Mrs. Bovinette was a loving woman, caregiver, as well as an avid seamstress. In her free time she enjoyed playing bingo, doing puzzles, crossword puzzles, and watching her beloved St. Louis Cardinals. Dolores earned her GED in 1983 graduating the same year as her granddaughter Annette. She was an Avon lady for several years and because of her personal commitment and dedication, Dolores was an Avon President's Club Member. She loved selling Avon and made many friends along that journey. She always loved attending family events, especially her great grandson, Robert Bland's football games. At the age of 91, she attended his Triad High School graduation which was a proud moment for her. Mrs. Bovinette’s family appreciates the care provided by her friends, Janet Gruber and Janice.
She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Bovinette, Sr.; a son, Charles Bovinette, Jr.; a daughter, Gloria Jean Lecato; her parents, Herman and Teresa H., nee Murphy, Mandeville; a son-in-law, Ray Lecato; a brother, James Mandeville; and a sister, Shirley Mayfield.
Dolores is survived by a daughter, Susan “Suzie” Bovinette. Susan provided the love, care and attention to all her mother’s needs which allowed Dolores to remain in the comfort of her own home. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren, Annette (Steve) Bland of Troy, IL, Douglas (Kim) Lecato of Michigan, and Richard Bovinette of Michigan; 5 great-grandchildren, Alexa, Morgan, Ricky, Antonio, and Robert; 7 great-great grandchildren; and her dedicated neighbors, Scott Rachaels and Carol Helmkamp.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.valhallagardensandfuneralhome.com. Memorials are requested to Monroe County Helping Strays, 4221 Hanover, Columbia, IL 62236; Vitas Hospice, 8 Executive Drive, Fairview Heights, IL 62208; or to the American Legion Post #581, 375 E. Locust, Columbia, IL 62236.
Per Dolores’ wishes, cremation rites were accorded. A committal service will be held in the spring of 2021 at Valhalla Gardens of Memory in Belleville.
