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Funeral: 11 a.m. Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Frank and Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home.
Private burial will take place at North Freedom Cemetery, Noble
Delberta May Bowen, age 67, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 19, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 5, 1957, the daughter of Dale E. and Ruth Ann (Perry) Bowen.
Delberta, whose original name was Diane Gibson, took her new name when she was adopted by her parents. She worked at North American Lighting in Flora for 13 years before becoming a manager at several local convenience stores. Later in life, Delberta attended college, taking night classes alongside her daughter Becca and earning a place on the dean’s list. She also became a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and graduated from Frontier Community College in 2005 with a degree in Business Administration. She owned and operated her own craft store, “Heart and Home Crafts” in downtown Flora. Delberta could often be found with a bag of M&M’s or jelly beans and enjoyed crocheting, exploring thrift stores, and playing video games with her son Aaron. Her biggest accomplishment of life was to be able to be called “Grammy” to her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband: Sherrill Pruitt of Clay City; son: Aaron Pruitt of Flora; daughter: Rebecca Pruitt of Rinard: 4 grandchildren: Jaymin Pruitt of Flora, Quaid Pruitt of Flora, Maysen Gragert of Rinard, and Journey Gragert of Rinard; 2 sisters: Janet Graham of Effingham and Donna (Greg) Hartke of Louisville; and special friends Donna and Randy Payne of Xenia.
She is preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers: Delbert “Bo” Bowen and Dan Gibson; and a sister Nanci Bricker.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Frank and Bright Funeral Home in Flora. A visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the funeral home. Private burial will take place at North Freedom Cemetery, Noble. Memorial donations are suggested to Oak Mound Church, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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I am so sorry for your loss. I love you!
Sorry for your loss Sherril and family
I was so sorry to hear of Delberta’s passing. We went to the same grade school and High School. She was always so kind and happy. Always smiling. I will keep you all in my prayers.
I worked with Delberta at North American lighting for several years. She always made up fun. Always laughing. Prayers for the family. Rest in Peace lady
Fly high my dear friend and Sister.. I will never forget you!!
Prayers for God's comfort and peace. She will be missed.
We will miss you Delberta. Sorry to the family for your loss. 🙏❤
I was so sorry to read this - worked with Delberta at NAL - she was such a pleasure to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ✝️🙏❤️
Keeping your family in prayer. Delberta was one of my star typists at Flora High School. I was blessed by the visits I made during her last days in Clay City. She was certainly loved by those around her. Delberta loved Jesus. Hold to your wonderful memories remembering always that Christians never say goodbye.
My heart goes out to Sherrill & family God’s speed 🙏🙏🙏
Sorry to hear of her passing have known her since 1st grade after she was adopted. Her brother gave me my first kiss in 1st grade. She will truly be missed.
my condolences to all of Delberta's family.
My condolences to the family 🙏
We are so sorry for your loss! She will be truly missed.
We were saddened to hear of of your loss, please know how very sorry we are . Remember when the Lord calls our loved ones home he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
So very sorry for your loss! Prayers for the family
Delberta, you had the best sense of humor and I loved you very much. You were a fighter. Hooks, Aaron I know how much you will miss her I know. She was a good spunky woman thay loved her family dearly and her friends. Fly high my friend 🧡
Becca, I am so sorry. My condolences to you and your family. 🙏
I am so sincerely sorry to see this! Delberta was such a sweet lady! She fought a long fight and at least she is at rest now. I'll never forget the times we had in Art class at FHS and at the reunions. Fly high my friend and RIP! My condolences to her loving family and so many friends.
So sorry to hear about Delberta's passing. She was always so kind growing up in the church together.
Delberta and I went to high school together. She was and always will be a hoot. Sending sympathy to the family. She will be missed.
I offer my condolences, and my prayers, during your time of grief, for the loss of a loved one. Rest in peace Delberta and enjoy the rest of your life visiting with your family and friends in Heaven.
May God bless you and wrap arms around you. May God be with you all.
We worked with her at NAL, She was a beautiful person inside and out! Praying for peace and comfort to you all!
Sherrill we are sorry to hear of Delberta's passing. Prayers of comfort for you and all your family and friends.
Thoughts and prayers for her family!
I am very sorry to hear of Delberta's passing!! She fought the good fight for many years!! We will be praying for you all!!
May you find comfort in the many memories of happy times.
So sorry to hear of Delberta's passing, prayers for the family.
I work with Delbertas niece in South Carolina. She is much like her Aunt - family-focused, loving and tenacious, so that legacy continues through her. Deepest sympathies to the family at this time.
I have many fond memories of Delberta from high school and shall always remember her sweet personality. Sending hearfelt thoughts and prayers to her family at this difficult time.
Becca and family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. In our thoughts and prayers.
We send our love and prayers to all of the Family. So sorry to hear of Delberta's passing. God blessing and comfort you all with his love, strength, comfort and peace.
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