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Darwyn Dix Obituary
64, of Phoenix, AZ took the 4:15am express train to Glory on May 13, 2011. Born in Baltimore, Maryland to Reginald & Harriett White. Raised in Farmville, Virginia, where she attended primary and secondary school. She was very active in the civil rights movement as an organ izer. She attended Hiram Scott College in Nebraska, where she met her husband, Clay. In 1975, they moved to East Chicago, IN; and then in 1979, they relocated to Phoenix, Arizona. She leaves to carry on her legacy: Her husband, Clay; daughter, Chenita; son-in-law, Brandon; mother, Harriett Wihite of Farmville VA; one brother, Reginald White of Baltmore, MD; three sisters: Vonita Dandridge (Gerald), Jacqueline Webb (John) and Debra Beasley (Alvin) all of Virginia; brothers and sisters-in-law: James and Jerry Dix and Raymond and Linda Dix of East Chicago, IN, and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews and very close friends and loved ones. Long-time member of Pilgrim Baptist Church, where she was affectionately known as the "Sergeant" because of her Spirit of Excellence in ushering for so many years, She worked for The Tech Group in Tempe for over 25 years. Body is entrusted to Preston Funeral Home: Viewing is Friday, May 20, 2011, 4:00-7:00pm. Services: Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 11:00am. Both at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. Burial will be in Farmville, VA on Tuesday, May 24, 2011.
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Leslie (Aunt adopted) Collins
May 14, 2022
I miss this girl. Dee was an amazing woman with an amazing hubby, Clay and special daughter, Chenita. I worked with Dee at The Tech Group. She was the only one who got away without dusting her area. Lol. That girl made the most awesome sweet potato pies. I´m sure Chenita has carried on this legacy. Dee introduced me to Lancôme Tresor. After a shopping adventure to the mall on our lunch break I can only imagine what we smelled like after trying on all those perfumes. I can only imagine how much the family misses her. I loved the stories that Clay´s bro shared at her memorial. How he used to mess with her. Dee needed challenges. Smile! Love you guys and I am so glad to have known Dee. I will see her one day again at the Banqueting Table.
Praise the Lord of lords. Amen!
minnie sanciprian
May 30, 2011
My sweet beautiful loving mama Dee. my heart broke to hear of your passing. Now you are in heaven, faithful prayer warrior, uplifting us from the throne. But imma miss u mama and me and my kids will love you forever.
Howell E. Rucker Sr
May 26, 2011
I Thank God for the opportunity of serving on the Pilgrim Rest usher board with Sis Dix affectionately known to me as Mom Dix.. She will be greatly missed. My prayer and love goes out to Pop Clay and Chenita and the entire family. God bless you all..
Margie Friedrichs
May 23, 2011
Clay, Chenita and family members, I was extremely saddened by Dee's too early passing but know that she is truly in God's hands. I worked with Dee at the Tech Group for many years, and was always amazed at her strength. She was an incredible person and I'm glad that she came into my life. I am praying for you as she is laid to rest in Virginia.
Donna Haralambides
May 23, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Dee and I am so glad I got the opportunity to meet her. She was such a very nice person and she will be greatly missed. My prays and thoughts go out to her family at this time.
Esther Entrialgo
May 23, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Dee. She was always nice and professional. I hold many good memories in my heart, she will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Hebrews 11:1
Brian ? Leslie Collins
May 21, 2011
Barry White, Fried Turkey and Sweet Potato Pie! I first met Dee when she came to work for The Tech Group. She used to say to me, "Girl, watch what you pray for." Out of those prayers came my husband. Dee along with Ute Vidican stood up for me at our wedding. Today, she is at the wedding banqueting table with Jesus. I learned a lot from Dee about life and GOD. I am grateful for my years of knowing her. She loves her family and friends and she IS a prayer warrior, right Marion? Amen! I love the Dix family and will be forever grateful for them. Dee's favorite flower from what I remember are Yellow Roses. With love and honor, Leslie and Brian Collins, Mesa, AZ.
Min. Carolyn Watson
May 21, 2011
What an absolutely lovely, classy and friendly lady who was such a blessing to know.
Warmest prayers and love to my dearest Bro. Clay Dix and the entire family.
Blessings and sweet memories of this beautiful woman who gifted us all as only God Himself can bring such beauty into our lives.
Love,
Minister Carolyn Watson
Phoenix, AZ
May 20, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Dee many years ago. She was always professional, and a wonderful person to be around at the work place. My prayers are with her family.
Steve Smith, Tempe, Arizona
Cathy Blehm
May 20, 2011
Dee was such a nice and classy lady to work with and will be missed alot, my prayers and thoughts are with her family
Gail Williams
May 20, 2011
Clay and Chenita
I feel very honored to have called Dee my friend. We shared so much in the past few years I worked with her, and will greatly miss our lunches together at Teds Hotdogs. She is a very special person who I will miss very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bayne Vargas
May 20, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Dine Murray
May 20, 2011
Clay & Chenita My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Dee will be greatly missed. Love you Both
Lynn & George Richards
May 20, 2011
Uncle Clay & Chenita: Aunt Dee holds a very special place in my heart. I pray that the memories you have will sustain you. My prayers are with you always. Love You!
Parthenia Weaver
May 20, 2011
Brother Clay, I extend heart-felt sympathy to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Know that God is a comforter. I will always remember Sister Dix as a smiling PRBC Usher and her faithfulness and genuineness in sending me annual Chistmas cards. With love and compassion.
Anthony Dix
May 19, 2011
I thank God for all the days you have impacted my life, Aunt Dee. I was saddened to hear of your passing, but know you are in God's hands and a part of His plan. We will always love you and you will always live in our hearts!
Dorita S.
May 19, 2011
Dear Clay,
I am so saddened to hear this news. You and Dee had the type of loving partnership that many strive for and few achieve. May the good Lord grant you, your daughter, your son-in-law, and all of Dee's family comfort and peace. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Flynn
May 19, 2011
Dear Professor Dix, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. You and your daughter are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
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