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JAMES S. DICKSON
1922 - 2017
JAMES S. DICKSON
1922 - 2017
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BORN
1922
DIED
2017
JAMES DICKSON Obituary
JAMES S.
Age 95, of McCandless, went to be with his Lord on May 11, 2017. Jim, known for his positive attitude, is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Dorothy (Wagner) Dickson; daughters, Deborah (Timothy) Dutrow, Barbara (Bill) Bain; as well as four grandchildren, Megan (Jim) Heistand, Brian (Laura) Bain, Drew Dutrow and Kate (Mark) Gray; and seven great- grandchildren. Born and raised in Ross Township, son of Russell and Margaret Dickson and brother to Robert, Jim was a man of great character and integrity who lived life to the fullest. He was a WWII Navy pilot and flight instructor. Jim received his teaching degree from the State Teacher's College at California, PA and his Master's of Education from The University of Pittsburgh. He held various teaching, coaching and principal positions retiring after 41 years of service for the Pittsburgh Public Schools. In addition to his many hobbies, Jim cherished spending time with his family and serving the Lord he loved. He and Dorothy were active members of Northmont United Presbyterian Church. His professional and personal life impacted countless lives. A Celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. at Northmont United Presbyterian Church, 8169 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Memorial contributions may be made to Northmont UP Church. Please see Jim's life story at brandtfuneralhome.com.
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Barbara Dickson Colbert
December 31, 2017
My sister Barbara dickson colbert and I Beth dickson Yerex were Jim's cousins and just reciently found out Jim has passed. Both of us have such special memories of him and always thought he looked like our daddy Clair Dickson,. We know Jim is with our Lord. May he Rest In Peace . Our condolences to Dorothy And all the family. Barby Wanted to leave her contact number 850-319-7731
David Donald
May 18, 2017
Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. Mr. Dickson was my principal at Prospect Middle School and I had the opportunity to participate in one of his "Principal's Adventures" of flying. It was because of him that my career ambition was to be a Marine Aviator. I remember on our flight together over The City of Pittsburgh, he let me take the controls and slowly bank the plane. I was so thrilled. I still tell our kids that story.
May 18, 2017
Jim was such a special person and he will be missed by many. He touched so many lives and we are better for it. Prayers and love to Dorothy and family.
Blessings, Gwen Spahr
Maureen Peterson
May 17, 2017
Beautiful Memories in pictures. You all shared so much Love I can see through the pictures. So sorry for the loss of your husband Father Grandfather and Great Grandfather and Friend.Prayers for you all and this very hard time to say goodbye for now.
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May 17, 2017
Our entire staff here at Fred J. Gropp, DMD, were saddened to learn of Mr. Dickson's passing. He was such a gentle, sweet and kind man. We will certainly miss his greeting at every one of his visits to our office - "Every day is a holiday." We extend our deepest sympathy to Mr. Dickson's entire family. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 17, 2017
Our entire staff at Fred J. Gropp, DMD's office were saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Dickson. We will certainly miss his greeting at every visit - "Every day is a holiday." He was such a sweet, kind man. We extend our thoughts and prayers to Mr. Dickson's entire family.
Kathy Wissner
May 17, 2017
I will certainly miss my Sunday morning bear hug from Jim. What a wonderful man of such great faith. Blessings to each of you.
Kathy Wissner
May 17, 2017
Please except my condolences on the death of your loved one. Rev. 3 and 4. PJJ.
Shivetts family
May 16, 2017
The photos were wonderful! What a fabulous life he lived. He will be missed.
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