"God bless, Dickie you are a good man "
In loving memory of
Richard C. "Dickie" Dye Jr.
December 8, 1949 - September 19, 2022
Canton - Richard C. "Dickie" Dye Jr., 73, of Canton, passed away Monday, September 19, 2022, at his home.
He was born on December 8, 1949, in Mississippi, to Dr. Richard C. Dye Sr. and Marguerite (Hammons) Dye. They preceded him in death along with one brother Howard Dye.
Dickie married Michelle "Micky" Dye on July 11, 1998. She also preceded him in death in 2018.
He is survived by two children, Mollie (BJ) Burkhart of Normal Illinois, and Trey Dye of Mazon Illinois, brother Glenn (Jean) Dye, sister - in - law Shelia Dye, six grandchildren, Alexis, Trey Benjamin, Blake, Madison, Ben, and Brady, and one great grandchild, Arlo.
Dickie was a Veteran of the United States Army. He worked for International Harvester in Canton until its closing. He then worked with his father at his veterinarian Hospital in Canton and later retired from Navistar in Indianapolis. In his younger years he was an avid outdoorsman. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Bears and the St. Louis Cardinals. Dickie always loved to have a good time and could generally be found at any of the local watering holes. Most of all he will be remembered for having a big heart and will be missed by all his friends and family.
Cremation rites have been accorded with Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Josie's Tap in Canton from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com.
Tributes
"Sorry to hear and prayers for you all. "
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May fond memories and God?s loving words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 carry you through and beyond this difficult time of mourning. "
"I will always remember the times you took us boating & skiing. There was never a dull moment, when you were around. I think of you, Randy & Carl, every time I make Meatza. Rest in Heaven Dickie! You were loved by many & will be missed."
"God bless all the Dye family. RIP Dickie. Will always remember your big smile ? "
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May the God of all comfort and tender mercies comfort and strengthen you through this difficult time of mourning. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4"
"I have known Dickie since 1964 and we also took a plane from Chicago to Fort Leonard Wood MO in 1969 after going through the draft board. He always had a smile and a good laugh! Blessings on the family and remember the good times, it will ease the pain of today! God bless, Bill Juraco"
"You have my sympathy on Dick?s passing. I met Dick the first time on September 7th, 1969. That was the day he and I were drafted into the Army. We met at the induction center in Chicago. I?m from Metamora, he?s from Canton. When both of you are 19 and half scared to death of what?s next, you want to be around people you know. At that time Canton and Metamora were not that far apart. Blessings! Rev. Bob DeBolt "
"RIP Dickie. I\'ve known you since I was very young. Always loved your middle name. Which is what I always called you. You will be miss by many. "
"Rest Easy Dealer, you are with Mickey and many many Friends now! Throw a Pole and Pop a Top! Rest Easy Buddy! Roger and Debbie \"Grove\" Sheets"
"Rest in Peace Dickie and prayers to all of his family. Dick was loved by so many and I will miss his hugs. We will miss Dick very much David (Toad) and Cecilia Auld"
"Rest easy, Dealer. You were one of the good ones"
"Always had a smile on his face and would do anything for you. I will miss you dear friend!!!"