Jay D. Dixon passed away on March 8, 2020, at the age of 62. He was a devoted servant whose love for his family and friends and belief in God gave him peace during his six-month battle with cancer.

Jay was born April 20, 1957, in Julesburg, Colorado, to Wendell and Bonnie Dixon. He was raised in Big Springs, Nebraska, where he played many sports and was an Eagle Scout. After graduating high school in 1975, Jay moved to Gering, Nebraska, and began working for Scotts Bluff County as a surveyor. Jay knew Cindy for as long as he could remember, and he married the love of his life in 1976. They had two daughters, Sicily and Tess, who he treasured dearly.

Jay later worked for Simons Construction and then as a private contractor with Ballentine Trucking. After one memorable trip to Washington State, he made the decision to move the family all the way to Moses Lake, Washington, in 1989, where he and Cindy would raise their daughters. In 2007, Jay and Cindy moved to Richland, Washington, to be closer to their grandchildren. Jay was a proud Papa to three grandchildren and enjoyed watching them play sports and participate in 4-H activities. He also loved taking them shopping, fishing, and camping. While in Richland, Jay joined Richland Lutheran Church and found his faith in God.

Jay had a strong work ethic and took great pride in each job. He worked for several employers after moving to Washington, including Simplot, North Central Construction, IMCO General Construction, Yakima County, Richland Lutheran Church, Central Washington Asphalt, and Total Site Services. Through those jobs, Jay developed many close friendships that lasted the remainder of his life.

Jay was more than just a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a kind and selfless man who often spent his spare time helping others. Jay had a passion for giving to the undeserved and volunteered at the Richland Lutheran Church Food Pantry. Jay enjoyed the simple things in life. He did not have a hobby, unless you consider feeding the birds and cleaning the garage to be hobbies. Jay’s passing has left a hole in our lives that cannot be filled. His family hopes the love, kindness, and generosity he demonstrated throughout his life will be a lesson to all he knew.

Jay is survived by his wife, Cindy; his daughters, Sicily (Micah) and Tess (Andy); grandchildren, Sam, Jaylyn, and Ione; brothers, Jerome (Judy), Jerry, and Jack (Julie); brother-in-law, Randy (Connie); mother, Bonnie; his loyal dog, Pepper; his grand dogs; and many family members and friends.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 13, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Richland Lutheran Church, located at 901 Van Giesen Street, Richland, Washington, 99354. A reception will immediately follow at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Richland Lutheran Church Food Pantry and Lutheran World Relief.

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