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Dirk Dicou

May 13, 1934 — March 15, 2026


We are celebrating the life of Dirk Gysbert Dicou, who passed away on Sunday, March 15th, 2026, in Lindon, Utah at the age of 91. Dirk was born on May 13, 1934, in Apeldoorn, Netherlands to Jacob and Gerritje (Verbeek) Dicou. 

Dirk was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served diligently in many callings throughout the years. He loved to attend the temple. He was also a proud veteran, serving his country with honor, a testament to his patriotism and the values he held dear.

Dirk loved working with wood and shared this passion generously. He received several recognitions from organizations for his generosity of wooden toys he made and donated. He also enjoyed gardening and bicycling. He loved joking around and having fun with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was a hard worker, full of optimism, and had a friendly demeanor that was valued and loved by those around him. 

He married his sweetheart Louise Catharina Schut on November 12, 1959, in the Salt Lake City Temple. They had 8 children, 33 grandchildren, and 24 great grandchildren. 

He is survived by his children: Sandra Yetter, Troy Dicou, Caryn Tucker, Shane Dicou, Denise Haugen, Marlo Gifford, and Lisa Mower. His sibling: Janna Van Leeuwen.

He is preceded in death by his spouse Louise Catharina Schut Dicou, his parents Jacob and Gerritje Dicou, his siblings Willem Dicou, Gerrit Dicou, Hendrika Dicou, Cornelis Dicou, Jacoba "Koos" Dicou, Johannes "John" Dicou, Gerritje Dicou, his daughter Bonnie Terry, and his grandson Max David Terry.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 28th at 11:00 am, with a viewing at 9:45 am-10:45 am. 1320 West 3540 North, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062.

Interment will be at Memorial Mountain View, 3115 Bengal Blvd, Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121.

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