Marge was born June 6, 1920 in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska to Archie and Maryetta Isle. Marge was in San Diego when she met Bob Kooyman. Moving to Oak Harbor, she and Bob were married in February of 1948.

Shortly after their marriage, Bob went to work for Andy Vanderstoep, operating a chevron gas station at Midway Blvd and 700 Ave East, at Chimes Corner. Marge was actively involved with the operation of the station. After a time, they purchased the station. Eventually, Bob and Marge sold the business and retired.

In the late 1970’s, Marge purchased the Oak Harbor Hobby Shop from the Pulliams, on Pioneer Way. Marge operated the shop for nearly 12 years. Marge liked to crochet and loved to read. Marge lived in her home for over 60 years.

Her health had been declining for the past few years. She had become very limited in her activities. Chronic respiratory problems and finally pneumonia lead to her death. Marge died at Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville on September 29, 2015 at the age of 95.

Marge is survived by her children and their spouses: Art Circo and Anna, Gayle Hassler, and Stephanie and Steve Ellis and by her grandchildren and their spouses, Annette Circo, Art Circo, Jr., Dan, Kelly and Ben Hassler and Adrienne and Bill Bennett, and three great grandsons and one great-great grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob and by two brothers and two sisters.

Family Graveside funeral services were held at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Oak Harbor with Gary Wallin, Life Celebrant officiating. Memorials may be made to Help House. Please visit Marge’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences. Marge requested no formal funeral services be conducted.

Arrangements are entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home & Cremation, LLC, Oak Harbor, WA.

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