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Elaine Dickman Obituary
Elaine Dickman, 77, passed away peacefully at home in Durham, NC on June 21, 2024. She was born on September 19, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Elaine is survived by her husband of 54 years, Tom, her children Jeff (Cindy) Dickman and Julie (Jon) Chase, as well as her brother Dave Langhorst.
She was a loving grandmother to Theo and Soren Dickman as well as Ethan and Evie Chase.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Louise Langhorst.
Elaine was a 1964 graduate of Sidney High School and a 1968 graduate of Ohio University with a degree in Political Science. She enjoyed a career as a divisional merchandising manager with Federated Department Stores, was an active member of the Friends of Forest Ridge Garden Club, and a lifelong patron of the philharmonic. In all her pursuits, she was committed to improving the communities of which she was a part as an organizer and volunteer. She shared her interests through giving local herb lectures or leading school-based art history workshops. Her deep-rooted passion for travel took her to the far corners of the world and instilled a similar love in her kids and grandkids. She and Tom also hosted more than 10 exchange students over the years, developing lasting global friendships and proudly serving as cultural ambassadors.
More than anything else, she thoroughly loved her family and will be deeply missed.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, June 27th from 11:30AM until the time of the funeral service, 12:30PM at Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church, 8000 Miami Rd (45243) in Cincinnati. Afterward, she will be interred at Hopewell Cemetery in Montgomery, Ohio.
Condolences may be shared with the family through our website, ThomasJustinMemorial.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elaine Dickman
6 Entries
Cindy Melvin
June 19, 2025
I still miss her smile
Cindy Melvin
June 28, 2024
Elaine became a good friend and neighbor when I lived at Indian Lake. So sorry for your loss. Cindy Melvin
Sandy Siehl
June 27, 2024
How wonderful are Sidney friendships! Especially from our growing up years.
"Make new friends,
but keep the old...
One is silver and the other gold!"
My sincere sympathies,
Sandy Siehl
Amanda George (Belew)
June 26, 2024
I remember looking forward to my best friend's mom, Mrs. Dickman, coming to my class as the "Art Lady" in elementary. She also helped with my Girl Scout troop. Above all, she put up with all of the silly shenanigans Julie and I got into growing up. I am so sorry for your loss Julie.
Carol Rockhold Braden
June 26, 2024
Elaine and I were friends from
junior high school, Sidney, Ohio thru Ohio University, Athens, Ohio. We kept in touch after graduation. Her children and my daughter knew each other as they attended Ohio University also. Elaine was a faithful `Bobcat´. I will miss her Christmas cards describing their many travels. My condolences to Dick, Jeff and Jule.
Darlene Duchene
June 26, 2024
How sad I am to hear of Elaine's passing. She and Tom were good AF friends of past years. I remember her beautifully presented dishes and tables, her laughter and her positivism. My sincere sympathy to Tom and her family.
You were so blessed. Darlene Duchene
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