her. Her smile and positive energy lit up a room wherever she went. She was deeply spiritual and had a firm testimony of and love for the Savior Jesus Christ and His Plan of Salvation. Through her church she and Harold served a voluntary 18 month humanitarian mission to Moscow Russia.
Marilyn loved people and spent her life quietly and purposefully serving and ministering to others as a beloved leader and teacher in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; as a volunteer in the schools and community; and as a mentor to many who sought her wise counsel and advice.
She did not have a formal college degree, but was a continual learner. Along with auditing many college courses, Marilyn was a great communicator, a master of the scriptures, an avid reader and memorizer, a prolific letter and journal writer, and a creative poet and songwriter. She was known for her short quips and life adages, loyalty to the Blazers and never turned down Taco Bell, Burger King or a really good cookie. You will be greatly missed. WeloveyouthemostMom!
Marilyn is survived by sons, Kevin (Laurie) Horrocks and Berke (Carol) Horrocks; daughters, Susan (Randy) Plessinger, Leann Horrocks and Brynn (Alissa) Haggis; honorary daughter, Teresa Green; 23 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ruth Thompson.
She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Hal T. Horrocks; and 7 siblings.
Funeral services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Vancouver Stake Center, 10509 SE 5th St., Vancouver, WA 98664 on Friday, July 26, 2019. Viewing: 9:45-10:45a.m. Funeral Service: 11:00a.m.
Please sign her guest book at www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian on Jul. 24, 2019.
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It was a pleasure to have you in my home where we got to know you and Harold. Such a fun couple and still taking road trips late in life. Loveyouthemostest!!!

Jan Christensen

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August 5, 2019

Thirty-three or so years ago (Wow!! Has it been that long? lol) I was in the Second Ward with the Horrock's. She was my Spiritual Living teacher in Relief Society. I LOVED her lessons as the spirit was palpable and thick in the room. You could feel it all around you. Her lessons always spoke to me clear through my heart, into my brain and through my entire soul. Marilyn taught with the Holy Spirit's guidance with immense power, knowledge and conviction. That dear woman shone so brightly with the Spirit of God, no one could miss it. No doubt about it. Truly one in a billion. You couldn't help but be drawn to the light as strong as Marilyn Horrock's. I haven't and will never forget it. A very special loving daughter of our Heavenly Father, indeed. One of the very BEST. Her posterity are incredibly blessed and lucky. <3 <3 <3

Louise Valencia

July 29, 2019

May God Bless and Comfort the entire family. Dance Mom, Marilyn will always be remembered, her kind words and smile. Special love and hugs sent to daughter and alum dancer, Susan.
Claudette Walker

July 25, 2019

Her light will be always bright.
She was a special spirit.

Angela deRousse

Friend

July 25, 2019

Suan Lord

July 25, 2019

I have Such fond memories of times we spent together many years ago. You were a special friend. Save a seat for me . Love, Dolores

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July 25, 2019

Lisa Davis

Friend

July 24, 2019

What a wonderfully written obituary. She was extraordinary and I am proud to be part of her posterity. She will be dearly missed! Families are Forever! iloveyouthemostgrandma

Megan Wright

July 24, 2019

To my wonderful sister-in-law...I will miss you and our fun phone conversations..'hello, this is me!' I have learned so much from you and your wonderful example...Love you.

Renee Horrocks

July 24, 2019

our hearts extend to all of our Horrocks cousins, our love and admiration for the wonderful life Aunt Marilyn has lived. What a legacy and example of Christ like love and service to her family and extended family. We are blessed beyond measure to have had the opportunity to call her Aunt Marilyn. She lived life to the fullest, gave of herself immensely, and will be cherished by us for the rest of our lives. Until we meet again, Aunt Marilyn, may God Be With You....... we loveyouforever!!
Bill & Jody Ball and Family

William Ball

July 24, 2019

Her legacy will always live on in so many hearts. It truly has been a pleasure getting to know her first through her daughter Susan back in the early 90's. Being around her from time to time has been such a experience of laughter and fun. On a fun journey many years ago in writing the history of the Vancouver Stake sitting in the Horrocks home, laughing and listening to sacred memories of all the service they gave was truly a wonderful blessing in my life.
The unedited recording of two extraordinary people I will always treasure and from time to time I have listened and learned. Thank Marilyn for the example of love unconditional you gave to everyone is something to learn and try to emulate. Growing up in Kemmerer must have been a fun experience. Kemmerer has special meaning to me, that is where I started my married life. Enjoying the corner store of where JC Penney's began. Marilyn love to you and I hope you are some how reading this. Free from pain I bet you are skipping with joy. Giving many a good laugh. Rest In Peace.

Vicki Roholt

July 24, 2019

WIlliam Ball

July 24, 2019

I love this tribute to one of the Grandest ladies I have ever known. We have been blessed to be called her family for over 3 decades now and have so many great memories to cherish. We especially love that she would make time to visit us on her travels out our way and loved our time with her in our home. What a legacy she leaves behind, full of love, faith and joy. Weloveyouandgrandpathemost. Until we meet again. Love the Riches

Amy Rich

July 24, 2019

I was so sorry to hear that she had passed away. I have so many great memories of her over the years it's hard to choose between them. I remember what a great storyteller she was. I also remember her collection of clocks. Both of these things bring a smile to my face, just like she always did. She'll be missed by everyone who ever met her.

Carolyn Harrison

July 24, 2019

Susan so sorry for your lose. I have known your Mom and Dad for along time. I used to work for your dad. He was the one that got me into working in dentistry as an assistant. He was a wonderful man !!!!

Linda K Kreuder

July 24, 2019

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