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JACQUELINE DICK Obituary
August 17, 2011
Jacqueline "Jacki" Celian Dick, 78, passed away August 17, 2011 at Frederick Memorial Hospital, after a brief illness. Jacki had recently moved to Mt. Airy, MD from Fort Myers, FL.
Jacki was born on December 27, 1932 in Philadelphia, PA to Samuel Jacob Celian and Grace Lamb Celian. She was an only child. She moved to Miami with her family in 1941. Jacki graduated from Miami High and then went on to earn a BA in English from the University of Miami and a Master of Library Science from Florida State University.
Jacki met Alfred Joseph Dick in 1957 when they both worked on a Miami-Dade Public Library Bookmobile. They were married on October 17, 1959 in Miami, FL. Jacki worked as a librarian at several Dade County libraries before moving to Fort Myers, FL in 1986 to take over the automation of the Lee County Public Library System. Jacki retired in 1997 and then volunteered at the J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island for several years.
Jacki is survived by her daughters Alison Collop, who lives in Atlanta, GA, and Leslie Dickinson, who lives with her husband Peter Sabonis in Mt Airy, MD, and by her son Sam Dickson, who lives with his wife Cheryl in Jacksonville, Fl. Jacki is also survived by six loving grandchildren: Katie and Lauren Collop, Atlanta, GA; Jacob Sabonis, Mt Airy, MD; and Taylor, Parker and Carlie Dickson, Jacksonville, FL.
Jacki was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Alfred Joseph Dick, who passed away on August 15, 2009.
A memorial service will be held on Sanibel Island, FL on Saturday, September 3rd. For information please contact: Alison Collop at 770-553-8367 or at: [email protected]
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Linda Precoda
September 13, 2011
Jacki came to the LCLS at a time of great change and growth. Her leadership made all the difference in our ability to provide excellent service to our patrons. But more importantly, she led with grace, humor and class. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Linda Precoda(Cassville, Missouri -formerly Lehigh Acres, FL)
Terry Walton
September 3, 2011
The 80's and 90's at LCLS was an exciting time, a pioneering time, a great time to be a librarian. Working with Jackie, Dorothy, Lex, and many others who still gather today for lunch, was not to be missed. All of us will miss Jackie, however, for being herself, most of all.
Terry Walton, LCLS, 1983-2000.
Elyse Levy Kennedy
August 29, 2011
Jacki was a terrific role model and trailblazer. When we worked together at MDPLS I always held her opinions and advice in the highest regard. She encouraged me, and many others, to be our best. I remember her as a staunch advocate of women's rights, a leader in the profession, and a friend with a wicked-good sense of humor. Her recommendations for books to read or films to see always hit the mark. Jacki's wit and intelligence made her a pleasure to work for and work with. When she and Al moved to Ft. Myers, she was greatly missed in Miami. One thing that always struck me was how she valued and truly enjoyed spending time with her husband and family. She enjoyed the company of her kids, and respected you as unique individuals. I was so happy to read that her final years were filled with so many grandchildren; I'll bet she appreciated each one for being special in a different way. I can picture her reading and telling stories to adoring grandchildren. I hope their memories of grandma give you lots of comfort during these difficult days.
Marianne Fielden
August 27, 2011
My memory of Jacki is strong yet gentle, firm yet kind. I send my deepest sympathy to her children and grandchildren for the loss of their loved one. Her strength will carry on through all of you.
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Linda Houston
August 24, 2011
A picture of Jacki should be in the dictionary next to the word mentor. She encouraged everyone who worked for her, and I have her to thank for pushing me to finish school and become a librarian.
Leta Hamm
August 24, 2011
Jacki Dick hired me from Portland Oregon in 1987 and was a mentor, supervisor and friend. She will be missed.
Sharon Hamman
August 24, 2011
Twenty –five years of memories, some in the library and some at happy hour, cannot be condensed to one sentence or paragraph. Jacki was a co-worker, advisor, fellow library lover, and so much more. We will miss her.
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