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R. Edward Dix, age 61 of Gainesville, FL passed away on Friday May 20, 2011 in Gainesville, FL, surrounded by family and friends, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Bradenton, FL and was a 1967 graduate of Manatee High School. He received his bachelor's degree in Criminology from Florida State University, and then another bachelor's degree in Accounting from South Florida University. "Ed" served as a sheriff's deputy in Manatee County for 16 years, then served as a Special Agent for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for 16 years, retiring in 2003. Following his retirement, he continued to teach firearms instruction at the FDLE Academy in Tallahassee. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his loving wife and playing with his adoring grand daughters. He had a take charge personality and a big heart.
Survivors include his wife Millie Dix, step sons Michael Galanos and Greg (Kim) Galanos, granddaughters Taylor and Haley Galanos, his mother Barbara Foxworthy, father Ramon T. (Lavonda) Dix, mother-in-law Doris Tyrone, cousins April Costantino, Chris Costantino, and Peggy (Roy) Gauthe, his second cousins Amy Imerman and Carrie Bendixon, and his loving and constant companion of 14 years- Samantha his Jack Russell Terrier.
The family will receive friends on Thursday May 26, 2011 at Westside Baptist Church 10000 West Newberry Road Gainesville, FL 32606 from 12 Noon until the Funeral Service, which will start at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow at Forest Meadows Central. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the American Cancer Society 2119 SW 16th Street Gainesville, FL 32608.
Milam Funeral and Cremation Services 311 South Main Street Gainesville, FL 32601 (352) 376-5361.
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Memories and Condolences
for R. DIX
August 30, 2011
Barbara, So sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I had fond memories of Ed in High School.
Linda Gaines
Steve Platt
July 10, 2011
I am deeply saddened today as I just learned of Ed's passing. The sharpest mind I ever happened upon in law enforcement, Ed was the dean of the "Head Shed" during 1990's investigation of the student murders in Gainesville. Truly a pleasure to know and work with Ed. Also an excellent firearms instructor.
June 30, 2011
I extend my sympathies to Ed's family. He was a fine person and excellent FDLE agent. He will be missed by all of his colleagues. Retired Special Agent Bruce Fairburn
Lynne Schumacher
May 31, 2011
My condolences to Ed's family and friends who are all going to greatly miss him!
Paul Lio
May 27, 2011
I am truly sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I worked with him at FDLE. He will be missed.
Leisha Fordham
May 26, 2011
To Ed’s family: I am extremely sorry to hear of your loss, but please know that my prayers are with you during this time. I, like Karen Weaver, worked with Ed at FDLE; he was a good man, a true friend, and a kind soul to everyone he met. We will surely miss his laugh, humor, and smile. May God bless each of you!! Leisha
Marilyn Kuhl
May 26, 2011
I worked with Ed from 1992 to 2001 and he was a great person and will be missed a lot. My sympathy and prayers to the family.
Jeanine Williams Dennis Norred
May 25, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ed's family during this time of loss. Peace be with you all.
Shirley Clark Gen Barton
May 25, 2011
To all of Ed's Family and Extended Family: May you find solace in knowing that Ed was so loved by so many - he brought happiness and laughter to our lives in so many ways. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sonny and Linda Langston
May 25, 2011
Sonny and I express our deepest sympathy. We love you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
May 25, 2011
'THO WE DIDN'T GET TO KNOW ED AS WELL AS WE MIGHT HAVE, WE ENJOYED OUR TIME IN HIS COMPANY AND WILL MISS HIM. AL & LIZ HERMAN, PALATKA, FL.
Allen Genaldi
May 24, 2011
It's with great sadness that I learned of Ed's passing but with great pleasure I remember the friend and colleague Ed was. Always the gentleman, I will remember Ed more for the fine person he was than fine professional he worked to be.
Jim Myers
May 24, 2011
It was a sad day when I heard the news about Ed. I was Ed's supervisor in Ft. Myers when he first came to FDLE. When I say supervisor, I say that lightly, because Ed needed little or no supervision from me. He was a true professional with a demeanor, personality and sense of humor that I truely missed when he moved on from Ft. Myers. Ed, you have done your duty and did it well. Now Rest in Peace my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow.
J.A. "Tony" Vetter
May 24, 2011
Ed, Godspeed to your final rest. May our Gods watch over you in your final journey and continue to watch over your family. You were a true professional in the Law Enforcement Community and it was an honor to know you as a Brother behind the Badge.
Karen Weaver
May 24, 2011
Ed was a true gentleman and well-loved by his FDLE family. I worked with Ed for many years in Gainesville and found his compassion remarkable. I saw Ed at the range a few months ago, and was so glad as it had been a while. He was a class act. He will be missed. I am proud to say he was my friend. My prayers go out to Millie and his family and to the rest of the FDLE family as well.
Russ Rowley
May 24, 2011
Milli
Your neighbors and friends from Hidden Oaks are saddened by your loss. In this time of grief and sorrow we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Russ Rowley for the Board of Directors
Tom Colbert
May 24, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Ed at FDLE. He was a true gentleman, professional law enforcement officer and all round nice guy. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 24, 2011
My prayers and heart felt sorrow are with you and your family. Trust God and take one day at a time. I love you
Yvonne
Shands Cancer Ctr
May 24, 2011
Please know how very sorry we are to hear of Edward's passing. He was a wonderul person with a tremendous sense of humor! Cecil has so many great memories of growing up with Edward. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you & your family to help you through this time. Love, Cecil & Janice Dix
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