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Aaron Dixon Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Aaron Joshua Dixon, 26, of Springfield died at 7:25 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, at his home.
He was born Feb. 23, 1981, in Taylorville, the son of Tommie Clyde and Ellen Irene Spence Dixon. His father preceded him in death.
He was a resident of Springfield for most of his life.
Surviving are his mother, Ellen Irene Dixon Spence of Springfield; sister, Cynthia Dixon of Springfield; four brothers, Gary (Kelly) Dixon of Louisville, Ky., John Dixon and Thomas Dixon, both of Springfield, and Allen Dixon of Thayer; aunts and uncles, Aunt Lou and Uncle Alex Smith, Aunt Francie and Uncle Sonny Schroader, Aunt Robin Twisdale, Uncle Bobby Twisdale and Uncle Pete Harmon; three nieces; and a nephew.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007, at Staab Funeral Home. Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007, at Staab Funeral Home with Vaughn Beeman officiating.
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for Aaron Dixon
Bj Baker
October 1, 2007
To the whole family, I just heard about what happened, It saddens me to hear about someone so young and good in heart passing, I hadn't seen him in quite sometime, but he does hold a special place in my heart!
Debbie Sullins
September 15, 2007
Ellen, Cindy, Allen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Just found out about it. My prayers are with you and yours.
Debbie Sullins
Bob Mitchell
September 13, 2007
Allen,Cindy and family
I am so sorry. I just found out this morning. I tried to get to the visitation but things at school were very busy. Mrs. Mitchell and I will be praying for you. Call if need anything. God Bless
Sara Florence
September 13, 2007
I want to say how sorry I am to the family, and I want to let you know that I have thought of you all over the years, and I hope that you can find the peace you need within. Please feel free to let me know if there is any way I can help you through this time.
September 12, 2007
I am sorry to hear about the loss, and I hope that the family is well, and wish you all the best of luck in this time of sorrow.
Karen Melton
September 12, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss - our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Lisa Pearce
September 11, 2007
I am sorry for the loss of your beloved brother and son. I was so shocked to see that Aaron had passed. I hadn't seen Aaron for a few years but always thought I would see him again. I hope he has finally found peace.
Charlotte Bolton
September 11, 2007
Ellen, Cindy and Family,
We are so sorry, there are know words that will make this situation any easier. I think that you are a Great family and I am so sorry that this has happen. Please know that you are in our prayers, please call if there is anything we can do. You have the sweetest family and such special morals. 217-391-3750. Lots of Love to a special family.
Charlotte Bolton (B.R.'s mom)
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