Service Information
Stephanie L. Hoikka, age 47, of Hutchinson, formerly Prior Lake, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2021, at her home in Hutchinson surrounded by family after a six-year battle with cancer and other health issues.
Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson with interment in Riverside Cemetery in French Lake Township, rural Annandale, Minnesota.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., with a 7:30 P.M. prayer service at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.
Memorials preferred to Courage-Kenny Rehabilitation Institute in Golden Valley, St. Mary’s Care Center in Winsted, or the University of Minnesota Masonic Cancer Center in Minneapolis.
Obituary
Stephanie Lynn Hoikka was born on March 24, 1974, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Jerome J. and Patricia L. (Wadman) Hoikka. Stephanie was baptized as an infant on June 30, 1974, and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth on April 2, 1989, both at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. She received her education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1992. Stephanie furthered her education at Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota and also attended Interstate Business School in Fargo, North Dakota.
Stephanie resided in Prior Lake, Minnesota. She was employed as a Business Analyst at United Healthcare until her medical leave in September of 2015. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Stephanie enjoyed traveling, hanging out with friends, and spending time at the cabin with her family. She also enjoyed music concerts and attending nieces’ and nephews’ activities.
Stephanie passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at her home in Hutchinson surrounded by family after a six-year battle with cancer and other health issues.
Blessed be her memory.
Stephanie is survived by her:
Parents: Jerome and Patricia Hoikka, of Hutchinson, MN;
Siblings: Kristen Pritchard and her husband, Scott, of Chaska, MN,
Susan Wagner and her husband, Brent, of Fisher, MN,
Bradley Hoikka and his wife, Sarah, of St. Anna, MN;
Nieces and Nephews: Julia Pritchard, Elise Pritchard, Garrett Pritchard, Jacob Wagner, Joshua Wagner, Lydia Hoikka, Dominick Hoikka;
Many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Stephanie is preceded in death by her grandparents: Jacob and Alice Hoikka, Ray and Esther Wadman.
Shay (Meier) Cates says
To the Hoikka Family
I am truly sorry for your loss. She was a very kind and beautiful girl with a big smile and a heart of gold. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers
Judy Johnson says
Pat, Jerry and family. I am so sorry to hear about Stephanie. I will always remember our “jokes” and laughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know Steph is smiling down on us now!
Karen Haggenmiller Gordon says
So sorry for your loss. May the memories of Steph carry you through this difficult time.
Sandy Kunkel says
So sorry for your loss! I was one of the therapists at Winsted when Steph was there! She was a fighter! Ir always admired her tenacity and fighting spirit! May she rest in peace!
Cherish the memories!
Sandy
Eric Kilian says
So sorry to hear of Steph’s passing. May she rest peacefully now. Prayers to the Hoikka family
Christian Dobratz says
I am so sorry to hear about Stephanie’s passing. I will always remember her smile and her infectious laughter. I know she has battled courageously these past years; But I’m sure there is comfort on some level knowing she is now pain free and living in heavenly peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Hoikka’s and your extended family. May your happy memories of Steph comfort you and raise you up during difficult times.
Chris Sones says
Steph will always be remembered by me and my family as one of a trio of managers for the Hutchinson Wrestling team when we first moved to Hutch. She was a leader for the team working endlessly to perform multiple tasks needed for a program to be successful. She was cheerful and directed, at times directing me! I will always remember your thoughtful contribution and diligence to help me and our teams.
Mike Daak says
Sorry to hear of this sad news. Prayers to the Hoikka family in this difficult time. Rest in Peace Stephanie.
David and Amy Larson says
Dear Hoikka Family,
Sorry to hear about Stephanie passing away. When we moved here in 1988, she babysat for us and the kids loved her. She was very brave to take on four kids 6 years old and under!
Pat and Jerry, you have our deepest sympathy. Take comfort in knowing her suffering is over and she is at peace.
Sincerely,
David and Amy Larson
Bonnie A Karl says
Sending heartfelt prayers and love to you all.
Kenje Mallot says
Steph was a wonderful friend and just a great person—caring, considerate and funny. Always loved to be around people/in the action. It won’t be the same without her. Thoughts and prayer with you all.
Darlene Eichten says
To the Hoikka family,
Brad & Sarah — my deepest sympathy to all of you & blessings from God!
Barb Pariseau and Dave Ernhart says
Dave and I want to express our sympathy at the loss of your daughter Stephanie remembering the fun time we had with her in Arizona and how Dave got her to laugh at his silly jokes and teasing. She was much loved and will be missed.
Dennis and Barb Burkstrand says
Our deepest sympathy to each family member and friends of Stephanie’s. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jan and bob Carney says
We have been so out of the hutchinson “loop”…we had no idea until today you had lost your daughter. We are sending love and hugs…..we have walked in your shoes…..cling to the happy memories