Dora Strome

Dora Imogene Strome, daughter of Lenard Buckner & Frances (Chase) Buckner, was born May 31, 1917 in New Burnside, Illinois. She departed this life Wednesday morning, November 19, 2003, at 11:30 AM at the Eldorado Care Center in Eldorado, IL. At the time of her passing, Jean had attained the age of 86 years 5 months & 19 days.

Jean was united in marriage to Warren J. “Stormy” Strome. He preceded her in death.

Jean is survived by: a Sister – Lucille Dameron, and her husband Bill, of Humboldt, TN; Nieces & Nephews – Mike & Pat Dameron of Humboldt, TN, Ray & Lucille Deason and Robert & Frances Deason all of Evansville, IN, & Betty Pruett, and the late Steve, of Newburgh, IN; Great Nieces & Great Nephews.

In addition to her Parents & Husband, Jean was preceded in death by: a Sister – Iva Mounce and a Step Sister – Murl Deason.

Jean had served as an Avon representative. She had also worked as a Hostess at Two Tony’s Restaurant in Carmi, Illinois.
Jean was a member of the Carmi First Baptist Church.

Jean leaves her family & many friends to cherish her memory.

A Private Graveside Service was conducted Saturday morning, November 22, 2003, at 11 AM at the Vienna Fraternal Cemetery. Rev. Bill Gholson officiated.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.