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1944
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2015
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Jerry DIXON Obituary
Jerry Lavoy Dixon died Sunday August 2, 2015, following a long struggle with Leukemia. Born February 19, 1944 in Austin, the son of Jerrell D. Dixon and Mary Louise Dixon. Jerry graduated from William B. Travis High School in 1962 and married high school sweetheart Kay Dixon. Jerry and Kay celebrated 52 years of marriage June 14, 2015. Jerry's 3 favorite things in life were family, cars and camping. His future father-in-law, Roy Milton Eanes, recognized Jerry's skill for automotive repair and recruited him following high school as a service technician at Covert Buick on 5th and San Antonio Street. Jerry's unique love of people and cars led to the opening of Jerry Dixon's Automotive in Oak Hill the fall of 1974. Oak Hill was a thriving community and Jerry was at the heart of it all. The success and love of Jerry allowed him to expand his business into a second location specializing in classic cars, opening in 1985. Jerry put in his last full day of work at his shop Friday July 31, 2015, prior to his passing Sunday, August 2nd.
Jerry's love of a great adventure and story did not stop at cars. No day passed without a morning visit to the local coffee shop to catch up and share. Swapping stories at The Big Wheel was a daily requirement; following its closure, the crew moved to Jim's. A fly on the wall would hear stories of great adventures and tall tales to bring smiles on the faces of all his friends. Jerry combined his passion for cars and adventure by purchasing his first cab-over-camper in 1975. This addition to family recreation launched a tradition of family trips, stories and folklore. Jerry's happiest place on earth was in an RV park camping with all of his family and friends. Nothing made him happier than being behind the wheel of his motorhome leading the way to our next destination with family following behind.
Jerry dearly loved his family, including wife Kay Dixon, his sons Kevin Dixon and wife Teresa, Kelly Dixon and wife Alexandra, and his beloved grandchildren Aaron, Nathaniel, Lucia and Briana. Jerry is also survived by his brothers Erwin Dixon, David Dixon and wife Chris, and Mark Dixon and wife Lisa, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Jerry will be missed by all.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, August 6, 2015 in the Chapel of Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home with Reverend Joseph Calovic officiating. Entombment will follow at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Condolences may be made at www.cookwaldenforestoaks.com.
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Sponsored by Kaye and Jim Bowman.
Guy Jones
June 1, 2024
Jerry was a great friend during my childhood in Austin. We lived close to each other on Manchaca Rd in South Austin during 1955-56. His beautiful wife, Kaye as a good friend of my wife Martha kaye.
He is greatly missed.
Guy Jones
Kay Dixon
August 2, 2016
Today it has been a year since you left us. I still miss you so much and do not ever think it will be any easier to accept that you are gone from me. I wish you would send me some signs that you are still around to help me through this rough time. I am so lost without you. We had been married 52 yrs and were high school sweethearts and were together 24/7. Now you are gone and I am so lost. Please help guide me until we meet again. I miss the future I was supposed to have with you.
All of my Love for you,
Kay
Kaye Bowman
December 27, 2015
To my dear and precious friend, Kay: Jerry became our Hero in 1963 after his near fatal accident at Covert Buick. He lived because of his love for you. You gave him the strength and the courage to walk again. You and I met at Travis High. I was the more fortunate one because You accepted me as your friend. The feeling was mutual for me, too.
Jerry is now memorialized into Eternity and is in the arms of the Lord. May our Lord give all of you His Peace that surpasses all understanding. Carry on Jerry's legacy and remember that he is with you always. I love you, dear friend. Kaye Eskew-Bowman
Kay Dixon
December 4, 2015
It has now been 4 months since you left us. It seems like forever. All I have to comfort me is that you are no longer in pain. I do have a large hole in my heart since your passing. I never knew it would be so difficult to lose my forever love.
Joann and Glen Urbach
October 1, 2015
To Kay and family, Glen and I still cannot realize that Jerry is now with our Lord. Our hearts hurt for all of you and we wish we could do more to ease your sorrow. He was one of a kind and loved and respected by both of us. We will always have fond memories of our times with him.
Amy Wallquist
September 24, 2015
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Jerry was a kind man. I feel luck to have known him if just as my family's mechanic.
September 11, 2015
Dear Kay, Donna just told me about the passing of Jerry, we are very saddened to hear about his passing. He is with the Lord now, may he rest in peace and God be with you and your family.
Bobby Garza
Bill Rogers
August 28, 2015
I'm really sorry to have just heard of Mr. Dixon. He was a very nice and trustworthy man. Not only was he MY car repair guy but I sent my kids directly to him Many times I would just call him up and tell him I needed to know my daughters truck was safe and ready for her to go back to school. He was a wonderful man and I will miss him. My sympathies to his family. It was only a month or so ago he was joking with me at the counter of the shop.
Sherri Hammack
August 10, 2015
Kay, Aaron and family...and to extended family...I just learned of Jerry's passing today and was so sad to have missed his service to celebrate a life well spent. We have always loved visiting with Jerry while maintaining the 'Hammack fleet.' I remember when Victor showed Jerry what YouTube was on the internet. We have shared the celebration of our joys and mourned our losses together and I and my family are deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person. I hope you are surrounded by your family, faith and friends during this time of grief and healing. Grace & blessings from one of them. Love, Sherri, Victor, Hannah, Jacob & Meghan Hammack
John Schwab
August 7, 2015
Mrs Dixon, It was with a heavy heart that I read the paper this past Wednesday and saw of Jerry's passing. I spoke to him last week and he sounded in good spirits. I thanked him very much for all the work he had done for us over the years and let him know that the way he cared for our daughter's cars that it was like having their grandfather keeping an eye on them. He cared so much for everyone he met, it seemed that no one was a stranger to Mr Dixon. Our heart felt condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
August 6, 2015
I am saddened to hear of Jerry's passing. Kay, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you adjust to life without him. Margie Lehman Malone (Austin)
Michael Lindeman
August 6, 2015
Kay and family, we were so saddened to hear about the passing of Jerry and want to extend our sincerest sympathies as you go through this tough time.
Rodney Baker
August 6, 2015
Kay, Kevin, Aaron and family,
I am so sad and shocked to hear this news. I saw Jerry on Thurs the 30th. He was his usual upbeat and smiling self. We met in 1996 at Vic's and I really have enjoyed getting to know him over coffee. Even though I was a newcomer, he always made me feel welcome. I will miss his tails of the many characters of Oak Hill, the way it used to be in Austin, and his knowledge of cars. I met many good people through Jerry and am grateful to have had his friendship. My deepest condolences to all who will miss him. I certainly will.
Rodney Baker
Sydney Ceder
August 6, 2015
So sorry for your family's loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Ray Ceder Family
South Austin Transmission
August 6, 2015
Kay,Kevin,Kelly,Erwin,David, Mark and extended Families. What to say? Sorry for your loss, doesn't seem strong enough. My heart goes out to you all. I was hoping to be there, but things sometimes don't turn out the way we plan. I know our families enjoyed times together as we were growing up. We grew apart in life, but not in memories. Strength and peace to you all at this time. You are in my prayers. Sending loving thoughts to you.
Diania Wagner, Georgetown, Tx
Cynthia Hazlett
August 5, 2015
Dearest Mrs. Dixon, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Dixon's passing. He will be missed dearly by myself and parents. We are here for you for anything you need. Prayers for your whole family during this time.
Cynthia A Hazlett , Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Aguirre Jr, and Alex, Joseph and Stephan Martinez
frank segura
August 5, 2015
Jerry my friend, a good person and classmate, you made auto shop sooo much fun, we talk mechanic stuff at lunch, track meets, and in other classes. After graduation we went our own seperate ways in life, and during a visit to austin to visit my south austin family i asked if anyone knew a good auto repair shopshop in Oak Hill who could be trusted, so who do i see when i arrived, Jerry!!!!!, we talked about old times, laughed, and were so happy that we had the opportunity to visit. Good friends are never gone until you forget them, that will never happen. Jerry, thanks for your part in my journey.
May god bless you, rest in peace mi amigo.
Class of 62
Terri & James Sheffield
August 5, 2015
Dear Kay, We're so deeply saddened to hear about Jerry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
August 5, 2015
Kay - we are so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. We just learned today - we are in Maine in the RV. Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lou and Peggy
Lynn Tozser
August 5, 2015
Kay, Kevin, Teresa and Aaron: I will miss Jerry terribly. I so enjoyed our lively conversations and learning about all of the beautiful old cars in the shop. Jerry's knowledge of classic cars was astonishing. And he was one of the nicest guys I know. I loved him like a father and I love you all, too. My thoughts are with you.
Fred & Carmen Wende
August 5, 2015
Dear Kay, We are so sorry to hear of Jerrys passing and we can only imagine how difficult this time is for you and your family. your loss is heavens gain and tonight the Texas sky will have one more bright star.
Chris Miller Dixon
August 5, 2015
Kay, Kevin, Kelly and your extended Dixon families.... you have my most heartfelt sympathy. May God bless you with strength at this time. The photo tribute to Jerry and your family was beautiful. I will keep you in my prayers. ~ Chris Miller Dixon
Jay van Bavel, MD
August 5, 2015
My condolences to the family. Jerry was known to me initially as an allergy patient, then a classic car restorer and RV service and repair expert . My interactions with him were always upbeat and positive. He was truely one of the people that make this Earth a better place for us all. He will be missed.
MaryAnn and Mike Ayoub
August 5, 2015
Dear Kay,
Wishing you comfort and a sense of peace in Jerry's freedom and the knowledge that you both are loved and admired for your strength and enjoyment of life.
August 5, 2015
Kay & family , so sorry to hear of Jerrys passing . Enjoyed being yalls neighbor and knowing yall back in the Oak Hill days. Gods peace and comfort be with yall . Julie Roach
Dave and Linda Payne
August 5, 2015
Kay and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jerry's death. This world has certainly lost a great man!! We will always remember him for his kindness and professional demeanor. Everyone we have talked with since his death spoke glowingly of how they always knew he would care for their vehicles as if they were his own. He will be missed for his expertise and the friendships he developed with all who met him. We hope the fun memories you have made thru the years will carry you thru this time of loss.
Shaun Boone
August 5, 2015
I was so sad to hear of Jerry's passing. He was such a good man. My prayers to you Kay, his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by a lot of people.
DON Gilbert
August 5, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Duane Knopp
August 5, 2015
Kevin , I'm so sorry to hear about your family's loss of such a great man . He was always so kind to me and my father and we thought so much of him . My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family .
Cecilia Roberts
August 4, 2015
Kay, I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My best memory is and I cherish is dearly, is that Jerry gave my husband, Danny Lockhart, a chance to do what he loved, too, working on cars! May God give you the grace of comfort and peace. Hugs to you, Cecilia
Lauretta Evans Smith
August 4, 2015
Kay I am praying for comfort, strength and peace for you and your family in the days and times ahead.
Donna Artis
August 4, 2015
Kay I am so very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Sending loving thoughts your way.....Donna
Thomas Brownson
August 4, 2015
Kay, Kevin, Kelly,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Thomas & Julie Brownson
Gene Grottke
August 4, 2015
Jerry will be missed. He always had a smile on his face and made people feel at home in his shop. Very honest and a giving person. Prays to the entire family. I will always be thinking of Jerry, when I drive my 56 Chevy.
Sara Van Eck
August 4, 2015
Mrs. Dixon, I am so sorry to read about Mr. Dixon, you both were always so good to JR, Christine and me. My prayers are with you and your family at this hard time.
Tammye Harrell Oakley
August 4, 2015
Kay, so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you & your family.
LaNelle Blahuta
August 4, 2015
Kay, we are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a blessing to all who met him. We always appreciated his knowledge and concern when we had our vehicles repaired. May God give you strength and faith. We will miss Jerry too. Sincerely, Glenn and LaNelle Blahuta and family
August 4, 2015
So sorry to read of Jerry's passing. Lynda & Buddy Rogers, Burnet, Texas
Karon Selman
August 3, 2015
Kay I am at a loss for words. He really fought a hard fight--my heart goes out to you and the family. I have the wonderful memories of band trips and going RVing together. God bless you and give you strength through the coming days and months ahead.
Karon Selman
Annette Welch
August 3, 2015
Kay, I am so sorry form your loss, it is so hard to believe that Jerry is no longer with us. We will all miss him. He fought a long and hard battle, I pray that God will give you, Kevin, Kelly and family the strength and comfort to get through this time of need. Our love, thoughts and prays go out to all of you.
Annette Welch
August 3, 2015
Kay, I am so sorry for you loss, it is hard to believe Jerry is no longer with us. My heart goes out to you, Kevin, Kelly and the family. May God bless you all and give you comfort and strength to get you through the trying time ahead. You are all in my thoughts and prays.
Sherry Weiser
August 3, 2015
Mrs. Dixon, I work with Kelly's wife, Alex at St. David's medical center. I am so sorry for your family's loss. Your family has been through so much. I am praying for all of you! May GOD give you all comfort in your time of need. I fully believe that our loved ones never truly leave us....they will live on forever in our hearts! GOD bless you all!
Marilyn Eanes
August 3, 2015
Sweet Jesus is not confined to a .place of worship. Just as a fish born in water; man is restless in this world and cannot live with happiness without keeping his mind on God. Your dedication to your children and family gives a strong foundation for all those near you t.o seek the path DIVINITY. He has gone HOME.
Marilyn Eanes
Cecile Rader
August 3, 2015
Kay -- I so sorry for your loss. Jerry will be missed. I will especially miss his great big smile. Somehow you knew everything was going to be all right when Jerry smiled. That wonderful smile. My your many memories get you through this time of sorrow. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammi Wenzel-McKinney
August 3, 2015
Kay, Kevin, Kelly and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all during the this time ahead. Please let us know you need anything. Love you all.
Eric and Tammi McKinney Erica and Tanya
Roy Dixon
August 3, 2015
God speed, cousin!
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