Margaret Ann Hockenberry passed peacefully at home on April 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born November 11, 1948, in Harvey, IL Margaret lived a life defined by determination, resilience, and love. She began as a teacher before becoming a mother and raising her three children. As her family grew, so did her career, working as a Medical Transcriptionist, later serving in the legal field, and eventually building a long and successful 26-year career with Motorola Solutions.

Never one to stop learning, Margaret returned to school and earned her Paralegal degree, later retiring from Motorola as a Paralegal.

After an earlier marriage to Charles Bernard Graham, with whom she shared three children, Margaret found love with William Larry Hockenberry who became her true partner in life. Their love story began in the mid-1980s, and they married on May 22, 1998. They shared many happy years together until William’s passing in 2022.

In retirement, Margaret and William moved to Manhattan to be near family.

She leaves behind her children Michael Graham, Rand Graham (Nina), and Andrea Meyer (Dennis Jr.); stepson Erik Hockenberry and stepdaughter Valarie Hockenberry; eight cherished grandchildren; and many others who were blessed by her love.

Margaret will be remembered as a strong woman with a sharp mind, a caring heart, and endless love for her family.