DICKINSON, Frederick "Freddie" 80, of Kettering, Ohio passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Fred was born February 15, 1938 in Dresden, Ohio to Harold and Lois (Kirker) Dickinson, He graduated from River View High School in Warsaw, Ohio in 1956. On May 3, 1959 he married the former Norma Jean Dickinson in Coshocton, Ohio. Fred was employed as a machinist for The General Motors Corporation in Dayton, Ohio for over 30 years. He enjoyed working and the many friends he met through work. He was an avid boater and fisherman. He also enjoyed working in the yard, spending time with friends and his grandchildren. Fred had a great outlook on life and loved joking and making people smile. He will be deeply missed by his many friends and family. Fred is survived by his daughter Amy Bearden, great-grandson Justin Bearden, two sisters Phyllis Goble, Gayle Pakrosnis and husband, Mike both of Columbus, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Norma, his brother-in-law Ed Goble and two grandsons Brandon and Bryan Bearden. If desired, donations could be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, 31 W. Whipp Road, Dayton, OH 45459. Fred requested that there be no memorial services. Condolences can be expressed to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Feb. 10, 2019.

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Cris Underwood

February 18, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Fred was a good friend to my in laws Junior & Maxine Underwood.

Linda Smith

February 10, 2019

My Mom, Wilma, was Fred's neighbor at Walnut Creek. It was such a pleasure to get to know Fred. He had such a heartfelt hello every time I saw him. I loved to hear him sing hymns at Church services. Such a beautiful voice. We will both miss him. Our condolences to Fred's family and friends

Shirley Diskete

February 10, 2019

Fred I'll miss your wave to me every time we looked each other's way your hand went up with the biggest smile I'll remember you always. And to your family my prayers go out to you all, he was a wonderful and gentle soul to me. God bless you all

Linda Smith

February 10, 2019

My Mom, Wilma, was a neighbor to Fred at Walnut Creek. I was saddened to learn of Fred's passing. Fred was such a wonderful person and I was so glad to get to know him. He said a beautiful heartfelt hello everyday that I saw him. I loved to hear him sing at Church services. He had such a beautiful voice. My condolences to all of Fred's family and friends.

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