Marjorie L. Hunkus

Marjorie A. Hunkus, 90, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Liberty Health Care.

She was born June 20, 1934 in Girard, Ohio, the daughter of Ralph and Margaret (Williams) Brock. She had worked for Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Austintown Ambulatory Outpatient Surgical Center. Her life though, was fully devoted to Jesus, being a loving wife to Richard, a mother to her five sons and granddaughter, a grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Marjorie was a member of First Christian Assembly in Liberty Twp. She enjoyed fellowship at her church and was active with bible studies and volunteering at the local food bank. She also loved reading, watching movies on the Hallmark Channel, and was an avid fan of the Cleveland Guardians.

Marjorie was known to all to love the Lord. Her devotion and prayer life was a testament to her nickname, "Prayer Warrior." A poem written by an unknown author reminds those who knew her of Marjorie's unceasing prayer life:

"Let my hands, though wrinkled, rise in praise,

Like Moses' arms through weary days (Exodus 17:12)

Let my voice not fade, but echo strong,

With worship that has lasted long.

Let my children see that storms may come,

But peace is found where prayers are sung.

Let my grandchildren walk these worn floor creaks,

Knowing Grandma's God still speaks."

The family would like to thank the healthcare providers and countless staff involved in Marjorie's care during days spent at home, at St. Elizabeth's (Youngstown) Hospital, and the Liberty Healthcare center. A special thanks goes to her physical therapy team: Jimmy, Agata and Kimberly for their hard work.

Marjorie leaves to cherish her memory, her sons, Richard (Catherine) Hunkus of Vonore, TN, Ronald Hunkus of Liberty Twp., David (Holly) Hunkus of Girard, Robert (Colleen) Hunkus, of Girard and Michael Hunkus of Girard; and granddaughter, Lauren Hunkus of Girard; brother, Robert Brock of New Jersey; fourteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Hunkus, whom she married June 19, 1955 and died January 22, 1988; brother, Dr. Ralph Brock; and daughter-in-law Deborah Hunkus.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, 12:00 PM, at Blackstone Funeral Home, where the family will receive relatives and friends from 10:00 AM until the time of service.

Marjorie will be laid to rest at Crown Hill Cemetery in Vienna, Ohio, next to her husband.

The family suggests any memorial contributions be made to the church memorial fund, or St. Jude's Children's Hospital, in Marjorie's memory.