Dottie Jo Palmer

Dottie Jo Palmer obituary, Mount Vernon, IL

Dottie Jo Palmer

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Dottie Palmer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hughey Funeral Home on Oct. 31, 2025.

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Dottie Jo Palmer, 87, of Mount Vernon, IL, passed away at 5:45 am October 31, 2025 at her residence in Mt. Vernon, IL. She was born January 29, 1938 in Bonnie, IL to James Francis and Freida A.Smith. Dottie married Len L. Palmer on July 16, 1955 in Bonnie IL.
Dottie is survived by her Sons, Roger (Rorie) Palmer of Mount Vernon, IL, Michael (Sonya) Palmer; Six Grandchildren; and several Great Grandchildren.
Dottie was preceded in death by her Husband, Len L. Palmer; Parents; Grandparents; and one Sister Virginia Winemiller.
A Graveside Service will be held Monday, November 3, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.at Bethel Cemetery in Mt. Vernon, IL, with Pastor Tim Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery.
Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.
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2901 Benton Road, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

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