Palma M. 'Polly' Wickum

Wickum, Palma M. "Polly" Died peacefully under hospice care at age 97. Polly, longtime resident of Richfield, was preceded in death by husband, Roy, and sisters, Margaret McIntyre and Ruth Fredrickson. Survived by children, Bonnie (Shorty) McWilliams, Bettie Hauser, Bill (Deb) Wickum, Beth Wickum (Dudley Flamm); 8 grandchildren; many great- and great-great-grandchildren; sisters, JoAnn Greseth, Clarice "Cize" Berg and many other loving relatives and friends. Polly's kindness, warmth and bright spirit endeared her to all who knew her. Her faith sustained her throughout her long life, and she expressed her faith in acts of love and service. Polly was a true Pollyanna, who saw the bright side of every situation and the best aspects of every person. Her family wishes to thank her many caregivers who helped her with such kindness. Funeral service Tuesday 11:00 a.m. at Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 7045 Lyndale Ave. S. in Richfield. Interment alongside her husband, Roy, at Lakewood Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 1 hour prior to service at church. Memorials preferred to Oak Grove Lutheran Church. GILLBROTHERS.com BLOOMINGTON, MN 952.888.7771

Published on October 30, 2016