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Richard Dickson Obituary

Obituary of Richard Stephen Dickson Please share a memory of Richard to include in a keepsake book for family and friends. View Tribute Book Richard Stephen "Steve" Dickson Richard Stephen Dickson, 75, of Lee Center, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital. He was born on September 7, 1949, in Springfield, Missouri, a son of the late Richard Glenn and Jeanette Sappington Dickson. Steve was a graduate of Gadson State Community College of Gadson, Alabama. He proudly enlisted in the United States Army serving as a Military Police officer for over 20 years until his retirement. Following his retirement from the United States Army, Steve accepted a position with Defense Finance & Accounting Services at the Griffiss Park. Steve was formerly united in marriage to Helenmary Warren. Steve is survived by two daughters, Brandi Marie Dickson (Sean Miniter) of Rome, Krista Nichole Dickson (Ronald Postilio) of Whitesboro; two nieces Natalie Verdict of Maryland and Amanda Verdict Boaz of Alabama: three grandchildren, Morgen Alexas Weitman, Madisyn Rose Postilio and Londyn Rose Postilio. Steve was predeceased by a sister, Alicia Dickson Verdict and a grandson, Christopher Jayson Ivy. Funeral services are private and there are no calling hours. Arrangements by Strong-Burns & Sprock Funeral Home 7751 Merrick Road, Rome

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Published by WKTV on Aug. 29, 2025.

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Brandi M Dickson

Yesterday

Daddy, you will be greatly missed by everyone. Your laughter, your jokes and your morbid sense of humor will be forever etched in my memory! I love you Daddy!

Paul LaFave

Yesterday

A great, caring and generous man, Steve will be sadly missed by all who passed him in this life.

I am proud to call him my good friend as I recall all the laughs and companionship we shared.

Rest well my friend.

Helenmary Dudley

Yesterday

Ode to Steve we will all miss him. Here are pics from his life story

Donna Piekarski

Yesterday

Steve often visited the shop and became more than a customer. He was a genuine friend. We will miss you dearly Steve. Donna & Kevin Turin Road Treasures

Ed Abounader

August 30, 2025

Steve was a fantastic giving individual and a close friend. Always there to help and share experiences. He will be greatly missed by the many who loved him ......
So sorry for your loss....

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