Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon Obituary in Montgomery at Ross-Clayton Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon

Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon, a resident of Montgomery, AL., passed away January 20, 2024. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, Januuary 30, 2024 at 12:00 noon in Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.

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Dorothy Asberry Dixon embraced life with joy and vigor that belied her 82 years. She was a loving mother, devoted grandmother, sister and friend. A pillar of strength in life’s most challenging moments and a faithful servant of the Lord until the end. She lived her life out loud, and it spoke volumes about the power of love, faith, and commitment. Her loving voice was stilled on January 20, 2024.

Born on May 7, 1941 in Montgomery, Ala., she confessed Christ at a young age at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. Dorothy’s formative years were spent as a student at Booker T. Washington where she attended elementary, junior high, and high school. Her industriousness opened doors of opportunity for her including employment as a clerk with the Alabama Department of Labor (formerly known as the Department of Industrial Relations) where she served with distinction for 25 years before retiring.

Dorothy served as an Inspector with the Montgomery County Election Center. A sister-friend to many, she was a committed member of the Golden Divas II Savings & Birthday Club since 2016. Dorothy was also very active with Loveless Senior Citizens and traveled around the country as well as abroad with the other members.

She was a faithful member of the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church family until her death and made an indelible impact through her service. She currently served on the Public and Community Relations Committee and participated in the Adult Sunday School Class. She had past service to the Trustee Board, the Church Program Committee, the Benevolent Committee, Assistant Crusaders’ Advisor, the Pastor’s Secretary, Senior Alive Program Participant (SAP), and the Cuisine Ministry. She was deeply committed to improving young people and served as the Assistant Youth Director for 23 years. Dorothy was recognized for 50-plus years of dedicated service to Shiloh and was the oldest female member who grew up in the church.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her father Benjamin Dawson, Sr., mother Minnie Lou Asberry Dawson, and brother Lorenzo Douglas Dawson. She leaves an enduring legacy of love, faith and resilience to her children Darin W. Asberry and Valecia R. Asberry, Montgomery, Ala; grandchildren Albert-Christian Graham Evans, Christina Asberry, Montgomery, Ala. and Matthew Asberry, Troy, Ala.; five siblings Benjamin Dawson Jr. (Rita), Florissant, Mo., Curtis Dawson Sr. (Sonia) Montgomery, Ala, Tommy Dawson Sr. (Clotilde) Montgomery, Ala., Theodora C. Banks, South Chesterfield, Va., Theodore C. Dawson (Denise), Stevensville, Md.; two aunts Mattie Lawson, Pittsburg, Pa. and Deloris Dawson, Hampton, Va.; a caring godson, Nathaniel Boykin, III; loving goddaughter, Carol Banks; devoted friend, Etta Evans; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives, friends and members of the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church family.

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Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was sent for Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon - January 29, 2024

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Jan Shirley sent Emerald Garden Basket for Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon - January 29, 2024

With our Deepest Condolences, Mike Shirley & Family and George Gurley & Family

Linda White sent Beautiful Dreams for Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon - January 27, 2024

We're really going to miss Dot.until we meet again go on and have a good time with the family. Love Linda,Jennie and family.

Nancy Asberry sent Heavenly Heights Bouquet for Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon - January 26, 2024

With Love, Nancy, Stina, Matt, and Sara Asberry

Heavenly Heights Bouquet was sent for Ms. Dorothy Asberry Dixon - January 26, 2024

My Tee Dot, I will miss you so much and had the honor to visit you with my babies. You are a part of my life and all my memories of love and food revolve around you in Montgomery. I can not even imagine my cousin's pain with your loss and how you mothered all your siblings, with you love spilling over to your nieces and nephew. Sleep well with the lord. Your niece, Conni.

Sending prayers of peace and strength to the family of Sister Dixon. Lee and Wanda Sanford

"Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted " My sincere condolences to the family. May the Lord surround you with His love and give you peace, the peace that exceeds all understanding. Rev. Dorothy Thomas and Family. 🙏🏽

On behalf of the Williams (Karen Flute Williams, Steven Williams and Wife (LeHong). To my cousins Darin and Valecia your mother will be truly missed.

Dear Valecia and Darrin. I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen you in many, many years but I remember you and your mother well. I will be thinking about and praying for you. Jacqueline Owen, Cleveland, OH

To our friend Benjamin Dawson Jr. and family. We are so sorry to hear that you have loss your beloved sister. "Done with the troubles of the world, gone home to live with God". We know it is difficult to lose a loved one but in due time the pain of this enormous loss will turn into warm memories. May God grant you strength and support as you mourn the loss of Dorothy. Friends from Alabama State University, G. G. and Jacqueline Washington.

There is a time and a season, all of which are controlled by God. Truly sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin Dorothy Dawson. May you find comfort in Luke 4:18, Jesus will mend your broken heart. Praying for you, your cousing Andrea Dianne Foreman

Will always remember her cheerful smile and laugh. Doris Foreman

MATTHEW 5:4. Blessed of those that mourn. They shall be comforted. Our Deepest Sympathy, Prayers and Thoughts. Love Vicki Dawson and Family. Tuscaloosa, Al

You will be surely missed "T-Dot"! Thank you for helping me in my younger days!
Love,
Your nephew "Lil Ben" (Benjamin III & Amy Dawson)

We send our condolences to the family. We pray for your strength and courage during this trying time. We will all miss Dot. Love, Jackie and Jimmy Curtis, Montevallo, AL.

I worked with D0rthy at Dep.OF LABOR,SHE was a sweet and friendly person may she rest in peace.

My deepest sympathy to my Sister Val, my nephew Graham, and family. May the Lord give you comfort and peace and surround you with His love. Matthew 5:4
- Teresa Simmons Connecticut

Auntie dot you will be missed so much . Thank you for always always always checking in on me and my life. Love you forever. Niecey Mel.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to Sister Dixon's family, church family & friends. She was a good supporter in church ministry. I enjoyed knowing her. Her spirit lives in our heart. RIP Annette Knight-Russell

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