Name: Visitation for Charles Dixon Dees Iii
Start: 2019-07-08T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-07-08T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Garden of Memories Funeral Home

Dees, III, Charles Dixon
June 5, 1950 - June 30, 2019
Charles "Chuck" Dixon Dees, III of Venice, FL, died on June 30, 2019 in Scottsdale, Arizona at the age of 69. He was born June 5, 1950 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Helen MacKenzie Dees and Charles Dixon Dees, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Anna Colclough Dees of Venice, Florida; his son, Charles Dixon Dees, IV (Terri) of Lakewood Ranch, Florida; his daughter, Kelly Anna Dees of Fort Worth, Texas; his granddaughters: Charlee Anne and Teagan MacKenzie Dees of Lakewood Ranch, Florida; and his sister, Lottie Dees Lipsey (Mike) of Orlando, Florida. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents and his wife's parents, William Bryan and Mary Ann Colclough of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He graduated from East Jefferson High School in Metairie, Louisiana and Mississippi State University where he played football.
Chuck served as Chairman of the National Waste and Recycling Association, Florida Chapter, for many years and actively participated with Florida Chamber of Commerce. Chuck was the Area Vice-President for Waste Management, Inc. for a number of years and most recently served as the Vice-President of Governmental Affairs.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Garden of Memories Funeral Home & Cemetery, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, Louisiana 70001 on Monday, July 8, 2019. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am with services starting at 11:00 am followed by interment and reception. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Ronald McDonald House of Tampa Bay at http://www.rmhctampabay.org or mail checks to 35 Davis Blvd., Tampa FL 33606. Please note his name Charles "Chuck" Dees, III as the money will be used to sponsor a room in Chuck's name at the RMH in Tampa Bay. This particular RMH location held a particular place in Chuck's heart, as well as in the family's. Online condolences may be offered at www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.

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Published by Herald Tribune from Jul. 5 to Jul. 9, 2019.

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17 Entries

June 29, 2020

I cannot believe it has been a year already, I have a Picture of your smiling face in my office. Every now and then something comes up that I would ask your opinion or see what you thought. I miss not seeing you coming in and out of the office. Darlene Pruey

October 4, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of this. You are all in my prayers. He was such a light in this world and I enjoyed all my conversations with him.

Natalie

August 15, 2019

Anna, we are so sorry for your loss. My husband and I met you in Destin. We did not have the pleasure of knowing Chuck but always enjoyed talking with you. Sounds like you have some wonderful memories to get you through this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.

Laurie Tichenor
Homer, LA

Carol McCloud

July 16, 2019

You were a favorite board member at the Chamber. I'm so privileged to have had the opportunity, Rest In Peace

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Bobby Rodriguez

July 13, 2019

My sincere condolences to the Dees Family. Chuck and I were friends at Metairie Jr. High and East Jefferson .

Jim Lestelle

July 10, 2019

I was in the same classes as Chuck and, believe it or not, for some reason mentioned him to my husband

July 10, 2019

It saddens me to hear of Chuck's passing... he was more than a "boss" to me, he was my mentor and friend. I will forever be grateful for his support professionally and personally. Anna, keeping you and your family close to my heart and prayers. May loving memories ease your loss and find you comfort. ~ Jodi Carver (Customer Experience Manager, WM Sarasota Florida)

David Hart

July 10, 2019

I had the privilege of knowing and working with Chuck for many years in his capacity as a Board member at the Florida Chamber of Commerce. Chuck was always kind, always a gentleman, and I am forever the beneficiary of having been one of his friends. Thank you, Chuck! We miss you.

Kathleen Trygg Chiles

July 8, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Rest In Peace Chuck!

Ken Pruitt

July 8, 2019

Chuck, you lived your life with integrity, grace and honor. You set the standard as a professional and gentleman in business and you did it with unwavering character. Although you excelled in the business world, you never lost sight of the priority in your life...your beautiful family. May the promise of everlasting life comfort the Dee's Family during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences. Ken & Aileen Pruitt

Mikel Bonano sr

July 7, 2019

Chuck , it has been at lease 20 years since the last time that I seen you so I did not know you were fighting cancer. I lost my wife a little over two years from cancer and know through her battle how tough the fight she had to try and survive. I enjoyed my years of knowing you and playing ball with you as a warrior. May god bless you and your family. Old friend. Mike Bonano Sr.

Marc Bex

July 7, 2019

Mr. Dee's, we met 16 years ago and each and every time I was able to set and just chat with you, you encouraged me to be the best that I could be and never give up. you would always tell me how proud you were of my accomplishments. I will forever miss are talks and your words of wisdom. And I will hold on to the WM hat collection you gave me. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.

Bob Marshall

July 6, 2019

Chuck, it was great reconnecting and sharing stories with you during our times at MD Anderson after all of these years. During our last conversation we were talking about going to a Miss State football game this next season. I also remember that you were always so proud of your family and I wish all of them comfort over the loss of you in their lives. Bob Marshall

Dawn McCormick

July 6, 2019

Chuck, you were a treasured mentor, colleague and friend these past 10 years. I admired your industry knowledge, tenacity when meeting a challenge, ability to build and sustain relationships, and willingness to bring many of us along for the joyful ride. Your faith was strong, and I know you rest in the arms of the God you served. Peace and Comfort to Anna and the family you loved.

Darlene Pruey

July 6, 2019

Rest in Peace Mr. Dees. You have been a great friend for the past 15 years. I will truly miss our conversations and seeing you in the office. I will always remember having to have your coffee that you like on hand every morning. I am happy to have known such a Great Man. Sending Peace and Love to your family.

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