Thelma M. Dickinson, 97

Posted By: Phyllis Muzerollon: May 13, 2018In: Obituaries

Thelma Mae (Kennedy) Dickinson, 97, beloved by her family, was called home to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 5, 2018. She was born January 21, 1921, to James and Mae (Ashline) Kennedy in Chelsea, VT. Upon graduation, she attended Wilfred Academy in Boston to learn the art of hairdressing.

She married Chelsea native Stanley Dickinson in 1945 three days before he shipped out with the 13th Airborne Division for France. After his return, they lived a short time in Strafford, VT, before permanently relocating to Springfield, VT. They were happily married for 57 years.

Thelma became a devoted Christian in her late 30’s and remained a faithful follower of Christ from that point on. She was a compassionate, generous and much-loved woman. The best wife, mom and grammy anyone could ask for. She enjoyed doing hair for friends and family into her 80’s. Thelma was well known for her raised doughnuts and a wide variety of delicious baked items. Her beautiful smile and gentle spirit blessed all who knew her. She will be dearly missed.

She leaves behind daughters Jean Gilmore and her husband Carl (Hillsborough, NJ) and Patty Dickinson (Claremont, NH). Three grandchildren: Charles Way and Nicole Gilmore (Hillsborough, NJ) and Randy Crawford (Chico, CA). One great-granddaughter Lily Crawford (Chico, CA). Also two sisters, Vida Martin and Beverly Lyon and two brothers Ernest and Philip Kennedy along with many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Stan in 2002; also by two brothers Carl and Lawrence Kennedy.

A celebration of Thelma’s life will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to: The Carmencita Gomez Fund, c/o Springfield Church of Christ, P. O. Box 160, Springfield, VT 05156. This memorial fund helps children with the cost of going to Gander Brook Christian Camp.

Her family extends their heartfelt gratitude to her dedicated caregivers and other staff members at Elm Wood Center in Claremont, NH, and the caring Hospice staff of VNH.

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