Dickie Joe Carden, 73, of Avondale, passed away October 12, 2012 at home. He was born July 29, 1939 in East Prairie, Missouri to Cage and Cathryn Carden. He moved to Arizona from Missouri in 1966 and worked as an independent truck driver. He was of the Baptist Faith. Dickie is survived by his wife Beverly Carden; daughter Lana St. Clair (Kelly); son Neil Carden (Hope); sister-in-law Sylvia Carden; 4 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Milo. Private Memorial Services were held. Condolences to the family can be sent to www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.