Charles R. “Chuck” Dickey, 90, of Hutchinson, died October 6, 2026, at Legend of Hutchinson. He was born February 17, 1936, in Springfield, Illinois, to Wilbur and Ada (Ford) Dickey.
Chuck graduated from Auburn High School in 1955 and joined the United States Army shortly after. He was a hard worker and spent most of his adult life working for the pipeline administration. Chuck worked as a field inspector at Panhandle Eastern Pipeline in Haven for over 35 years.
On October 3, 1959, Chuck married the love of his life, Dollie M. Heiderscheid, in Auburn, Illinois. They shared 66 years of matrimony before her death on May 15, 2026. After five long months, Chuck and Dollie are dancing together once again.
Chuck is survived by his: children, Heidie (Keith) Miller of South Carolina, Patti McMurphy of Hutchinson, and Gerry (Shelley) Dickey of Georgia; brother, Robert (Shelia) Dickey of Hutchinson; daughter-in-law, Sandy Dickey of Missouri; and sister-in-law, Martha (Tom) Leonard of Kentucky; 11 adored grandchildren and five beloved great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by: parents; son, Richard “Andy” Dickey; son-in-law, Kelly McMurphy; and beloved wife, Dollie Dickey.
Memorials are suggested to Gentiva Hospice and Reno County Cancer Council, in care of Elliott Mortuary.
Memorial Service will be 10 a.m., Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Steve Hodgson officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign his book 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m., Sundays at Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St. Hutchinson, KS 67501.