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1951
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2019
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Franklin Arthur Obituary
Rick was employed by Hillcrest Educational Centers for many years.
Rick was especially close to his grandson Alexander and would often spend his days off bringing him to and from school, metal detecting, or just going for a car ride.
He and his wife, the former Lisa Dickinson, were married November 22, 2004.
He is survived by his daughter; Kristine Bower, his stepchildren; Erin Frye and David Dickinson, his sisters; Pamela Williams, Debbie Fountain, Toni Arthur, and Jaimie Arthur, his brother; Russell Arthur, his step sisters; Tina Mallison and Debbie Depson, his step brother; William Baumann, 1 granddaughter; Hayley Bower, and his step grandchildren; Alexander Briggs, Connor Mekdeci and Ethan Mekdeci. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a sister Janet Arthur.
FUNERAL NOTICE The celebration of Life for Rick Arthur will be on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. at the Dwyer Funeral Home, 776 North St., Pittsfield, MA 01201 with Rev. Msgr. Michael Shershanovich, officiating. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Hillcrest Educational Centers in care of the funeral home. Please visit www.dwyerfuneral.com to leave condolences and remembrances.
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Nancy Colvin
January 18, 2019
Rest in Peace Rick. We did have some great times growing up and working at HEC. Rick is Walking in the Sunlight with the Spirit.
Bob DeForest
January 11, 2019
RIP Rick
Dolores Proper
January 11, 2019
To all of you on the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are so very sorry.
Chuck and Dolores Proper
Mark Trembley
January 11, 2019
I remember Rick from the good old days cruising North Street. Rick was a lot of fun to be around and was liked by everyone. RIP Rick.
Mark White
January 10, 2019
To Rick's family
I have known Rick since the early 70's when the gang used to hang on north street.i do remember him scarring the crap out of me when he got a new small block installed in the blue camaro.he will definitely be missed.rip Rick.
Andrew Briggs
January 10, 2019
I hope you rest in peace now Rick. You were a great man, and I cannot thank you enough for all of the love and joy your shared with Alex. You are loved and will be missed by so many. This loss is surreal.
Debbie Fountain
January 10, 2019
Debbie Fountain
January 10, 2019
Dave Healey
January 10, 2019
To Rick's family.
Rick and I were long time friends. Our friendship formed in the summer of 1964 when our family had moved to South Onota St. I had spent many a day at the family home on South Merriam St. He was one of the best friends I had. I also knew Janet quite well, right up until she passed as well.
Please accept our condolences for the loss of a great guy and a good friend.
Dave & Helen Healey
St. Petersburg, FL
Toni Arthur
January 9, 2019
Rest in peace big brother~ you are forever in my heart.
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