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Richard Dixon Obituary

Dixon, Richard E. (Ret. C.P.D.) Age 72. U.S. Army Veteran. Beloved husband for 49 years to Elizabeth "Liz" (nee Slater); loving father of Laura (Stephen) Price, Heather Knade and Catherine "Kate" Dixon; proud grandfather of Zack, Stephanie and Adam; dear brother of James Dixon; loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Rich was a treasured friend to many. Family and friends will gather Saturday, January 3, 2015 at Queen of Martyrs Church (103rd & Central Park) for Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. at The Brady-Gill Funeral Home, 16600 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park. Past President of UGSOA Union Local #79. Friend of Bill W. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 appreciated. 708-614-9900 or www.bradygill.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 31, 2014.

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~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

January 5, 2015

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Richard will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 11 JAN, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

Jim Gorman

January 5, 2015

Rich and I had a lot of laughs in the 003 District and later on in rest stations that served ale. Great guy , lots of fun . He and Liz are bookends , GOD BLESS Rich, one of the Good ones. They don't come around that often. Jim Gorman

Katie Ward Gallagher

January 2, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 1, 2015

He'll be in my prayers 1st district partner.
joseph Volpentesta

Ron Fode

December 31, 2014

We offer our sincere sympathy on the loss of Mr. Dixon to the entire family. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Ron and Eileen Fode, Sycamore, IL

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 31, 2014

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. At the request of Sonia Worth, Richard will again be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 11 JAN, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

Mr. and Mrs. Ted Wiszowaty

December 31, 2014

Rich was a Class Act.Very intelligent and a True gentleman.May He Rest in Peace.I was privileged to Have served with Him at The Everett McKinley Dirksen Federal Building.

Cherise

December 31, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss Dixon family. May the peace of God be with you during this difficult time (Philippians 4:7).

PM

December 29, 2014

My condolences to the family and friends. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during their time of sorrow. PSALM 119:76

December 28, 2014

May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts and comfort you during this most difficult time.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 27, 2014

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Richard will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 28 DEC, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

Annette

December 27, 2014

Liz, we are so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. During this time of deep sorrow throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.

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Brady-Gill Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Tinley Park

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Queen of Martyrs Church

103rd & Central Park, IL

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