Robert Stephan (Steve) Dick, 76, passed away suddenly on July 6, 2023 at his home near Perry, with his wife by his side.
Steve was born in Great Bend Kansas on June 23, 1947. He was the son of Robert A. and Betty Nowlin Dick. Steve attend Ellinwood Schools which he was a proud graduate of the Class of 1965 Ellinwood High School. Steve was a member of the Argonne Rebels Drum and Bugle Corp, Great Bend. He is a veteran of the US Army serving in the Southern Command Network, Panama. He had been an active member of several Corvette Clubs in which he and his wife enjoyed auto crossing Steve’s 1970 Chevy Corvette. He also was an active and charter member of the Free State Fly Fishers in Lawrence. He is a graduate of Fort Hays State University and Kansas University.
He married Margaret Bergin on August 29, 1976 in Emporia, Kansas. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two children, Amy (Lance) Hoover and Matthew (Ashley) Dick, three granddaughters Addison Hoover, Brynlynn Hoover and Harper Dick all of Lawrence. He is also survived by his lifelong friend, Larry Griffin, of Overland Park.
Steve was a photojournalist for the University of Kansas for 3 decades. He loved photographing the Jayhawks. He was an avid fly fisherman, loved reading, and following his Jayhawks, no matter what sport was playing.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Johnny’s West, 721 Wakarusa, Lawrence, Kansas from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Everyone encouraged to wear their favorite KU clothing. Memorial services will be at 6:30pm, July 21, 2023 at Danforth Chapel on KU campus.
In lieu of flowers family suggests your local Human Society, Jefferson County Historical Society, Oskaloosa, or Ellinwood Historical Society, Ellinwood.
Margaret and family – I didn’t know Steve but he must have been a great person. Sorry for your loss. Dale Flory
Margaret and family- Thoughts and prayers for all of you at this sad time.
Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family Margaret… I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of Steve’s passing.
I remember him so warmly from our time at KU University Relations together from 1988-2001. Besides being a very talented photographer he was a lovely human being – and I fondly recall his humour and our ‘banter’ together.
With love and my heartfelt condolences, Jeremy (London, UK)
I knew Steve from high school in Ellinwood, Kansas. He was class of 1965, I was class of 1967. We were friends despite the difference in our ages. He had a very cool 1958 black Chevy Impala with a 348ci. engine, 4 on the floor, lakes pipes, spinner hub caps, and a Continental kit. Later in life, we my wife and Margaret were “neighbors” about a 1/4 mile apart in the Pleasant Grove estates neighborhood. We would visit often and enjoyed seeing Larry Griffin from time to time. We are sorry for your loss Margaret, Amy, and Matt. Hope to see you Wednesday.
I am so sad to learn that I will not hear Steve’s quips and quirky observations again. He was a sharp observer of all things and behaviors and a wry sense of humor to narrate his thoughts. A special being, caring husband, father and grandfather and an enjoyable colleague. You went too soon, Steve.
Dear Margaret, Amy and Matt,
I’m very sorry for your loss. Steve taught me a lot, for which I’m grateful. I hope that time is gentle on all of us.
Margaret and family, my deepest sympathy for your loss.
We were so sad to hear of Steve`s passing he was a wonderful man. We pray God will bless all of you as you remember and hold dear all the wonderful memories in your hearts.
I am so very sorry for your loss, prayers for you and the family.
Margaret and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Margaret. So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Margaret, Amy and Matt, we are so sorry to hear about Steve. Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Kevin and Dana Wingert
Margaret and family,
Send prayers to you and your family. Cherish your memories, and God will get you through this.
FrankNsharon