In Memory Of
Darlene Sophia Dixon
1945
2023
Darlene Sophia Dixon
August 16, 1945 — February 15, 2023
Darlene S. Dixon, age 77, a longtime resident of Toledo, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. She was born August 16, 1945 in Toledo. Her parents were Harold and Bernice (Miller) Langham. Darlene graduated from Whitmer High School, Class of 1963. She married shortly after graduation and began her family, welcoming her daughter and son. Many years later, Darlene adopted her precious dog, "Babe" from her son John. It was this dog that her kids often joked was her 3rd favorite child, spoiling him with ice-cream, burgers and weekend car trips.
Darlene was employed with Jeep Chrysler, retiring after many years of service. She was also a server for a couple area restaurants for several years.
Darlene was one of 7 children, growing up with an identical twin sister. She and Diana, her twin, grew up experiencing many of the same mannerisms, favorite foods and fashion sense. As adults, they continued all those same experiences, as well as finishing each other's sentences during conversations.
In her later years, Darlene enjoyed playing games like Yahtzee, Scrabble and Gin Rummy. When it came to a little friendly competition, she always played to win! When Darlene couldn't go out to visit family and friends, she made it a point to stay in touch over the phone.
Family was important to her, so spending time with her children, grandchildren and siblings were always times she treasured, especially during the holidays and special occasions. She had a generous heart for those in need and would often willingly lend others a shoulder to lean on, a few dollars to make ends meet and even her home when they needed shelter.
Darlene liked to travel, visiting many favorite areas throughout the US from California to New York and many states in between. Some of her favorite memories were trips to the Smokey Mountains. She also enjoyed going to Bluegrass festivals enjoying the music and scenery with her sisters, Patricia and Diana and other family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Darlene was also preceded in death by her sisters, Marilyn and Judy. She is survived by her loving children, Jeanne (Michael) Kobylski and John Dixon; beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren; her siblings: Patricia, Diana, Wayne and Sherry.
A Celebration of Life service will begin at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Hankinson Great Room, 29530 White Rd, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. A reception hosted by Darlene's family at the Nature Preserve will follow the service continuing until 4:00 pm. Please come and share a memory or story to let the family know how Darlene touched your life.
In Darlene's memory, the Dixon and Kobylski Families would like to ask each of you to spend time with your family and friends creating meaningful memories. Whether it's an enjoyable meal, an outing or even a quiet visit with those who are important to you, let them know how they've touched your life or made you smile. Show others how important they are to you and treasure the memories you have.
To leave a special message or memory for the Darlene's Family, please visit www.NewcomerToledo.com
Darlene was employed with Jeep Chrysler, retiring after many years of service. She was also a server for a couple area restaurants for several years.
Darlene was one of 7 children, growing up with an identical twin sister. She and Diana, her twin, grew up experiencing many of the same mannerisms, favorite foods and fashion sense. As adults, they continued all those same experiences, as well as finishing each other's sentences during conversations.
In her later years, Darlene enjoyed playing games like Yahtzee, Scrabble and Gin Rummy. When it came to a little friendly competition, she always played to win! When Darlene couldn't go out to visit family and friends, she made it a point to stay in touch over the phone.
Family was important to her, so spending time with her children, grandchildren and siblings were always times she treasured, especially during the holidays and special occasions. She had a generous heart for those in need and would often willingly lend others a shoulder to lean on, a few dollars to make ends meet and even her home when they needed shelter.
Darlene liked to travel, visiting many favorite areas throughout the US from California to New York and many states in between. Some of her favorite memories were trips to the Smokey Mountains. She also enjoyed going to Bluegrass festivals enjoying the music and scenery with her sisters, Patricia and Diana and other family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Darlene was also preceded in death by her sisters, Marilyn and Judy. She is survived by her loving children, Jeanne (Michael) Kobylski and John Dixon; beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren; her siblings: Patricia, Diana, Wayne and Sherry.
A Celebration of Life service will begin at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Hankinson Great Room, 29530 White Rd, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. A reception hosted by Darlene's family at the Nature Preserve will follow the service continuing until 4:00 pm. Please come and share a memory or story to let the family know how Darlene touched your life.
In Darlene's memory, the Dixon and Kobylski Families would like to ask each of you to spend time with your family and friends creating meaningful memories. Whether it's an enjoyable meal, an outing or even a quiet visit with those who are important to you, let them know how they've touched your life or made you smile. Show others how important they are to you and treasure the memories you have.
To leave a special message or memory for the Darlene's Family, please visit www.NewcomerToledo.com
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