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The family will receive visitors on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9PM at HARRY H. WITZKE'S FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4112 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City, A funeral ceremony will be held on Wednesday at 10AM at Catonsville United Methodist Church. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 11350 McCormick Road, Executive Plaza III, Suite 100, Hunt Valley, MD 21031.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phineas Dixon
Paul Morgan
February 3, 2009
Dear Family, I just heard about the passing of Phineas, ( Finney ). I'm so very sorry. I owned the Amoco ( BP ) is Catonsville and I always enjoyed when Finney came in to get gas. He always had a great joke to tell and left us all laughing. I'm sure he is telling them in heaven. I'm retired now for about 4 years and I do miss Finney and all my customers. He was a good man.
bonnie anderson-carr
January 12, 2009
phineas was a good man and a great lawyer it was with great honor that i had the privledge to know him i will miss him dearly he helped me and my family so much ,god rest his beautiful soul he had a great wonderful heart ,to the family i did not know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you and as for mr dixon i will forever hold a special place in my heart for you for you are and always be an angel in my eyes
Gus/Anita Mastracci
January 3, 2009
Dear Scott and family,
We were saddended by the news of Finn passing and want to express our condolences to you and the family.
Gus/Anita Mastracci
Jack Boender
December 31, 2008
Phin, It was a privilege to know you and and have you as a friend for so many years. You will be saddly missed here on earth but I am sure you and Howard are keeping things straight up there.
george and sharon holloman
December 30, 2008
Carole,
We are sorry to hear of your loss of Phin. You and your family are in our prayers. God Bless.
george and sharon holloman
Lou LeConte
December 29, 2008
My great memories of Phin included our Scout Troop 895 going on our many camping, canoeing and hiking trips. Camping in his mothers front yard in VA, Visiting Carols family in NY and canoeing Long Lake and The Racquet River.
Cold nights at the Scout camp near Hancock and many more. Phin was a wonderful compatriot on our many Scouting adventures.
In my old photos of the events, Phin always had a smile while doing his good work with the boys.
Teressa Davies
December 29, 2008
Carole & Family: Words cannot say how sorry I am for your loss and how much Phin truly will be missed. I have enjoyed working for him over the past 24 years. He was a great inspiration, mentor and friend. I will miss his jokes and laughter. Our dog (Flex) misses his dog treats that Phin always had in his pocket for every visit. I don't know who was more happier to see the other, the dog or Phin! The legal ommunity has lost a very diligent and loyal servant. Phin was truly one of a kind and will hold a special place in our hearts. Your family is in our prayers. We will always be here for you. God bless.
Donald Pauley
December 27, 2008
When I was elected President of Crab Orchard Coal and Land Company almost 20 years ago Phin was enshrined as the Patriarch of the Board of Directors. He was at first intimidating but I soon learned that I had nothing to fear from him. He was a true Patriarch, he watched over me and helped me when I needed help, he prodded me when I needed prodding, he encouraged me when I needed encouraging. I soon learned as previous Presidents had that he would be my best friend, especially when I needed him. At the last stock holders meeting he resigned from the Board of Directors and said good bye. He said it was time for him to move on and he recommended we replace him with his son Scott. We did as he requested. We told him he would always be welcome and encouraged him to return next year. He smiled and said no this is good bye. So we all said good bye to our friend and Patriarch. He was one of a kind and he did it his way and we are all better off having had him as a part of our life. He shall forever be remembered by the Shareholders and Directors of Crab Orchard and I will have a permanent memorial to him spread upon the records of the Company at its next annual meeting.
Peter Greer
December 27, 2008
Carol,
Sorry to hear we lost Phin, our prayers are with you and the family.
Phin,
Give Ann and Pete a hug and kiss for us. Nancy and Peter
Sandra Buzard
December 27, 2008
WE are sorry for your loss, but Heavens gain is great..we only met Uncle Phinn a couple times, but he was a great person..I'm sure he will be missed greatly..Love and Prayers, Sandy and Kent Buzard
Pat Tune
December 26, 2008
Phin,
I know when you arrived in Heaven
you were greeted by the SPE/RMC
Myrtle Beach Hackers & Yackers
members Mac, Dick, Rodney, Darryl
and Ace with open arms on the first
tee for a round of golf. Miss you all.
Carol,
They're all angels watching over us now. God Bless!
Corinne Dixon
December 26, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Donna Vonella
December 26, 2008
Mr. Dixon, You were the BEST friend and advisor a girl could ever have. Thanks for being by my side in my times of trouble. You were like a dad to me. You will be so missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Condolences to your family, especially Scott. Love, Donna Vonella
Corinne Dixon
December 26, 2008
You will be missed.
Deb Mastracci
December 26, 2008
Dear Scott & Family
We are deeply saddened by this terrible news. Phineas touched many lives in so many positive ways. He will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences , Mike & Deb Mastracci
Dean Baker
December 26, 2008
Phin, thank you for all your caring and help over the many year of our friendship. You will be missed by many. Scott, I want to thank you and wish you all the strength and comfort during this time.
Brenda & Charley Friesen
December 26, 2008
Remembering many "fun" phone conversations... Quick wit.. will surely be missed by all who know him. Condolences to family and friends.
Charley and Brenda Friesen
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