"Hello to Mike's wife, children, Lisa and Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was one of the generously one of the nicest people I ever knew. I was sorry to hear about his final days and what he was put through but God always has a better plan for us in life as well as in death. Mike will always be loved in the "car biz" but his real love was his family and would do whatever he could for each of them. 60 was not enough years for us to have Mike but we would have been saying that same thing if he passed at 99! Mike was just that kind of loving person he was. Keep his spirit, his way of making jokes and lastly remember what a quality person Mike was. That will be what I will miss hearing him say...I will take care of things for you and will you somehow knew he would take care of things and he always did for me. Try to rejoice in his life and not be saddened by his death. Your cousins, Gary and Tina Bright"
In loving memory of
Michael L. Dickerson
January 22, 1953 - May 27, 2013
Michael L. Dickerson, 60 of Marion went to be with the Lord Monday May 27, 2013 at the University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor Michigan after a brief illness.
Mike was born January 22, 1953 at Marion, Indiana to the late George W. Dickerson and the late Lorene (Maine) Dickerson Bright.He was a graduate of Mississinewa High School Class of 1972.He loved the Lord and loved attending College Wesleyan Church.Mikes passion was cars, he had been in sales for over 30 years, 23 of those years where with Barry Bunker Chevrolet (DeVoe Chevrolet and Cadillac). He was more than just a salesman, he cared about his customer and made sure that their needs were always met.
Mikes real love was his family and vacations in Florida.He loved Memorial Day and it was fitting that he would go to heaven on that day.
He married the love of his life January 22, 1993 Peggy Stinger at Louisville, Ky she survives.Also surviving are his son; Jacob, Marion, daughter; Amanda (Justin) Lyons, Marion and Jennifer Dickerson, Fairmount.Sisters: Kathy Jordan, Gas City and Lisa Zimmerman, Lake Charles, LA4 Grandchildren; Madilyn and Piercen Lyons and Logan Dickerson Gray and Brynn Zirkle.
He was preceded in death by his brother Jerry.
At Mikes request a celebration of life service will be 3:30 PM Saturday June 1, 2013 at Barry Bunker Chevrolet, 1307 N. Wabash Ave Marion, IN with Pastor Anton Folz officiating.A time of to celebrate Mikes life will continue following the memorial service from 4-7 PM with food and conversations of remembrances of Mike at Barry Bunker Chevrolet.
In lue of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Michael L. Dickerson Special Trust for Education, % VIA Credit Union 4905 S. Adams St., Marion, IN 46953
Online condolences may be made at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"To the Dickerson Family I am so sorry for you loss. The love your family had for each other was evident and you all have been in my prayers."
"Mike was a great guy with an unforgettable smile. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family."
"Peggy, Our deepest sympathies, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie, Brenda, Steve, Bob, and Rex"
"Peg, Jake, Amanda, and Jennifer, Our prayers will continue for your family. Michael was a man of great character and will be missed. We love you all. "
"So sorry to all of Mike's family. He was a constant throughout my school years and into adulthood. He was a great guy and a lot of fun. Lots of memories with him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Patty(Jones, Leming) Petty"
"Mike will be missed. It seems I have known him forever. I also knew Jerry. Both were in the car business for years. Prayers and thoughts go out to his family. "
"Mike I am gonna miss you- I know without a doubt you are in heaven with all of our loved ones and you are all having a reunion that will go on forever and ever. To Peggy ,Jake,Amanda and Jennifer, Lisa and Kathy- I am sending prayers, hugs and love to you all- Don't look at it as goodbye. It is a until we meet againin heaven! Love you all and deepest sympathy! Beth"
"Peggy and family, So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers."
"My deep and sincere sympathy to the family. Our family's grow up together in Gas City and I feel sad and happy that another member of our family was call home to be with our Father in heaven. All My Love and Prayer are with you this day. Jane"
"We are praying for strength for Mike's family! Mike had a short life but it's not the years you live but what you put into your life!! God bless each of you & know he will be missed!!! Hugs & prayers, Carol & Ed "
"The Dickerson family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Mike was truly a kind man and will be missed. May God be with you . Sincerely, Ted and Linda Pearce Janice Linn"
"Peggy and family, Sorry for your loss. Mike was my closest cousin growing up. Time sure passes us by quick. Seems like just yesterday all of us guys , Jerry Fuqua, Mike and I ran around town. No one can ever say Mike did not like cars. I would hate to guess how many he has owned over the years (100 or more?). Very fitting to have his celebration of life at the dealership. Deb and I are keeping everyone in our prayers. Cousin John"