Della Mae Dykes

Della Mae Dykes departed from this life May 13, 2025, in Richland, Wash.

Della was born in Lincoln, Neb., on Dec. 31, 1925, to Marzetta (Carter) and Floyd Peery.

Della was a child of God and faithfully attended the Royal Baptist Church. Della’s love for her family, friends and God is what kept her active and engaging for 99 years. Della had many friendships that lasted over 60-plus years. While her friendships were a blessing, her favorite role was Mom and Grandma. Mom’s passion was cooking and baking for her family and friends. Mom didn’t just serve a meal; she presented a feast that was stirred up with her love. 

Della is survived by her children, Roberta (and Steve) Pitts of Oregon, Rebecca (and Dennis) Venable of Cheney, Wash., Marsha Meyers of Spokane, Wash., and James Dykes of Royal City, Wash.; 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Dorothy Curtis of Helper, Utah, and Ava Wilson of Mitchell, Neb., and many other family members.

Della was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather George Glantz; five siblings; in-laws Howard and Elva Dykes; beloved husband Lauren Dykes; daughter Cynthia Michel, daughter-in-law Judy Dykes; son-in-law Nick Meyers; grandsons David Pitts and Ian Dykes; granddaughter-in-law Krista Dykes; and great-grandson Cole Michel. 

Mother will be laid to rest next to her husband at Royal Memorial Gardens. A celebration of life service will be May 23, 2025, at 2 p.m. at New Life Fellowship Church of Royal City, 117 Camelia Street NW. Pastor Tony Greer will be officiating the service.

Kayser’s Chapel of Memories is caring for the family. Della’s life story is available at Kayserschapel.com.