Laura Mae Dixon

1928 - 2017

Laura Mae Dixon

Born: May 7, 1928

Died: August 17, 2017

Laura Mae Dixon (nee Thomas), passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side, Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center. Age 89

Born in Arkabutla, MS., to Lewis and Dubbie Thomas on May 7, 1928. She was the Payroll Manager for Sears and Roebuck and Co., and also for Wallace Business Forms. But her real passion was owning and operating Candy Cane Boutique, a dog grooming and boarding facility. She was a member of the Senatobia Church of Christ.

Preceded in death by her husband, Louis L. Dixon (2011); daughter, Elaine Dixon (1952); grandson, Bobby Lee Dixon (1986); her parents, Lewis and Dubbie Thomas; and by her 6 brothers and 2 sisters.

Survived by her daughter, Bonnie Dixon; and son, Benny (Linda) Dixon; grandchildren, Elaine Renee (Shannon) Brewer, Tomi Nora (Jaison) Lancaster and Tracy Lee (John) Hoyt; great grandchildren, Kendyll Elaine Kagay, Britani Kayla Hoyt, Gina Kaitlyn Hoyt, Abigail Louise Brewer, Keaton Marie Lancaster, Avery Brooks Brewer and Alden Thomas Brewer; also her devoted caregiver Kelle Smith.

Laura was a "one of a kind" she learned at an early age, being the fifth child of nine children, how to work hard for herself and her family. She was an amazing, kindhearted loving woman; she was a gifted seamstress, loved to cook, can fruits and vegetables for her family to enjoy all year long. She was a good Christian woman and above all she loved her family. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home and Crematory 2320 Black Road on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 7:00 pm. Interment will be Bethesda Cemetery, Senatobia, MS.

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