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Uxbridge - Dixie (Nelson) Andrews, 76, of Uxbridge passed away Sat. July 5, 2014 in Beaumont Skilled Nursing and Rehab. Ctr., Northbridge of lung cancer after a brief illness. She was the wife of John R. Andrews III. She was born Dec. 15, 1937 in Worcester, the daughter of the late Victor J. and Elizabeth (Rosenthal) Nelson and had been a resident of Uxbridge for 53 years.
Dixie was a graduate of Douglas High School and the American Institute of Banking. She was employed by the former Mechanics Savings Bank and the Uxbridge Saving Bank. Dixie was active in the First Evangelical Congregational Church in Uxbridge and had served as its treasurer. At the time of her death, she was a trustee of the church as well as the treasurer of Andrews Survey & Engineering, which she established with her husband in 1978.
She was also a dedicated and accomplished china painter. She was the secretary of the Nashoba Valley Chapter of the Historical Society of Early American Decorating and a member of the Adirondack China Painting Club. Dixie also served as an election official for the Town of Uxbridge for over 40 years and served for several years as an election warden.
In addition to her husband John of 54 years, she is survived by her children, Byron J. and his wife Linda Andrews of Uxbridge and Jill A. and her husband Brody Reese of Uxbridge; a sister, Elizabeth and her husband Robert Carter of Dover, PA; three grandchildren, Iain Andrews, Sarah Reese and Haley Reese all of Uxbridge; three nieces and a nephew. She was predeceased by a brother, William Nelson.
Visiting hours will be held Wed. July 9, 2014 from 5–8 PM in BUMA FUNERAL HOME, 101 N. Main St., Rt. 122, Uxbridge. Funeral services will be Thursday July 10, 2014 at 11 AM in the funeral home.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Joseph Antaki, the staff of Beaumont Skilled Nursing and Rehab., and VNA & Hospice of Greater Milford.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Evangelical Congregational Church, c/o Linda Bradley, 48 Rock Meadow Rd., Uxbridge, MA 01569
www.bumafuneralhome.com
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for Dixie Andrews
David Greenhalgh
July 18, 2014
Dear John & Family,
We were saddened to learn of Dixie's
passing. What we remember most about her was her beautiful smile and infectious laugh. We know she will be
missed by all. Please know that we are
thinking about you...
Our deepest sympathy,
David & Susan Greenhalgh
July 13, 2014
Dear John and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Dixie's passing. Please accept our condolences. We hope your memories of her will comfort you and help you through this difficult time.
Al and Betty Bourgeois
Bob Dwyer
July 11, 2014
My deepest condolences and prayers...
Bob
Mark&Pat Benoit
July 10, 2014
John and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
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Kenneth Fougere
July 9, 2014
I was saddened to hear of the passing of my classmate, Dixie. I remember her with only pleasant memories. My sympathy goes out to her family.
Dr. Kenneth Fougere
July 8, 2014
Dear John and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. George and Elaine Redmond
July 8, 2014
To John and family come my heartfelt
condolences at your loss of beloved Dixie. We can all share memories of the
wonderful and friendly girl from the
class of 55' at Douglas Memorial High.
May her spirit live on forever, and we,
in her afterglow. GerryYacino..Hawaii.
Scott Sanford
July 8, 2014
John & Family,
Our most sincere condolences to you. Being a part of the family and having worked with you I know how great of a person Dixie was. She will be missed. From the Sanford family.
July 7, 2014
Such a wonderful picture of a wonderful lady!! God bless all of her family in this time of sadness!! Great memories keep close to your hearts!! Nancy Vecchione
Jerry & Faye Tetreau
July 7, 2014
Our prayers go out to you, John and your entire Family. May you find the strength of The Lord at this time of sorrow.
July 7, 2014
John,Byron,Jill,
My heart goes out to you for your loss. Many years have passed since we enjoyed your friendship.God bless you all.
Irwin Smith
Betty Cusson
July 7, 2014
John & Family,
My deepest sympathy is extended to all.
Rebecca
July 7, 2014
Beth, have been thinking of you and praying during this sad time. You and your family will contintue to be in my prayers Love, Becky
Linda Bradley
July 7, 2014
John, Byron & Jill, I am deeply saddened by Dixie's passing. What a wonderful lady she was. I will miss her smiling face and quick wit. She had such a gentle yet firm way about her. You are all in my prayers.
James Daubney
July 7, 2014
Very Sorry for your loss
Dixie Smith
July 6, 2014
I was named after Dixie. I am sending my deepest sympathy to you all.
Priscilla Romasco Kryger
July 6, 2014
Dear John and Family,
I am truly sorry to hear of Dixie's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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