Obituary of John Keith Dixon

1953 - 2012

John Keith Dixon passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2012 with his wife Marian and daughter Julie by his side in Cranbrook, British Columbia.

John was born February 24, 1953 in Cranbrook to Beverley Jean Ellis and Keith Talbot Dixon. John was a true "Cranbrookite" in that he spent all his life here. John spent his childhood playing hockey and his summers at Kootenay Lake at his grandparents' home. John and Marian were fortunate enough to purchase a piece of property on the lake and with the help of friend Ray and son Paul built their second home. He and Marian spent a lot of time there with his "boys".

John's career as an auto mechanic started at Don's Gulf Service and continued with his current business of Dixon's Service Centre. John also spent many hours at the Kimberley Ski Hill when his children were involved with the North Star Racers. This was an exciting and busy time for the family and John was a dedicated volunteer.

John's love of hockey continued with his support of the Kootenay Ice in which he and Marian had been season ticket holders of from the beginning.

John is survived by his wife Marian of 39 years; 2 sons Keith and Paul; daughter Julie (Matthew) Lynch, grandsons Logan and Avery "his boys", brothers-in-law Clark and his daughter Jessalynne; and Cameron Purvis and his daughter Katherine, and his sons Cameron and Murray; and his uncle Gerry Dixon.

The family also wants to acknowledge John's second family, his co-workers and friends, who have been a tremendous support over the last year.

John was predeceased by his sister Jeri Ann and parents Beverley and Keith Dixon.

A memorial service for John will be held on Friday, November 16, 2012 at 11:00 am in the Cranbrook Alliance Church. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health,13 - 24th Ave North, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 3H9.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com