Francine Van Dyke
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Francine Van Dyke of Inverness, FL passed away at New Horizons Assisted Living Facility on June 27, 2021 at the age of 97. She was born to the late Harold E. and Mildred (Bartlett) Owens in Elwood, IN on April 4, 1924. In 1942, Francine graduated high school in Anderson, IN at the age of 18. She was married to Billy L. Van Dyke, her loving husband of 68 years until his passing on November 22, 2014. Francine and Billy made Citrus County their home in 1989 after relocating from Barnesville, GA. In her spare time she enjoyed writing and was an avid reader. Francine was very musical and greatly enjoyed playing the piano. Her other favorite pastime activities include spending time with her family. Those left to mourn Francine's passing include her sons: Jay Van Dyke, Jerry Van Dyke, Michael Van Dyke and Steven Van Dyke, all of Inverness, FL and David Van Dyke (Julie) of Middletown, IN; She is also survived by a multitude of grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Francine was preceded in death by her dear sister, Harriett Miller. Following cremation, Francine will be laid to rest in Anderson, IN at a later date. Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness, FL.