Barbara Drake Dickerman

Barbara Drake Dickerman

Barbara Dickerman Obituary

Published by Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center on Mar. 12, 2017.
Barbara was born on May 28, 1927 and passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Barbara was a resident of Springfield, Illinois at the time of passing. Barbara attended St. Joseph's School Ursuline Academy and graduated from Springfield High School. She also attended Springfield Junior College and later in life earned her bachelor's degree from Sangamon State University. Visitation: Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday March 16 2017 at Kirlin-Egan Butler Funeral Home 900 S. 6th Street Springfield. The visitation will begin with a prayer service. Funeral Mass: 10:00 a.m. on Friday March 17 2017 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 E. Lawrence Springfield with Rev. Braden Maher officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 675 E. Linton Springfield IL 62703 or Springfield Catholic Charities 120 S. 11th Springfield IL 62702.

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March 1, 2019

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March 16, 2017

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Ellen Robinson

March 1, 2019

I'll always remember Babs; because she was interested in so many things and so am I. In trying to find her gravesite one time, I ran out of time and never did find it. One Spring day, I will try again. She is in Heaven, of course; but she made the world in Illinois so much better by her service. Blessings to her family and friends on the anniversary of her passing. With love, Ellen & Tom Robinson

Babs with the Hugh Drakes this past summer....we will all miss her so much!

Susan Drake

March 16, 2017

Susan Drake

March 16, 2017

Lisa Garrett

March 15, 2017

Alex and Henry, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so proud to have had a chance to get to know and love this amazing woman. We will never forget her in the football stands cheering on our boys. There is a special place in heaven for this precious soul and we know she is with he beloved Boomer. Praying for your family, Lisa, Mike, Connor and Lauren

Jane Bucci

March 13, 2017

Dear Henry and family --

So sorry to see that your mother passed. My family and I saw her at Cathedral on a fairly regular basis and we noticed that she had become fragile, and yet still SO independent!
Prayers for you all. May God give you Strength and Peace.

Ellen & Thomas Robinson

March 13, 2017

Babs offered Boomer's garden flowers to brighten up our wedding day on June 1, 2002. We were on the YWCA Board together. Always sharing with others to "bring them along". With love The Robinsons

March 13, 2017

We called her Aunt Babs. She was always a cheerleader for whatever cause or endeavor in which we where involved. She and my mom were the best of friends and each others toughest debate partner :) She will always hold a special place in our hearts. We love and miss you Aunt Babs.
~ The Juanita S. Barton Family

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Shannon Dewith-McCormick

March 13, 2017

Jackie Richie

March 12, 2017

I'll remember Babs for the twinkle in her eyes and words of comfort and wisdom. She was the real deal in every way that matters in this life. Rest well dear friend!

MaryLee Montague

March 12, 2017

What a truly special special person and friend to our family. My Mother sends a final warm embrace to her BFF. Thank you Babs for being that special someone to all of us. We all love you. Fran Montague and The Montague Sisters

Rosemary Leistner

March 12, 2017

Babs left a powerful legacy in her long and productive life. Bob and I will miss her.

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