Richard Gerald Dixon

61 of Sherborn, died September 25, 2006 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Newton, the son of the late Clifford and Irene (Sellars) Dixon. He was also the husband of 41 years to Margaret J. (Marino) Dixon of Sherborn. Growing up in Holliston and attending the Holliston Schools and later Bentley University, he was owner and operator of his own custom home building company, he built many custom homes throughout the area. His most enjoyable occupation was the hay farm that he owned and was happiest when on his John Deere tractor tending to his land. He also enjoyed gardening and especially growing giant pumpkins which he gave to children for Halloween. Besides his wife he is survived by a daughter Lisa George and her husband Mathew of Littleton, MA and 3 grandchildren Matty, Hailey and Lexie. Visitation hours will be on Thursday, September 28 from 5-8 PM at the Chesmore Funeral Home, 854 Washington St (Rt 16) HOLLISTON www.ChesmoreFuneralHome .com The funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Friday at 11 AM with Rev. Dr. David Fountain. Burial will follow in Lake Grove Cemetery of Holliston.