John Dickson
John Dickson

A tribute has been paid following the death of a former chairman of Lichfield District Council.

John Dickson, who represented the Little Aston ward from 1987 to 2003, died on 15th October.

He was chairman of the local authority from 2002 to 2003.

Cllr Doug Pullen, leader of Lichfield District Council, said:

“I was very sorry to hear the news that one of our former district councillors, John Dickson, has passed away. 

“Throughout his time as a councillor his desire to work with others and shape the community led him to participate on many committees.

“His final role on the district council was as chairman from 2002 to 2003.

“We are sending our condolences and best wishes to John’s family and friends at this sad time.”

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Sue Woodward
2 years ago

I’m sad to hear this. John was about the most courteous and gentlemanly councillor I have ever come across. He was very good to me as a new councillor starting out; patient, ecouraging and tolerant too. John’s way of conducting politics is sadly now in too short supply.

Steven Norman
2 years ago

A very capable, courteous and congenial councillor. Someone who would be a good role model for behaviour for MPs in particular.

From the other side of the Chamber, and John in his role of Chairman was scrupulously not on any side, can I say I missed him when he stood down am pleased to have known him.

Richard Dickson
2 years ago

Thank you Sue and Steven for your comments with which I agree. Although my Father and I saw the world through a different lense, he was still a huge inspiration to me.