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Graveside Service: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Kneff Cemetery
Vera Margaret Dickey, age 89, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Monday morning, September 17, 2018, at Flora Gardens Care Center in Flora.
Vera was born December 3, 1928, in Clay County (Stanford Township), the daughter of John D. and Edith (Odell) Koontz. She married Harold E. Hough in 1948 in Flora. He preceded her in death July 24, 1983. She later married Galen L. Dickey on February 13, 1999, in Flora, and he preceded her in death on January 4, 2008.
Vera worked at Clay County Hospital as a dietary aide for 38 years. She was a member of Flora Church of the Nazarene, enjoyed crocheting and cooking, and she loved her grandchildren.
She is survived by a daughter: Nancy McGee (Ron) of Flora; 3 grandchildren: Jamie Farmer (Maria), Danielle Sturm (Mike), and Michelle Berry (fiancé Josh Gibbs); along with a number of great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; a daughter: Judy Farmer; a grandson: Jason Farmer; a great-great-grandson: Kamden; and a sister: Zota Marie Smith.
A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2018, at Kneff Cemetery. Those attending are asked to go directly to the cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be given to Flora Gardens Activity Fund and will be accepted by the funeral home.
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So sorry to hear. Her smile at CCH was always a welcome sight. Prayers for comfort to the family.
Dear Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. I have such good memories of my first job in high school working at the hospital with your mom and Judy. She was a sweet lady and always had a smile and a kind word. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy and family. I have many fond memories of your mom way back to the 50’s when we were neighbors. You and Judy were somewhat younger than we were. It took some years to understand how we were related. Your mom was a very special lady, cousin and great neighbor. My deepest condolences to you and family
I have known Vera since first grade when Judy and I became friends, went to my first birthday party at their house on old Rt. 50. Then saw Vera often at CCH when we both worked there. She was a nice lady and I am sorry for your loss.
Community Southern Baptist Church, who hosts services every Sunday morning at the Gardens, enjoyed having her in our services. She was smiling so sweetly this past Sunday. God called another precious one home. Our prayers are with you during this time.
So sorry for your loss,Nancy😿
Nancy, So sorry for the loss of your mother.I remember her mostly when she was married to Shorty. My mother passed this year too, at the age of 102 and 4 months. We are never ready to let them go. Praying for you love you, viv
Dear Nancy, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a sweet lady. She always had a smile. I worked at CCH in 1969/70 and saw her almost every day. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you. RIP Vers❣️
Nancy...your Mother was always smiling. She brought sunshine every where she went. Hugs my friend...
Vera was a neighbor for many years. A wonderful lady. Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family
DEAR NANCY, I PRAY THE LORD GIVES YOU THE COMFORT AND STRENGTH TO HELP YOU THROUGH THIS LOSS. I REMEMBER YOUR MOTHER, SHE WAS ALWAYS NICE TO ME. GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU AND YOURS.
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