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Richard Dickson Obituary
Richard passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sept. 15, 2010 after a lengthy illness, in Vallejo, Calif. He was 67. Richard was the third of 12 children born to Clinton and Lena Dickson, Sr. on Nov. 4, 1942, in Shreveport, La.
Richard, well known in Vallejo for his "golden vocal cords," loved to sing and draw. He was an accomplished artist in both fields. For many years, Richard had a successful singing career with John Turk and the 3rd. St. Annex, featuring Richard Dickson.
Richard was a fun-loving person and thoroughly enjoyed all family affairs.
He was preceded in death by his father, Clinton Dickson, Sr. He leaves behind his loving daughter, Shannon Dickson; his mother, Mother Lena Dickson; six brothers; five sisters; and a host of in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family would like to send a "special thanks" to the care-givers at the Windsor Vallejo Care
Center, who had taken care of him for several years. A private memorial for family members has already been held.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Dickson
Lisa Nobumoto
April 2, 2021
Dickson was my first guide in my life as a 19-year old girl who helped me “choose” in life my career path and set me out toward the direction my heart gravitated.... music. I’ve never turned back since that moment. I am appreciative and so grateful to have spent those formative years of my
young adulthood being guided toward my inner light by Dickson! The last time I saw him I was performing in Vallejo California with Norman Connors. Unexpectedly, a man walked up to me and said “baby you made it!“ I hadn’t seen Dickson in 25 years and I didn’t know who he was at the time. And he didn’t say. But later I reflected and remembered. Thank you Dickson for your guidance, support, and protection as I set out “on my skateboard” (our analogy) to find my way through life and love. You were right, dear heart. Life is long... so I did what you told me... I fastened my seatbelt.” Much love, chanting, and prayers for you, from me... always! To your daughter Shannon: I’ve never seen a man so proud of his daughter as Dickson was so proud of you! You were very lucky to have him! He was a phenomenal influence in my life... I’m happy I had 3 years to learn the “game of life” from him before setting out on the long winding road alone as a “music-woman.” I thank him for that knowledge. Much love to you and your family. Lisa Nobumoto (310) 437–9115.
Johnesa Reynolds
March 8, 2021
FBI.P I just found out about you sir!!!
October 17, 2010
To the Dickson Family you have my deepest sympathy and my prayers. Grace Burks(Morgan-Bohanon).
Geraldine Nickolas
October 4, 2010
Mother Dickson & Family
Let me offer my codolence to you and the family to be absent from the
body is to be present with the Lord. Oeace and Blessings Geraldine Nickolas and Nickolas Family
October 4, 2010
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF RICHARD. I REMEMBER HIM SINGING IN A GROUP CALLED "THE WEBS" OF WHICH MY HUSBAND L. J. JOHNSON AND I BELIEVE LOUIE BRUNSON WERE MEMBERS. OH WHAT A HEAVENLY CHOIR THERE IS GOING TO BE.
JOHNNI RANDLE-JOHNSON
Cheryl Scruggs James
October 1, 2010
The Scruggs Family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Dickson family. Richard was extremely pleasant, always smiling and had nothing but great things to say. Richard will truly be missed. Our prayers are with you, God Bless.
Betty, Brenda & Harold Calhoun
October 1, 2010
The Calhoun Family would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Dickson Family. Please know that you are in our prayers. R.I.P. Brother Richard...
October 1, 2010
So sorry for your loss. I went to Junior High with Richard and was very impressed with him. Though I only knew him a few years I never forgot him. He always had a smile and made people laugh. He was one of my favorite people during those years. Even then he was musically inclined and extremely entertaining. Richard was a beautiful person and stood heads above his peers.
Nancy (Abram) Todaro
September 30, 2010
Dear Sister Dickson, our prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God surround you with His comfort and love.
Christal Tyler, (Sacramento, CA) &
Daniel Tyler, (American Canyon, CA)
gloria lombard
September 30, 2010
To my niece in Christ,Shannon Dickson, her grandmother Lena Dickson & her Uncles & Aunts, may God bless you & keep you near to his heart always.
Vernell Ford Brown & son Kevin Rogers
Effie Dudley
September 30, 2010
To Mother Dixon,
My condelences to your and your family and may the peace of God be with the family.
Effie Dudley
John Tolliver
September 30, 2010
To the Family of Richard Dickson, we are saddened to hear of his passing. I had the opportunity to visit him, and share 'old time' Vallejo memories.
We extend our deepest sympathy. May God bless you and keep you in this time of sorrow, please know our prayers are with you!
John & Ella Tolliver
Pauline Jefferson-Mathis
September 29, 2010
To the Family and Loved Ones; I remember that beautiful voice he had more than anything. May GOD Bless You All.
Norman (Puncho) McLeod
September 29, 2010
The McLeods, Vales & Wileys would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Dickson Family. Your loss is greatly felt by not only our Family but The communities of those who grew up in Chabot, and Country Club Crest. May God Bless you all and stay strong.
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