Mrs. Hilmer Jean Dicks, 74, resident of Lake City, Fl and daughter of the late Edward and Neta Smith Martin, died at her home early Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012 after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-one years, Clifford George Dicks.
She was a native of Columbia County, Fl and had resided here her entire life. She was a school bus driver for the Columbia County School System for 34 years until her retirement. She enjoyed Camping, Fishing, Gospel Music and was devoted to her family.
Survivors; One son, Alan Dicks (Kim) of Lake City, FL; two daughters, Cynthia Graves (Jack), and Sharon Timmons (George) both of Lake City, FL.; Seven grandchildren, Sari Holcombe (Kelly) of Lake City, FL, Alaina Timmons (Bernard) of Orlando, FL, Kevin Timmons of Tampa, FL, George Timmons, Jr., Orlando, FL, A.J Ross, Lake City, FL, Kaleb Dicks of Lake City, FL, and Kelsey Dicks of Lake City, FL. One Great Grandson, Bernard McNeal, Jr. of Lake City, FL. Numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 A.M. Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Hopeful Baptist Church with Dr. Rodney Baker officiating assisted by Dr. Ralph Rodriguez . Interment will follow in Hopeful Cemetery. GATEWAY-FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME, 3596 South U.S. Highway 441, Lake City, FL is in charge of arrangements. Visitation with the family be held on Friday, Feb. 24th at the funeral home from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M. If you wish, you may make donations in Mrs. Hilmer Dicks honor to the Suwannee Valley Care Center (Haven Hospice) at 6037 U.S. Hwy 90 West, Lake City, FL 32055. Please leave words of encouragement and love at www.gatewayforestlawn.com.