Clark R. “Randy” Dickens
Clark R. “Randy” Dickens, age 73, of Quincy, died in his home on Thursday, August 21, 2025. He was born in Spartanburg, NC on March 12, 1952, a son of Phil and Ellis (Jones) Dickens. He married Christie Pence and together they had their son Tyler.
Randy was a lifelong educator and coach, coaching football most recently at Quincy High School, and previously at Culver Stockton College, Quincy College, Wabash College, and Rose Hulman Technical School. He was an avid golfer and traveled extensively with his son Tyler as he played golf in tournaments across the country. He was passionate about coaching football and working to develop the young players, and he stayed connected to the QHS football program long after his retirement.
In addition to his son Tyler Dickens of Quincy, survivors include his grandchildren, Lydia and Everett Dickens of Quincy; his former wife and friend Christie (Tom) Bliven of Quincy. A brother, William Dickens of Mt. Pleasant, S.C. and sister, Margaret (Gene) Gannon of Altoona, FL. A sister-in-law Irene Pence, Texas; nieces Sarah Pence and Ansley Hack, and nephews, Billy Dickens, Joe Dickens and Jed Dickens.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother-in-law, Sterling David Pence and a sister-in-law, Allie Dickens.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Visitation is on Friday between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to his Grandchildren’s Education Fund or to Quincy High School Athletics for the Football Program. Messages may be shared online at www.dukerandhaugh.com
Tyler, Christie, and family:
I was saddened to hear of “Coach’s” passing. I know how important each of you have always been to Randy. It was a pleasure to always share a conversation with him, whether it was on the sideline at a football game, or around the fire pit at VVR. He devoted his entire life trying to mold boys into men and did a great job of it! I will pray that God gives you the strength you need in the days ahead and that HE fills your hearts and souls with the many great memories you both created, and shared with, Randy. God Bless.
Christie, Tyler-
I was so saddened to hear the news about Randy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely-
Mike Verzino– (your old neighbor across the street on Ridgewood)
Coach Dickens,
I was only under your leadership for 2 years at Qunicy “College” University, but the impact you had on me during that period will last my lifetime.
THANK YOU!!!…..thank you for being sincere- thank you for being tough- thank you for being a humble Warrior- thank you for the pink sweatpants you sent me after my recruiting visit- thank you for the long life friendships and memories I made playing for you at QC!
See you on the other side,
Tony Sturdivant
QC ’88-’90
Tyler, Christie & all,
Sending you our deepest sympathy! Randy was one classy guy, always sharply dressed, loyal father, grandfather & friend. He will be missed by many in this community. May our Heavenly Father welcome him to the home he has made for us where we will someday meet again. May he give you all strength and comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
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The Gilberta Dorsey Family
Christie and Tyler,
So sorry for your loss. 71 is so young and it’s always hard to loose family and friends.
May the souls of the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. AMEN 🙏 ❤️
Miss you all.
Greg Wilkinson
Christie and Tyler,
Please know you are most certainly in our prayers.You all were such wonderful neighbors. Christie, Lon and I loved working with you and Randy and, Tyler, you were a trip to watch grow up. So happy to know, Tyler, that you and your dad got to spend a lot of quality time on the golf course.
With our love and prayers,
Lon and Sandy Fulte
This hit so many hard,I still can’t accept it. My heart goes out to all of the family, friends, football coaches,players and students- Randy’s legacy touched 100s and 100s of people../ he is greatly missed already. COACH- your guidance, influence and strength helped change me ,thank you for giving me the opportunity to coach Blue Devil football with you and all the other coaches. The many Friday nights, clinics,roadtrips,and coaches conferences were a blast and I will always remember them . Im sure your coaching and mentoring on the gridiron in the sky. What passion and love you showed for the game,players and fellow coaches. I thought I was done being coached after college/ but you coached me on being a coach and a better person- thank you COACH, I will never forget you and all the great memories.
You said that perfectly Coach Nate! He was an amazing person and will always be part of my life with the thoughts and memories. Man we had some fun!! Thanks Coach Dickens!