James Thomas Dixon

As of June 3, 2021, James Thomas Dixon “Tommy” or “Jim” was absent from the body and present with the Lord. He was born October 21, 1937, in Oklahoma City and was pre-deceased by his parents Estella Jane (Sandy) and John Neal Dixon.

After serving in the U.S. Navy, Jim was graduated cum laude from Central State College (UCO). Jim enjoyed all music and sang in many choirs and quartets and was a soloist. Jim was an ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) and was chairman of the planning committee for the Oklahoma Conference on Reformed Theology.

After 25 years with Ryder Truck Rental, retiring as Senior Vice President, Jim served 20 years as President of Dura-Kold Corporation. He accepted many leadership roles in civic organizations, including Chairman of the Board of two, Goodwill Industries in Oklahoma City and Junior Achievement in Miami, FL.

Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years, Susan (Maurer), two sons and their wives: Drew and Kelly, Kyle and Juliana; and grandchildren: Brant, Will, Jay and wife Meta Katherine, Ty, Tim, and Olivia. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ida Marie Gable.

Memorial donations may be made to Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, PO Box 690, Taylors, SC 29687. A memorial service will be held on June 19th, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Heritage Presbyterian Church, 14500 N. Western Ave, Edmond, Oklahoma 73013. To share memories or condolences visit www.ChapelHill-OKC.com