Eugene C. Dick, 86, of Cando, ND passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the Towner County Medical Center in Cando.  A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Cando, ND with Pastor Jim Sorum officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Uffda Fund for Animals, PO Box 454, Cando, ND 58324.

Eugene Charles Dick was born in Langdon, North Dakota, on December 8, 1939, to Charles and Mathilda (Wengeler) Dick. He grew up on a farm in Nekoma and attended school in Nekoma and Langdon, ND. The family later moved to Devils Lake, where he graduated from Devils Lake Central High School in 1957. In 1968, he earned his associate's degree from Lake Region Junior College, Devils Lake, ND.

Eugene met and married the love of his life, Marjorie Nelson, on July 19, 1958. They made their home in Lakewood, near Devils Lake, North Dakota, where they built a life together. He cherished time spent playing cards, camping, fishing, working on cars, leading Bible studies, and sharing stories with family and friends. After retiring, they lived in Cando, North Dakota. They were married for 61 years before her passing in 2019. He worked in the insurance business for over 40 years. Later in life, he drove the Cando transit van, where he met and cared for many people and was deeply loved by those he served.

Eugene had a strong faith and a deep passion for sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. He sent daily morning Bible verses to friends and family. He was a caring and generous man who was always willing to lend a hand. Whether offering a ride or helping someone through a difficult time, Eugene was there for others. He lived with an open heart, often giving things away and quietly paying it forward in ways that made a lasting difference in the lives of those around him.

Eugene is survived by his daughters, Dianna (Gene) Rosinski, Marjean Haugen, and Darcy Gregg; sons, Terry (Twana) Dick and Greg (Heather) Streuber; and 12 grandchildren: Joshua Haugen; Dietrich (Jenna) Streuber; Saigeon Streuber; Kayla (Brian) Quintus; Josi (Kyndahl) Hill; Cassandra (Alexander) Swarm; Jonathon Dick; Erich Streuber; Christian Streuber; Jacob Dick; Amanda Dick; and Lukas Streuber. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren: Lydia Hartman-Haugen, Keondre Streuber, and Malcolm Hill; his brother, Gary Dick; sisters, Arlene (Frank) Huiet and Jana Davidson; sister-in-law, Doris Dick; sister-in-law, Debbie Nelson, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mathilda Dick; his wife, Marjorie Dick; son-in-law, Kent Haugen; son-in-law Robert Rydin, his brother, Merlyn Dick; sister, Beverly (Gerald) Altendorf; brother-in-law, Melvin Davidson; his in-laws, Emil and Mae Nelson; brother-in-law, Duane (Bernice) Nelson; brother-in-law, Ronald (Bonnie) Nelson; brother-in-law, Roger Nelson; and an infant brother, Joseph.

Eugene held firmly to his faith and the promise of eternal life. "Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:23. He now rests in the presence of his Savior.