Robert Christian Dice's Obituary
Robert (Bob) Christain Dice, 76, died December 14, 2022 at Peppi's Home in Tucson, AZ, after a long quiet battle with leukemia. He was born February 1 , 1946 in Leadville Co to Fred A. Dice and Margret M. (Fahey) Dice. He grew up on mountainous back roads, hunting, fishing, and camping. As a Colorado native he spent much of his youth outdoors. He worked for Climax as an young adult, and later began his career in construction. Construction took him all over the country, and when he was living in Northern California he fell in love with deep sea fishing. He worked as a safety engineer on many large projects all over the country. He was a life member at Leadville Elks Lodge, and a proud member of the NRA.
He was a devoted Catholic and volunteered as a greeter and usher at the different churches he attended, as he moved for work. He also volunteered as a leader for cub scouts. Bob spent his retirement as a snowbird between Tucson, AZ and Gunnison, CO. He made many friends on these travels and kept in touch with them during the off seasons. His Tucson friends, and his family were there in his last days.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents, and his sons Robert K. and Richard C. Dice. He is survived by his sister Veronica K. Dice of Salida, grandson Richard A. Dice of Tennessee, granddaughters Alexandria A. Dice of Florida, and Adena (Marcus) N. (Dice) Scanga of Salida, and great granddaughters Cecilia A. Duran, Alise A Worthy, and Cataleya S. Dice.
Robert requested that no service be held. His ashes will be scattered in Leadville, Co. at a to be determined date this summer. He is finally with his parents and beloved sons.
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