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THOMAS DIXON Obituary


THOMAS DIXON JR. (Age 81)  
On Friday, November 11, 2016, Thomas "Tom" Dixon Jr. of Bowie, Maryland departed this life for his eternal home. Tom is survived by his devoted wife, Shirley; children, Deidre and Rodney; sister, Mildred Hicks (Florida); and a host of relatives and friends. Services will be held Friday, November 18 at Reid Temple AME Church, 11400 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale, MD. The viewing will begin at 9:30 a.m. with a service to follow at 11 a.m. Interment at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your favorite charity. Please view and sign the family's guestbook at: www.beallfuneral.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 16, 2016.

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Arcelia Patterson Gates

November 18, 2016

My sincere condolences to Mrs. Dixon and the family. Mr. Dixon was such an inspiration to all that knew him. He was someone who could always lift your spirits with joy and grace, making the world we live in a better and happier place. May you find comfort in all the memories you shared and peace in knowing that you will be united again .

Jeunine Edmonds

November 18, 2016

Mr. Dixon will be truly missed. He not only was my supervisor, he was my friend. God bless.

Lucy Marr

November 17, 2016

Thomas (Tom) was my neighbor in Paradise Acres.
He will always be remembered for his pleasant smile.Just a few words with him and you were smiling also.

Diane Rodwell

November 17, 2016

Mr. Dixon was my supervisor for several years, but he was also a FRIEND. He was a very special person. He will be greatly missed.

LEWIS HARRISON

November 16, 2016

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

November 16, 2016

Please accept my sincere condolences. May God's holy spirit, or active force, equip you with power beyond what is normal to go from one day to the next. (2 Corinthians 4:7) Remember: God can help his faithful servants to endure any and every problem they may face.

Morgan Tabb

November 16, 2016

Thomas and I first met at Kenner Army Hospital at Ft Lee Va. One of the nicest people I have ever met.

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