Marie Joanna Hren, 89, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, March 29th, 2026, peacefully in her sleep. She was a loving wife, a teacher, and a loved mother and grandmother.

Marie was born October 28th, 1936, in Manning, Iowa, the daughter of Clifford "Bud" Johnson and Letha Boysen.

Marie graduated from Manning High School in 1944, then went on to Eastern New Mexico University on a full music scholarship, playing the oboe, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree.

Marie married Earl Roger Hren in 1957 in Manning, Iowa. They were married for 53 years until Roger's death in 2010.

Marie worked as a science teacher in Biloxi, Mississippi, and a dental assistant/receptionist/bookkeeper for her husband, Roger's, dental practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Marie loved bicycling, hunting, and fishing with her family. She also enjoyed reading, which she shared with her children and grandchildren.

Marie was a long-time member of Sandia Baptist Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she especially enjoyed attending and leading many Bible studies.

Remaining to cherish Marie's memory are children, Jenny (James) Hudgens and Kimberly (Jonathon) Smith; grandchildren, Austin, Samuel, and Victoria; sister, Dr. Julia Rothenburg

Preceding Marie in death are spouse, Earl Roger Hren; great-grandchild, Casper

Visitation will be held April 4th at 12:00pm at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Funeral services will be held April 4th at 1:00pm at the same location, with Dr. Claude Cone officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park following the service at 2:30pm.

Memorial donations in Marie's memory may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes are available and may be sent to French Mortuary in care of arrangements.