Marian Edith (Holmer) Stromquist, 92, of Hudson, Florida, passed away in her home on July 3rd, 2024. Married 70 years on October 16,1954 to John Carl Stromquist at Trinity Lutheran Church in Rockford, IL.
Marian was born in Milaca, Minnesota, to William and Edith Holmer on February 6th, 1932. She graduated from Milaca (MN) High School in 1949. She earned her R.N. from Swedish American School of Nursing (Rockford, IL) in 1953 and graduated with her B.S. from the College of Saint Francis (Joliet, IL) in 1974. She worked as an RN at Swedish-American Hospital in Rockford, IL and as a school nurse for Winnebago County and Rockford (IL) Public Schools. She retired in 1993.
She enjoyed being a farm wife with her husband, John, at White Post Farm in Durand, IL. They were the Winnebago County Conservation Family of the Year in 1973. Involved with 4-H, U.of IL Homemakers Extension Association, golf leagues, and card clubs. Became a seasonal FL resident in 2010. Sold the Durand, IL farm in 2014 and became a permanent FL resident. Member of Spirit of Grace Lutheran Church in Hudson, FL. She loved traveling with husband, John all over the world.
She is survived by her husband, John Stromquist; daughters Jill (Richard) Schraiber of FL, and Karen Sargent of WA; grandchildren Annika Welsh of WA and Jonathan Sargent of WA; foreign exchange daughter Nuria (Victor) of Costa Rica; daughter-in-law Susan Stromquist Nelson of AZ; brother Larry (Marilyn) Holmer of WI and sister Joyce Miller of SD; and numerous relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Steven; brothers Bill, Ken, Jim and Bob; sisters June Miller and Jane Johnson; grandson Anthony.
Memorial service will be held at Dobies Funeral Home in Hudson, FL on July 12, 2024 at 3 pm.
Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home - Hudson Chapel
Kim & Mitch Tindel
July 6, 2024, 8:25 pm
John, Jill and Karen, My heart goes out to all of you and know that I’m thinking about you. I have so many wonderful memories of Aunt Tootie and cherish every one of them. Love to you all. Kim and Mitch
Lori J Holmer
July 7, 2024, 1:50 am
Aunt Tooty was such a wonderful, caring woman and her smile and laughter were so contagious. We have so many fond memories of our times together and we loved her very much. Our deepest sympathy, love and prayers go out to you, Uncle John, Jill, Karen, family and friends during this difficult time. We love you, Lori and Sarah
Terry Johnson
July 7, 2024, 4:33 pm
Very sorry to hear this. Aunt Tootie was always so nice and cheerful. A lot of fond memories. My deepest sympathy to John, Jill and Karen . You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wes and Pat Limesand
July 8, 2024, 7:52 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Marian’s family. She was extremely proud of you. She enjoyed life and was such a pleasant, caring person. We have many cherished memories of our travels around the country attending sheep events together.
Lisa Walsh (Greene)
July 10, 2024, 8:31 pm
John, Jill, and Karen,
My deepest condolences to all of you in the loss of your precious wife and mother! I have such fond memories of her and the old New England Banner 4-H club days at the fair, her stories about Dad back when she was the school nurse where he was principal back in Rockford, the beautiful collies you raised and Honey – the sweet runt of the litter we bought from you guys! John and Marian were such good friends of my parents – Betty and Bob Greene, and our families had some great times together! I think of your family every time I drive by the former White Post Farm on hwy 75! Oh, what a beautiful smile your mom/wife had, and such a kind and caring woman! I’d love to reconnect with someone from your family and catch up! Again, my heartfelt sympathies to all of you! Treasure the memories!
Janet (Greene) Wagner
July 10, 2024, 9:36 pm
Sending hugs to you all! I have many fond memories of our family friendship and being a part of your transition from city to country life. ❤️❤️❤️
Tracy and Hazel Jones
July 12, 2024, 12:51 pm
With our deepest sympathy, we would like to send our condolences to the Stromquist Family.
Her kindness, as well as John’s, in welcoming us to the neighborhood
is touching and heartfelt. May you rest in peace, you truly will be missed.
Tracy and Hazel Jones