Barry Alian
Dickerson
August 16, 1953 - August 21, 2020
Barry Alian Dickerson, age 67, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family at home on August 21, 2020.
A life-long resident of the Central Heights community, Barry played football for Waterloo High School and graduated in 1972. After graduation, he completed training at Camp Lejune to become a U.S. Marine and proudly served his tour of duty in Okinawa, Japan. He was a member of the Ironworkers Local 477 and was employed with McAbee Construction Company as a construction superintendent.
He is preceded in death by his father, Marion; mother, Willie T.; sisters, Linda Vanderford and Margie Webb; and brother Ricky Dickerson.
Barry is survived by his wife of 43 years, Patsy; daughter, Sheena Burgreen (Chris); son, Sloan Dickerson (Tara); grandchildren, Rebecca Burgreen, Paxton Bryant, Max Burgreen, and Davis Dickerson; sisters, Brenda Folden and Nancy Dickerson; brother, Ronnie Dickerson; and his favorite lap dog, Harlee.
We were blessed to know Barry and see the love he had for his family and friends. From the weeks he spent traveling for work, to the morning meetings at Haddock’s Quick Stop when he was home, and all the family vacations in between, he was an honest man of character and a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was so proud of his family, and you could see the love he had for them in his eyes.
He will be deeply missed by those who loved him including those who loved a funny story because he could tell the best ones. Barry’s laugh just made you feel good. He was always willing to help others and was a faithful member of Cornerstone Church of Christ. When Alabama football starts, we know Barry will be in Heaven cheering for the Tide.
The family will receive friends from 12pm – 1pm on Sunday, August 23, 2020, at Cornerstone Church of Christ. The funeral will begin at 1pm with Sloan Dickerson, Randy Hargett, and Sonny Hargett officiating. Graveside immediately following with burial at Central Community Cemetery. Masks and physical distancing are appreciated.
Active and honorary pallbearers will be: Steve Barnett, Mike Borden, Jimmy Clemons, Billy Davis, Bensil Greenhill, Greg Grigsby, Charlie Haddock, Greg Haddock, Ronnie Haddock, Mike Palmer, Will Sandy, Ricky Suddith, Randy Webb, Frankie Willard, Jimmy Woods, and Steve Woods.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to McAbee Construction Company, Dr. Kristen Ciombor from Vanderbilt University Medical Center Gastrointestinal Oncology, and Dr. Patricia Auxier and the entire staff of Kindred Hospice for supporting Barry through his fight against cancer.
Visitation
August 23, 2020
12:00 pm
Cornerstone Church of Christ
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Cornerstone Church Of Christ, Alabama 20, Florence, AL, USA
August 23, 2020 12:00 pm
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Cornerstone Church Of Christ, Alabama 20, Florence, AL, USA
August 23, 2020 1:00 pm
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16 Comments on “Barry Alian Dickerson”
Patsy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for God’s peace to surround all of you during your time of grief.
Patsy and family,
Thinking of you and sending prayers of peace. Everyone loved Barry. He was a sweet guy. He will be missed greatly.
Condolences,
Joey & Angie Reynolds Crumbley
Patsy, I’m so sorry,. God is with you, reaching out to comfort you and your family.
Patsy, Sheena, Sloan and the entire Dickerson Family. May God’s Richest Blessings be with you in this time of sorrow. Our community has lost a dear friend but the many memories we all have of Barry will live on and on. He was always a joy to be around and we have so many fond memories of the numerous times at school and the athletic facilities when we would work together in support of Central High School. Barry was always the “life of the party” as we worked and enjoyed our efforts together. You are in our thoughts and prayers and may the sorrows of today be quickly replaced by the many great memories that Barry would want you to enjoy forever. Our Family loves your Family.
Jack & Janet Harrison
Brad & Ryan Harrison
Semper Fi Barry, you talked me into joining the Marines in 1977 and was the best advice I ever had.
Stand proud everyone the Gates of Heaven is getting a new guard.
Patsy and Family
Jerry & I are so sorry for your loss. May God be near to all of you during this time of grief. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sorry for your loss. Ronnie and Barry had a good time picking at each other.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I was sorry to hear that Barry had passed away.
I am so sorry for family and friends. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for the tremendous loss to you and your family. May you receive comfort and blessings from our God at this difficult time. You are and continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Hoot and Ann Haddock.
To Barry’s family, so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of him as we grew up as neighbors. He could brighten any day.
Another one of the good guys gone from Central community. Barry will be truly missed by ALL who was privileged to know him. Prayers for the family.
Sorry to hear about Barry. Worked with him on several jobs, he was a great guy. Local 477