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Born in White Plains, N.Y. on Sept. 30, 1940, he was the son of the late Edgar Stanton and Frances Anna (Broadfoot) Dedrick. Bob was a graduate of Theodore Roosevelt High School, Yonkers, N.Y., class of 1958 and furthered his education at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y. where he earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1965. Dr. Dedrick joined the U.S. Army in March 1966 and served as a captain with the Army Veterinary Corps until his honorable discharge in March 1968. A longtime veterinarian, Dr. Dedrick owned and very successfully operated the East Side Veterinary Clinic in Meriden, from 1972 to 2004. Dr. Dedrick had been a volunteer at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua, N.H. and was a volunteer with the New Hampshire Audubon Society. He was a past secretary and member of the Board of Directors of the New Hampshire Prostate Cancer Coalition. In his leisure time, Bob loved spending time with his family and friends and also enjoyed singing, music, theater, opera, traveling, birding and wildlife.
Members of his family include his wife of 47 years, Kay Lynn (McIntire) Dedrick, whom he married on June 6, 1965, in Wilmington, Del.; three daughters, Michelle Lenore Capone and her husband, Ken, Kathleen Clarissa Urban and her husband, Randy, and Jennifer Lynn Dedrick; four grandchildren, Shelby Taylor Capone, Derek Robert Capone, Owen James Urban and Allison Kay Urban; and his brother, Alan Russell Dedrick.
There are no calling hours. Following cremation, a Celebration of His Life will take place at the Congregational Church of Hollis in Hollis, N.H. on Saturday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in memory of Bob be made to Home Health and Hospice Care (www.hhhc.org) or the NH Audubon Society (nhaudubon.org, specify Massabesic location). Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock St., Nashua, NH. (603) 882-0591.
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Don Emond
October 30, 2012
I am so very sorry for the loss of Dr. Bob Dedrick. My daughter and I remember him fondly for the kindness he always showed us in caring for our pet cat. And, I remember his fine voice and presence in the church choir in Meriden, CT. It was my privilege to have known him.
Marcus Hamilton
October 18, 2012
I was so saddened to hear. What a wonderful guy - I still remember seeing him at Church, chatting up a storm with my Dad, and the bright smile from he, (and everyone else) whenever we brought our cat in to the office. Fond memories of you all.
Shelley, Jeannie & I have you in our thoughts and prayers :)
-Marcus Hamilton
Raymond Sujdak
October 18, 2012
I still remember the day when I was 15 that Dr Dedrick let me start working for him by cutting his grass. I eventually started kennel shifts at 16 years old. Dr. Dedrick has been my inspiration and mentor and is the reason why I became a Veterinarian. I would not be where I am without him!
Dawn DeFigueiredo
October 18, 2012
My deepest sympathy to your family. Dr "D" was the best Vet my dogs have ever had. He has been missed by the community the last few years. May he rest in peace.
Mary Beth (Molis) Papallo
October 14, 2012
Michelle and Kathy...I am so very saddened to learn of your loss. Your dad was the sweetest man and a wonderful vet. Please extend my sympathies to your Mom and sister too. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
October 14, 2012
Dear Kay, Michelle, Kathy and Jennifer- so many years have passed since I've seen your family, yet , it seems like yesterday. I have so many fond childhood memories of our times together as neighbors. My thoughts and prayers are with your family! Love- Lori Aresco Hicks
Mary & Rob McGann
October 14, 2012
Dear Kay:
Rob and I send you all our deepest sympathies. We have good memories of Chritsmas dinners with you and Bob & all our teenagers at Elizabeth & Gordon's. His love of music and opera must have always given him pleasure. You are all in our thoughts.
Roberta O'Grady
October 12, 2012
my apologies to Dr. Dedrick's family for mistaking him for a dentist I had -and I am so sorry for your loss. God bless,
Arline Sands
October 12, 2012
to the Dedrick family.
Dr Dedrick was a great vet. I have him for my black setter Inki, and cat Lovie.We all love him.It is so sad to hear about his passing Very sorry.
Megin Greenbacker DeTomasis
October 11, 2012
Dear Jen,
I am so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Some of my most wonderful,happy memories of my childhood were spent with you and your family. As a parent now, I realize how important is for my own children to have friends that have loving, supportive and involved parents. That is what I had growing up. That is who your mom and dad were. Many years have passed yet I still remember sitting at your dining room table for dinner like it was yesterday and hearing your dad sing opera for the first time. May God give you and your mom and sisters the strength you need to get you through this most difficult time.
Roberta (wooding) O'Grady
October 11, 2012
I still have the caps Dr. Dedrick did many years ago - He was such a sweet, compassionate dentist, with a great sense of humor. My sympathy to his family.
Jean Panciera
October 11, 2012
To the Dedrick family, I would like to extend my sympathy to the whole family. I enjoyed working with each and every one of you during my tenure at Thomas Hooker School. I remember Dr. Dedrick bringing your golden Retriever into school for many Career Days. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
David Scott
October 11, 2012
To the Dedrick family, my heartfelt sympathy to you all. My family was fortunate to have excellent veterinary care over the years, first with Dr. Stewart and then with Dr. Dedrick. I continue to be thankful for the time spent with Dr. Dedrick working at the clinic during my senior year at Choate. May God bless Bob and all of your family.
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