Elaine Juletta Hoek Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Elaine Juletta Hoek of Happy Valley, Oregon, born in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 26, 2025 at the age of 95. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elaine Juletta Hoek to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Elaine find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her son Ronald Dykstra of San Francisco; and her husband Herman Hoek. She is survived by: her daughters, Caren Cross of Alaska, Faye Barrios of Texas and Terri Dykstra-Tucker of Oregon. She is also survived by her three daughters (named above) and six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Et St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (10956 SE 25th Ave, Milwaukie, OR 97222). A committal service will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 from 3:15 PM to 3:45 PM at the Et Willamette National Cemetery (11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd, Portland, OR 97086).
