Dickey, Richard Andrew, “Andy” or “AD” age 55, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022, after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer. He was a 1985 graduate of Haven High School, Haven, KS; received his BS from Kansas State University in 1990, and was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. He worked in the food and beverage industry throughout his career, including Paramount Liquor Company, Glazer’s, Alliance Foods, Inc. and Save-A-Lot.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 22 years, Sandy (nee Schaeffer), daughter, Ashley, and son, Conrad. He is survived by his parents, Chuck and Dollie (nee Heiderscheid) Dickey; sister, Heidie (Keith) Miller; sister, Patti McMurphy; and brother, Gerry (Shelley) Dickey. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Kelly McMurphy. He was a dear son-in-law, brother-in-law, nephew, cousin, uncle, great uncle, coworker and friend.
Some of Andy’s fondest memories were spent with his high school friends in Haven, KS, and fraternity brothers at Kansas State. Throughout the years, he devoted his time to coaching youth sports. He officiated countless basketball games, and in 2006 received the Most Promising Official award from the St. Louis Officials Association in recognition of his dedication and impact on numerous kids’ lives. His free time was often spent lending a hand to whomever needed it. He enjoyed being outside and working on his lawn, grilling and playing with his dog, Auggie. He loved to watch sports, and especially loved watching his own kids play, whether it was baseball, football or volleyball. His quick wit and dry sense of humor always filled the room with laughter.
A visitation for Andy will be held Friday, August 5, 2022, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Kutis Funeral Home – Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois Rd., St. Louis, MO, 63123, with a memorial service at 1 p.m., Saturday, August 6. A remembrance luncheon will follow, with details provided at the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to Stand Up To Cancer are appreciated.
Dear Andy,
I truly enjoyed working with Andy and have many memories to keep close. My fondest memories include your wife’s Texas sheet cake, completing the Tough Mudder with you, countless lunches, and most recently the Garth Brooks tickets you hooked me up with not too long ago.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. God bless.
Many great memories growing up in Haven and then K-State with Andy and the Dickey family. Prayers and condolences to Sandy and all of the family.
Deepest sympathy to the entire Dickey family! I have fond high school memories with Andy as a friend and classmate. Class of 1985 HHS. With Andy we had an incredible boy’s basketball team. Andy was always warm, funny and kind. Prayers for you all, rest in peace my friend!
Oh, AD. I wish we had stayed more closely in touch these last few years. You were a shining light for me in my time at Save A Lot and no matter what was going on in our days, you always found a way to keep it light and keep me calm. Sending love and healing hearts to your circle of friends, family and co-workers. Rest peacefully, my friend.
We have so many great memories of time with Andy. He was the gentle giant that unexpectedly could bring on the laughter with his quiet, but quick humor. We are blessed with all the memories and will miss him greatly. We love you Sandy, Ashley and Conrad
I am profoundly saddened to hear the news. Considered him a good friend who shared our love of baseball by watching his son and my grandson play baseball together then looked forward to meeting up with him when we ended up on different teams opposing each other. Unfortunately with my recent hernia surgery and living in Ohio I am unable to provide condolences in person, but God Bless Andy and all the family in this time of sorrow.
I want to pay my respects to the Dickey family. I remember taking Andy and Geri as young kids to see the Harlem Globe Trotters. Game is over, Geri and I are looking for Andy who went to the bathroom. He really went into the locker room and borrowed a towel that made it home with him. RIP Andy, and thank you for being my friend.
Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of this, just know you and all the family are in my prayers.!
Unfortunately I am not going to be at the service as I am suffering from Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever from a tick bite and won’t be able to make the drive.!
I will be with you in thought and prayer and may our Lord and God shroud you and all the family with HIS gracious loving arms.! A.D. Rest In Peace
I’m sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family
I’m so sorry for your loss… you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Alicia Witzofsky
We’re so sorry for your loss… you’re in our thought and prayers.
Bob and Alicia Witzofsky
I am so very sorry we could not attend today. Such a great father and husband. Andy will be missed and we are praying for strength to get through this difficult time. All our Love!