Nancy Ann "Barendse" Dixon

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Nancy Ann Dixon, 88, of North Bend, will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Bel – Air Colonial Funeral Home, 762 NE 10th Street in Madras, Oregon.

Nancy was born on February 23, 1937 in Astoria, Oregon to Albert and Karolina ( Carrie ) Barendse. She passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026 in North Bend from a long illness.

Nancy spent the last 30 plus years living with her stepson Randy and his wife Kathy Dixon. Nancy loved traveling with family, horseback riding, long walks, baking, and playing pinocle with her siblings and other family members. She loved the Chicago Cubs, even attending many of their home games. Nancy was a true patriot and loved the American flag. Theodore Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan were her favorite presidents. She always had a smile on her face, enjoyed telling jokes, and was a strong advocate for animals.

Nancy is survived by stepson Randy Dixon and his wife Kathy of North Bend, Oregon; sister, Nella Hoffer of Union City, California; sister, Velma Burkert of Canby, Oregon; and brother, Ron Barendse of Gresham, Oregon. She also leaves behind several other stepchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Dixon; son, Scott Mathews; stepson, Billy Gene Dixon; and stepdaughter, Gwen Carlton.

Nancy was God's blessing to all of her family and friends and she will be greatly missed!

Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com and www.theworldlink.com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440.