James Edward Dixon, Jr.
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James Edward "Dixon" "Tuddin" Dixon, Jr., 57, of Coatesville, went home to be with the Lord on March 31, 2013, Easter Sunday morning Resurrection Day at home in the loving arms of his wife Pat and his parents. Born in Parkesburg on May 25, 1955, he was the son of James E. Dixon, Sr. and Constance Wilson Dixon of Parkesburg.
He graduated of the Octorara High School, class of 1973 and attended Lincoln University. He was an avid fisherman, collector of Corvettes and loved listening to James Brown. He was employed by the former Embreeville State Hospital for 25 years, SESTU for ten years, he also worked at Concepts and Concern.
He is survived by his adoring and loving wife Patricia Comfort Dixon, who never left his side during his entire illness. He leaves to cherish his memory one daughter Sheila Washington (Theodore) of Downingtown, three grandsons; Jamie Vann (Casie) of Rochester, NY, Antuan Miller of Miami, FL, and Teddy Miller of Downingtown, one great grandson, Trenton Vann of New York, parents James and Constance Dixon of Parkesburg, PA. One sister Shirley Dixon of Parkesburg and one brother Gerald Dixon, (Chrisia) of Clermont, Fl and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was a special, loveable and very private person so we adhere to the final requests of a man that did it his way.
He lived his life and he traveled afar, but more than that, yes, much more than that, he did it his WAY!!!
Arrangements are being handled by the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences may be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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Condolences
Condolences to the family of James E. Dixon, Jr.
My family and I are sorry to learn about the loss your dearly beloved angel. Losing a loved one has never been a change easy to accept, but continue to trust in the concept that our creator has a task far greater than the one Tuddin completed in our presence. When the pain subsides for each of you, you will realize his suffering has come to an end and recall all the highlights of the many years shared. Love and respect never ends.
Best wishes to All...
His Journey's Just
His Journey's Just Begun
Don't think of him as gone away-his journey's just begun,
life holds so many facets-this earth is only one.
Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort,where there are no days and years.
Think how he must be wishing,that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness can really pass away.
And think of him as living,in the hearts of those he touched...
for nothing loved is ever lost-and he was loved so much.
E. Brenneman
Dixon Family, You all will be
Dixon Family,
You all will be in our prayers Tuddin will be missed.
Love you all
Adam Dixon
To The Dixon Family, Our
To The Dixon Family, Our thoughts and Prayers go out to all of you, May God's Love Shine on you and Comfort you during this difficult time
GONE BUT NEVER EVER WILL BE FORGOTTEN
Dear Patricia, Jimmy, Connie, Shirley,and Jerry,
I want to extend our complete and utter adoration to you at this time.
You raised a MAN...that is a word that seems to have gone from today's vocabulary. He was my friend from the ALLEY...FRONT STREET...TO NOW THE STREET PAVED WITH GOLD. I know that this is a hard road, but it gives me great comfort to know that people that I love and care for so deeply know the GREAT AND MIGHTY COMFORTER. Tuddin as we all so fondly called him was a friend that I didn't need to see to know that when I did it would be the same glorious greeting as if we had just seen each other yesterday,
He was and will forever be my GOOD FRIEND, THEY DON'T COME LIKE THAT ANYMORE, SO I SAY I AM SO BLESSED TO BE A PERSON THAT CAN SAY....I HAD A FRIEND.
MY MOTHER MARIAN,BENNY,PRISCILLA, AND KEVIN ALL SEND THEIR LOVE....KNOW THAT WE ARE IN PRAYER, WE LOVE, RESPECT, AND ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOU.
DEACONESS BEATRICE DORSEY-NICHOLS..MARIAN,BENNY,KEVIN, PRISCILLA DORSEY
Jimmy
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Dixon family at this sad time. Even though I have not seen him for many years, I will never forget him. My mom use to work at the High School and my brother graduated with him. Mom always had funny/good stories and alot of times Jimmy was involved in them. I am sure my mom and brother welcomed him with open arms. The class of '73 has lost yet another good person.
Our thoughts and prayers go
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. We were blessed to have known such a wonderful man. God Bless all family members during this difficult time.
I loss a very good friend
Pat:
It has been wonderful getting to know you and Tuddin and becoming great friends. I am so sorry for your loss and I understand your pain. I have so many fond memories of our visits laughing and talking, going skiing together and always supporting each other. Tuddin was very easy going and friendly. Tuddin was a good man and he loves you dearly. Hold on to the memories and the good times, it will help you move on. I continue to pray for you and your family during this time of grief, keep your faith and God will see you through this.
Love,
Diane T.
Sorry for the loss of your son
James and Constance Dixon:
I want to give my personal sorrow for the loss of your son and my friend. Ms. Constance, I will never forget you were there for me during my difficult time with my husband. I have prayed for months for your family and will continue to pray for I know this journey is not easy. Tuddin will truly be miss by everyone who knew him.
Diane T.
A Tribute to Tuddin, a Jame Brown Fan
A Tribute to Tuddin, a James Brown Fan
I feel sad when I realize that my nephew is gone.
Our hearts ache, but we find the strength to carry on.
My mind travels back in time, and it seems just like yesterday
as my thoughts of him fly away.
He was just a 3-year old,
cute as a button; and long before his love of James Brown took hold.
With boundless energy and spoiled by all who knew him
His laugh was infectious.
He was just a great little boy
That brought so many of us joy.
That was long before anyone ever called him Jim.
and his love for the music was not a whim,
For once this passion developed
the love for the James Brown music enveloped
his soul
and somehow it was a part of making him whole.
“Some people say we've got a lot of malice
Some say it's a lot of nerve
But I say we won't quit moving until we get what we deserve”
“Say it loud, I'm black and I'm proud
Say it loud, I'm black and I'm proud
One more time, say it loud, I'm black and I'm proud.”
…. “From Say It Loud“ by James Brown
So someone so special will never be forgotten
For Tuddin loved the music for life;
and I’m sure he’s dancing and singing in the holy afterlife.
May our hearts and soul find peace and comfort in his memory
and especially for his mother, my sister Connie.
I think of you frequently
and I say a little prayer for you
Heavenly Father please keep my sister strong and her faith in God renewed.
Sondra
Jim and Connie and your family
Steve and I send our heartfelt symphathy to you and your family.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and may you
find peace and comfort in your memories of him
Hi Pat. I was shocked and
Hi Pat. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. I want you to know I am praying for you and wish you the peace and comfort that only the Lord can give you at this time. I know that many of the guys who went to the Final Four are also thinking of you at this time. Take care and may God bless you.
My condolences to the family.
My condolences to the family. I was a coworker of Dix at SESTU. He was a good man who had a heart of gold. May the good Lord look kindly on Dix as he continues his journey. God Speed James Dixon.
James Dixon
Pat - commiseration from both of us. Dixon was instrumental in my time of needs when we worked together at SESTU. He was a great friend and will by missed. We used to exchange Christmas cards annually. And when I did not get one this year; I knew something was wrong. I kept telling Cheryl that Dixon will be calling soon to meet-up for the Kentucky Derby in May. It was sort of a tradition we had. He’ll be in my heart this year. He was to young to have died. Anyway, he’s in a better place now. If you need anything, you call us. Love, Bob and Cheryl Settle.
With love and prayers of comfort
Connie, Poppop Jim, Shirley and Jerry, I send my love and prayers to you all from Chicago. March 31st, 2010 it was Mommy, so I know the ache and the joy you feel today. There was something about the families who "lived on the hill around the corner from Bethany" The Flamers, Boldens, Coopers, Dixons, Densons, Dennisons, Tooles, Waters, Wilsons, "The Hill" we were all one big family. The block parties, watching Santa Claus on the firetruck. And Tuddin was always there. It had been many, many years since we saw each other last...but never the less, we were family.
He rests now peacefully and it makes me happy to imagine Mommy sitting at the piano saying welcome home. I love and miss you all. Mildred
God Has Spoken So Let Us Both Say Amen!
To My Beautiful Sister Connie,
I know your hurting...
I pray that God will comfort you...
I know from experience what it feels like to lose a son; but, God is willing and He is able to help you to overcome the pain.
Initally, we wonder how we will live without them and we wonder if God will bless us to ever see them again.
Somedays; you might say, "God why did you call my son home so soon?"
Somedays; you may sit and cry, until your tears are all consumed.
On those days when you think of your son and your feeling blue, talk to Almighty God, He's always listening and HE WILL STRENGTHEN YOU.
Today, you may be experiencing pain; but, I'm here to encourage you, that a "BRIGHTER DAY IS COMING."
God understands the language of TEARS; He knows all about the pain we feel.
I KNOW IT HURTS...SO GO ON AND CRY...
"I JUST CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE DAY WHEN GOD WIPES THE TEARS FROM ALL OF OUR WEEPING EYES."
My Sister, LET US STAND ON THE WORD OF OUR GOD.
My Sister, LET US BELIEVE THAT WITH OUR GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE.
My Sister, LET US TRUST IN ALL OF THE PROMISES OF OUR GOD.
AND, My Sister, LET US WALK BY FAITH AND NOT BY SIGHT, KNOWING WE WILL SEE OUR BEAUTIFUL SONS AGAIN.
GLORY...HALLELUJAH...BLESS YOUR NAME JESUS
GREAT AND MIGHTY IS OUR GOD...THERE'S NOBODY LIKE HIM!
From Your Oldest Sister, Alice
The Good Shepherd Knows Just What We Need!
To: Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Connie And The Entire Dixon Family,
Quietly God Speaks Our Name…
Gently He Says: “It’s Time To Come Home My Child For Your Work On Earth Is Finished.”
Loving He Carries Us Hidden Safely In His Bosom, Back To Where We Originated.
I’m So Glad That Jesus Knows The Perfect Time For Us To Come Home.
Yes, Jesus Knows Just What We Need, So, HE CARRIES US TO A SAFE PLACE OF REST WHERE WE WILL FEEL THE MASTER’S UNCONDITIONAL LOVE.
For Those of Us Left Here On Earth…
As We Walk Through This Valley Of The Shadow Of Death…
Let Us Fear No Evil, FOR JESUS IS WITH US!
May The Good Shepherd’s Word And Peace Be With You!
From Cousin Daryl Carter
EVERYTHING ON EARTH BELONGS TO THE LORD!
To Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Connie, And The Entire Dixon Family,
REMEMBER, THE EARTH BELONGS TO THE LORD AND THE FULLNESS THEREOF.
THE LORD OWNS THE WHOLE WORLD AND ALSO THOSE THAT DWELL THEREIN.
EVERYTHING BELONGS TO HIM, WHO HAS MADE US AND EVERYDAY HE IS WATCHING!
THE LORD WILL CALL EVERY MAN, WOMEN, BOY AND GIRL BACK TO HIM, BECAUSE, HE IS THE KEEPER OF OURS SOULS.
I PRAY THAT GOD WILL KEEP YOU IN HIS PERFECT PEACE, DURING THIS TIME.
Peace Be With You!
From Cousin Larry (Joe) Carter
"I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE"
To Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Connie, And The Entire Dixon Family,
Let Us Remember the Story of Lazarus...
Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany. Therefore, his two sisters (Martha and Mary) sent for Jesus, saying, "Lord, behold, he whom You love is sick."
When Jesus heard that Lazarus was sick, Jesus said, "This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it..."
Jesus did not go right away to Lazarus, he stayed two more days in the place where He was, because, JESUS DOES THINGS ACCORDING TO THE TIMING AND WILL OF GOD, NOT MAN.
Jesus told his disciples, "Lazarus is dead...And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, so that you may believe..."
When Jesus got to Bethany, Lazarus had already been in the tomb four days. Now Bethany was near Jerusalem, And many of the Jews had joined Martha and Mary, to comfort them concerning their brother.
Then Martha, as soon as she heard that Jesus was coming, went and met Him.
Martha said to Jesus, "Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died"
Jesus said to Martha, "Your brother will rise again."
Martha said to Jesus, "I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day."
Jesus said to Martha, "I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE. He who believes in Me, though he may die he shall live. AND, whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die..."
JESUS SAID: "THE BELIEVER WILL NEVER DIE...HALLELUJAH"
THE SON OF THE LIVING GOD HAS DEFEATED DEATH.
OUR GOD IS A GOD OF THE LIVING, HE IS NOT THE GOD OF THE DEAD!
"THANK YOU JESUS!"
From Cousin Cheryl (Sissy) Carter
EVERLASTING LIFE!
UNCLE JIMMY, AUNT CONNIE, AND, THE ENTIRE DIXON FAMILY,
FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD, THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON,
AND WHOSOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM WILL HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE.
Remember, LOVE BEARS ALL THINGS,
LOVE BELIEVES ALL THINGS,
LOVE HOPES ALL THINGS, AND LOVE ENDURES ALL THINGS.
May The Lord Heal Your Broken Hearts,
FROM COUSIN RODERICK CARTER
Lord, Please Be With Pat In These Weeks, Months, Years Ahead
OUR FATHER WHO IS IN HEAVEN,
Lord Your Will Be Done, YOU have called Pat's husband into a place of
“PEACE AT LAST AND HOLY REST.”
James (Tuddin) Dixon, Jr., was precious and irreplaceable to Pat AND at this time she’s hurting and certainly not feeling her BEST.
Lord, there are “no words” that we can ever say to make her feel BETTER INSIDE.
So, we ask “YOU LORD” to heal her heart as she lives her life, WITHOUT HER HUSBAND BY HER SIDE.
Lord, please alleviate her sorrows…
Lord, please alleviate her grief and her pain.
Lord fill the emptiness she may be feeling, until she can see him again.
Lord, please ease the loneliness inside of her…
Lord, please ease her uncertainty about tomorrow.
Lord, touch her heart, body, mind and soul, just strengthen her Lord, so, that she will know “YOU ARE RIGHT THERE BY HER SIDE.”
Lord, please grant her YOUR COMFORT AND PROTECTION, AS YOU HAVE PROMISED IN YOUR WORD.
AND, LORD, PLEASE SUPPORT HER IN THESE WEEKS AND MONTHS, AND YES LORD, THE COMING YEARS THAT ARE AHEAD. "IN THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS - AMEN!"
“Pat, please don’t hesitate to call us if you need ANYTHING”
From Charles, Alice, Brenda, Daryl, Larry, Cheryl, Dana, Roderick, And the Entire Carter Family
To My Dear Cousins Shirley And Jerry
I wish to extend my "Deepest Condolences" to the both of you.
I LOVE YOU and I do know exactly how you may be feeling.
I have asked "The Lord Our God" to strengthen both of you, as you adjust to this period of transition.
If, there is anything I can do to “HELP” OR “BRIGHTEN YOUR DAYS” please don’t hesitate to call me.
Peace Be With You,
Cousin Sissy
Love Heals
Love Heals it really does. A lovely man has gone home. Raised by lovely parents. A gift named JAMES was given unto you. The most special gift IN life is the Gift OF Life. We share our gift everyday with others never knowing knowing when the gift of the body will return to the Giver of Gifts. The blessing is the gift was given everyday for the past 57 years!! Who do you know that will give you a Gift everyday? Only the GREAT Gift Giver!! Your Gift to me is how Graceful your Spirits have been over the years being friend and family to my family Charles and Alice.Thank you for your Gift of Life and be comforted that James is pleased to have been given the Gift of life with two great parents and He is thanking the Lord in heaven now for the experience. You made His life . The Creator Created His life. He was able to live His life ..and He did it His way.His STORY AMEN. Praise the Lord.
If tears could build a
If tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, I would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken, no time to say "goodbye," you were gone before I knew it, and only God knows why. My heart still aches with sadness, and secret tears still flow, what it meant to love you, no one can ever know. But now I know you want me,to mourn for you no more; to remember all the happy times,life still has much in store. Since you'll never be forgotten,I pledge to you today--a hollowed place within my heart is where you'll always stay.
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I love you Jimmy
If tears could build a
If tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, I would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken, no time to say "goodbye," you were gone before I knew it, and only God knows why. My heart still aches with sadness, and secret tears still flow, what it meant to love you, no one can ever know. But now I know you want me,to mourn for you no more; to remember all the happy times,life still has much in store. Since you'll never be forgotten,I pledge to you today--a hollowed place within my heart is where you'll always stay.
Author Unknown
I love you Jimmy
If tears could build a
If tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, I would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken, no time to say "goodbye," you were gone before I knew it, and only God knows why. My heart still aches with sadness, and secret tears still flow, what it meant to love you, no one can ever know. But now I know you want me,to mourn for you no more; to remember all the happy times,life still has much in store. Since you'll never be forgotten,I pledge to you today--a hollowed place within my heart is where you'll always stay.
Author Unknown
I love you Jimmy