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Kinney Edward Dickhute, a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Tuesday, 27 February. He was born on October 30, 1938, in West Plains, MO. He graduated from Longville High School in 1956. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, and was honorably discharged. He received his Bachelor's degree and Master's degree from McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA. He worked at McNeese State University as the Purchasing Agent until August, 1977. He worked as the Assistant Director of Purchasing at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA. He retired from Louisiana State University after 22 years in 1998. Preceded in death by his Parents: Lavergne W. and Anna Owen Dickhute; beloved wife of 51 years: Lois Ross Dickhute; Son: Barry G. Dickhute; Brother: Keith Dickhute; and Sister: Ellen Blankenship. Surviving are Son & Daughter-in-Law: Brian C. & Renee B. Dickhute of Buford, GA; Son: Robert J. Dickhute of Georgetown, TX; and Son & Daughter-in-Law: Brett K. & Stephanie C. Dickhute of Greenwell Springs, LA; Brother & Sister-in-Law: Donald & Diane Dickhute of Alexandria, VA; Sister: Ruth Taylor of Dry Creek, LA; Brother: Kenneth Dickhute of San Antonio, TX; and Sister and Brother-in-Law: Patsy & James Carpenter of Dry Creek, LA. Six grandchildren: Morgan D. Batson of Flowery Branch, GA, Kathleen R. Dickhute of Gainesville, GA, Christopher B. Dickhute of Buford, GA, Anna-Marie Duracher of Amite, LA, Madison B. Dickhute and Reagan L. Dickhute of Greenwell Springs, LA; Great-grandsons: Hampton B. Batson and Hutson B. Batson of Flowery Branch, GA; Great-granddaughters: Sofia Rose Duracher and Ariana Michelle Duracher of Amite, LA. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 3, at Barentine Cemetary in Longville, LA, at 11:00 AM. If inclement weather becomes a factor, the service will be held at the Labby Memorial Funeral Home chapel in DeRidder, LA. Dr. Christopher Ross will be officiating, under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home.
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I worked for Mr. "D" at LSU Purchasing for several year. He was an extremely wise & truly compassionate leader. Mr. "D" listened & really cared about his employees/friends. Rest in Peace, Mr. "D" for you definitely are fondly remembered.
Rose Bourgeois Bourg
March 2, 2018
Mr. Dickhute was such a wonderful person. I worked for him at LSU in the 90's and he was very kind and hard working. Sending prayers and thoughts to his family. RIP, Mr. D.
Lisa Sanchez
March 2, 2018
We had the privilege of having your parents in our Sunday school class in Baton Rouge for many years. Your mom called everyone who was sick every week. They were such sweet Christian people. I know they are in heaven.
James & Amy Kennerly
March 1, 2018
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