William N. Dickson, 91

WESTBOROUGH - William N. "Bill" Dickson, 91, a resident at the Highlands, Westborough, MA passed peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2014.

Born in Bronx, NY, he graduated from Manhattan College and NY Law School and was a member of the Federal and NY Bar Association. In 1986, he retired from The Slattery Group, a national Engineering and Construction Contractor as an executive officer and legal counsel. He retired to Salem, SC before moving to Massachusetts in 2011. He was active in the Church and was member and usher at St. Francis Church in Walhalla, SC.

Bill served with the 3rd Army Infantry during WWII in Major campaigns in France, Germany and Austria and was awarded the Bronze Star and Combat Infantry badge.

He was a promoter of youth sports and the founder and longtime president of the Huntington Boys Club in LI NY. He was an active baseball and football coach and helped found the Diocese of Rockville Center, NY CYO Soccer program. He was an avid golfer and fly fisherman.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Christine R. Dickson; his five children, Kathleen LaScalza of Gainesville, FL, Stephen of Smithtown, NY, Barbara Goodale of Homer, NY, Christine Dickson of Berkeley, CA and Matthew of Boylston, MA. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Bill is predeceased by his brothers, George and Edward Dickson.

A period of calling hours will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2014 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester with his memorial service immediately following at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Bill can be made to: Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To share your thoughts and memories of Bill, please visit his personal guestbook at

www.mercadantefuneral.com

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Oct. 17 to Oct. 19, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Dickson

8 Entries

Patrick Dickson

October 27, 2014

Hi my name is Patrick Dickson Bill was my God father I always enjoyed visiting his home in Huntington NY I always like listening to him I wish we had lived closer growing up He told me a few personal things that still hold true today he had wisdom and insight.

W. Douglas Gentry, MD

October 23, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of Mr. Dickson's passing. We lift you up in our thoughts and prayers for the Holy Spirit to bring you peace and comfort
Family Medicine Associates

Richard Johnson

October 23, 2014

Dear Matt, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My experience a HBC is still a wonderful memory.

Steve Hake

October 22, 2014

Dear Matt & Gail,and the Dickson Family,

Maria & I and the Hake Family send our condolences.
We are so saddened to hear the loss of your Father. He has and always will forever in my life, be one of the most influential person to me. He has provided me with many opportunities. He has had a profound lasting positive attitude in my life and I will forever be grateful. It is because of him that I have been blessed with having the opportunity to have played sports which I know has contributed to being the reason for my success in what ever I pursue. I have so many exciting and great memories.He would always included me when I was with Matt,such as taking us to the yearly Manhasset Lacrosse Tournament were we would watch the NCAA College Teams play after the H.S.game.It always rained on that day, but it was always enjoyable. I am sure Matt remembers when we drove with his Dad and he would stop for some errands. When he got out, Matt would change the station on the radio to rock,and we would each have one of his Dad's crystal mints that were stashed in the ashtray. I still buy those mints and think of him when I have one. The best errand stop was at the cheese shop in Huntington. Matt and I would go inside with his dad and he would let us sample different types of cheeses. The best was when we would swipe a finger under the all natural peanut butter machine that would grind the nuts. These were just a few of the many memorable moments, but most of all I will always be thankful for the kindness Mr.Dickson has graciously given me, and the entire Dickson Family.
Love, Steve& Maria Hake and family

JO LEIBFRIED

October 18, 2014

DEAR CHRIS AND FAMILY.JUST READ THE OBIT. THIS MORNING IN THE SENECA JOURNAL.IF IT WASN,T FOR BILL WE WOULD NEVER HAVE FOUND KEEOWEE-KEY. OUR LIVES WERE SO BONDED SINCE THE TIME WE MET IN HUNTINGTON TILL OUR RETIREMENT TO THE KEY. SO MANY MEMORIES SO MANY YEARS.MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS.

Joan Kan

October 18, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris.
We knew Chris and Bill while they lived in Keowee Key, Salem SC.
Chris was an excellent bridge player and we played weekly at each others homes. Bill was always very gracious and pleasant! We miss them and pray for God's comfort at this time of loss.
Would like to tell Chris that our daughter Laura and family attend St. Francis in Walhalla when they are here at the lake. They enjoy the small church.
Miss you Chris.

Dr. Timothy Hoffman

October 18, 2014

Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

October 17, 2014

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

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