Norma Ruth, nee Dickey, Sauerwein, 92, of Coulterville, IL, formerly of Marissa, IL; born on February 27, 1924 in Randolph County, IL; passed away on Thursday, October 06, 2016 at the Coulterville Care Center in Coulterville, IL.

Mrs. Sauerwein was a homemaker. She was a member of the Marissa Presbyterian Church where she also belong to the Joy Circle. She was a member of the Grand Cote Community Club. Norma loved all types of crafts and was an avid quilter.

She was preceded in death by her parents – Paul and Olive, nee McKinley, Dickey. Her husband Raymond Sauerwein whom she married on May 29, 1942 in St. Louis, MO and who passed away on March 26, 2008. One brother – Robert Dickey. Two sisters – Fern Mulholland; Doris Goldschmidt.

She is survived by her daughters – Carolyn (Jim) Park of Tilden, IL; Rebecca (Shawn) Lynch of Champaign, IL. Her grandchildren – Lisa (Kevin) Park-Kerr; Matthew (Natalie) Park; Julia (Andrew) Holland; Aaron Werner. Her great grandchildren – Zachary Friedereck; Jacob Friedereck; Derek Kerr; Addisyn Hilligoss; Brandon Park; Alec Hilligoss; Braxton Holland. One brother – Wayne Dickey of San Diego, CA. One sister-in-law – Lauris Dickey of Marissa, IL.

Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.heilschuessler.com.

Memorials may be made to the Marissa Presbyterian Church or to the Coulterville Care Center.

Visitation: Friends may call at the Marissa Presbyterian Church in Marissa, IL on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Funeral: Memorial services will be held at the Marissa Presbyterian Church in Marissa, IL on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at 1:00pm with Rev. James Ryan officiating.

Internment: Burial will be held in the Marissa Township Cemetery in Marissa, IL.

Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL is in charge of arrangements.

1. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   My deepest sympathy on the loss of a wonderful lady. She brought joy to all around her.

   Posted by: Lindy (Weshinskey) Cearnal – Nashville, IL – Friend Oct 07, 2016

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2. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   So sorry for your loss, I enjoyed taking care of Norma, she was a genuinely good sweet person, she will be dearly missed❤❤❤

   Posted by: Michele Chandler – Coulterville, IL Oct 07, 2016

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3. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   Dear Becky and family, I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a very nice lady and made me feel welcome when I came to your house.

   Posted by: Lori Mavers Schneider – Paderborn, IL – Acquaintance Oct 08, 2016

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4. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you she enjoyed eating pie at Ben’s Diner many time her and mon were close over the years they were young my thoughts are with youall

   Posted by: A friend Oct 08, 2016

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5. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   Carolyn and Becky, so sorry for your loss. My mother Wilma considered your mother as a close friend while residing at Cedar Trail. Frequently their antics bringing joy and laughs to all around them. Her passing has left a void, that cannot be filled.

   Posted by: Donald Egelston – Freeburg, IL – Friend Oct 08, 2016

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6. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   To the family.She was a wonderful person.Prayers for all the family & all her dear friends.She will be missed

   Posted by: Kenny Adkins – Coulterville, IL – Friend Oct 11, 2016

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7. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 6:44 pm

   My condolences to the family. I have wonderful childhood memories.

   Posted by: Deborah Beckley Shepard – Jonesboro, IL – Friend Oct 27, 2016

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