Ellen Marie Yocum Obituary
The memory of Ellen Marie Yocum (Newton, Kansas), who passed away on March 25, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Merle Hendrixson and Mildred Hendrixson (Knowlton); her husband Harry Yocum; and her sister Betty Lou Poynor. She is survived by: her daughters, Sue Ellen Patrick, Cindy Lou Simons (Craig) and Jeanne Marie Russell; her grandchildren, Sean Hunter (John), Kaleena Shipp (Ronnie), Jessica Simons, Mallory Simons, Sunny Ridpath and Randi Gupton; and her sister Patrice Lauzet. She is also survived by several great grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church or Business Professional Women and left with Petersen Funeral Home.
