Lucille Dodd

Lucille Dodd, 94, of Robinson, IL, formerly of West York, IL, passed away on May 1, 2023. Born on October 8, 1928, in Marshall, IL, Lucille lived a vibrant life filled with love for her family, friends, and the great outdoors. She was a dedicated and hardworking woman who held various jobs throughout her life. Years ago, she took care of area cemeteries by mowing their lawns and keeping them pristine for visitors. She also helped maintain the cleanliness of local schools and banks. For a time, she lived in Fairbanks, AK, where she put her culinary skills to work as a cook in a restaurant. Her tenacity and work ethic inspired all who knew her.

Those who shared fond memories with Lucille couldn't help but recall her fun-loving nature and her passion for the outdoors. An avid gardener, she cherished her flowers and tended her garden with great care. Despite her undeniable green thumb, her family often joked that they didn't inherit this skill from her. Lucille also enjoyed fishing, camping, and mushroom hunting in her free time, instilling a love for nature in the hearts of everyone around her.

Lucille never missed a game of Bingo every Wednesday at the senior center, where she enjoyed the company of her daughter, Betty and friends. With a fascination for all living creatures, Lucille adored watching redbirds, butterflies, and other wildlife from her window. Her love for birdwatching was a hobby she held dear for many years, often accompanied by her trusty binoculars. In fact, one of her favorite tokens was her red cardinal solar light, which warmed her heart when it lit up every night.

Above all, Lucille's life revolved around her family, particularly her beloved daughter and grandchildren. Where you saw one, you saw the other. While she could have a stubborn streak at times, her nurturing spirit never failed to shine through. Though she was a private person, her tight embraces were proof of the immense love she held for all her loved ones. In loving memory of Lucille Dodd, let us embrace her vivacious spirit, her deep love for family, and her unwavering passion for life. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her but will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched.

Lucille is survived by her daughter, Betty Seeley; her grandchildren, Robin & Edwin Lopez, Merlyn Seeley, Jr., and Misty Arnold; and her great-grandchildren, Ashley, Brandy, Whitney, Aiden, Travis, Trevor, Stacy, Kelley, Alyssa, Lacey, and Ethan. She will also be fondly remembered by her 14 great-great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. Lucille has now reunited with her first husband, Vern Carter, who passed away on April 14, 1951; her second husband, Frank Dodd, who preceded her in death on November 23, 1997; her parents, Gail and Stella Remlinger; her siblings, Dale Remlinger, Irene Thompson, Louise Lathrop, Clarence Remlinger, Fred Remlinger, Jack Remlinger, and Harry Remlinger; and her grandchildren, Haley Rudeseal and Claude Newman, III.

A time of visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 6th, at the Prust-Hosch Funeral Home in West Union. Funeral services will immediately follow and be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home, with Pastor Jason Safirt officiating. For those unable to attend, a recording of the service will eventually be available at www.goodwinefuneralhomes.com/live-stream/live-stream.

Burial will be in the Medsker Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the "Medsker Cemetery", with envelopes available at the funeral home.