Roderick Dale “Rod” Dixon, 79, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Rod served in the United States Army for 8 years and was a graduate of Gupton-Jones School of Funeral Service. He went on to have a long career as a funeral director, having retired after 30 years as co-owner of Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home. He was also a member of Callahan Lodge #32 F&AM, Scottish Rite, Morocco Shrine Temple and Elks Lodge #221. Survivors include his companion of 22 years, Rosemary Hines and many other loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held in the chapel of Evergreen Cemetery and Funeral Home, 4535 N. Main Street, at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 1, with Pastor Terry Gore officiating. Interment will follow at the cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the chapel.
In lieu of flowers, Rod had requested memorials be made to the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch, P.O. 2000, Live Oak, FL 32064 or at their web address: fsyr@youthranches.org.
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May the Peace of Our Lord by the Rosemary and the many friends of Rod Dixon at this sad time.
Rod, was always a great example to me. I have always held him in the highest regards as a person and as a funeral director. I valued knowing him. Prayers of comfort for Rosemary and all his family and friends.
So sorry that I got the death notice too late to attend the service. Even back to our college days at Gupton-Jones in Atlanta, I enjoyed my time with Rod. We ran into each other many times over the years, such as our trip to the farm in Batesville, Ind. Rod was a fun guy to be around, and I’m sorry that he is gone so soon. I didn’t realize that he was 79. He has me by 9 years, Take care Rosmary, and I’ll call you to check up.
God Bless !
Goodbye Rod. I’m sorry I didn’t know about this sooner. Love you! Sam
I’m saddened to just now learn of Rods passing. I wish we were able to talk more before he passed.
I’m saddened to just learn of Rod’s passing. I wish we would have been able to talk more before you left us.
Just heard of Rods passing from Rosemary. So sorry for the families loss. Prayers to all
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