Dixy Rhea

Dixy Rhea obituary, Sanford, FL

Dixy Rhea

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Dixy Rhea Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Degusipe Funeral Home & Crematory - Sanford Chapel on Nov. 6, 2025.

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Dixy Rhea of Lake Mary, FL passed away peacefully on November 4th, 2025 at the age of 72. Dixy was born on February 23rd, 1953 in Monticello, IL to Robert B. Gaumer and Edna Baker.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

13

Funeral Mass

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

All Souls Catholic Church

3280 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

Send Flowers

Nov

13

Graveside service

3:00 p.m.

All Souls Catholic Cemetery

25th St, Sanford, FL 32773

Send Flowers

Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.