Ronald Dean Dixon

Ronald Dean Dixon, born March 9, 1937, rode off into the sunset January 14, 2018 after more than 80 years on the trail. Ron, an ol' country boy and true friend, kept his word, played when the chores were done, had a place for everything, and knew how to tell a "better" story. Born and raised in Pine Canyon Utah, "Ronnie" was the oldest of Bill and Donna's six children where family life was centered on faith, hearty food, and endless debates over the merits of Fords vs Chevys. He became an avid outdoorsman hunting, fishing and riding his beloved horses. He excelled in athletics playing many sports in school and beyond. He was noted for his blazing fast ball in fast pitch softball which he played into his forties. He met and fell in love with his eternal sweetheart, (Helena) Gay Stevens at Tooele High School. They married April 20, 1956 in the Salt Lake Temple. They were blessed with 61 years together before her death in 2017. Together they raised 5 children, Kevin and Kelly (deceased), Jim (Lindsey), Melyn (Shane) and Gordon (Brenda) and were the ultimate grandparents to 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Ron's perfectionism served him well as a machinist and quality engineer for over 41 years at L3. He was an unfailing home teacher and his favorite calling was as a counselor to Bishop Wayne Watts. Amid the pride of his Western mentality, he leaves his family and friends a legacy of love and service to try to emulate. We wish him happy trails. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 17, 2018, 11:00 am at the Harvest Park Ward 3671 South Oldham Street (4180 West). Viewings will be held Tuesday, January 16th from 6-8:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and prior to the services at the church from 10-10:45 a.m. Internment, Valley View Memorial Park. Place of Birth:Tooele, UtahPlace of Death:South Jordan, Utah