Delores Hutchison
Delores Mae (Dibble) Hutchison, 92, of Staples passed away peacefully April 21, 2021.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 28 at the Staples Church of Christ with Rev. Barry Klein officiating. Friends may gather from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. prior to the services at the church.
If you wish to attend the service but are not comfortable gathering with others you may listen to the service in the church parking lot, tuning to FM 87.7.
Delores was born on August 8, 1928 (8/8/28 if asked) to Henry and Elizabeth Dibble in Fairmont, one of 10 children. DeDe, (her high school nickname), was a 1948 graduate of Fairmont High School. She married Melvin Carl Hutchison Nov. 21, 1948 after the fall harvest season. The union was blessed with five children and 71 years together, after Melvin’s passing in the fall of 2019.
Delores lived her life by the words written on the front cover of her Bible: “Work for Christ. What You Believe, You will Practice.” Delores loved her 14 grand children and holding a new baby, grand or otherwise, was the highlight for her. DeDe was game for Kings Corners, Solitare with any of her grandchildren, but the time could not interfere with her “shows”. Delores often kept her fingers busy while watching her shows by crocheting items for any milestone: births, birthdays, graduation, weddings or just because. Delores looked forward to the opportunity of eating out because no cooking was required, as she didn’t enjoy cooking. Delores AKA: DeDe, Mom, Grandma, Itty Bitty or (insert nickname you recall).
Mom will be missed by five children, one son, Dennis of Staples and four daughters, Karen (John) Mehr of Paynesville, Peggy of Cokato, June (Pat) Pawelk of Howard Lake and DeeAnn (Lawrence) Hayes of Akeley. Grandma found delight upon the birth and watching the growth of 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren, the youngest due in August.
Delores was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; all of her siblings (four brothers and five sisters) and her parents.
Delores wishes for her final resting place to be with her Daddy in Fairmont. Her family extends graditude for the care, time and loving patience shared by all with both Delores and Melvin during their stays at The Manor, Lakewood Care Center and Hospice, Staples in addition to the Staples Church of Christ (Pastor Barry). Melvin and Delores were surrounded by caregivers and friends whom seemed more like family.
In remembrance of Delores and Melvin, the family prefers donations to The Manor, Lakewood Health System Care Center and Hospice, Staples, to honor the support and care shared with Melvin and Delores during the last chapter of life.
Cremation and services provided by Taylor Funeral Home and the Church of Christ, 27343 490th St, Staples. More information available at www.taylorfunerals.com.
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