Rosemary Johnson Dyke

Rosemary Johnson Dyke


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Mar 20th, 2015

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  • Death Date: Mar 20, 2015

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Biography: Rosemary Johnson Dyke (Mrs. John Benton "Tony" Dyke) of Little Rock passed away surrounded with her loved ones on March 20, 2015. Rosemary was the daughter of Rose Camille and Charles Roland Johnson of Hartman, AR and was predeceased by her husband, Tony Dyke after 49 years of marriage. She is survived by her son, John Benton "J" Dyke Jr. and his life partner, Garry Mertins, and her daughter, Allison Dyke Pickell and her husband, Slocum Pickell and their two children, Ashton and Alexandra. Her constant rise to the top of everything she did started in high school, when she was State Secretary of F.H.A. and Salutatorian of the Hartman High School Class of 1952. "Rose" as Tony called her, blossomed further in college at the University of Arkansas as a member of Pi Beta Phi eventually becoming the president that signed the documents for the move to the new house on Maple street. She married John Benton "Tony" Dyke out of college and moved a number of places short term before settling in Tulsa where she and Tony adopted John Benton "J." Dyke Jr. While there she was a member of the Junior League, Children's Day Nursery and president of the Junior Alumni of Pi Beta Phi. In 1965, the couple moved to Little Rock where their daughter, Allison Dyke Pickell was adopted. In Little Rock, she was active in many organizations. She was a member of the Junior League, becoming chairman of the Bargain Barn store, provisionals trainer and a member of the placement committee. As a member of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, she was chairman of the church Bazar, the woman's group, a member of the vestry, alter guild and flower guild. She was very active with the Arkansas Arts Center eventually becoming a board member and a co-chairman of Tabriz. She was on the board of Easter Seals, Red Cross, the Alumni Foundation of the University of Arkansas and CARTI. Later she became interested in miniatures and became a craftsman of plants for the miniature world. She became national secretary of the N.A.M.E., the National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts and was selected a fellow of the International Guild of Miniature Artisans. Seeing a need for stylish large size clothing, she and Cynthia Mason opened Plumpretty dress shop which was successfully operated for 15 years. After the death of her beloved Tony, she became interested again in bridge and earned her life master certification quickly. The family requests no flowers be sent but knows she would be pleased for any donations in her honor to be made to Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Trinity Episcopal Cathedral and Potluck Food Rescue. Like the popular song of of the 70's, we knew "love grows where my Rosemary goes". She will be sorely missed. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Cathedral on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. followed by burial at Mount Holly Cemetery. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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Pam Wardlaw Cathey
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jay, my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. I pray that your many wonderful memories will give you comfort and peace.
Todd Rose
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jay -- condolences to you on the loss of your mother. Peace to you during this time.

Todd Rose
Iboo Miller
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Allison & Jay -

I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your precious mom. She was always so dear and one of my mom's favorites. Sending you both hugs!!!

Iboo
Porter briggs
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We send you our sincere condolences Jay.

Diane and porter
Scott Clement
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jay and Allison, wishing you and your families comfort and compassion in your time of loss.

Scott
Andrew Saunders
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Allison, Jay & Gary,

I have only the loveliest memories of your mother and my thoughts and prayers are of you at this time. Rosemary touched the world with her warmth, her creativity, and her wonderful outlook on life.

I wish you only happy memories, peace, and love.

Warmly,
Andrew

Kathe and Randy Sumbles
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Allison, Jay and family our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathe
Robin Jones
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Rosemary's family. My life was enriched, having known Rosemary. What a beautiful and loving person she was. May her memory be eternal.

Robin Jones
wade & Glena Bratton
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Allison please accept our condolences.





Please accept our condolences.

The Brattons







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