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Michael H. Dixon

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Michael Dixon Obituary

MICHAEL H.
DIXON, 36
State Farm Insurance

DUNDEE - Michael H Dixon of Dundee, Florida passed away Friday, March 21, 2008 at the Good Shepherd Hospice Residents Center in Auburndale due to cancer. He was 36 years old.
A native of Dundee, born January 4, 1972, Michael has been a lifelong resident of the area. He was a claims adjuster for State Farm Insurance, a member of the Dundee Baptist Church and also attended St. Matthew Catholic Church. Michael was a T-Ball coach in Dundee and Cub Scout Leader. He was a loving father and husband. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Michael is survived by his wife of 13 years Shirley A. Dixon, his sons, John Michael Dixon and William Lee Dixon, and his daughter, Rebecca Lynn Dixon. He is also survived by his parents, R.J. and Gail Dixon of Dundee, FL, his brother, Brian Dixon of San Francisco, CA, his sister, Tammy Fawcett of Lake Alfred, FL, and his maternal grandmother, Adell McDougald.
Visitation will be held at Oak Ridge Funeral Care in Winter Haven from 11AM to 1:00 PM Tuesday, March 25, 2008. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be at Glen Abbey Memorial Gardens in Auburndale. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to: Good Shepherd Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Condolences to the family: www.oakridgefuneralcare.com .

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Published by The Ledger on Mar. 23, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Dixon

36 Entries

Marti

September 18, 2008

I think about you from time to time and remember all the wonderful precious memories. I know you are at peace and I know the last thing you ever wanted was to leave your family. I know how important family was to you. The Michael I knew a lifetime ago will never be forgotten, thank you for everything.

Buck & Pam Combee

April 9, 2008

R.J. and Gail, We were so sorry to here of Michaels passing, We just found out today. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless you in this time of sorrow.

Laura Feagle

April 2, 2008

Gail & RJ, and Shirley,

It is now April and I am praying for you all, and want to let you know that I miss Michael, but we can't want him to miss the wonders of our Heaven! I think about you a lot and pray for you then-
Though I do not know what to say, I just want you to all know that I care, love you and miss you!
Micheal will always be part of me- and I will always think of him fishing with his Daddy every time he could, and going hunting and camping with us; then meeting his Shirley-
it was head over heels then!!!
:) Then the wedding and your beautiful children and grandchildren-
wow- he was a good man!

Know that I will pray for you often-
and when I lay my head down at night, I ask the Lord to give you peace, and comfort in this time-
and I will for a long long time!

Love you,

Michelle Baker

March 28, 2008

Shirley,
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. May God bless your path and help you take care of your wonderful family.

vicki sellers

March 28, 2008

I had the great privilage of working with michael for the town of dundee. He always had a warm smile and an encouraging word for anyone he met. His presence in this world will be sorely missed. To the Dixon family, my prayers and warm thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Michael, you were a true friend, and I will miss you always.

Jason platt

March 26, 2008

I had the pleasure of getting to know Michael at SF while he and I worked together in CIOS. Michael was a great guy, and a person who you knew was an honest and trust-worthy man. I hate to hear that he has left us, but I hope all who knew him can take joy in knowing that he is in a better place, surrounded by those who have gone on before.

To the family of Michael, God bless and keep you,

Sincerely, Jay Platt

Diane, Gene and Thomas (TP) Dunn

March 26, 2008

Michael was a big part of my youth and he will truly be missed. I will always hold the memories of our youth very close to my heart. I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.

Jean Gerstner

March 25, 2008

I worked with Michael in cios, but I did not know him well, but what i seen was a very smart Man whom i thought was going some wheres which he came over to my area in ctlu and developed even more when he became a processor. I know that his family is very Proud of him. God Bless

Anita Nix

March 25, 2008

I did not know Michael but I worked at State Farm with his mother. I would like to extend my sympathy to the entire family.

Annette Fletcher

March 25, 2008

I only had the opportunity to know Michael for a short time. He always made a pleasant and warm impression on me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Washington

March 25, 2008

Shirley,

My prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss. There are really no perfect words to say but I do hope that you gain comfort in the wonderful memory of how Michael was. He was wonderful to work with and I know that he was not doubt the most perfect husband and father. It pains our hearts to know that he suffered so much. I pray also that God will give you the strength to go on day by day and somehow ease your pain.

Janet Vargas

March 25, 2008

My prayers are with Shirley & the family at this very difficult time. Michael was such a gentleman, hard to find in today's society. He will be truly missed. May God uphold you Shirley & the children in His hands.

Trish Woods

March 25, 2008

Shirley, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your hour of need. Do not hesitate to call me if you need anything at anytime. God be with you.

Vanessa Wright

March 25, 2008

May God bless you and your family through this trying time Shirley. God put special people in our lives for a season and also for a reason. He put Michael in my life to lift up my spirit when I was going through hard times. He would always make me laugh. I will miss Michael dearly. but will never forget that special friendship that we shared together.

Janis Davis

March 25, 2008

Shirley,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the kids during this time. We are here for you.

Terrence West & Family

March 25, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during time of loss. Michael was a great person. He touched my life with his pleasant spirit and always positive persona. Please know that he is rejoicing with the Lord and will always be by your side. Celebrate all the good times and memories you shared and know that he is looking down and smiling at you all of the time. May your family be blessed and find peace.

Jeffrey Miller

March 25, 2008

Michael, It was really nice having you on my State Farm team, and it was great knowing you.

REGINA MCKENZIE

March 25, 2008

My prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow. I worked with Michael at State Farm. I have never met a such a strong & helpful person. He will truly be missed.

Lorri Redish

March 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with
you in this time of need.
I didn't know Michael long, but he
made a very positive impression. He
will truly be missed.

Dan Brady

March 24, 2008

My family sends it's deepest sympathy to the Dixon family at your time of loss.
Michael was a wonderful person and he will be missed.
We hope that over time your pain will be replaced with happy thoughts of Michael and the great Husband/Father/Friend he was.

We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Dan and CarrieAnn Brady

Karen Kistler

March 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I never had the privilege of meeting Michael, but sure do know how much he meant to his Aunt June (my bonus-mom). Please know that our entire family is praying for you daily and if there is anything we can do to help, just let us know.

Geri Kirby

March 24, 2008

Dear Shirley and Family,

We never had the pleasure of meeting Michael, but hearing about him through his loving Aunt June, we know he was a very special man. We've heard of his courage during these trying months, his faith in the Lord and his love for his family. We are so sorry for your sorrow but know that he is no longer in pain and is now in the arms of Jesus. May God bless you and your family and know that He has a plan for your life and you will see Michael again in Heaven.

God Bless,
Geri & David Kirby

Lori Sheffield

March 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss we worked with Michael at the Town of Dundee
Mary Johnson
Lori Johnson Sheffield

Vicki Staufer

March 24, 2008

In January 2007 I was in class with Michael at Southeastern. Our Cohort was very small, so we had the pleasure of communication with each other. Please accept my condolences and prayers for this difficult time for you and your family.
God Bless!

Ingrid Hoover

March 24, 2008

I am sadden to hear of Michael's passing, but I know that he is in a much better place, and is with "Doc" and rejoicing!! Michael and I grew up together practically since we were born, and will never forget all the memories I had with him and his brother Brian. May the Lord be with you all during this time and know that I love you with all of my heart and will be praying for you all.

Joshua Pierce

March 24, 2008

Shirley, I Know that this has to be one of the hardest times in your life, but I also know that you know that God is right by your side and He will help carry you this storm in your life. When we lost little Shalaya last year the one thing that got all of us through it was God. Keep on singing your praises to God and He will get you though this.

Amber Crothers

March 24, 2008

I have known Michael ever since I started working at State Farm 3 years ago. I feel so honored to have known a man like Michael. No matter how bad a day he was having, he NEVER let it show. May GOD be with his family and friends at this time of loss.

mary scarborough

March 23, 2008

my prays and thougths are with you i know michael from coming in the resturant where i work to eat very nice and polite young man i know what you are going thru god will help you thru this time god bless

Windell & Sandra Teague

March 23, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tracey Pope

March 23, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with Shirley and Michaels family.

Claudette LaChance

March 23, 2008

Dear Shirley , My deepest sympathy to you and your family, although I had never met Michael I had heard how good of a man, husband and father he was. Please be assured that the Lord is with you and that Michael will be watching over all of you.
love
Aunt Claudette

Tracy Ackroyd

March 23, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Mike when he worked for Dundee. He was a nice guy. May God give you strength and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

s waldrop

March 23, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Marilyn pope

March 23, 2008

My deepest sympathies to Shirley and all of Mike's family. Blessings to
all

Rev. Mike Jones

March 23, 2008

Please be assured of our prayers and sympathy during this very difficult time. We have been praying for Mike for months and know how he struggled. This is a dark and trying time and we will continue to remember all of your family in our prayers. God's peace.

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