Allan Dickson

DICKSON, Allan Keith March 10, 1919 - March 8, 2008 "Kinburn Sandman" Madawaska Lodge # 196 A.F. & A.M. Passed away peacefully in Fairview Manor, Almonte on Saturday, Mach 8, 2008, 2 days prior to his 89th birthday. Beloved husband of May (Mary McGaw). Dear father of Linda (Ron Binette) and Sheila (Norm Black) and loving and proud grandfather of Gregory, Sarah and Jeffrey Black. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Ruby Dickson and his infant brother Donald. Allan was a farmer, lifelong church and community worker, hockey coach, school board trustee and gravel pit operator. He was a loyal husband, father, grandfather, neighbour and friend. Allan was known to many as a member of the Renfrew County fiddlers and through his private museum collections. He loved his 41 years as a drummer, had great fun as a licensed auctioneer and took pride in welcoming visitors to his beloved home and farm. The family sincerely thanks the caring staff at Fairview Manor and all those who continued to visit and keep in touch with Dad. Resting at The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior where family and friends may pay their respects on Thursday, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm and after 12 noon on Friday. Funeral service will be conducted in The Boyce Chapel, Friday, March 14, 2008 at 2 pm with spring interment and burial service at Pakenham Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Bethel United Church in Kinburn would be appreciated by his family. Masonic Service Thursday, 6:45 pm at Boyce Funeral Home. Ccondolences/Tributes at www.boycefuneralhome.ca