Helen Randall Dickason

September 30, 1926 - April 3, 2021

Helen Randall Dickason September 30, 1926-April 3, 2021 Helen was born in Portland, Oregon on September 30, 1926 to Barrett and Alice “Marie” (Cathey) Randall. She died April 3, 2021. She attended school in both Portland and Beaverton, Oregon. She attended college at Pacific University in Forest Grove and Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. She married Elvis “Dick” Dickason on June 12, 1946. The couple had two children: Marie Dickason and Daniel “Dan” Dickason. Dick was an entomologist with Oregon State University and his career took them to Michigan and Brazil. They moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where Dick was with the University of Nebraska from 1970-1990. The couple returned to Corvallis in 1990 following Dick’s retirement. Helen volunteered at the OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop. She was a member of PEO Chapter FU. Helen was a member of Good Samaritan Episcopal Church. Helen was preceded in death by husband, Dick; her parents, sister, and niece. She is survived by her children Marie and Dan Dickason and three nephews. She leaves behind many beloved friends. Due to COVID 19, there will be no formal services. If desired, memorials may be made to OSU Folk Club Thrift Shop, Chapter FU PEO or Episcopal Church Women c/o McHenry Funeral Home who is handling arrangements. Marie and Dan wish to express their gratitude for the loving care of Timberhill Assisted Living staff, Corvallis Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center staff, and Evergreen Hospice staff.