Elizabeth “Betty” Dees, 79, of Coello, IL, passed away Feb. 7, 2015 at Herrin Hospital.
She was born Jan. 9, 1936 in Dowell, IL, the daughter of Dorris Hickman and Helen (Probst) Hickman.
She was a secretary at Christopher High School and a member of Coello Baptist Church.
Betty was married to Donald Dees and he survives in Coello.
She is survived by two sons, John and Kimmy Dees, of Coello and Bryan Dees, of Coello; grandchildren Daniel Dees and Derek Dees and step granddaughter Michele Dees; a brother James Hickman, of Alabama.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Betty’s wishes were to be cremated with no services.
Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, IL is in charge of arrangements.
For more information visit gilbertfuneralhomes.com.
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