Dexter Wade Fields

1956 - 2012

Dexter Wade Fields obituary, 1956-2012, Childersburg, AL

BORN

1956

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Curtis and Son Funeral Home

1099 1st Ave NW

Childersburg, Alabama

Dexter Fields Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 21, 2012.

Memorial service for Dexter Wade Fields, 56, will be Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 12 pm at Curtis and Son Childersburg Chapel. Mr. Fields died November 17, 2012 at his residence. He worked for the US Postal Service as a Mail Carrier for the Sylacauga Post office for 25 years. He is survived by wife, Dianne I. Fields of Childersburg; son, Michael Wade Fields and wife Stacy of Calera; daughters, Dana Baker and husband Joel of Kelleyton, Mandi Phillips & husband Joshua of Childersburg; brother, Randall Fields of Georgia; sisters, Charlotte Carroll of Childersburg, Glendean Ogle of Texas, Sara Williams of Huntsville, Connie Rowe Carter of Vincent; Grandchildren, Ashley Fields, Lauren Fields, Ali Carter, Devin Phillips, Brittany Fields and Chance Baker. Proceeded in death by his Father, Wilford Johnson Fields and Mother Gladys Myrtle-Lee Thomas Fields. Visitation will be Saturday, November 24, 2012 from 11-12 at Curtis and Son Childersburg Chapel. Online memorials maybe made at www.curtisandsonfunerals.com Curtis and Son Funeral Home Childersburg Chapel will direct the services.

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November 29, 2012

Stephanie Johnson

I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

November 26, 2012

Julie Stone

The world is truly altered; smaller, less colorful and exciting. I don't know how anything can be as much fun without Dexter's humor, wit, intelligence and spirit. Dianne, Michael, Dana and Mandi you all have those qualities of Dexter's in you. Thank you for letting us share in his wonderful life.
I'm sure I'll laugh again... I'm just not sure I'll mean it.

November 25, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. It's during times such as these that we can find comfort in the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9, 10 . . .‘Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also upon earth'. Only God's Kingdom can bring peace, happiness, perfect health, and everlasting life.

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November 24, 2012

Rhonda Carroll

Uncle Dexter always had a larger than life personality. Always fun loving and free spirited. I have many fond memories of him. Diane, Michael, Dana and Mandi I pray that God is with you and will give you strength during this difficult time. Much love to you all.

November 24, 2012

Jay and Amy Davis

Thinking of the entire family today for peace and comfort.May God bless each of you in the difficult days ahead.

November 24, 2012

Paul & Tammy Hickman

We are praying for God's comfort for your entire family. May His Amazing Grace flow over you and sustain you as you walk through this valley.

November 24, 2012

Ray Mauldin

To say we are saddened by the loss of Dexter truly doesn't come close to our feelings. Dexter was one of the best men I have ever known. A good man. A good friend. I, for one, am better for having known him. He touched many lives and will be missed tremendously.

November 23, 2012

Matt and Carly Pair

We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the fun times I spent with Dexter, most particularly time spent in the woods hunting. Continuing to pray for the whole Fields family.

November 23, 2012

Jessica Miller

Mandi,you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please call me I'm here for you day or night.Love you and praying for you during this trying time that God holds your hand as each day passes.

November 23, 2012

Kane Smith

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 22, 2012

Wes Laughridge

I am blessed to have had the honor of knowing and working with Dexter. He was a big man with a big heart and a great sense of humor. He will be missed but always remembered in my heart.

November 22, 2012

Emmie McCluskey

There are no words to explain how much my family loved Dexter. He was like a brother to me instead of a brother in law. We will all miss him very much. Joe, Emmie and Jessica McCluskey.

November 22, 2012

There are no words to explain how much my family loved Dexter. He was like a brother to me instead of a brother in law. We will all miss him very much. Joe, Emmie and Jessica McCluskey.

November 22, 2012

Elaine Parker

Mandi, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. I did not know your dad, I do know this is a terrible loss for all of you, I think of you often. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.

November 22, 2012

Joe and Pat Tucker

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

November 22, 2012

Wendy Hawkins

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

November 22, 2012

When we think of Dexter we think of the twenty years of being neighbor anything Danny attempted Dexter was there always with a helping hand. Our porch and build our top over the house,our pool and fix it many time for us and Kim said she remember him building her tree house. I can go on and on I can say that HE was a good neighbor and FRIEND and he will be miss. Danny and Kaye Robertson

November 22, 2012

Cassie Gay

I am friends with Mandi. Sorry to say I didn't know her dad. But judging from her he seemed like a wonderful man. I am so sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for you and your family. I love Mandi like family, which means I care for the people who mean the most to her.

November 22, 2012

Charlie Sampson

Thank you Dexter for allowing Teresa and I to share your son with our family. He is a reflection of you and Diane's up-bringing. You will alway's be in all of our family's thought's and prayers. Praying for peace and love for Diane, your children and grand children. Teresa and I will alway's treasure your friendship, Charlie & Teresa Sampson

November 22, 2012

Kathy Murphy

Diane, Mandi, Dana and Michael--your family has felt like an extention of my family for a long long time. I could think of alot of ways to describe Dexter as i knew him. He was one of the most resoursefull people i've ever known. But mostly it's his funny personality and clever wit that i will remember the most. I am so sorry for this horrible loss to your family. I hurt so bad for y'all. I know there are no words that can help. I pray for peace, comfort and most of all understanding for you and your family. Love to y'all.

November 22, 2012

Traci Green

I have so many awesome memories of you uncle Dexter and your family! I love you all very much and I am so sad for you all. I pray that God will fill each of you with his love and peace during this hard time and all the days to come. I tell the story all the time about his dobies and forgetting he left them in the bath tub!! Love you all very much!! Thanks for all the blessings and memories over my life!

November 22, 2012

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November 21, 2012

Joan Parks

To me, Dexter was so much more than a mere co-worker. It was truly an honor knowing him. I am praying for you all. May the peace of the Lord that excels all thought comfort you at this most difficult time.

November 21, 2012

John & Linda Williams

So sorry to hear of Dexter's passing. I wish I could take the pain of your loss from you. It was my honor and pleasure to have been able to work with him for the last 24 years. But more importantly to have him as a friend. May God send angels of mercy to surround and comfort you all during this difficult time. Dex will be dearly missed by all who knew him. If I can do anything at all, please let me know.

November 21, 2012

Susan Grondin

Praying that Jesus, the Light of the World, will grant you light during your darkest hour, wrap His arms of comfort around you in a myriad of ways, grant you peace, and reciprocate his love through all those your family has touched. I will remember you in the days ahead.

November 21, 2012

Tanya Jackson

So sorry to hear about your daddy....I will be praying for you all....May the Lord comfort you and give you strength in the days and weeks ahead.....

November 21, 2012

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Ruthie Pittman and Melanie Pittman Edwards

To all the family of Dexter, we are praying for you and have you all in our thoughts. We pray for God's comfort and peace to sustain you though this trying time.

November 21, 2012

Doug & Melody Kemp

There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.

November 21, 2012

Mandi Phillips

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