Dickie Arion
February 19, 1937 - February 10, 2017
Dickie Arion, 79, of Lindenhurst, IL passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017. He was born in Flora, IN on February 19, 1937, the son of the late Everett and Rebecca Arion. Dickie married his high school sweetheart Bonnie on September 16, 1956. They recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Dickie spent 40 years working as a graphic artist before retiring. He and Bonnie enjoyed spending many winters in Eufaula, AL and Fruitland Park, FL. Dickie enjoyed being with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing cards, playing golf, and gardening, and he was a natural nature lover. He is survived by his wife Bonnie; children Rod (Jamie) Arion of Georgia, Dalana (Jeff) Wilson of Wisconsin, and Kevin (Cheryl) Arion of Antioch, IL; grandchildren Max, Joshua, Megan, Justin, and Ryan (Jill) Thamerus; great grandson Hudson; and by his sister Lois (Bruce) Birnell-Andrews. He was preceded in death by his brother Jackie (late Velda) Arion. Memorial visitation will be 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2017 at Chain of Lakes Community Bible Church, 43 W Grass Lake Rd, Lake Villa, IL 60046; 847-838-0103. A memorial service will begin at noon on Monday at the church. Burial of the cremated remains at Millburn Cemetery will take place privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Dickie’s memory to Chain of Lakes Community Bible Church or to Aurora Healthcare Foundation (please note on donation Aurora Cancer Care Kenosha, 950 N. 12th St. #A511; Milwaukee, WI 53201.
Dickie Arion, 79, of Lindenhurst, IL passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017. He was born in Flora, IN on February 19, 1937, the son of the late Everett and Rebecca Arion. Dickie married his high school sweetheart Bonnie on September 16, 1956.... View Obituary & Service Information
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