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1930
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2011
Josephine Dickens Obituary
POUGHKEEPSIE - Josephine Dickens of Poughkeepsie, NY went on to glory on June 1, 2011 in Port Jefferson, NY at the age of 80.
She is survived and loved by her daughter, Brenda Smith, her son, Ernest Dickens, Jr., two grandchildren Diami Virgilio and Cayla Dickens and two great-grandchildren, Xael and Nayeli Virgilio.
Josephine was born in Colon, Panama and lived in San Andres, Colombia and Panama City. She married Ernest Dickens in 1959 and moved to Poughkeepsie where she became a successful entrepreneur, providing comfort and care to the infirm as a certified nurse's aide throughout the Hudson Valley for over 30 years.
She is predeceased by her husband Ernest Dickens, her sister, Annette Newball-Washington and her daughter Sheila Dickens.
Visitation is Tuesday, June 7, 2011, from 10 - 11AM, at the Joseph J. Darrow, Sr. Funeral Home, Inc., 39 So Hamilton St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 452-1840.
Funeral services will be immediately following at 11AM with Reverend Donald Smith officiating. Interment in the family plot, Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.
Condolences may be e-mailed to [email protected].
Please visit our website at WWW.Darrowfuneralhome.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Josephine Dickens
6 Entries
verna HICKS
May 30, 2022
In loving memories of my friend. I'll keep the light burning . Missing you dearly
Neil Tarver
June 8, 2011
Dear Ernest and Brenda,
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. In many ways I feel she was part my mother too. Growing up next door to you and playing together as children, I have many fond memories of Mrs. Dickens. "Pearl". Playing bingo. Eating supper with you sometimes. I remember visiting at your house one time and listening to some of her wonderful stories about growing up in Panama. She was always a very sweet, and quiet lady with that very distinctive soft voice. I share your loss and you and your family have my prayers for comfort during your time of grief. Nolonger your next door neighbor, but still your friend for life. May God Bless You and Keep You.
June 7, 2011
Brenda And Family. Sorry to hear about your mom. May God give you the comfort you need at this time. Hold unto the many memories you shared. Be Blessed Donna Johnson
Angela Bellamy
June 6, 2011
Brenda & Ernie
Understanding the Pain and Am Sorry for the Loss of Your MOMMY
You look back on memories you forgot you had, and at times you'll smile even though it hurts so bad. Your mother is a special woman and no one can take her place, you’ll find a piece of mind when you remember her smiling face. Your mother flies high above the rest, and in your hearts always and forever she will be the best. I know it hurts no one is ever ready to say good-bye.
She knows you cry at night; as you drift off to sleep let her memory hold you tight.She will be your guardian angel through the rest of your life, helping lead you on the path amid wrong and right. Your mother loves you so very much and her love will always remain true, A mother’s love is like no other in the whole world, she has the most wonderful memories of a little girl and boy. She has taken them with her, up to Heaven free of pain which is her new home to stay. So although you cannot see her and you wish she could be there, your mother will always care.
A mother does not forget the two greatest loves of her life, and she loved nothing more than being your mommy, and your daddy's wife. She is so proud of her family and that's in her heart to stay, so as you cry your tears remember your mother’s love, being sent to you from her, from the beautiful Heaven above. She will be there through your good times, she will be there through your bad, she’ll be there when you are happy, and she’ll be there when you’re sad. Because MOMMY lives inside YOU. It is never goodbye because it is difficult to bear the pain. Instead we say I love you Mom, until we meet again.
Evelyn (Jones) Worthy
June 6, 2011
To Brenda and Family, my heart goes out to you all at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your brother and the entire family. Take care and God Bless.
VERNA HICKS
June 5, 2011
BRENDA,
TAKE CONFORT IN KNOWING THAT NOW YOU HAVE A SPECIAL GUARDIAN ANGEL TO WATCH OVER YOU.
LOVE YA, MAMA V AND DONNELL HICKS
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