Raymond Lee Dixon, 89, of 1329 Rivercrest Drive, passed away Friday morning, January 14, 2011 at the Hospice Home in Wentworth. A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Monday, January 17 at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Mr. Dixon was born July 8, 1921 in Axton, VA, son of the late Benjamin and Nina McDaniel Dixon. He was a World War II Navy veteran and a retiree of Fieldcrest Mills after 42 years of service. Mr. Dixon loved fishing with his friends. Surviving are his daughters, Carolyn D. Hailey of Eden and Martha Dixon of the home; four sons, Kenneth R. Dixon of Reidsville, Donald L. Dixon of Eden, Michael S. Dixon of Summerfield, and David J. Dixon of Eden; seven grandchildren, Raymond T. Hailey, Patricia H. Campbell, William "Bill" Hailey, Brittney N. Starnes, Jessica M. Dixon, Joshua M. Dixon, and Tyler Dixon; seven great-grandchildren; and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Esther Bray Dixon; and brothers, Posie and Clay Dixon. Visitation will be held Sunday evening, 7 - 8:30 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. The family would like to express their special thanks to Hospice of Rockingham County for all of their compassion and support. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
rip papa dixon i know your with granny now but you will be missed,you were such a good man but your time on this earth was up and jesus called you home.love you
brandi marie hailey scott
Mike and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Morris & Marilyn
Morris &Marilyn Calhoun
To the family of Raymon Dixon, I have not had the priveledge of meeting the family with the exception of his daughter, Carolyn Hailey whom I consider a dear friend. Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers will be with you and all of your family. May you take comfort in family, friends and most of all in Christ, as you all face the days ahead. With sincere condolences, Marlene Pruitt
marlene pruitt
I am very, very sorry to hear about your father. He was a terrific person.
Jinger Jones
Dear Martha and family, I am so sorry about the loss of your Dad. May God be with you during this difficult time.You have my heartfelt sympathy.
Teresa Jefferson hawkins
Dear Patty, Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for the loss of your grandfather. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Arlene Wade
Arlene M Wade
To Martha & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Raymonds passing. He was a nice man. I lived beside of him and Esther my whole life. I have fond memories of my grandpa Melvin,Raymond,and i going fishing. He use to love to pick at us about how many fish he caught. May you look to God he will see you through this difficult time.
Mandy Holt
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