CASHTON - Paul J. Dickman, 90, of Cashton, WI, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022, at the Rolling Hills Rehab Center in Sparta, WI. Paul was born in Melvina, WI, on June 15, 1931, to Henry and Anne (Dunahoe) Dickman. He was united in Holy Matrimony to Bernice Barbour on October 12, 1957.
Paul wore many work hats during his lifetime. For over 50 years he worked as the Town of Jefferson patrolman while operating his farm and raising tobacco at the same time. He bartended at Danceland under five different owners. Proudly volunteered with the Cashton Fire Department. When he wasn’t working Paul and Bernice loved listening to polka music; and he enjoyed doing carpentry and woodwork. Although Paul was a hard worker, he loved spending time with his family and friends.
Paul is survived by his wife of 64 years, Bernice; sons, Dennis of Cashton, and Bill (Kay Picha) Dickman of Camp Douglas; daughter, Linda Dickman of Hardwick, MN; grandchildren, Derek (Lizzie) Dickman, Sara Dickman, Jacky Dickman, Calli (Sam) Wilhelms and Bailey (Austin Kirchner) Dickman; sister, Diane Schmitz of Sparta; sister-in-law, Mavis Dickman of Sparta; a good family friend, Shelly Vance; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Ann; daughter Paula; brother Eugene; sister, Alice (Pete) Wolfe; brother-in-law, Clayton Schmitz; and a niece, Sherrie Wolfe.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 10:30 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cashton, WI. Father Michael Klos will officiate. Burial will take place at a later date in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.
Family and friends are invited for visitation Monday, January 10, 2022, 4-7:00 p.m. at the Torkelson Funeral Home in Cashton. Visitation will also be held on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Online Condolences may be offered at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
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