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Jean Didlake Obituary

DIDLAKE, Jean Martin, 85 passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Ruben and Mattie (Helen) Martin; sisters, Bernice Joyce, and Tilley Whitaker; brothers, Bobby Martin and Wayne Martin; husband John Edward Didlake, daughter Rita Oakley and son Keith Didlake. She is survived by her sister, Nancy Parker, daughter Tammy Bishop, grandchildren; Johnny Dent (Amanda), Nicole Leonard (Adam), Clinton Didlake (Amanda), Courtney Cole, Barry Cole, great grandchildren; Leighton, Aria, Lincoln, Finley, Darien, Addison, Luke and Landon. And many others who loved her dearly.

Jean was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed crafting, dancing, bowling and bunco.

A celebration of life will be held later.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Mar. 15, 2024.

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Mildred P. Pulley

March 21, 2024

Sending prayers to all her family, Jean was such a sweet kind and loving lady who loved her family dearly. She will be missed by all those who knew and loved her. RIP Jean as you are reunited with those I know you were missing

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