Dickman, Alfred E. Jr.

Obituary: Alfred E. Dickman Jr. - Ellis Family Funeral Home, Grove, OK

OCTOBER 16, 1928 ~ AUGUST 15, 2007 (AGE 78)

Alfred E. Dickman, Jr., 78, passed away, August 15, 2007 at the Grove Nursing Center in Grove Oklahoma. Alfred was born October 16, 1928 in Joplin Missouri to Alfred E. and Beryl Dickman. He graduated from Marshfield High school in 1947 then one month later, joined the United States Air Force. Alfred proudly served his country for 22 ½ years. Alfred served during the Berlin Air lift, the Korea Conflict and Vietnam. Alfred retired from the military in 1969 as Chief Master Sergeant. After retiring from the military, Alfred worked as the Manager of Camp Charles for the Sand Springs Home for twelve years. He volunteered for the Christian Mission Thrift Store in Grove Oklahoma for twenty-five years. Alfred enjoyed working with stained glass, computers and electronics. Alfred has been affiliated with the Masonic Lodge since 1977, and a member of the Methodist Church since 1980. Alfred married the love of his life, Carol, on December 22, 1950 in Wahoo Nebraska. Survivors include his wife Carol Dickman of the home, daughter Linda Cardoza , son Alfred E. Dickman III both of Grove Oklahoma, two grandchildren, Jessica Taylor and her husband Doug of Beaumont California, James Cardoza and his wife Rachel of Phoenix Arizona, one sister Betty Ipock of Grove Oklahoma and one brother, James Dickman of Carlsbad New Mexico. Alfred was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Ronald Dickman. A Memorial Services has been scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 18, 2007 at the Ellis Family Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donation be made to the Grove Christian Mission Thrift Store, P.O. Box 451581, Grove, Oklahoma 74345. 

Service Details:  Saturday, August 18th, 2007 2:00pm, Ellis Family Funeral Home Chapel