Judy “Mimi” Dixon
Funeral services for Judy “Mimi” Dixon, 62, West Plains,Missouri, will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, September 26, 2013 at theCentral Church of Christ under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Dixon died at 10:25 a.m., Saturday, September 21, 2013 at her home after a long and courageous battle against cancer.
She was born October 17, 1950 at Kansas City, Missouri to Verlin Leland Payne and Nima Jean York Payne. She graduated from the West Plains High School and studied accounting at
Draughan’s Business College. On October 22, 1971, she was married at West Plains, Missouri to Joe Bill Dixon. Mrs. Dixon had worked at the West Plains Daily Quill and for many years at the West Plains Family Clinic and Burton Creek Medical Clinic before retiring to be with her grandchildren. She became a Christian and was baptized at an early age; Mrs. Dixon attended the Brandsville Church of Christ.
In the words of her family, “Judy was one of the most selfless people we have ever had the privilege of knowing. We were so blessed that God gave us such a wonderful example. Things just will not be the same without her in our home and in our church home. She wasn’t a loud person who drew attention to herself, but everyone knew about her through her kindness and love. She was steady and her faith in God and in her family did not waiver. We never heard her say a bad word against anyone. We saw her help people who did not deserve it and we saw her love people who took advantage of her. She always worked at bringing her family together and then would sit and enjoy the show. Even on her last day, we gathered with her and sang, told stories, looked at pictures and laughed. We know she was happy with that. She was a beat in our family that was strong and steady and one that we will continue to hear and feel even though she has gone on. We have all been blessed to know and love her.”
She is survived by her husband, Joe Bill Dixon; two sons, Greg Dixon, wife, Jamie and children, Laura Ruth, Lily Jo and Judge and Chad Dixon, wife, Jessica, and children, Kaylea, Emma and Joby; Kameron Moss, of the family home; one brother, Carl Payne; two sisters, Elaine Payne and Debbie Payne; many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and a lifelong friend and cousin, Linda Sue Taylor, as well as many more cousins.
Her parents, and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Glenn and Ruth Dixon, precede her in death.
Visitation will be from 5:30 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 25th, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Meltabarger Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Meltabarger Cemetery or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Tony & Velva Gunter
September 21, 2013 @ 6:42 pm
Judy was the most loving, caring, and giving person we have ever known, whether it was financially, opening her home for someone to stay, or any other cause, and never asking for anything in return. She was a loving, caring mother who raised two christian sons. We are honored to have Chad as our son-in-law, he is giving our daughter and grandchildren a christian home. We have to remember that the best day here on earth is nothing compared to Judy’s new home in heaven. Joe Bill, Chad, Jessica, Greg, Jaime, and grandchildren you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Melonie Bunn
September 22, 2013 @ 8:46 am
Judy was an inspiration to many both as a runner (every day on her lunch hour) and as a kind positive person. Judy always had a smile on her face when I saw her. I am praying for Joe Bill, Chad and Greg as well their families.
Rosalea Cargill
September 22, 2013 @ 9:43 pm
God has called a beautiful Angel home. It was an honor to have known her.
Liz Potter
September 23, 2013 @ 9:53 am
My heart and prayers go out to Coach and the rest of the family. You have all been such a big impact on Kameron’s life and for that I will eternally be greatful. I look forward to seeing Judy in heaven one day. Joe Bill, please know that we are praying for you and if there is anything at all that we can do for you or anything at all that you need, we are just a phone call away. May God bless, keep and comfort you through this most difficult time.
The Kasten Family & Herculaneum Cross Country Family
September 23, 2013 @ 2:09 pm
Our hearts are sadden from the Dixon Family’s lose. We only had the chance to meet and talk with Mrs. Dixon a few times but in those short meetings we came to know a kind, gentle and given heart. Coach, losing your life partner and love of your life has to be the hardest thing you will ever do. But, of all the people I know in this world you have been a steady and strong guiding light for more people than could be named. I know much of that strength came from your loving bride of nearly 42 years, the love and strength that she gave you will carry you and your family through this difficult time. Like I told her the first time I met her, “She is a true Champion”! Please know that you and yours are in the hearts and prayers of everyone here in Herculaneum’s Cross Country Family. God Bless The Dixon Family!
Virginia Berry
September 23, 2013 @ 2:35 pm
Sorry for your loss, prayer to the family.
Jim and Judy Schmuck
September 23, 2013 @ 2:37 pm
Joe Bill,
You and Judy are in our hearts and in our prayers.
Jim
tom O'Brien
September 23, 2013 @ 3:52 pm
Joe Bill,
I am truly sorry for your loss. My family will have your family in our prayers. Tom
Sara McCrackin and family
September 23, 2013 @ 4:29 pm
Judy ran an inspiring race, stayed the course, and is doing a victory lap on streets of gold. She was a quiet and gracious lady with profound spiritual strength and family devotion . We are praying for the wonderful family that she loved so much and considered a great blessing.
Rick and Cindy Boyce
September 23, 2013 @ 6:50 pm
Joe Bill and Family,
Coach , you, Judy and your family were very good to us in our time at West Plains. We are so sorry for your loss. She was definetely a special person. Our prayers are with you all.
Ron & Linda Hayes
September 23, 2013 @ 7:16 pm
Joe Bill & Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We pray that the wonderful memories you have of Judy will help bring you peace in this time of deep sorrow. Ron & Linda Hayes
Lois Drumright
September 23, 2013 @ 8:39 pm
I was blessed to know Judy. Worked with her years ago @ WP Daily Quill. She was always a sweet & caring friend. Sympathy extended to all of her family, especially her grandchildren.
Jim Streff
September 24, 2013 @ 8:20 am
Jane and I would like to extend our most sincere condolences. We are thinking and praying for you, Joe Bill, your family, and of course, Judy. Sending a hug your way.
Jim and Jane Streff
Vera Alsup
September 24, 2013 @ 9:29 am
So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and comfort you knowing she is in a much better place then us. Thinking of you. Sending prayers your way. The Alsup’s family…..
The Cotter's
September 24, 2013 @ 10:05 am
Our sympathy goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. I’d not seen Judy recently but during the years I worked with her at BCMC she was an inspiration. I’ve thought of her often and her words have come back to me in times of weekness. My life has been forever changed because of her convictions, strength and leadership as a christan women.
Myrna Tagoilelagi Matina
September 24, 2013 @ 11:59 am
My parents, family and I are sincerely sorry for your loss. You are family in more ways that you’ll ever know. Thank you Judy for always showing kindness to my Dad and for always being there for him. May the Lord bless you Joe Bill in your time of grief. She is suffering no longer and is enjoying a pain free heavenly life. We love you very much.
Alofa tele,
The Tagoilelagi Family
John and Ruth Haynes
September 24, 2013 @ 4:12 pm
Joe Bill and and family
We are so sorry , our thoughts are with you and your family she was a wonderful person I know she will leave a void in the lives of your family and many more.
Nigliazzo Family
September 24, 2013 @ 4:49 pm
Behind every great family, there is always a courageous, loving woman. Our lives have been so blessed by the Dixons and we can only assume the family’s Christian love and service came from Judy and Joe Bill. We lift you up in prayer as such a beautiful, strong example is sure to be incredibly missed. We also glory in God that her example of love and courage continues to shine daily through her precious family. As Paul said, Judy has run the race and won the prize. May we all be so worthy when we meet our Savior.
Ken Lewis
September 25, 2013 @ 7:14 am
Very sorry to hear of your loss Joe Bill. I truely cannot understand how you must feel. My prayers are with you on this sad day.
Brian & Samantha York & Family
September 25, 2013 @ 9:22 am
Coach,
A wonderful Christian has passed from this world of pain to await her reward in Heaven. Everyone who has known Judy has been blessed by her and her love of God. Our hearts and prayers will be with you in this time of pain and loss.
Brian York
Mark Sissom
September 25, 2013 @ 12:39 pm
Joe Bill,
I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful tribute to your wife on this website. She obviously was an awesome person and a great Christian example to all who knew her.
I know you will carry a deep sorrow for a long time. I pray that God send the great comforter to you and your family.
God Bless you and your family!
MaryJo Parker
September 25, 2013 @ 8:08 pm
I was sadden to hear of Judy’s passing. I can sit back and remember all the races we ran together. We all have wonderful memories of Judy. My prayers are with you. MaryJo
Dana Fine
September 26, 2013 @ 12:22 am
Joe Bill and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Although I didn’t know Judy personally I do remember seeing her when you taught 8th grade at Richards School. She seemed like a caring and kind person. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you during this time and in the time to come, which is the hardest to deal with.
Jim and Candace Nash
September 26, 2013 @ 5:54 am
Dixon Family,
We are truly saddened to here of your loss. I had the pleasure of working with her at Burton Creek. She is a great inspiration to a lot of people. She was a very beautiful person, inside and out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Richard Ingalls
September 26, 2013 @ 10:47 am
Coach Dixon & family,
My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you all during this bittersweet season. Bitter in the pain of losing someone so precious and central to your family; yet Sweet in that you all KNOW she is with the Lord and she has no more suffering, and she has reunited with those who are asleep in Christ – and she awaits your arrival in paradise with her. The Bible tells us that “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints” (Ps116:15) – so we know that Heaven has prepared a special Homecoming celebration for ‘Mimi’.
Coach Dixon – you have been a pillar of strength to all the runners you have coached and mentored over the decades – especially for my son, Joshua. Thank you. I am sure that Judy was a strong reason behind your strength; and a source of both love, hope and inspiration. I’m so sorry for your loss and pain. Please know that beyond your family there is an entire community of loyal followers who care about you and your family because you have cared for sons and daughters of ours.
Thank you ‘Mimi’ for being that special, quiet source of strength, love and inspiration to your very special, loving family.
With love, from the Ingalls family,
– Richard Ingalls
Melinda Rhoads
September 26, 2013 @ 2:44 pm
Dixon Family,
I am so thankful I had the chance to meet such a wonderful and caring person. I worked with Judy at Burton Creek and she was an inspration to everyone she worked with and came in contact with everyday. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She will be missed. Praying for you all in this time of loss. Bless those beautiful little grand children.
Melinda
Hassel and Alice Vandergriff
September 26, 2013 @ 7:54 pm
We are so sorry for your loss; you are certainly in our thoughts and prayers.
Dale Shepherd
September 27, 2013 @ 9:05 am
Joe Bill,
You and your family are certainly in my thoughts and prayers.
Dale
Sharon (Tandy) Gaston
September 27, 2013 @ 11:25 am
Our family benefited so much by the coaching of Joe Bill and the wonderful support Judy always gave. She was a wonderful person, and we know she will be forever missed. May God give all of you strength at this time. Judy will be with you always in wonderful memories.
Vicki Kettering-Paxton
September 27, 2013 @ 1:21 pm
Joe Bill, I didn’t know your wife but from the comments people have shared she was a shining light of Christ’s love and she made a difference in many people’s lives.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
JEANNE SHERTZ
September 28, 2013 @ 3:45 pm
Dixon Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I will never forget how she encouraged me to continuely strive forward when I had my strokes. Because of prayers from Brandsville Church of Christ I feel so very grateful. People like Judy never leave us, they will live forever in our memories. May God bless.
Janet Womack
September 28, 2013 @ 7:23 pm
Joe Bill, Greg and Chad and families you are in our thoughts and prayers and may you find comfort and peace during this very difficult time. I know your love and memories of Judy (“Mimi”) will go on forever. With our deepest sympathy.
Love to all….
Janet & Jerry Womack
Janet Womack
September 28, 2013 @ 7:35 pm
Joe Bill, Greg and Chad and families may you find comfort and peace during this very difficult time. I know the love and memories of Judy (“Mimi”) will go on for ever. Our deepest sympathy.
Love to all…
Janet & Jerry Womack
Janet Womack
September 28, 2013 @ 8:04 pm
Joe Bill, Greg ,Chad and families may you find comfort and peace during this very difficult time. I know your love and memories for Judy (“Mimi”) will go on forever . With our deepest sympathy.
Love to all…..
Janet & Jerry Womack