Doris M. Dinkens' Obituary
Doris Marie Dinkins, 73, of Decatur, IL, passed away peacefully January 14, 2019 at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Doris was born January 26, 1945 in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Clifford and Florence (Baker) Grant.
She married Billy Dinkins and he preceded her in death. Doris was a laborer for many different companies locally including ADM. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family and watching TV.
Surviving are her children Joseph Grant of Lincoln, IL, Alan Grant (Amy) of Decatur, IL, Ranae Butler of Lincoln, IL; grandchildren, Brook Silotto, AJ Grant, Candace Grant, Nichole Butler, Dylan Adkins and several great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy; fiance, Jack; both parents; brother, Lynn Grant and sister, Marcia Grant.
Graveside services to celebrate the life of Doris Dinkins will be 1 p.m., Saturday, March 9, 2019, at Graceland Cemetery.
Memorials: Decatur Macon County Humane Society.
Condolences may be left to Doris’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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