RICHARD ORVILLE DICKERSON (ROD) On Tuesday, October 15, 2019, Richard Orville Dickerson (Rod), loving son, brother, uncle, and friend to many, passed away unexpectedly from complications with diabetes at the age of 56. Rick was born on April 8, 1963, in Redlands, CA, to Beverly and Layton Dickerson. Rick graduated from J.W. North High School in Riverside in 1981. After high school, he joined the Air Force. Rick worked for the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services for almost 20 years. He had just retired in July. Rick was very talented and had many hobbies. He spent his free time woodworking, making beautiful jewelry, and fishing. He gifted most of his beautiful creations to his many relatives and friends. Rick also had a deep passion for helping others. He will be remembered for his wicked sense of humor and practical jokes. He was always the brightest light in any room and will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held later in November.

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Published by The Press-Enterprise on Oct. 24, 2019.

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Michael Elliott

April 13, 2021

What I must say about my dear friend Richard is plain and simple: as I'm sure if any one person other than myself,has ever had the distinct pleasure of being fortunate enough to be assigned Richard Dickerson as your "CASE WORKER"! As I was what more can I say other than I myself have ever met a more "CARING and COMPASSIONATE" MAN" and not to mention "HELPFUL" person in my entire 52 years of life (7 years ago) And I am so deeply saddened for his loss and For the rest of humanity, because even though we have lost him, those fortunate in heaven have a sure "BLESSING" among them God himself will be certainly amazed and thankful! Because he was definitely an "ANGEL"! I will miss him, sincerely, MICHAEL K. ELLIOTT.

Michael Elliott

April 13, 2021

What I must say about my dear friend Richard is plain and simple: as I'm sure if any one person other than myself,has ever had the distinct pleasure of being fortunate enough to be assigned Richard Dickerson as your "CASE WORKER"! As I was what more can I say other than I myself have ever met a more "CARING and COMPASSIONATE" MAN" and not to mention "HELPFUL" person in my entire 52 years of life (7 years ago) And I am so deeply saddened for his loss and For the rest of humanity, because even though we have lost him, those fortunate in heaven have a sure "BLESSING" among them God himself will be certainly amazed and thankful! Because he was definitely an "ANGEL"! I will miss him, sincerely, MICHAEL K. ELLIOTT.

Marcus Clifton

January 2, 2020

I met Richard in July 2016 after I lost my Mom and my Partner of 12 yrs. He helped me get on with my life! He was very caring and his bright light no longer burns here but in a better place.
God Bless. Marc

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