Charlene Sue Hickman

Charlene Sue, daughter of Homer and Mildred (Holmes Shull) McCubbin, was born October 4, 1936, in Beason, Illinois. She grew up in Beason and Perry, Illinois, and graduated from Perry High School in 1954. Charlene then worked as a banquet cook at the Holiday Inn in Galesburg before taking a position in Davenport with Bendix Aviation.

On December 4, 1970, Charlene was united in marriage with Charles Rodney Hickman in Springfield, Illinois. She lovingly welcomed Rodney’s children, Dan and Lisa, as her own. Another daughter, Rhonda, was born to this couple. They made their home in Bettendorf and then Davenport before settling in Muscatine in 1972. Charlene then became a stay at home mom and started a rug weaving business called Creative Weaving. In 2004, Charlene and Rodney moved to an acreage near Manning to be closer to their daughter Rhonda. She continued weaving rugs until the fall of 2018.

Charlene was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Manning where she was active with the Ladies’ Guild. While in Muscatine she was active at New Era Lutheran Church. She was a fifth-generation rug weaver and enjoyed weaving old-fashioned rag rugs and hats in a circle loom. Charlene enjoyed her time in the kitchen. She was an avid reader and wonderful cook, especially her homemade egg noodles and wedding cakes. “Dump, Mix, Dash, Taste”

On Monday, June 8, 2020, Charlene passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at her home near Manning. She was 83 years, 8 months and 4 days of age.

Charlene is survived by her husband Rodney Hickman of Manning; three children: Rhonda Grimm and husband Ken of Manning; Dan Hickman and special friend Amy of Des Moines; Lisa Roake of LaGrange, Georgia; seven grandchildren: Kourtney Grimm and special friend Cody Jimmerson; Renee Grimm; Eric (Cassandra) Hickman; Caitlin Hickman; Elizabeth (Tyler) Roberts; David (Kera) Roake; and Michael Roake and special friend Tallora; two great-grandchildren: Declan and Violet; two brothers: Greg Shull of Maroa, Illinois, and Lloyd Shull and wife Deborah of Mesa, Arizona; and by many other relatives and friends.

Tributes

Lorraine & Jerry Geoghegan wrote on Jun 16, 2020:

"Extending our deepest sympathies on your loss."

Mike Griffin wrote on Jun 15, 2020:

"Aunt Charlene blessed this world for many years. Its been a long time since I have seen her, but I have some great memories visiting her and Great Grandma Mildred when I was younger. Her presence on this earth will be missed by many."

Ron and Susie Schilling wrote on Jun 14, 2020:

"Char was such a sweet lady and I have to add...a wonderful cook. I so enjoyed visiting with her at Ladies Guild and so enjoyed trying her many delicious desserts. May God comfort her family and know she is in the arms of her Savior and at peace. You were so blessed to have her. Ron and Susie"

Shirley McDaniel wrote on Jun 13, 2020:

"Kenny and I send our deepest sympathy,"

Becki n Al Ehlers wrote on Jun 12, 2020:

"Sorry to hear of Charlenes passing. Always enjoyed talking with her. Charlene always gave you her full attention whenever you saw her and had time to visit. Truly missed seeing her at Guild when it became to hard to come join us. Rest well Charlene!"

Libby (Griffin) Goldberg wrote on Jun 10, 2020:

"Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs as we remember my Aunt Charlene"

In loving memory of

Charlene Sue Hickman
October 4, 1936 - June 8, 2020

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