Mary J. Dierickx, 81, a resident of Lakeland, FL and also of Beaver Dam, WI passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at her home. Mary was born the daughter of August and Cleone (Quilty) Dierickx on May 28, 1936 in Big Rock, IA. Mary spent her career as an elementary school teacher throughout Iowa and Wisconsin. After her retirement, she continued to volunteer with hospitals and charities. Mary was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Lakeland, FL. She was a single mother who always put her children and family first. Mary is survived by her children: Rachel (Gladger Brooks Jr.) Dierickx of Greenfield, Kevin (Margaret) Dierickx of Milwaukee, and Lisa (Tyler Page) Dierickx of West Allis; her siblings: Jenella (Dick) Schwaller of Bozeman, MT, Chuck (Carolyn) Dierickx of Lakeland, FL, Christine Swanwick of Bettendorf, IA, and Dan Dierickx of Bettendorf, IA; her grandchildren, Julianna, Kenzie, Dolores, Angelo, Olivia, Eva, Vito; and further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers: Jim and Tom Dierickx. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, August 25, 2017 at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Beaver Dam from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Rev. Michael Erwin will officiate.
Mary J. Dierickx, 81, a resident of Lakeland, FL and also of Beaver Dam, WI passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at her home. Mary was born the daughter of August and Cleone (Quilty) Dierickx on May 28, 1936 in Big Rock, IA. Mary spent her career as an elementary school teacher throughout IowaContinue Reading
I was a friend of Mary's and would visit her in Florida occasionally. I truly enjoyed my visits and knew her thru the CAC in Milwaukee. I considered her an honest to goodness saint and admired her good works and kind, gentle spirit. I'm sorry I did not know of her passing.
Mary will be missed by all, with the Lord she sees all! The evilness of this world is gone from her and may she dance beautifully with the Lord and the heavenly Angels.
Always enjoyed her long letters at Christmas. Rest In Peace, Mary.
Mary will greatly be missed. She had such a loving heart and a beautiful soul. We shared many stories and loving moments as I cared for her every day in her finals months. She loved having Olivia there and watching her grow everyday! We would watch the sun set every evening from our deck while we talked about family, theology or current events. She holds a special place in my heart and in hearts of her grandchildren Dolores, Angelo and Olivia who love and miss her deeply. She enjoyed spending time with all of her friends and family that took the time to visit with her. Those moments meant so much to her!
As a child, we would open gifts from Aunt Mary on Christmas Eve (no easy task with 9 of us). She was always so thoughtful and generous. In the 1970s she was a "cool aunt". She had a Camaro and a condo and laughed with ease. She will be missed by many. M
Mommy..i miss you like crazy! I cant just call you anymore and it hurts..but i know your with God and happier than you have ever been! Now you get to see your beautiful grandkids adaline julianna kynslie eva vito angelo and olive everyday! Rest in heaven! Love you mom!!!
My thoughts and prayers to all MARY J family. She was a dear first cousin of mine.
We went to Boarding high school together too. RIP, Mary J.
MARY Flaherty. Davenport, Ia
I am so sorry to hear about Mary's passing. I volunteered with her at the hospital here in Lakeland. We both found out that we had Iowa in common,since I was born there,and she had lived there. I thought about her often and hoped she would get better.She we truly be missed.My deepest sympathies too all of her family.
The Bernat Family, (children of Chuck and Mary Regina Dierickx Bernat) sends our condolences to the family of Mary. May GOD Bless her soul.
Mrs. Dierickx will be missed. She was a mother and woman of faith. I pray for all her friends and family at this time, especially my dearest friend Rachel and Juliana. Prayers and love. Rest in heaven Mary :)
Mary touched my life many years ago in FL and I had the privilege to spend many Christmas's at Chucks and Moms. I'll never forget watching the many scribble games between Mary and Chuck.