Mookie was born on March 24, 1969, in Gary, Indiana. He graduated from Gary West High School in 1987. He moved to Sioux City in the mid 80’s and began working at IBP. He went on to work in the packing plant industry for over 25 years while also working part time jobs to support his family. Mookie’s children were always his number one priority.
Mookie enjoyed playing basketball with friends that quickly became family. A family filled with storytelling, BBQ’s, and memories. He enjoyed watching sporting events and especially the Chicago Bears.
He is survived by his loving wife, Josie; daughters, Nevyn of Ankeny, IA; Bridgae Dickerson of Phoenix, AZ; Alsatia Bombei of Sioux City, IA and sons, Robert Scarlvough (Camille) of Phoenix, AZ; Lonnie Dickerson (Catessa) of Sioux City, and five grandchildren; mother, Freddie Dickerson of Lumberton, NC; sisters, Fredia Dickerson of Minneapolis, MN; Yvette Barnes of Sioux City, IA; Keitha Dickerson-McAdoo (Phillip)of Lumberton, NC; Brenda Williams of Decatur, GA; brothers, Edward Williams of Lumberton, NC; Sylvester Williams (Robin) of Merrillville, IN.
He is preceded in death by his sister, Gloria Dickerson and best friend Tracey Wooten.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the family.
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