Morris "B.B." Dickerson

Morris "B.B." Dickerson

Morris Dickerson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 5, 2021.
Morris “B.B.” Dickerson was the bassist and a vocalist for the classic funk-rock band War.

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March 10, 2025

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Debbie Dickerson

March 10, 2025

WAR is a great band. Ole school music. My son loves ole school. My sympathies to WAR and the DICKERSON family.

December 9, 2024

One of my favorite bassists ever! Loved watching and listening to him play. God's speed!

PJ Fan

August 7, 2024

Thank you for the beauty you gave to all of us.

Martha McKelvey

August 3, 2021

You Be Deeply missed.I still have some records that I bought from Your headshop in Sanberdo.And where I met Andreas.I will always remember those talks and Your dry humor.Never will You be forgotten

Tony

April 30, 2021

My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family of Morris "B.B." Dickerson. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. That is the legacy Morris "B.B." left behind memorable songs that will not be forgotten. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with loss the of Jorge. May his music keep his memory alive forever. He will be miss but never forgotten.

Joseph Dominguez

April 10, 2021

BB''I am gona miss you, Having spent time Jamming'' and getting to know you, we shared great times together,..Magik'Soul, at a whim We lived Life,'' to the Fullest, of Love,.. IronJoe,..former Redbone Member

Emily Phillips

April 10, 2021

You were part of the music that shaped my life growing up, showing me other worlds and rhymes and ways of thinking and moving - thank you.....I was one of many fans around the world you influenced!

faith/rory tobin/dockett

April 9, 2021

Dear Dickerson Family Rory and I are sorry to hear about the passing of Morris B.B.Dickerson.he'll surely be missed and may he rest in peace.best faith/rory

Lisa Edwards

April 9, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jenee

April 8, 2021

The Dickerson family has my deepest condolences. What a great bassist, Morris left behind a legacy! As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to receive the love and support that you need during this difficult time and always.

April 8, 2021

I'm sorry for your loss, my sincerest condolences to the family. I grow up listening to war, and I enjoyed their music very much. I didn't know Mr. Dickerson wrote alot of the music for war. What a talented man. His music will live on and bring enjoyed to his many fans.

india l hart

April 8, 2021

RIP ! I still enjoy WAR MUSIC to this day. Rest up in Heaven in our Gods arms.

Jeffrey L. Walker

April 7, 2021

Thank you for some of the best music of my life. Rest easy Mr Dickerson.

AGNES SHEPPERSON

April 7, 2021

The Shepperson Family

April 7, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mason Dix

April 7, 2021

Morris and the rest of the War Band Members have been a one of the greatest Bands of all times and he and the music world has Lost a great Musician ; rest and Peace

Mary

April 6, 2021

My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. Morris gave a major contribution to the music industry and will be missed. God comforts those who mourn so he may comfort you with his tender mercies,

April 6, 2021

Grief can be so hard,but our special memories with our loved ones help us cope.May God be with the family and friends of Morris to help them get through this difficult period.

April 6, 2021

Heartfelt condolences to the Dickerson family, May God be with all of you as you endure your time of loss.

S. Hughes

April 5, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a wonderful musician. My favorite album was Deliver The Word, but my favorite single was Outlaw. War was a big contribution to the soundtrack of my life and I thank you so much for that.

james richardson

April 5, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kim Clarke

April 5, 2021

He was a very influential musician. Thank You Mr Dickerson for the great groove and inspiration.

Liz Rohde

April 5, 2021

A member of one of my favorite bands of the 70s. May you rest in peace now

Mikcal Collins

April 5, 2021

May God Bless You

greg williams

April 5, 2021

it wouldn't be right if heaven had a band and the band didn't have a great bassist . Jam on Morris .

greg williams
sfca

Raymie Kenner

April 5, 2021

You and War produced good music. Rest in Paradise.

Kenneth Benton

April 5, 2021

Watch "War - Lotus Blossom (HD)" on YouTube
https://youtu.be/HfmxxkFxyqA

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