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Buel Dickson Obituary

Buel J. Dickson Former Great Falls resident Buel J. Dickson passed away April 15, 2011 at the age of 76. He suffered from Alzheimer's disease for the last 5 years. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on April 23, 2011 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Gig Harbor. Cremation will take place under the direction of Haven of Rest in Gig Harbor, WA. Buel was born January 23, 1935 in Harlem, MT, the son of Francis Dickson and Joyce McGee. The family moved to Neihart, MT when Buel was young, and he graduated from Neihart High School. He joined the Great Falls Police Department in 1960, retiring in February 1980. Buel was a jack-of-all-trades. In his off hours he built houses, drove truck, worked in his stone quarry and also operated a fiberglass business. In 1980 he married Cynthie Chavez Dickson. In 1987 they moved to Gig Harbor, WA where he resided until the time of his death. He was preceded in death by his parents. Buel is survived by his wife; 6 daughters, Christy (Bob) Pfennigs of Great Falls, Terri Anderson of Great Falls, Shelly (Lloyd) Walker of Choteau, MT, Jana (Don) Shelley of Mesa, AZ, Kimberly (Shane) Debban of Filer, ID and Kylee (Vincent) Genetti, of Richland, WA, 2 sons, Buel Dickson of Great Falls, MT, and Jason (Melissa) Dickson of Mesa, AZ; 27 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 20, 2011.

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Peggy (Sharon) Yearout

May 5, 2011

Christy and Families,
Take care and I was sorry to hear about your Dad, I only meet him once long time ago.. May God Bless you all...

Bruce Nelson

April 29, 2011

Buel was always willing to help anyone.
It seems like just a day or so ago we stood talking, cracking a few good jokes.
But, it was a number of years. I wish Cynthie success and always remember the good times. I wish you well. A long time friend of you both.
Bruce Nelson, Jr.

Ralph/Kathy Bellande

April 25, 2011

Cynthie
We were saddened to hear from Brooke of your loss, and we realize many people have lost a blessing from God.

Our memories of Buel are many; the soccer games, the 4th of July, the pinochle games to name a few.

We pray you, Kylee and your family have peace and strength at this time. You have our deepest sympathies.

God Bless.

April 22, 2011

Cynthie,
I am sadden by your loss and wish I had come to see yall more often. I remember the years we spent together on the police dept. He was always there to help me out when in need. He has been in my prayers, as my father passed with the same desise.

Jerry Davidson, Austin, Tx.

Bonnie Arnold

April 22, 2011

To Buel John's Family
Condolences for your loss. We lost track of him when he and his family moed from Great Falls. My husband died with that terrible disease, also. I am praying for you to be comforted. God is always There for you.
Cousin Bonnie Arnold.

Ole Greenwood

April 22, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

April 21, 2011

Buel's Loved Ones: Please accept our sympathy at your recent loss. Know that God is always there - holding our to you His grace, comfort and promise of life everlasting. We are praying for you.
Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
Matthew 5:4

Charlene Frazier

April 21, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Cynthie, Kylee and families....
We have good memories of Buel.....We'll be with you in Neihart.....
Love ya....Auntie and MoMo -- Livingston, MT

April 21, 2011

I have memories of when you went to high school in Neihart Montana condolences to your family.

Joyce Kivinen

Joyce Kivinen

April 21, 2011

I have memories of when you went to high school in Neihart Montana condolescenes to your family.

Joyce Kivinen

April 20, 2011

He helped me alot when I lived in G reat Falls

Jodi Crouch

April 20, 2011

I am sorry to hear of your loss Cynthie... you are in my thoughts and prayers. Always.

Joan and Bill Kroenert

April 20, 2011

Cynthie,
Our love and prayers are with you and the family. Be comforted knowing Buel is at rest, no more suffering and you have your wonderful memories.

Shelly delBosque Burgess

April 20, 2011

I have very fond memories of Buel and Cynthie. What a wonderful couple. I had the privledge of visiting often as child and listening to stories of his childhood and he loved to play the spoons! I am very sadned but know I will see him again. Cynthie know my family loves you and we are praying for peace and comfort at this time. Love always, Shelly del Bosque Burgess

April 20, 2011

To my cousins I wish God's Blessings on you. My Dad also had Alzheimer's so I know a little of what you went through. I know he is in a better place and is watching over you.
Kathy (Arnold) Gates

Myldred Stine

April 19, 2011

Cythia,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the good times we all had in the Great Falls house when we all lived together. You, Carol, Barb and I. I know how hard it is lossing your spouse. I have lost one also. If I can do anything for you please let me know.
Myldred Sheeler Stine - Three Forks, MT

April 19, 2011

So sorry on the loss of your dad. We are thinking about you guys. Colleen Budeski and Family

Steven Hite

April 19, 2011

I met Beul in the 70's when he was a local cop. He was always fair with me & my friends, always willing to help! Just an all around great guy! His type of cop is really missed here! My deepest sympathies to his family!

Floyd&Bertha Lake

April 19, 2011

May God bless you all, in this your time of need.

Stephani Annette Skites-Scott

April 19, 2011

Dear Cynthie and families: Peace be with all of you and Peace be thine Buel. May Buel now rejoice in God's beautiful garden,a land of eternal and perfect rest. Though Buel has left this earth, he will live on in your hearts, your families, your love and your cherished memories until you meet again.

Jim& Lynda Morin

April 19, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time of your loss. May the Lord give you peace and comfort at this time.

April 19, 2011

Christy,Bob And Families,
May god bless you and your
family in this time of sorrow
Fran & Les

April 19, 2011

My love and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. Jeanette Blatter

April 19, 2011

A friend sent me Buel's obituary. I looked several times for him over the decades to no avail and now the blanks have been filled in. I lived for a time with Buel and his family (I rented a basement apartment he fashioned for me) when I worked at KMON in the early 60's. I always admired his work ethic and learned much from him. Buel had a great sense of humor and we had a lot of laughs. I recall that just before Buel Jr. was born, Buel bought an Oldsmobile and his two eldest daughters and I went for a ride with him. He told me that to change the radio station I just had to point to the radio and it would change itself. I pointed several times and it changed every time. The daughters were both laughing out loud each time and were having great fun at my expense because they knew that their dad was pushing a button on the floorboard that changed the stations whenever I pointed. So many years and so many memories have gone by without contact. Sad that this has to be the occasion. I've always remembered our friendship and my time with Buel's wonderful wife and children.

Michael Corbett (Jacksonville, FL)

Arlene Skogen

April 19, 2011

Chrisy, Bob and Families,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I have so many wonderful memories of him as we were growing up and he was with the Great Falls Police Department. God Bless you all.

April 19, 2011

Cynthie, so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope the fond memories you have will help you through this difficult time. I know I have some great memories of the two of you and how you helped us when Steve and I were first starting out. You touched our lives, may God Bless you. Lori Smith

Julie & Jesse O'Hara

April 19, 2011

Christy, Bob and Families,
We were saddened to read about the loss of your father. We are thinking of you and pray that you be comforted by God's grace.

Carol Lee

April 19, 2011

Cynthia-

I was so shocked to read about Buel. My sympathy goes out to you and your family.I rember all the good time we had when you lived with me and helped me through a difficult time. I saw Buel about 8 yrs ago in Livingston, but missed seeing you. I would like to hear from you sometime.
I live in Great Falls now.
I know how difficult this can be since I've lost 2 husbands. If there anything I can do for you let me know.

April 19, 2011

My dear old friend, farewell for now. Dickson family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God bless and be with you. Love Jim and Christine Carroll

Doug Deaton

April 19, 2011

Cynthia: So very sorry to read about the passing away of Buel. One of priceless experiences I have had is to know You and Buel. I consider that a great blessing. May the Lord bless you at this tough time in your life. Please know that my prayers are with you.

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