Madelene

Dickerson

Ima Madelene Dickerson, a beloved resident of Pineland, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on December 31, 1937, in San Augustine County, Texas, to James Melton Lane and Eva Mae Morton Lane, Madelene was known for her love and kindness throughout her long and fulfilling life.

For many years, Madelene dedicated her time and talents as a restaurant manager at the Pines Snack Bar in Pineland, where she was known for her warm smile and unwavering dedication. Her faith was an essential part of her life, and she was a longtime member of the Bethal Chapel Baptist Church in Pineland.

Madeline found immense joy in watching her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even great-great-grandchildren grow and thrive. Her family was her greatest treasure, and her love for them was boundless.

Madeline was preceded in death by her parents, James and Eva Lane; her son-in-law, Tommy King; her sisters, Thelma Lee Bobbitt and Wilma Fay Lane; and her grandsons, Jason Dickerson and William King.

She is survived by her son, Jerry Dickerson, and his wife, Matilda, of Pineland; her daughters, Vicky Armstrong and husband, Sonny, of Pineland, and Linda King of Appleby. Madelene was blessed with the companionship of her special friends, Marie McBride and Audrey Boyett, who stood by her side with unwavering support.

Her legacy lives on through her cherished grandchildren: Dewayne Armstrong, Fallon Durrett and husband, Josh, Angela Mobley, Juliah King, Tate Lane, Reid Lane, Christy Dickerson, and Riley Jacks and husband, Hunter. Madelene was also the proud great-grandmother to 13 wonderful great-grandchildren and six great great grandchildren, who were the light of her life and the source of her greatest joy.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Starr Funeral Home, 510 Starr Street in Hemphill, Texas.

A service to celebrate Madelene's life will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in Starr Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Curtis White and Bro. Burl McBride officiating.

Burial will follow services in Bethal Chapel Cemetery.  Serving as pallbearers are Josh Durrett, Josh Whitton, Ray Craig, David West, Tate Lane, and Cayne Dickerson.

The Dickerson family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Legacies Nursing Home and Harbor Hospice for the compassionate care and support provided to Madelene in her final days. Their kindness and dedication went above and beyond and is a great comfort to all who loved her.

Madelene leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and faith. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and friends forever.

Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome.com.