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Sharon Hickey Obituary
She was born January 30, 1940 in Elgin the daughter of Emory and Elma (Roush) Mowers. She was a 1958 graduate of Burlington High School where she was very active in school activities as a class officer, as well as excelling academically. Sharon married John M. Hickey on May 27, 1977 at the St. John Lutheran Church in Elgin. John passed away suddenly April 1, 2005.
Mrs. Hickey had worked at the Ackemann's Department Store in Elgin for 31 years. She then went to work at the Kane Co. Supervisor of Assessments Office for over 12 years, receiving her Certified Illinois Assessing Official license.
Sharon was a faithful and devoted member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church of North Plato. She was also a member of the Hampshire VFW Auxiliary.
Surviving are a sister, Patricia (Charles "Chili") Lindgren of Plato twp.; three brothers, Gordon (Betty) Mowers of Elgin, Terry (Linda) Mowers of Burlington, and James (Jean) Mowers of Hampshire; several nieces and nephews, all of whom she considered her pride and joy; and a brother-in-law, Larry Kelly of Lake Delton, WI.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, John.
The funeral service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, May 3, 2007 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 43W301 Plank Rd., North Plato with Pastor Gerhard Mau officiating. Burial will be in the Hampshire Center Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 PM Wednesday at the Church. It will continue on Thursday from 10-11 AM prior to services.
Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the St. Peter's Lutheran Church of North Plato.
Fredrick Funeral Home in Hampshire is assisting with arrangements. For information call 847-683-2711.
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Karen and Paul Roswold
May 6, 2007
Pat and Chili,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Sharon. Having gone all through school with her, we knew what a wonderful and courageous person she was. You have our deepest sympathy. May God bless you and give you strength to endure your loss.
Love, Karen and Oz
Carol and Doug Tobin
May 4, 2007
Gordy, so sorry to read about your sister, I worked with her at Ackemans, and knew her through her husband, (we were classmates, Doug and I and John) Our prayers are with you and your family. She was a sweetie! Doug and Carol
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