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1928
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2019
Ralph McCoy Obituary
Hendersonville - Ralph McCoy Dixon, age 90 of Hendersonville, TN, was born on April 25, 1928 and transitioned into new life on January 14, 2019 at his home.
Ralph was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He proudly served 22 years in the US Navy, retired from Dixie Graphics, and was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville. His love of hunting and fishing transitioned into a love of Golf, which he enjoyed with his wife and daughter.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Reverend and Ms. P.M. Dixon; sister, Doris, brother Billy, and sisters, Inez Jennings, and Carol Oaks. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Reba Mundy Dixon; daughter, Belinda Harris; and grandchild, Christopher David Harris.
Visitation with the family will be held Saturday, January 19, from 11am until the Celebration of Life Service at 1pm at Austin & Bell Hendersonville. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Hendersonville Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle TN by calling 615-627-1611 or visiting secondharvestmidtn.org/donate-now/.
You may view the obituary or offer your Condolences online at www.austinandbell.com. The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN. 615-822-4442.
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