In Remembrance Of
Robert L. Dix
Robert Leo Dix, 82, of Kansas City, MO passed away October 26, 2018.
He was born on April 16, 1936 to Leo M. and Delores M. (Hefel) Dix in Dubuque, IA, the oldest of eighteen children. He graduated from Loras Academy in Dubuque. Bob served his country in the United States Airforce from 1954-1957.
On December 15, 1957 he was united in marriage to Carlene Rae Morton. She preceded him in death on November 9, 2009.
Bob worked for North Central Airlines in Chicago, IL, Wausau, WI, Muskegon, MI and Kansas City, MO. He continued working for Republic Airlines and retired from Northwest Airlines both in Kansas City. Working for the airlines gave Bob and Carlene the opportunity to travel the world. Their travels included Japan, Australia, Hawaii, Alaska, Mexico, Ireland, Europe, Canada, Jamaica, China and Switzerland. After Bob’s retirement, they built their dream house at Table Rock Lake.
He enjoyed fishing, traveling with friends, and most of all spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends.
Bob was also preceded in death by his parents, sisters Mary Dix and Dorothy Koltes; brothers Sgt. Daryl Dix and Richard “Pup” Dix, and brother-in-law Art Freihoefer.
He is survived by three children Keith Dix and wife Debbie, Marcia Morris and husband Mark and Debbie Egan and husband Bill; grandchildren Brendan (Amber) Egan, Marshall Morris, Nolan Egan, Kyle Derringer, Matthew (Carmaline) Morris and Melissa Morris; great-grandchildren Maysie, Lillian, Celia, Waylon, Finnley and Willa; sisters Patsy Freihoefer, Joyce (Bob) Hammel, Jeanette (Dean) Rampson, Linda (Dick) Firzlaff, Barbara (Lester) Cummer, Judy Dix, Shirley Dix Youngblut, Marilyn Dix, Carol (Joe) Powers and Cheryl (Chuck) Noel; brothers Ronald Dix, Bill (Patti) Dix and Alan (Sue) Dix; sister-in-law Pat Dix; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Rosary 1:00 p.m. with visitation following until 2:30 p.m. Mass at 2:30 p.m. all Wednesday, October 31st at Holy Ghost Church, 2921 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001.
Inurnment with Military Honors: 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 9th at Missouri State Veteran Cemetery, Springfield, MO
In lieu of flowers donations may be made the the American Alzheimer’s Association
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower, MO
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Bob and Jan McFadden
To the family of Bob Dix; we send our deepest sympathies. We so enjoyed spending time with Bob and our travels
together. Our favorite memory of Bob is him dancing at Keith and Debbie’s wedding. May God be with all of you during this time.
Jason & Felicia Metivier
We are so sorry for your loss. He was our neighbor at Table Rock Lake and spent many hours visiting with us. Unfortunately, we did not get to spend time with him in the last couple of years but he holds a special place in our hearts.
Joe Neustadt
Bob, you will be missed very much. Thank you for the time we shared and the wonderful stories you enlighten me about your family. God bless you and all your family.
Joe Neustadt
Bob, you will be missed very much. Thank you for the time we shared and the great stories you enlighten me with about your family. God bless you Bob and all your family.
Sandy Koltes Barth
My deepest sympathy to the Dix family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin McFarland Family
Please know that our most sincere thoughts and prayers of peace are with you all at this time. May your father rest in peace…Love from all
Jeanne Hefel Zabout
May Bob Rest In Peace with his wife. He had an amazing life and beautiful family. May your memories be a comfort.
Marilyn Dix
Rest In Peace brother. Until we meet again.
Barb Cummer
Sympathy to Keith, Marsha, and Debbie and their families
Lester and Barb Cummer
Sympathy
Bill and Ann mayne
Very sorry to the Dix family for your loss. God bless you all.
Steve and Sandy Koltes
Our sympathies to the Dix family
Sharon Schilling (Koltes)
Sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with your Dad, he was a good hearted Uncle. I’ve found it’s so hard to loose a parent, there always seems to be one more thing you would like to ask or say. I know he has left you all with some great memories.
You have my sincere sympathy, Sharon
Larry and Connie Benton
Bob was a great friend. We truly enjoyed him as a neighbor when he lived in Briarcliff. Our thought and prayers are with all the family.
Robert Castleberry
Proud to have served in the Air Force with Airman Dix. A great friend. I will miss him.