Clarence Dickson
December 29, 2013
Clarence N. (“Clancy” or “Dick”) Dickson, 91, went to Heaven on December 29, 2013, at Wesley Acres. Clancy was born on July 8, 1922, in Des Moines, IA to Charles W. and Delta Snow Dickson, who preceded him in death. He was married March 26, 1955 at Grace Methodist Church to Leotha (“Lee”) Karst. Lee and Clancy lived in Urbandale, IA for 36 years, West Des Moines for 13 years, and moved to Wesley Acres Grand in 2008.
Clancy was a graduate of Roosevelt High School in January, 1940. In February 1940 he became employed at The Central National Bank in Des Moines as a messenger. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1942 to1947. He was a Sergeant in the 95th Finance Section, serving in England and France. Upon return to the United States he was accepted as an Officer Candidate at the U.S. Army Finance School and graduated as a 2nd Lt. He served active-duty as an Asst. Finance Officer at several installations until his discharge in 1947. He entered the Reserves and was assigned to the 103rd Infantry Division headquartered at Ft. Des Moines. He was re-called to Active Duty in the Air Force during the Korean War. Clancy returned to work at Central National Bank, where he became a bank officer. Clancy played on the bank’s softball, basketball and bowling teams. He was a graduate of the Des Moines Chapter of The American Institute of Banking (AIB); he was an instructor in banking classes for 17 years, a past President of the D.M. Chapter, and one of 12 nationwide speech contestants for the A. P. Giannini Trophy at the Nat’l Convention. He was presented with a lifetime membership in the Institute in 1984. He retired from his banking career after 44 years of service. He coached little girl’s softball in the Urbandale League. In 1973 he organized a slow-pitch team for Aldersgate Methodist Church and was manager and pitcher for the team for 20 years; Clancy continued playing until he was 83 years old. He served on the Board of the Urbandale Sports Assoc. and his team was and is the only church team to have played continuously for 30 years in the Urbandale Men’s League. Clancy’s favorite sports were slow-pitch, fishing, and golf. He was a lifetime Methodist and served as Sunday school teacher, Lay Leader, and Financial Secretary and was a dedicated member of the Methodist Men’s group. Clancy served as Past President of the Des Moines Exchange Club, was a former Board Member of Goodwill Industries, and a volunteer for Hospice of Central Iowa; he was also a lifetime Republican.
Clancy is survived by his wife of nearly 59 years, Lee; daughter, Diane (Rick) Hanson of Northwood, IA; and grandsons, Kyle (Andrea) Hanson and Cody Hanson; daughter, Jean (Ken) Rostron of Llano, TX; and granddaughters, Kelsey and Allie Rostron; his brother, Charles W. Dickson, Jr. of Des Moines, IA; and several nieces and nephews.
On Saturday, January 4, 2014, a time of greeting will be at 9:45 a.m. and a celebration of life service at 10:30 a.m., both at Aldersgate UMC, 3600 75th Street in Urbandale, with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the Memorial Fund of Aldersgate Methodist Church, Hospice of Central IA on 56th Street, or the Good Samaritan Fund at Wesley Acres. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Scott Frudden
04/10/2022
I took principles of bank operations from Clancy i like 1978he was a great guy.
Looks like he made the most of his life.
Scott
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Patti and Jerry Murphy
01/07/2014
Lee and Family, Sorry we couldn't make it to the service, but please know that you are in our prayers during this time. You were so blessed to have had 59 wonderful years of marriage and a very close family. Jerry worked with Clancy at the Big C and Lee and I worked together at The Bankers Life. What a joy to know you both! Lee, I always enjoy hearing you talk of your wonderful family. Take joy in your memories! LOVE Patti
Gary & Marilyn Hughes
01/07/2014
Lee, Diane, Jean & families,
Gary and I were so sorry to read in the DM Register of Clancy's recent passing. Our sincere sympathy to all of you as you mourn the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. Gary and I have many fond memories of the years (1961-1966) we lived and worked in the Des Moines/
Urbandale area; Gary working at Central National Bank while also attending Drake, and me- teaching first grade in Urbandale.
We so enjoyed our associations with your family during those years, whether at school functions (Jean was a student in my 65-66 class at Karen Acres - remember those three first grade classrooms in the old coal mine
office and our daily trek to Aldersgate for lunch??) or banking activities where Clancy was the fun, friendly, upbeat guy to be around. Know you will miss him greatly. May your faith, family and friends help sustain you through this difficult time.
Cheryl Lowe
01/04/2014
We were saddened to hear of Clancy's passing. Our family was fortunate to get to know Lee and Clancy when I was organist at Aldersgate, and my husband played on the softball team. He was a kind, caring, funny man. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Blessings to your family,
Cheryl and David Lowe
Nicole Lowe Weidman
Jennifer Lowe Howard
Lynn and Sharon Schaub
01/02/2014
Diane and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You always talked with love and respect about your Dad. You and I know how fortunate we are to have loving, caring families. No one can take your Dad's place. He meant the world to all of you. Someone like that can never be forgotten. You will keep in your hearts all the memories you've shared. Know that you are being sent caring thoughts and prayers.
I know that your kindergarten kids miss you. Sharon
Delly Morris
01/02/2014
Lee, just saw in the paper of the passing of Clancy. So very sorry for you and your family.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
He was very lucky to have such a loving wife.
You will always have the wonderful memories.
Linda Donahue
01/02/2014
You'll never forget someone like your Father, Diane --- he gave you so much to remember, didn't he? I know you will remember him with happiness and love--grateful for the JoY he brought to you. I will see you on Saturday to celebrate a life well lived!
Jodie Hansen
01/02/2014
This is a sad time for your family, but you will enjoy the memories that you share. I will keep you in our prayers.
Teresa Butler
01/02/2014
So sorry for your loss! But God is with him and he is happy and more alive than ever. Blessings to you whole family.
Pam Perkins
01/02/2014
Diane and family -
So sorry to hear about your loss! I'm sure you have so many good memories that will be in your hearts forever.....keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
John & Evelyn Michels
01/01/2014
We want to extend our sympathy to Lee, Diane, Jean and families. We have enjoyed being a part of your family at many different occasons, at Aldersgate. We also had alot of fun helping our daughters, Diane and Jan to decorate their dorm room at ISU. I'm sure we will always remember those things. Our thoughts and prayers will be with your families always.
Doug and Carolyn Drake
01/01/2014
Lee Jean and Diane
We are so sorry to hear that we will not see Clancy's smiling face when we return in the spring. So many memories from softball, Methodist men and so much more. No doubt he is rounding up a few of the guys for a slow pitch game in heaven now. Wish we could be there for service but know we are thinking of you.
Tim and Jan McAfee
12/31/2013
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We will always remember your dad's love for life and laughter. May God give you comfort and peace as you long for his presence yet reassurance that you will meet again in heaven. Our prayers and continued thoughts are with you.
Malinda Hoerster
12/31/2013
I am sad for your family. I found comfort in Isaiah 40:31 when I lost my dad. You will be in my prayers.
Dave and Angie Sapp
12/30/2013
Clancy was an Icon to us and so many people! So glad that he was in our family's life. Lee and the family are in our prayers! He will be missed by many!