BORN

1927

DIED

2017

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Marilyn Dickinson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 6, 2017.

Marilyn R. Dickinson, 90, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at Houston Hospice. Marilyn was born in Aurora, Illinois on May 2, 1927 to Thomas Adams Ruddy and Ellen Fredricka Gustafson Ruddy.

Marilyn was devoted to church, family, and friends. She will be remembered as practical, reliable, humble, and trustworthy. To her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she will always be affectionately known as "Nonnie." Marilyn was selfless and enjoyed serving friends, as well as strangers. She volunteered for more than thirty years at Memorial Assistance Ministries working exclusively in the book section. Marilyn's lifelong love of books and reading was evident to all who knew her.

Marilyn attended University of Colorado at Boulder majoring in Medical Technology. She met her future husband, Arthur S. Dickinson on a blind date. On September 3, 1949, they were married in Webster Groves, MO. For sixty-eight years, the love between Art and Marilyn remained patient and kind.

Marilyn is survived by two sisters, Martha Ross and Joanne Vinyard; children, son Robert S. Dickinson, MD and wife Jacki of Houston; daughter Carol Lynn Dickinson of Houston; and Thomas A. Dickinson, Esq and wife Stephanie of Houston; son-in-law Don Forisha of San Antonio; nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Dorothy Ruddy, and her daughter Reverend Martha Dickinson Forisha.

The family would like to thank the staff at Houston Hospice, Dr. Nick Solomos, caregiver Princess Lawal, and Reverends Melissa Maher and Bob Johnson for their love and support.

A memorial service will be held at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay, Houston, Texas, on Saturday, December 16 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel. The inurnment of ashes will take place at The Chapelwood Memorial Chapel and Columbarium at a later date. If desired, donations can be made in Marilyn's memory to Chapelwood UMC Foundation, Memorial Assistance Ministries, or a charity of choice.

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December 16, 2017

Jean Tally

Richard and I are so sad to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was a steadfast member of First Congregational Church for many years and a delight to know. We extend our condolences to her family in their loss.

December 15, 2017

Karen Thompson LaBarge

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Dickinson's death. She was loved by all in our neighborhood, as was her entire family. I know she and all the family had a very strong faith, so I pray you all will find comfort that she is now with God and others who preceded her to Heaven. I am very thankful to have known her and all the family. God bless,
Karen Thompson LaBarge

December 15, 2017

Kathy Thompson Brumbaugh

I am saddened to now hear of Mrs. D's passing. The kids in the neighborhood called her Mrs. D. You always knew you could knock on the D's door and be hugged and welcomed in. I can remember so much about that time of my life. I grew up with daughter, Martha (Marty). May the family find comfort that she was loved by more than them, and that she now is with others loved and in Heaven.

December 15, 2017

So sorry to read of Marilyn's passing. We went to Webster High at the same time. Her sister Marty was in my class. A dear friend who I have lost touch. I live in Houston about 3 miles from Marilyns' home. My sympathy to all.
Alice Smith Horner

December 14, 2017

Such loving words for a lady so loved & admired.
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy, and pray your family be strengthen during this time.
Psalms 147: 3

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