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Maggie Dixon Obituary
Jim O'Connell, a spokesman for the Westchester County medical examiner's office, confirmed that Dixon died Thursday at 3:10 p.m. EDT. An autopsy was scheduled for Friday.
Dixon was hospitalized in critical condition Thursday after suffering an "arrhythmic episode to her heart" Wednesday at the U.S. Military Academy, said her older brother, Pittsburgh men's basketball coach Jamie Dixon.
Dixon said his sister collapsed and was taken to the intensive care unit of Westchester Medical Center.
"She ... went to the house of a friend for afternoon tea where she said she wasn't feeling good and she collapsed," said Dixon, who read a prepared statement from the hospital.
He said he had breakfast with his sister earlier Wednesday and that she had apparently been feeling well.
Army gave Dixon her first head coaching job last October. Six months later, she led the team to its first bid in the women's field. The rookie coach's accomplishment gained extra attention because her brother led the Panthers to the men's tournament at the same time.
The Dixons are believed to be the first brother and sister to coach in the NCAA tournament in the same year.
Army lost to No. 6 Tennessee in the first round of the tournament, 102-54.
The North Hollywood, Calif., native had hoped to play in the WNBA after graduating in 1999 from the University of San Diego. But the Los Angeles Sparks cut her after a tryout in May 2000. She went into coaching with encouragement from her brother.
"He said, 'If you want to do this coaching thing, do something drastic,"' Dixon told The Associated Press last month. "That's what I did."
She held a number of positions under DePaul coach Doug Bruno after walking into his office and introducing herself. She eventually became his top assistant in May 2004.
Members of her team were with Dixon's family members at her bedside Thursday.
Copyright © 2006 The Associated Press
1104 Entries
Teoana Britt
August 18, 2010
Even though I did not get to know you..I can only imagine the great things u have done and My GOD have Mercy on your soul. Death is only a right of passage to a better place
August 8, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 3, 2010
For Maggie... Army women's basketball coach who led the Black Knights to their NCAA tournament debut.
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Sam
June 21, 2009
Maggie, I often find myself thinking about you and the last time we spoke. You are thought of often and sorely missed. God Bless
How you can show support
Gladys Demson
April 10, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
casey mckeon
April 6, 2009
maggie.....your story has been an inspiration to me. The kind of person people want to be like. On your 3rd anniversary, you are remembered today and always. God bless.
March 18, 2009
Hey Mags! Happy St. Patty's Day! I'm pullin for Jamie big time! Let the madness begin!
Albert Nuqui
January 12, 2009
I already had a message posted last April 2006, and the thought of Coach Maggie came out of nowhere, but pretty sure it was from Heaven. I served in the US Army for 21 years.. so in a way, you were really my coach. Goodbye again!
Jeffrey Nowling
December 4, 2008
The smile and positive energy you give off in the clip when your team carried you off the court is priceless. My daughter and son love the clip. They are 15 and 13 and learned a tough lesson in life- sometimes bad things happen to very good people. We've tried to stress the celebration of her life and success after a brief period of mourning. To the Dixon family, Maggie's inspiration will be eternal. God Bless.
DON BISHOP USMA F-1
October 7, 2008
SOMETIMES GOD IS UNFAIR...REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND SMILE FOR MAGGIE. REST IN PEACE FOR A TRUE "KNIGHT OF THE HUDSON".
Audra Martin
August 25, 2008
Mags, tonight we are hanging the first piece of non-Fabio piece of art we had in Chicago in our new apartment. It was the Arab Coffee poster you gave us for Christmas in 2001 . We still think and talk about you all of the time.
July 25, 2008
miss you maggs
Al Yu
April 5, 2008
I didn't know you but I am inspired by you. You live on in the hearts of your family, friends and fans.
maggie dixon
December 29, 2007
tam7
November 8, 2007
It still hurts me to think about you. You were taken way too early. You are still in my heart and I will never forget you. I only pray that you are in a better place. (RTPF & DGCWTPD)
August 14, 2007
I just wanted to thank you for teaching someone very near and dear to my heart, about strength. You would be so proud of the man he's become. I'm confident it's because you watch over him with every passing day.
Erin Lillibridge
March 23, 2007
To the Dixon Family,
I saw Maggie's picture last night on TV during the NCAA tournament coverage. Even though I had not seen her face in over 20 years...not since the 3rd grade...I instantly recognized her. I am truly sorry to hear about her passing, but I am happy to read about the remarkable life she lived. My deepest sympathies to all of her family and friends.
Barry Weiner
March 22, 2007
To the Dixon Family,
Maggie is still on our mind and I hope that today will be a great day for the Dixon family. Have a great night tonight Jamie and know that we are thinking of you.
Paddy Stanton
January 12, 2007
To the Dixon Family
Maggie lives on in so many of the lives she touched. Even those whom she encountered only briefly. Her passion, enthusiasm, and smile were contagious....that will never die. Never forgotten.
Jay and Nicole Raftery
December 19, 2006
The Dixon Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and we know that the holidays can be the most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Caroline Johnson (Kamer)
November 20, 2006
Julie and family,
I just heard about Maggie. I am so sad for your lost. I will be praying for you through this holiday season.
Grace and Peace,
Jana Mathis
November 3, 2006
Maggie knew me as banana and I knew her as my Mags. We coached together for 4 years at DePaul and she become one of my best friends in about 2 days. I miss you Mags and there is not a day that goes by I don't think about you.
casey mcKeon
August 16, 2006
To the entire Dixon family,
I have loved basketball since i was a kid. And as i have gotten older, i have appreciated the good things that happen in sports. 7 years ago i lost my grandfather truly, my best friend. we talked twice a day, did everything together even being 80 minutes away from me. As March rolled along, i picked up on one maggie dixon. I had known who Jamie was, but never this outgoing, energetic, beautiful girl. As i followed this story, many friends called me as i had them following as well, stating " she seems like a casey cloan." And seeing someone who enjoys every minute of there life, is rare to find at our age. Seeing jamie and maggie on tv together brought such a smile to my face, and brought back lots of thoughts of how unique a relationship with a loved one can be. When i woke up on Friday, april 7th, i knew what the day was. My grandparents would've been married 55 years that day. Instead nana and i would be together for the day, and simply make the most of it. But the only tears of sadness that ran down my face that day were from the shock of a lifetime i found on the news. I was, and like you still can't believe what occured. I can't imagine the pain, and for Jamie, who had that one person everyday to count on. "unique" a word that comes to mind, just as it did with my grandfather and i. I can honestly say at age 24, i find it rare to find someone like maggie. I have her as my screensaver at home, lifted up on cadets soldiers. I just know she was a special girl, the facts are all there. I know there has been talk of a tournament for her. I look online often to see any news about it. Tonight, i saw my 1st clue. Sunday, november 12th, the maggie dixon classic. Even from the small town of northbridge outside of Boston, i look forward to finding tickets, and being part of a special day, with one very special girl being remembered. I also look forward to paying my respects. I pray for all of you, and for Maggie, sundays at church. It's amazing how one person, you never even knew, can become such an inspiration. I wish you all continued success, and know that pain can never go away. But i also say thanks, for having one wonderful daughter/sister. She has touched many hearts, even those who never knew her.
sincerely,
casey McKeon (northbridge massachusetts)
Shelley Topf
July 27, 2006
I extend my sympathies to the entire Dixon family. We have something in common. My 25 year old daughter died almost 3 years ago from a heart condition called ARVD. Amy was an athlete and a basketball player as well. Her death was so sudden and unexpected, as was Maggie's.
This path that we walk is a very lonely road and one that will never feel right. I am sorry that you have to be part of this group that nobody wants to join, that of a bereaved parent.
I wish I could tell you that your pain will stop, but it doesn't. It does change however and eventually we can smile and laugh again...but we are not the same people that we were before we buried our children.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Tim Mottaz
July 25, 2006
Even though I never met Maggie, her untimely passing hit very close to home for me as I was also born in May 1977. My prayers continue to be with the Dixon family, her friends, and the Army basketball family.
Julie Dixon Silva
July 10, 2006
Thanks to all who have visited this page and written such wonderful things about my beautiful sister Maggie. I am so glad that so many had the chance to meet her and be touched by her love, laughter and friendship. She will always be in our hearts.
Pina Di Giuseppe
July 5, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marty Embry
June 27, 2006
I only met Maggie one time, but will always remember that big old friendly smile. Coach Bruno introduced us and she talked as if we were old friends. Being a former Blue Demon basketball player, we had that "family" connection immediately and I could not have been more proud when she took the head coaching job, while being so young. She did DePaul proudly! I send sympathy and thanks to the family of Maggie Dixon. The world has lost a great coach that never saw the greatness that she deserved, but God know's what He is doing...that I am certain of.
Marty Embry
#51
c/o '86
Pitt Facility Employess
June 11, 2006
Coach Dixon and Family,
We are deeply saddened by your loss. The Dixon family is a special part of the University Of Pittsburgh. We pray for your family.
Melanie Greco
May 19, 2006
i knew maggie in high school and college. i have been thinking of her a whole lot since i heard of her passing.
maggie was always a girl i could roll right up to and hang out with. she always had a smile and a great sense of fun.
i admire maggie and think that she accomplished a whole lot in her life.
i'm so glad to have shared her light.
We love you Maggie D.!
Jason Guiden
May 8, 2006
I would like to offer my most sincere sympathy to the Dixon family. I knew Maggie during her time at De Paul, and I was absoulutely floored when I heard of her condition and of her untimely passing. Maggie was a beautiful person and a wonderful competitor and she truly embodied selflessness, grace, and kindness. I last saw and spoke with Maggie at the Doug Bruno Camp early last summer and I could see that the fire and anticipation for next season was already there. This was long before she took the position at Army, and it honestly had me grinning from ear to ear to hear that not only was she now a head coach, but that she had also achieved so much in such a short time. Again my deepest condolences to the Dixon family and to the Army and De Paul communities.
Bruce Sheinberg
May 5, 2006
I first met Maggie when she was a freshman at USD, she was a close friend of my son. The first time that I met her, I knew that she was special! Over the years I would watch her play for USD and when she played in Northern California I would go to the game and visit with her afterwards. When she went to coach at De Paul I would tell her that she could win every game but the two they played against the University of Houston, my school. She would laugh and then go out and beat us! When she got the Army job I was so proud of her. I watched the Patriot League championship game and came off of the sofa screaming when they won and she was mobbed and lifted up by the cadets.
A month before she died she sent me an Army shirt and a note. I will cherish that shirt and note that she sent to me as a wonderful rememberance of a special person. A person who was destined for greatness and who left us too soon!
Lamont Smith
May 4, 2006
Maggie not a day passes that I don't think about you! I want to thank you for our friendship! Your passion for life will live on through everyone you encountered! May God bless your family as they continue to grieve your passing. You will always live in my heart thanks love ya!
Jason Sheinberg
May 4, 2006
Dear Maggie,
Thank you for being my friend, my "partner in crime", and my shoulder to cry on when I needed someone to talk to. I'll never forget the memories that pour in and out of my head everyday. I know I cant "talk" to you the same way I used to, yet I talk to you more now than ever. In fact I can still hear your voice today- and I want to tell you that I love you, I miss you and I will never forget you. You were a great coach, the best I've ever known. But honestly, you were a 100 times better friend and person than anything else. And when I do come to see you one day Im know I'll say to myself "Im going, going, back, back to Maggie's". I love you too!
Jabbar Craigwell
May 4, 2006
To The Dixon Family:
I attended High School with Maggie (NDHS Class of 1994). She was a remarkable individual. Her passing was nothing short of a tragedy. The way in which she lived her life was a tribute to her family. Her life will be celebrated by the ones she left behind. Her memory will remain in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to have met her. My prayers are with you.
Wendy Guthrie
April 30, 2006
I had the fortunate opportunity to watch Maggie develop as a student, athlete, friend, and individual while she was at USD. Maggie was truly a shining light; a daily example of enthusiasm, love, laughter and dedication. She is greatly missed yet she will undoubtedly live on in all whose lives she touched. May the peace of the Lord rest in you all as you grieve, cherish, remember, laugh, love and find the path ahead.
David Gratto
April 28, 2006
Im so sorry about your lost im so sorry and i wish the best for you
Marie Smith
April 26, 2006
We are Pittsburgh natives and were devastated by the news of Maggie's death. It touched us deeply. Our daughter, Dayna is the Head Women's coach at Cornell University. They played Army the beginning of the season. Dayna told us about meeting her at the Women's Final Four. They just talked & talked about everything. Dayna said she felt like she knew Maggie all her life after their conversation.Please accept our Deepest Sympathy. May God give you the strength & faith to endure this terrible loss. May God Bless you All. The Smith Family
shaelynn
April 26, 2006
you were the best coach ever i idolized you
Douglas Bruno
April 24, 2006
Thank you all for your support over the loss of Maggie Dixon. We lost our 92 year old coach, Ray Meyer, three weeks and a day before we lost our 28 year old coach, Maggie Dixon. Ray and Maggie were close and did share a bond through our great sport of basketball and through teaching. Ray was just one of many that were touched by Maggie and Maggie was just one of many touched by Ray.
These have been a tough couple of weeks for all of us at DePaul. As tough as the loss of Maggie has been on all of us at DePaul, the loss for siblings, Jamie and Julie, and for parents, Jim and Marge has to be so very much more difficult to comprehend.
The outpouring of support has been phenomenal and, while there will never be another Maggie Dixon, this support has been of great value to all of us. I applaud you and thank you for creating this, Maggie Dixon web site.
Rather than try to include all of the cards and emails and phone messages that we have received, I have simply listed below the so many names of people that have expressed their sympathy for the loss of Maggie Dixon. The below list is not even close to complete as the outpouring continues as I write this email.
I will attempt to add the names of many more people that continue to send their condolences. My own personal message for your board follows.
How does one deal with the death of someone as alive and good and vibrant and full of life as Maggie Dixon? We can choose to be angry; we can choose to constantly ask why, we can choose to be bitter. Maggie Dixon understood in her young life that any of these previous choices destroy those of us that are angry, that are bitter, that are in a constant state of why.
Maggie Dixon would not want to see any of us destroyed. Rather than destroy ourselves through anger and bitterness, Maggie would expect us to be alive and vibrant and good and full of life and full of energy.
Maggie Dixon’s short life was a lesson. We can choose to remember the great times of Maggie’s life and live her lesson or we can choose to be angry and bitter. I know what the Maggie Dixon I was blessed to know would expect us to choose!
Again, so many thanks for all of the support!!!
Douglas Bruno
DePaul University
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Geno Auriemma Univ. Connecticut
Trish Babcock, The Daily Herald
Richard Baron, Princeton
Beth Bass, WBCA
Agnus Berenato, Pitt
Pam Borton, Univ. of Minnesota
Emmett Bryant, DePaul Alumn and Boston Celtic World Champion
Bobby Callahan, friend
Gary Carter, Carters Blues Place Lockport Illinois
Lin Chavaro, Former Army Head Coach
Eddie Clark, Ohio AAU
Sean Cody, Former DePaul Assistant
Robert Collins, Asst. AD Northern Illinois
Beth Combs Northwestern
Dave Cowens, Chicago Sky WNBA
Tom Crean, Marquette
Jenni Dant, fomer DePaul Player
Frank Davis, DePaul Benefactor
Gary DeCesare, DePaul University
Delisis Pizzaria and Pub
Sue Donohoe, NCAA
Anne Drennan and Gary Kohler, DePaul Board of Trustee
Ann Myers Drysdale, ESPN CBS
Dan Durnkin, Duquesne University
Bob and Kathy Goldberg, DePaul Board of Trustee
Jack Fitzgerald, St. Xavier University
Lou Formentini, friend
Jim Foster, Ohio St.
Greg Franklin, Southeastern CC
Gibsons Downtown Chicago Steakhouse
Tim Glascott, Glascott's Grogary
Mel Greenburg, Philidelphia Enquirer
Theresa Grentz University of Illinois
Nels Hawkinson, Basketball Travelers
Ashley Hays Univ. of Missouri
Nicci Hays, Barry University
Sha Hopson, Von Stueben HS
Corry Carter Irvin, Whitney Young HS
Ed Janka, Nike Clinics
Berry Jaynes, WBCA
Eric Johnson, Boston College
Tanya Johnson, Loyola Academy
John and Polly Kelly, Kellys Pub and MaGuire University
Paul Kelly, Al McGuire Belmont Abbey Alumn
Derrill Kipp, Maine West HS
Wendy Larry, Old Dominion
Andew Lawrence, Sports Illustrated
Chris Leazier, Dartmouth
Jenna Lehmann, Kent State Univ
Nancy Lieberman, ESPN
Dave Leitao, University of Virginia
Brian and Molly Liston, St. Luke's Grammar School
Frank Mattucci, Stevenson H.S.
Muffet McGraw, Notre Dame
Jerry McLaughlin, Elgin CC
Kevin McMannaman Illinois Chicago
Lizzy McNeils Downtown Irish Pub
Liz Galloway McWhitter, Former DePaul Assistant Coach
Charlene McWhorter Jackson, Former Northern Ill. Asst Coach Albany Georgia HS
Katie Meier, Univ. of Miami
Jeff Mittie, TCU
Ervin Monier, Univ. Rhode Island
Kevin Moore, Friend
Bill Moran, DePaul Benefactor
Clint Morris, Cumberland College
Mellisa Murphy, Associated Press
Sue Dillon Nicholl, DPI Productions
Peter O'Brien, O'Briens Restaurant on Wells St.
John O'Laughlin, Loyola Academy
Carol Owens, Northern Illinois
Sarah Parker, Mother of Candace Parker
Phil and Tom Piazza, McGees
Jill Pizzotti, Nike College Women
John Pontarelli, Chicago Chop House
Katie Post, Nike Product Global
Louis Rago, Rago Brothers Funeral Homes
Jerry Rannalli Ranalli's Pizza and Tavern
Shannon Reidy, Loyola of Chicago
Brian Rosario, Cornell
David Rosengard, Assoc. AD Illinois Chicago
Beth Creamean Roti, former DePaul Player
Tim Roti, Bruno and Tim's Tavern and Lounge
Lisa Ryckbosch, Illinois Chicago,
Yvonne Sanchez Univ. New Mexico
Jerry Sheehy, friend
Harry and Marybeth Shields, DePaul Benefactor
Katie Shields, Spring Hill College
Tony Smith, Bolingbrook HS
Carol Stiff, ESPN
Pat Sullivan, University of St. Francis
Terry Sullivan, University of Illinois Softball
Pat Summitt, Tennessee
Allen Sutton, Chicago Tribune
Larry Tidwell, TCU
Steve Tucker, Chicago Sun Times
Mfon Udoka, former DePaul Player
Tara VanDerveer, Stanford
Jerry Wainright, DePaul University
Scott Wainright, DePaul University
Jim Whitsell, Loyola University of Chicago
Kim Williams, former DePaul Player
Lenae Williams, former DePaul Player
Ramon Williams, DePaul University
Tammy Williams, former DePaul Player
Kathy Wilson, California State University Saramento
John Wrenn, friend
Bill Yaculo Regina Dominican H.S.
Emails sent
Patriciaj Marino Player’s parent
Alfreeda Goff, Horizon League
Angela Lento, College Insider
Hays, Ashley Elizabeth, UMC
Beverly Karch, Westwood HS
Fowler, Blain, Marquette SID
Brandi Shrier, Friend
Brian Rosario, Cornell
Brian Rosario, USA Basketball
Cathy Andruzzi, Seton Hall
Cahdd Parr, Friend
Chris and Bill Allard
Chris Masters, Notre Dame SID
Charles S. Yahng, SLU SID
Cynthia Pauley, Parent of high school player
David B. Jerbi, Prospect High School
DeAngelo Washington, Friend
Donna Bruno, Friend
Dusty Vincent, Fan of the WBB
Kohler, Edward St. Michael Grade School
Fr Dan Thiess
Jack Cummins, Friend
Janine Bobko,Friend
Jason Benetti, DePaul’s internet announcer
Jeffery J. Kroll, Friend
Jennifer Wasson, U Penn
Joseph Conroy, Woodstock HS
Kate O’Brien, AAA DePaul University
Kim Pemberton, Louisville SID
Molly Liston, Friend of basketball program
Muffet McGraw, Notre Dame U
Natalie Perrino, former DePaul Player
Nate Radomski, sports editor for The DePaulia
Nathaniel Whalen, Daily Southtown writer
Paddy Stanton, friend
Pat McGovern, DePaul Alumn
Murphy, Patrick, Fairfield
Paul & Nora Kantwill, The United States Army Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School
Philip Allison, Tulane SID
Rachel Binole, Hillcrest HS
Sherri Retif, Germantown HS
Susan Nicholl, friend
Vazquez,Vincent, DePaul faculty
Chelsea Watson
April 24, 2006
My deepest Sympathy goes out to the Dixon family. I never got the honor of meeting her but I have watched her coach this past season. Just watching her coach even though I didnt personally have her as a coach, I thought she was great. She will be missed greatfully. Maggie Dixon will be remembered a Legend and One of the greatest coaches to ever coach Womens College Basketball
Kathy Marpe
April 24, 2006
Maggie,
From the time I first saw you play as a young recruit and saw your Dad pacing the sidelines with that look of pride on his face and met your Mom with that bright smiling face and hug of welcome, I knew I would do whatever I could to have you come and play at USD. I thank your family for allowing me the time I was able to spend coaching you at San Diego. I was lucky to have been able to keep in touch with you on the coaching recruiting trail. Even at the Adidas camp when you helped me figure out the bracket. The teacher becoming the student and the student taking pity on the old coach!!! Each day since your passing I have remembered a lttle of your time with me and I smile and I probably will do that for the rest of my life as that is the profound impact you have had on my life and so many others. I love you Maggie.
Fred Reel
April 22, 2006
We will miss you, Maggie.
Spencer Koon
April 20, 2006
pittsburgh rocks. the steelers rock. pitt rocks. i like pitt and pittsburgh. maggie rocked too. i am 4. i am sorry you are sad. i am sorry she is gone. we will miss you. hannah says sorry too. she is my friend.
Michael Kincaid
April 20, 2006
My step-dad loves Pitt basketball and told me all about the Dixon's and Maggie. We saw her on tv when we were watching the big east games. He takes me to games in Pittsburgh and I love the city. I was so sorry to hear of the Dixons loss.
The McGervey Family
April 20, 2006
We are all Pittsburgh native ourselves, and follow Pitt sports religiously, as did our recently departed father. On behalf of the McGervey family of Morgantown, we express our deepest sympathies to the Dixon family in their time of grief, and thank them for their contributions which have given sports fans everywhere so many happy moments, and positively touched the lives of so many young people.
mark yarashefski
April 19, 2006
dear dixon family we are at great sadness of your loss,maggies life was far too short, she recharged the girls spirits, she will be sadly missed,may she rest in peace, sincerely mark yarashefski and tyler harris, michie stadium maintenance crew (west point ny)
Nikki Ball
April 17, 2006
When I read the news I was in total shock, tears filled my eyes. I was so excited to follow her in the years to come and then in a second, it was all ended. I too feel as though I have gotten a glimpse into who Maggie was as a person from reading about her. What a gift the world was given to have been blessed with her presence for 28 years. Twenty eight years is just too few. I never knew her but I will never forget her.
To her family, friends and players: You are all in my prayers, may God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. You are not alone in your grief, people who never met her grieve her loss.
Rest in Peace Maggie! You leave behind a glorious trail of memories.
I hope you're enjoying shooting hoops with the angels :)
kasharne garner
April 15, 2006
hello,
i knew nothing of maggie until i heard about her death on the news, but i feel as though ive known her a life time since ive began reading about her, may god bless you and your family and may her legacy live in your lives forever
Jamie Lucia
April 15, 2006
I was a teammate and friend of Maggie's at USD. Some of my funniest and most memorable moments from my playing days involve Maggie. She was always such a light and an inspiration for me and the rest of the USD team.
I have enjoyed following Maggie's progress since then and I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to watch her coach in person several times over the last two years. I was fortunate enough to spend time with her and watch her coach against Tennessee in the tournament. Maggie was such a blessing and I will always cherish the memories that I have of her. Maggie's memory will truly live on forever and she will continue to be an inspiration for me and many others.
Carolyn Munz Cizinsky
April 15, 2006
We sincerely regret your loss and send our condolences to all the Dixon family. Our Silver Beach/Throggs Neck "family" is spread far and wide, but a special connection remains. You are in our prayers.
Ellen St John
April 14, 2006
I did not know Maggie but am so impressed by her accomplishments and how much she was loved. I am glad I have learned of her and of how much she gave to everyone she knew. I am sure that she has inspired many people to follow in her footsteps. May her legacy in women's basketball live forever.
Sean Sands
April 14, 2006
May her soul and all the souls of all the faithfully departed, rest in peace.
Melissa Padgett
April 14, 2006
From a younger generation of Torero basketball players, I want to send my deepest condolences to the entire Dixon family. The memorial in West Hollywood was beautifully done, and the outpour of support is a testament to the fantastic person that Maggie will forever be.
Adam Rodsky
April 14, 2006
A very beautiful woman, I am still in shock. The thing that hurts the most is she never got to experience to be a wife or a mother. The Dixon family you have my sympathies.
Susan Willard
April 14, 2006
WOW! Amazing! Inspiring! Thank You!
Brian Rosario
April 14, 2006
Maggie was one of my first friends at USD when we met during O-week our freshman year. She is one reason why I'm in coaching today by getting me to be a practice player for the team. This year, I was very fortunate to have been reunited on the sidelines with her when Cornell and Army met in a non-conference game. Though we didn't spend much time together after college because of our coaching duties, it's the time we spent together at USD that I will charish and remember most. Maggie, thank you for being you...something no one knows unless they've known you. You will never be forgotten - Class of '99!!
To Maggie's family, I now know, after years of just hearing about you, the reason why Maggie was the way she was...her life is a testiment to what you've instilled in her all those years. Thank you!
Nadine Mastroleo
April 14, 2006
From the day I met Maggie at USD I knew she was someone special. I was fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to coach her, and then, watch her coach. I know I am a better person for having Maggie as a part of my life and feel so lucky to have had her as a friend. She was truly one of the kindest, most fun loving people I have ever known. I will always hold the memories I have of Maggie close to my heart. I love you and will miss you Maggie!
M L.
April 13, 2006
I'm so very sad to hear about the passing of your beloved daughter Maggie. God needed Maggie so much, that he called her home to him. I also have the same heart condition that Maggie had.
God Bless...
Randee Bowen
April 13, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Molloys
April 13, 2006
To the Dixon Family:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless
Dori Turner USMA 1980
April 12, 2006
Not a Cadet, not an officer, Maggie Dixon was and is a true leader. She has touched many lives near and far from West Point. She rocked the Academy's granite foundation to life. Maggie, you continue to inspire us all.
Ramanan Somaskanda
April 12, 2006
I would like to send out my heartfelt condolences to the Dixon family. Like many of the people who have posted here, I never had the pleasure of meeting her in person. I became captivated by her just from all the media coverage she received over the last few weeks. I was especially touched by the endless amount of love she had for her brother Jamie. I know many people who either are not close with their siblings or don't speak to them at all, so to see a pair of siblings with such a strong bond is truly touching. With all the negativity and hatred in the world today, we need more people like Maggie to take on leadership roles and bring out the best in others.
Someone as spscial as Maggie should
never be forgotten. I sincerely hope that her players at Army and Depaul remember what she taught them and carry on her legacy.
Mark Petta
April 12, 2006
You were not only a great basketball coach, but a compassionate person. You will always be missed but you will also always be loved and never forgotten.
Deb Formento
April 12, 2006
To the Dixon Family;
I never knew Maggie personally--but she epitomized the spirit of what West Point is all about. I can't even imagine the sorrow you are experiencing.
May her spirit roam the sidelines in heaven forever.
God be with you all.
Sincerely,
Deb Formento
Jim schulz
April 12, 2006
To the Dixon Family ,
My son Jiimy is 9 and a huge Army Black Knight Fan .
My Son has learned so much in reading the Great Impact that your Daughter has had on so many lives Young and Old .
The Spirit of Maggie is very much alive!
She will never be forgotten !
My son and I will Keep her in our Prayers and Visit her resting Place at West Point .
God Bless You Maggie Dixon !
Debbie Choi
April 12, 2006
My deeepest sympathy goes out to Dixon family and I heard from yahoo.
Kerrie Powers-Butler
April 12, 2006
I would like to extend my condolences to the Dixon family. It has been a very long time, but I remember Maggie as a young child visiting Throggs Neck with her family. They would visit the Henderson family(Tom, Eileen, Jonothan, Caitlin and Liz) and being neighbors with them, I would always visit at the same time the Dixons were there. Those days were so long ago, and are in my mind in a vague way. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Kriston Galish
April 12, 2006
To the Dixon Family:
Take comfort that now you all have a special gaurdian angel watching over you all the time. Our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
George and Kriston Galish
Chris Tuttle
April 12, 2006
My deepest condolences to the family and close friends of Maggie. She was an inspiration to many in the basketball world females and males, A true competitor of the sport. Even in her last minutes on earth she was helping a friend who was crying cause of losing their job. I hope that while my daughter grows up, she has the passion and sincare like Maggie did on and off the court.
kim houston
April 12, 2006
Maggie Dixon i didn't know you but i watched you and your team play Holly Cross your interaction with players, and on court coaching was very special... Your Kharma and glow, yes there truley was something special about you, so much that i just could not stop reading about you.. You are an angel now, and i truley regret not meeting you.. I will Hold you in my heart..God Bless you and your family...
Patricia Ostroski
April 12, 2006
It was a wonderful and inspirational funeral Mass yesterday at St. Charles. What wonderful memories and a beautiful tribute. I felt privileged that I was able to attend. I only knew Maggie through the media and am impressed with the mark she made in a too short life. May we all be inspired to new levels.
Kathy Penzone
April 12, 2006
I only just heard about the death of Maggie Dixon on Yahoo. I didn't know her, but my heart goes out to her family and friends. My neice plays basketball at McNeece University and I know how she loves the game, Maggie did too and it showed. God Bless...Ohio State Alum.'74
Bernadette Haderlein
April 12, 2006
Now you're up in Heaven with the Angels. May you find peace and rest in your eternal home.
Katie Rouse
April 12, 2006
I consider myself blessed to have had the chance to spend some time with you while living in Chicago. You were always so fun to be around and had a zest for life that was contagious. You will forever be greatly missed by many. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Dixon Family. Rest In Peace, Maggie. God bless you.
shannon reidy
April 12, 2006
i sit in an internet cafe in dingle, ireland this morning, continuing to be sadden by the loss of my friend, maggie. while this trip was hard to make this week, i have had the chance to think much about maggie on my journeys, remembering what a wonderful person, inspiration, and genuine friend she was. her laugh and sense of humor gives us all reason to celebrate her life..her passion and outlook on teaching young minds gives me inspiration to be a better coach and mentor to my players. my thoughts and prayers go out to the dixon family and her countless friends, current and former players. maggie, you made a difference in such a short time of this glorious life. your friends in chicago will miss you and i am so grateful to get some time with you in boston last week. rest in peace, friend, and keep an eye on all of us!
Valery Brady (NDHS 94)
April 11, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sandy S.
April 11, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Dixon and Army family. I am a basketball fan and former college player who never had the pleasure of meeting Maggie but, none the less I am
stunned by her passing. I have read so much about her in the past 6 days and I can understand the why people feel so much love for her.
I lost my sister at 29 (from cancer) and reality has yet to set in and it's been 2.5 years.I pray for you at this terribly difficult time. May God Bless YOu.
Christy B.
April 11, 2006
I never had the pleasure of meeting Maggie but somehow feel touched after watching her coach against tennessee 3 weeks ago. She truly impacted women's basketball & will not be forgotten. Deepest sympathy to the Dixon family. Maggie, may you rest in peace....
Amanda Fay
April 11, 2006
I have never met Maggie or any member of the Dixon family, but as both a woman working in sports and a basketball fan I looked up to her as a women in athletics and she has helped inspire me to achieve my goals. I have learned anything is possible. my prayers go out to the family. God Bless
Tina Sabato
April 11, 2006
Maggie and I met our Freshman year at Immaculate Heart playing basketball. I always knew she was going to do great things. My thoughts and prayers are with the Dixon Family during this difficult time.
Veronica Viggiano
April 11, 2006
To the Dixon Family: I grieve for your loss of Maggie and pray that you will receive peace from the knowledge that she was so well loved by those whose lives she touched. I often visit the cemetery at West Point to honor classmates of my son and heroes killed in Vietnam and other wars. I will also visit Maggie's grave and think it is very appropriate that she will be buried among the many people who served West Point with distinction.
Linda Davis
April 11, 2006
My heart breaks for you as you grieve the loss of your precious daughter and sister. I lost my 23 year old son to a heart valve defect in January 2005 while he was traveling with the University of Texas Longhorn band to the presidential inauguration in Washington D.C. I miss him everyday, but I know they are in a better place and will joyfully welcome us when it is our time to join them in eternal life. God bless you in the days ahead.
Roxx Taylor
April 11, 2006
Gone to soon. God Bless the Dixon family. You have my heartfelt sympathy.
Samuel C Johnson IV
April 11, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dawn Curtis
April 11, 2006
It will be the little things that we will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
Praying for family and friends to comfort you, faith to uphold you, and loving memories to heal your heart.
With Sympathy,
Dawn Curtis
JUDY HOWARD
April 11, 2006
TO THE DIXION FAMILY, WHAT A TERRIBLE LOSE!!! YOU ALL NOW HAVE AN ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!!
JUDY HOWARD
Karen Scott-Leonard
April 11, 2006
My sympathy and prayers to Maggie's family.I met Maggie through my dear friend Shannon Reidy, head womens basketball Coach at Loyola Univ. in Chicago.I met Maggie when she came downstate to see Marian Catholic in the State finals as Shannon was Coach at Marian until last year. Maggie and Coach Bruno from De Paul came to "cheer" us on. I feel so lucky to have met Maggie then and several other occasions as well, for she was classy, funny,inspiring and someone I knew was a perfect role model for all the ladies she coached.When the Army team and fans carried her off the court, I cheered for her, just as she had cheered for us.With her finger pointing towards the heavens,I guess God grabbed a hold,and took her home.How blessed we all are for knowing Maggie.. how devastated we are. Good bless you Maggie,you will forever be missed.
Sheryl Govedarica
April 11, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the untimely passing of Maggie. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Dixon family.
We had the chance to meet Maggie in Chicago when she was with DePaul. Our 12 year daughter, Julie, has attended three Doug Bruno camps and many DePaul women's games. Maggie was one in a million and will be sorely missed.
Coach Bruno gives three awards at his camp. They are in honor of special women who are no longer with us. My first thought was there will be a fourth award in honor of Maggie. It will be given to the girl who demonstrates leadership, focus and does it with a smile on her face.
I was surprised to learn Maggie was only 28 years old. She has done more in her short life than most of us could do in a lifetime. May you find comfort in knowing what a positive influence she was to so many young women.
God bless you.
Mike Woodall
April 10, 2006
I am a 1998 West Point graduate and I've never been so proud of a coach and a person as I am of her and what she has done for the academy. She deserves one great tribute and her name on a permanent fixture.
Holly Dzwilefsky (USMA '98)
April 10, 2006
With my deepest sympathy for your loss. She has more than earned a very special place in the Long Gray Line.
"May it be said WELL DONE.."
Mark McGowan
April 10, 2006
Jaime I went to school with you at Notre Dame in Sherman Oaks. Class of 85'. Hope all works out and you will be my pick in next years pool. God bless your sister.
Paul Garvin
April 10, 2006
As a long time Mountaineer fan, I was shocked to learn of the untimely death of your lovely sister. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Lauren Arnold
April 10, 2006
You were a great coach toward the team. Rest In Peace Maggie Dixon
Michael Curry
April 10, 2006
It is such a tragic loss for army and the entire dixon family. My thoguts and prayers are with you as you are going through this difficult time.
Cindy Madison
April 10, 2006
I am so very sorry for the loss of your daughter and sister. I lost my 18 year old daughter a year and a half ago in the exact way that Maggie died, so when I first heard of her collapse, I knew all the pain you were, and are feeling. Know that the prayers of many will give you strength when you feel you have none. My sincere and deepest sympathy.
Helene Schmidt
April 10, 2006
What a beautiful, energetic woman who was only 28 when she entered Heavenly Peace.
My deepest sympathies to her family!
Resa Lovelace
April 10, 2006
It was sad to hear of her death... One day she was being carried off the court by the team for gettin the Knights to the NCAA tourney and the next she has passed... She and her family are in my prayers and you will get through this....
Donna Broe
April 10, 2006
My sincere sympathy goes out to the entire Dixon family. I do not know any of you, but from what I have read about Maggie, you raised a very fine and remarkable daughter. Very sad to lose her so soon. She accomplished more in her short life than many do in a long lifetime. May all these notes of condolences help to comfort her family. I hope that there are many happy memories to bring a smile to the hearts of all who loved Maggie.
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