"OMG, its been so many years, Alan Dix, so many years ago, when your good grand parents The Kendalls @1329 N. sixth,and you and the family would come visit and we knew each other from High School, my heart goes out to you and your family. My mother who even knew your mother Kay. I last saw your father and Carol when I was at the Pier in 1996. so many good old memories. My mother still doing great at 92 lives in the same home, gives her prayers for you too in the death of Carol. I just loved talking to your dad, a great guy and funny too. so many good memories and good people I knew. God Bless you all. Paul"
In loving memory of
Carol Sue Dix
February 3, 2014
Carol Sue Dix, age 78, of 1223 S. 22nd St., Quincy, died Monday, February 3, 2014, at 11:38 pm in Blessing Hospital.
Carol was born October 1, 1935 in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Raymond A. and Margaret Bisser Bergmann. On June 14, 1958 she married Donald E. Wells. He preceded her in death on September 21, 1965. On December 4, 1968 she married Richard E. Dix in Trinity United Church of Christ. He preceded her in death on October 29, 2008.
Carol was a 1953 graduate of Quincy High School. She worked for Moorman Manufacturing from 1953 - 1961. She then became secretary for Dix Machine and Electric Company until she retired in 1976.
Carol was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. She enjoyed going out to dinner with her women's club. She loved to attend Blue Devil Basketball games and always looked forward to family get together's and being with her grandchildren.
Survivors include: 6 children; Deborah Dix of Roseville, CA, Alan (Deb Richards) Dix of Washington, IL, David R. (Ceil) Dix of Quincy, Barbara (Paul) Kirchgasler of Bloomington, IL, David A. (Wanda) Dix of Quincy, and Dennis Dix of Quincy, 9 grandchildren; Heather, Holly, Elizabeth and Gwen Dix all of Quincy, Amanda Sheldon of Washington, DC, Emily, Katherine and Andrew Sheldon all of Roseville, CA, Bradley Dix of Murfreesboro, TN, 5 step grandchildren; Aimee Terhark of Washington, IL, Nicholas (Kandice) Dix of Greeley, CO, Alex (Rachel) Dix of Peoria, IL, Rachel and Bret Kirchgasler of Minneapolis, MN, several great grandchildren; a brother; Grant A. (Ginny) Bergmann of Denton, TX, 2 nieces; Heather (Andrew) Smith of Plano, TX, and Andrea (Doug) Klokow of Rogers, AR.
In addition to her husbands, Carol was preceded in death by her parents.
Services: 10:00 am Friday, February 7, 2014 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Rev. Timothy A. White officiating.
Burial: Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois.
Visitation: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thursday February 6, 2014 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Memorials: Trinity United Church of Christ, Mississippi Valley Council of Boy Scouts, Camp Callahan or Donor's Choice.
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"Ron and I want you to know we are thinking about you all and praying for comfort and strength during this difficult time. I had talked to your Mom a couple of months ago. You know, at one time, she was my Sunday school teacher and became my favorite. I'm sorry we can't be with you at this time as we are going to Omaha to our oldest Grandson's birthday. But we will sure be thinking of you."
"My Deepest Sympathy to the entire family. Dave was my neighbor for quite a few years and we were good friends. Many prayers for you all."
"My sincere sympathy and thoughts to Carol's family. I met Carol through the Meet n' Eat group and enjoyed being with her very much. She was the true definition of "a lady.""
"Sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady. Loved her pies. Our sympathy is with you all."
"Dear Family, While we can't be with you, know that you and Carol are in our hearts and our thoughts. We will miss her dearly, and hope that you will find comfort in the love she gave to all of us. Andy Hughes"
"My husband Fred and I wish to extend to the family our sympathy and prayers. I met Carol at the Palmyra FSA office and always enjoyed it when she came in with her sons. I will miss her."