Alan Dick

Alan Richard Dick (Schultz), a devoted husband, loving father and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2024 at the hospital in Provo, Utah.

Alan was born on Nov. 16, 1947 in Gresham, Ore., to proud parents Clarence and Christine Dick. He was the eldest child and grew up alongside his brother Gary and sisters Kathy and Vicki. In 1954, athe family moved to Colorado eventually settling in Haxtun, where Alan spent his formative years. A proud graduate in 1967 of Haxtun High School, where he played football alongside his younger brother.

In September 1967, Alan met the love of his life, Rebecca Kay Schwaderer, and their romance led to marriage on Nov. 24 of the same year. Their union was blessed with three children: Martin, Lana and Erin.

In January 1968, Alan answered the call of duty and proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Stationed in Virginia, he served as a skilled helicopter mechanic in Vietnam, contributing to the war effort with dedication and courage.

After his honorable discharge, Alan and his family relocated to Murray, Utah in 1973 until settling in Price, Utah in 1974 where he worked tirelessly in the coal mines for many years until his retirement in 2012. Despite the demanding nature of his work, Alan always made time for his family and pursued his passions.

In his free time, Alan found joy in being a part of a pit crew for the local stock car races with his close friends that became his second family, shooting his black powder rifle with the Bookcliff Muzzleloader Club and cherished moments spent fishing with loved ones.

Alan was a beloved Papa to eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and many others who adopted him to be their Papa, which all brought immense joy and pride into his life.

He is survived by his brother Gary and wife Rose Dick, sister Kathy and husband Eddie Gallegos; children Martin and wife Anna Dick, Lana Dick and Erin Rolfsness; as well as all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Alan will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy of love, strength, and compassion will live on in the hearts of his family and friends forever.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 53 years Rebecca; daughter-in-law Jackie Dick; and baby sister Vicki Akin and her husband Gary Akin.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects at the memorial service, which will be held on April 19 at 11 a.m. at the Utah Veterans Cemetery & Memorial Park located at 17111 1700 W. Bluffdale, UT 84065. Following the service, a gathering will take place at Good News Lutheran Church, at 3281 N. 1120 E. Lehi, UT 84043.

Condolence cards can be sent to 1777 E. West Pinion Circle, Eagle Mountain, UT 84005.