Jeanette Edwards

Dickerson

Jeanette Edwards Dickerson, 79, of Richmond, died February 4, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Geneva Davis and King Solomon Dickerson.

She was educated in the Northampton County Public School System. In later years she advanced her education by attending Smithdeal-Massey Business College and J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College.

In 1964 Jeanette married Melvin Pace and from this union was born a daughter, Michele Denice Pace.

Jeanette attended the Piney Grove Baptist Church in Jackson, North Carolina. In 1962, she moved to Richmond and joined Trinity Baptist Church. After moving to Manakin-Sabot, she joined her husband and became a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Once Isaac and Jeanette moved to Glen Allen, she then joined St. Peter Baptist Church where she served as an usher.

On July 31, 1999, Jeanette was united in holy matrimony to the late Isaac G. Dickerson. They shared a very strong bond that was formed and blessed by God.

Jeanette was employed by Richmond Memorial Hospital for 8-½ years and Richfood, Inc. for 33 years. On June 4, 2004, Jeanette retired as Supervisor of the Data Entry Department.

Her favorite scripture was Psalm 23. She always thanked God for watching over her and giving her strength.

Left to cherish her memories are her devoted daughter, Michele P. Stills (Daren); two granddaughters, Alesa J. Pace and Tatyana M. Stills; four sisters; nine brothers; a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd.