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Art was born on January 25, 1935 in Troy Township, son of the late E. Laverne and Nellie Amanda (Rockwell) Dickerson. He was a 1953 Troy High School graduate and was a printer and type setter for Elmira Quality Printers until his retirement. Art was very involved with is church and his community. He served the community as an officer of the Alparon Park Board and organized the vendors for the Maple Festival held there each year. He was an active member of the Columbia Cross Roads Methodist Church, he lent a hand when needed and sang in the choir. For many years Art also sang in the Old Hymns quartet. Art was a longtime member, past president and secretary of the Sylvania Lions Club, he was active in its recycling program, fundraising activities and a member of its Demolition Derby Committee, which was featured at the Troy Fair. He was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Award, the highest honor conferred to a Lion in recognition of humanitarian efforts. Past volunteer activities include the Boy Scouts and Little League. In 2015 Art was recognized for all his accomplishments by being awarded Alumni of the Year by the Troy Area School District