Richard "Dickey" Glenn Lofton of Jasper, Georgia died on Monday January 18, 2021. He leaves behind his wife, Sharon, whom he has been married to for 40 years, as well as his 10 children Whitney, Katie Paddock and husband Chris, Megan, Michael, Lexie, Carson, Emery Claire, Jake, Charleigh, and Faith. He also was blessed with 5 grandchildren Grant, Thatcher, Gray, Harper, and Khaleesi. Dickey was born in Atlanta, Georgia July 25, 1958. He graduated from Auburn University in 1986 with a degree in journalism and was a passionate Auburn football fan. Dickey met his wife Sharon when they were 16 years old. He sent notes and little paper books across the classroom to "the shy girl in the corner". They have never been separated since, and all of his children and grandchildren know the depth of love possible on this earth through their love story with one another. Never could it be possible for someone to love someone more than Dickey loved Sharon, and Sharon loved Dickey. To his children he was the one who taught us wonder, magic, dreams, the healing effect of laughter, and goodness. He saw life through the mind of a writer and had the soul of a poet. These qualities helped him to see people more acutely and help them more profoundly. What people most remember about him, in the stories they have shared, is how he helped other people, shared his love for Christ, and how he made them laugh until their sides hurt. To his grandchildren, he was their "best friend." He was the silly one who always told them stories and had special surprises hidden behind his back. They thought he hung the moon. We feel overwhelmed with thankfulness that he was our Husband, Daddy, and Papa. Services for Dickey will be held as a Celebration of Life in the spring on our farm. Details and time to be announced at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.loganfuneralhome.com. Logan Funeral Home & Chapel in charge of arrangements.