James Dixon Obituary

James (Jim) McAnally Dixon, former Baton Rouge resident, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on April 1, 2013 in Austin, Texas. He was born on September 22, 1959 in Reidsville, North Carolina. Jim graduated from Lakeside High School in Atlanta, Georgia and earned a Bachelor's degree in Health Systems from Georgia Tech University in Atlanta, Georgia in 1981 and received his Masters Degree in Business Administration from Louisiana State University in 1991. He was a respected healthcare industry professional serving many years with the Louisiana Hospital Association, Amerinet and the Texas Hospital Association. He was a member of Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), Consortium of Hospital Association Service Enterprises (CHASE), Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), Amerinet Strategic Marketing Affiliates and Association Healthcare Enterprises, among others. An avid golfer, fisherman, sports enthusiast and excellent cook, Jim loved life and lived it to the fullest. Jim was a big man with a big heart and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A loving and devoted husband, father, son and brother, he is survived by his wife of 26 years, Melanie Magee Dixon; their daughters Victoria Reagan Dixon and Grace Randall Dixon; his parents Myrbie and Tom Dixon, Sr.; brother Tom Dixon, Jr. and his wife, Catherine,;nephews, Thomas and Trevor; and nieces, Anna Lynn and Laura. Visitation will be on Thursday, April 4, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 7:00 p.m. at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home/Lake Travis, 411 Ranch Road 620 S., Lakeway, TX. 512-263-1511

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 2 to Apr. 4, 2013.
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Mel, I am so sorry to hear about Jim. You and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim was a wonderful mentor and friend but he was also like a big brother. I will always remember his kindness, laughter, smile, jokes and how his eyes lit up when he brought pictures of you and the girls to the office. I have no doubt that he will be watching over all of you and that we will see him again.

Kathryn "Kay" Asprion-Gisclair

April 12, 2013

Melanie, Victoria and Grace - so sorry to have heard this news only yesterday. I am passing this to our Chi Phi network at Ga Tech tonight.

So sad; way too early.

Sidney and Sue Goode
South Kingstown, RI

April 10, 2013

Melanie, I am so saddened to learn of Jim's sudden passing. I hope that you can find strength in your faith and comfort in your memories. You and your girls are in my prayers. Cathie Oggs (St.Timothy Choir)

April 10, 2013

I was very sorry to learn of the loss of your husband. I hope that your many memories of him will give you some peace. You are in my prayers.

Euna Joseph (St Timothy Choir)

April 10, 2013

Melanie,
I am sorrowed to learn of Jim's passing. I liked and respected him very much. You and the family are in our prayers.

Jim Buckner

April 9, 2013

Melanie -
Chuck and I have you and your girls in our prayers. May God comfort you in your time of loss. Much love. Susan and Chuck Reynolds (St. Timothy Choir)

Susan Reynolds

April 9, 2013

I'm just shocked beyond belief and so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything we can do. Love, George Gelly and Family

George Gelly

April 9, 2013

Melanie,
Your friends in Mandeville, Louisiana are thinking about you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers.

Ron and Shelly Kennedy

April 8, 2013

Melanie: I was informed yesterday about Jim and I want to express my sympathies for you and the girls. I pray The Peace Which Transcends All Understanding upon you and the girls. Lynn and I will be praying for God's comfort for you all during this time.

God Bless you.

Jeff Wylie

April 8, 2013

Melanie and family--We were so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I'm thinking of you and praying for strength and comfort during this difficult time. Ann Wellen (St. Timothy, Mandeville)

April 7, 2013

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Malissa Turner and Anita Bridges(St. Timothy UMC)

April 7, 2013

Melanie, Victoria, and Grace,

We are sorry to hear about Jim. Please know that you in our thoughts and prayers during this heartbreaking time.

Ainsworth Family

April 6, 2013

Dear Melanie, Victoria, and Grace,
Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. We know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cook Family

April 5, 2013

We'll miss ya big guy!

Jim Haupt

April 5, 2013

Melanie, Victoria and Grace. I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Jim professionally for years and considered him a dear friend. He was a good man and loved his family so much. He will be greatly missed. I will miss his stories and laughter. I will pray for your family.

Charlotte Piontek

April 4, 2013

Melanie,

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.

John Wiltenmuth

April 4, 2013

Melaine,
I don't know if you remember me but we went to high school together. I just wanted you to know you are in my prayers. I will be praying for you and your children in the days and weeks ahead. Take care Mary "Hunts" Bachman

Mary Bachman

April 4, 2013

Melanie, you and your family are in our prayers. Jim was a wonderful man.

Dale Viola

April 4, 2013

Melanie,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ken Thrasher

April 4, 2013

My Dear Melanie,
So sorry to hear of your great loss. My prayers are with you, today, and in the days to come. May Jesus keep you strong in all of this.
Anna Blocker Leavitt

April 3, 2013

Melanie,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Judy Bernhardt

April 3, 2013

Melanie-
So sorry to hear about Jim. We are praying for you and the girls.

Daphne Adkins

April 3, 2013

Melanie,
My deepest sympathies to you and your daughters. Jim was such a bright, energetic and fun guy. I really enjoyed working with him at the LHA.He willbe sorely missed by all who were fortunate enough to call him a friend.

Rick and Diane Guevara

April 3, 2013

Love and prayers coming your way.
God blessed you with a lovely man, I pray he will bless you and give you peace. So sorry for your loss.

Jami Steele-Sprankle

April 3, 2013

Mel, Victoria and Grace: I was so sorry to hear the news today of Jim's sudden and unexpected passing. I had to stop a moment to recall that we were friends for almost 30 years as it does not seem that long. Our conversations -- whether over a meal or over the phone -- always included family updates and I will always remember how proud and happy he was when we both shared our latest parent experiences. May you find peace and comfort at this time and know that many friends and colleagues grieve with you and also celebrate a life lived well and a life well lived. Truly a wonderful husband, father, son, family member and friend who will be greatly missed.

Gary Boillotat

April 3, 2013

I am so sorry to hear the sad news. Jim made many important contributions, along with being such a good person. Please know I am sorry for the family.

Bonnie Lewis

April 3, 2013

I am honored to have shared a few rounds of golf with Jim as well as social times. Great guy, great family man, great friend.

Karl Straub

April 3, 2013

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

JoAnn Soto

April 3, 2013

Melanie, Victoria, & Grace...
I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I recruited Jim out of Ga. Tech. in 1981 and have known & worked with him for over 30 years. He was a great friend and I will miss him.

David Dildy

April 3, 2013

Mel, Victoria & Grace. I am so sorry for your lost and my prayers will be you during this time of sorrow. I have great memories working with Jim at LHA. I will always remember his great smile. Wish we had stayed in contact with each other, but I know I will see him in the Lord's Kingdom one day. May God Bless yall now and always.

Love yall,
Tracy & Dickie

Tracy Schaubhut

April 3, 2013

Fond memories will always be with me of my friend, Jim. You left us too early. I appreciate all of the good times we had, Jim.

Gary Muller

April 3, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.

Pat Sowder

April 3, 2013

Mel: Kathy, Shane and I send our love and prayers to you and the girls. So blessed to have had Jim touch my life, so proud to call him a friend. He will be missed.

Steve Smith

April 3, 2013

Melanie, Victoria and Grace our heart goes out to you. We always enjoyed visiting with you and Jim at the various conferences. What a special family you are. May God's love especially surround you at this time . With love from Pat and Liz Murray

Pat and Liz Murray

April 3, 2013

Bob Hardy

April 2, 2013

You know I dont usually get to emotional.....But we lost a good man yesterday in James "Jim" Dixon.....Enjoy the golf and the redfish with the man upstairs!! Love ya man!!

Michael Stewart

April 2, 2013

Jim, you were always a great friend and you will be missed dearly.

John Steckler

April 2, 2013

I only got to see Jim every few years, but when I did it was always a blast. He was good friend on and off the golf course. He'll be dearly missed.

David Rivers

April 2, 2013

Jim,
I will always have great memories of our friendship and will miss your smile when you came up with another fantastic opportunity.
Thanks,
Michael Scott

April 2, 2013

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