Edward Spencer Dixon
March 23, 1939 ~ August 21, 2006
Resided in:
Bitlmore Forest, NC
Biltmore Forest, NC ~ On August 21, 2006, Eddie Dixon, a contractor and local businessman, succumbed to cancer at the John F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville, NC.
Eddie was born March 23, 1939 in Asheville to the late Mary Mulvaney and A.S. Dixon. He was also preceded in death by his brother, John Dixon and by his beloved daughter, Elizabeth Barrett Dixon.
Eddie attended Asheville City Schools and graduated from St. Francis School for Boys in Asheville. He received a B.S. degree in business administration from Western Carolina University.
Eddie was a veteran, having served four years in the United States Air Force. He won the distinguished honor of being named the ?Airman of the Month? on several occasions for his 4th A & E Squadron, the 4th Fighter Tactical Wing and the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. He was a finalist for the ?Airman of the Year? for the entire United States Air Force.
As president and CEO of the Bonitz Company of Carolina-Tennessee, Eddie performed work in seven states and Washington, DC. He was a member of the Association of General Contractors, the Basilica of St. Lawrence, DM, the Biltmore Forest Country Club and the Fripp Island Beach Club.
Eddie is survived by his wife of 48 years, Nancy Morton Dixon and daughter Angela Dalton Wilson and her husband Wayne. He was known as ?Little Papa? to his grandchildren, Spenser James Dalton, Connor Franklin Dalton, Erin Elizabeth Wilson, Ian Clayton Wilson, Patrick Hayden Wilson and Conor McKinley Wilson. Other survivors are Keith Morton and his wife Nancy, Roy Morton and his wife Mary Ruth, William Carver and several nieces and nephews.
The highlights of Eddie?s life were his family and his work. His unconditional love and stewardship towards others will be sustained in the memory of all who knew him. His favorite past times were watching his grandsons play sports, Clemson football, golf and time spent on Fripp Island, SC.
A funeral mass will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday at the Basilica of St. Lawrence on Haywood Street. Interment will follow at Lewis Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7:00-8:30 PM on Wednesday at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Buncombe County School Foundation, 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806 for the ?Elizabeth Barrett Dixon Memorial Scholarship Fund of TC Roberson High School?.
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Dear Angie ,
May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Your Dad was truly a great man. His service to our country and to our community will leave a lasting legacy for you to be proud of. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your friend,
Carolyn T. Dunlap
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To the Dixon Family:
I’m sorry that I was unable to attend Eddie’s Funeral. My wife was being operated on for breast cancer Wednesday afternoon. I brought her home late Wednesday night and I had to stay with her today; please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have very fond memories of the Dixon family. May God in his infinite wisdom sustain all of you in the days ahead.
Dear Angie and Nancy-
So sorry that I could not be there for the service today. I am thinking of you all and praying for strength and peace for you both. As I saw Eddie’s picture I had the funniest memory of all of us- girls and parents- at Corbins during Salem graduation– seems like a million years ago, but just yesterday!
Love to Wayne and all the gang-
Beverly
Nancy,
I was sorry to learn about Eddie’s death. I had not kept up with you in more recent years but have such fond memories of you and your family when you were teaching and you and I would talk. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon (Winchester) Verdú
To the Dixon family:
I was saddened to learn of the passing of Eddie. My thoughts and prayers have been with you and the entire family. Eddie was a great man and I thoroughly enjoyed our relationship over the past several years. Please except my deepest sympathy for your loss. May your family know that Carol, the kids and I will continue to pray for Ms. Dixon, Ms. Angie, Spencer & Connor every night.
Deepest sympathy,
Bob
Dear Dixon family,
It saddens me to hear about Mr. Dixon. Though I have only known him through Zoe’s care I felt as if I were part of his extended family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Always Kim
Spenser and Connor,
I am so sorry to hear that Little Papa has gone to heaven. He was a fun guy. He loved you both so much. It’s very sad but you will always have good memories of Little Papa.
I’ll keep you in my prayers.
Cousin Jenny
Dear Angie and family
Joe and I learned with great sadness that you Daddy died last week. We send our love and sympathy. Please, share our feelings with your mom. Love, Shannon Ward
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
You were a special friend to me and a great God-Father to both of my girls, Elizabeth and Sarah Muray. You will be missed by all of us.
May GOD be with the family during this time of bereavement.Eddie will surely be missed by everyone.I am sure glad I was able to meet him and become involved in the lives of his grandsons. Eddie was fun to be around at the ballgames and at the Huddle House.GOD bless everyone associated with Eddie.May heaven smile upon you. My condolences,Eric Foster
i was so sadden to hear the passing of eddie. i dealt with him on many occasions. he bought from the company i work for insulation systems inc. he was always just such a pleasant man. i will miss his voice.
Nancy,Angie and the children,
I am so sorry to hear about Eddie(Little Papa). He was such a great person. I always enjoyed being around him. Know that our family keeps you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jenny Hix
NANCY I AM SO SORRY
I LOVE YOU AND I LOVED EDDIE
I HOPE YOU FIND PEACE KNOWING THAT
EDDIE LOVED HIS FAMILY SO MUCH. HE WAS A KIND GENTLE AND CARING MAN
HE WILL BE MISSED
GOLF SHOP SHEILA
Nancy and Angie,
My prayers go out to both of you! Eddie was always nice to me. He was so proud of what Nancy was doing, as well as, Angie as a teacher and a mother! Nancy, when I came to your house to make lesson plans, Eddie wanted to make sure we were comfortable! Please know that I care about you. May God bless you and keep you close.
Hugs,
Debbie
Nancy and Family,
So sorry to hear of Eddies passing. I so enjoyed taking care of him at Asheville Hematology. He kept his positive attitude while he was so ill. He made my task of caring for him easier through our uplifting chats. Nancy you were always there by his side cheering him on. He is at peace now with our Heavenly Father, no sickness now. My life was made richer just by getting to know him. My heartfelt sympathy to each of you.
A group hug for all.
Angela Sexton
Dear Nancy, Angie, Spenser and Connor,
We are saddened to hear about Little Papa. We all were fond of him and have such good memories of Thanksgivings spent together. May God strengthen and comfort each of you during this difficult time. Your entire family is in our thoughts, prayers and hearts.
With our love and deepest sympathy,
Brad, Mel, Daniel, Jay and Stephanie
Our deepest sympathies to the family.
~Polly Kiser
Ann Kiser Fagan
Dearest Nancy, Angie and grandchildren…
My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. Eddie was a remarkable man and I feel honored to have known him.
Keep his memory close and he will forever be with you.
Love you all
Charlene, Philip & Grayson Franz
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends at this time. May God Bless and Keep You.
Angie,
We are truly sorry to hear this news. Your father was a wonderful man who we will miss.
Very truly yours,
Ann & Greg
Dear Angie,
I am sad to hear of your Dad’s passing. That was a great picture of Eddie, chosen for this memorial, as it reminds me of his kind spirit.
Please give my condolences to your mother, and the rest of your family.
I’m thinking of you all, and pray you find God’s peace.
Becky,
Caroline and Bryan