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BORN
1940
DIED
2010
Mylida Dirickson Obituary
Adell was born March 17, 1940 in Mumford. She was the second born of 13 children.
She was preceded in death by mother, Lorene and father, Henry Erwin; two brothers, Floyd and Jasper Paul Erwin; three sisters, Retha, "Lil Sister" Erwin and Nona Sue Erwin Shelton and one daughter, Pamela Oleta McLearen.
She left behind, Houston Ray Dirickson, her husband of 48 years; sons, Houston Ray Dirickson, Jr. and wife, Kathy and John Henry Dirickson and wife, Molly; son-in-law, Wayne McLearen; ten grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers, Roy, Hardy, Troy, Rodger and Roland; sisters, Rosa and Ruth; many nieces; nephews and too many friends to count.
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Charles and Tanya Scott
June 3, 2010
Dirickson family we are so sorry to hear about Adell. We loved her. You are in our prayers.
Lindsey Williams
June 1, 2010
Pepaw, Im sorry for your loss, this is easier said from the ouside looking in, "Now she hurts no more."Let that little thought heal your pain. Take care. All our love and prayers!!
Lindsey Williams(Wilson)& Family
Les & Janette Dirickson
June 1, 2010
Ray and family--so sorry to hear about Adell's death. She was a beautiful Dirickson lady and meant a lot to many folks.
Linda Garcia
June 1, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Dirickson family. I worked with Adell while a teenager, and she was such a loving and caring person. She certainly made an impact on my life. I will continue to pray for your family during this difficult time.
Lisa Ely
June 1, 2010
So worry to hear about Adell. She was always so nice to us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pam Yantis
June 1, 2010
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Adell. My thought and prayers are with the family.
Susan Majdalani (Huneycutt)
June 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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