Dixie Kenney was called to the Lord’s House on October 20, 2012. She was born December 4, 1930 in Sheperd Mt. where her parents, Robert & Bonnie (Rogers) Ross resided. She joined her older sister, Dorothy and brother Jim then later her other siblings, Patsy, Rocky, Mary Jo, and Ginger were united with the family.
In 1949 she married George Haines and from this union they had one daughter Vickie. On January 26, 1986 she was united in marriage to Dennis Kenney.
Dixie loved her yard and was an avid gardener with the love of her life, Dennis by her side. She spent countless hours crocheting rag rugs, embroidering and baking.
She was voted as the Cookie Lady or Jerky maker. Dixie always had a pot of coffee on and something home baked to munch on. Christmas was her favorite time. She loved to bake and give. Her husband Dennis, of 27 years, would hunt geese and she would make goose jerky. Baked goods and jerky were given to all that wished.
Dixie was mostly a stay at home mom, but she did work at the Locker plant, Country Club and Jim Cope’s supper club. In her earlier days she belonged to the Howard Homemakers, was a 4H leader for many years and bowled on a bowling team.
She is survived by her husband, Dennis, daughter Vickie (Dennis) Krause of Forsyth, two sisters, Dorothy Tallent of Forsyth and Mary Jo Younglund of Broadus, two grandsons, Donald Smith (Tina) of Butler, KY, and Monty Smith (Jessi) of Orfino, ID, three Great Grandchildren, Zane Webb, and Desirae Smith & Ian Smith. One Great Great Grandson Jordan Cooper, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Dixie is preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Rocky, Ginger, Jim and Patsy and a sister-in-law Betsy Ross.
Memorials can be sent in Dixie’s name to the Baptist Fellowship Hall, Rosebud Foundation, or the Charity of choice.
Visitation will be Wednesday October 24, 2012 from 9:00am to 6:00pm at the Chapel of Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth.
Family to Receive friends will be Wednesday October 24, 2012 from 4:00 to 6:00pm at the Chapel of Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth.
Funeral Services will be Thursday October 25, 2012 at 2:00pm at the Chapel of Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth.
Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Sons of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday October 25, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Sons of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday October 25, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Lori Reierson says
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Wife. She will be missed.
Cathy Byron says
I was stunned to hear of Dixie’s passing. We’ve lost a special person. My heart is with her sibilngs, with Dennis, and with all her family. She was a gem.
Virgil & Waneeta Farris says
Dennis, Vickie, Dorothy, Mary Jo, So sorry to hear about the loss of Dixie….. wife, mother and sister. Having grown up as neighbors down the road, I have known Dixie my entire life. She will be missed. My prayers are with you all.
Breezy Leary-Grba says
To all of Dixie’s family, Dennis, Vickie, Dorothy, Mary Jo. I am saddened to hear of her passing. I so enjoyed Dixie, her wonderful smile, and her laugh and chuckle. She would visit my Mom and the times when I came back during the fair and would sit and talk with her, she always had time to visit. For a short time I did her hair at the beauty shop, and it was a joy when she came in. I got to know all the Ross girls and love them all.
TJ Cape says
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. I will always remember Dixie & her best hamburgers at the fair! They were the main attraction.
TJ Gillin Cape
Larry and Pam Hill says
Sorry to hear about Dixie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family
Marge Francis says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Many fond memories of growing up together.
Jack & Julia Ferguson says
our thoughts and prayers are with you all. your mother, grandmother and wife will be missed
Earl & Alicia Brewer says
We were so sad to hear of Dixie’s passing. We have sweet memories of her kindness and friendliness.
Peggy and Earl says
To Dixie’s family,
Earl joins me in sending heartfelt condolences to you in the passing of your beloved Dixie. May it help knowing others care, and are thinking of, and praying for you at this difficult time. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and our community.
Sonja Crocker says
So sorry…prayers for each of you. May our Lord give you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Carol Ferguson Moore says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Dixie will be missed in the community and at family gatherings. She always a good cook and woul help out whenever needed. So sorry.
Linda Wilson says
Dennis and Family
Dee and I didn’t know Dixie very well but since I lost Dee in July I know what your loss is. May GOD help you though this difficult time.
GOD Bless
Jennifer Ferguson Johnson says
Sorry to hear about Dixie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff Bendewald and family says
So sorry to hear of your loss. I can remember Dixie from when I was a very small boy growing up at Evergreen Lanes in Forsyth where Dixie was a very regular visitor. She always had something nice to say to me and let me know I was appreciated and I always knew the teasing was good natured and she was one of my fan club when I was just a kid competing in the annual bowling tournaments.
I will miss you Dixie.
Larry and Sue Trickel says
We were saddened to hear of Dixie’s death. She and Dennis were such a good support to us when we lived in Forsyth. We cherish the memories we have of her.
Larry and Sue Trickel
Judy Fleming says
Dennis and Family
Was so sorry to hear about Dixie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know Dixie will be missed by all who knew her.
CALLIE CLARK says
Our thoughts and prays go out to you and your family. She will be dearly missed.
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences to all of Dixie’s family.
Debbie Anderson says
Vickie,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. I remember you talking about her all the time and I know you spent a lot of time with her. I feel blessed to have one of her rugs that I purchased at the Craft Fair one year and I will cherish it. Your mom & Dennis have always been very sweet people and I know she will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bethany McAuley says
Dennis,
I am so sorry to hear of Dixie’s passing. I will always have wonderful memories to reflect on and I hope you are able to find solace in knowing she is in a better place now. From dinners at the golf course to visiting at the house, I could always count on Dixie to bring a smile to my face. You are in my thoughts.
Kielyn Anderson says
Dennis-
I was so surprised and saddened to hear of Dixie’s passing. She was a sweetheart, and always made my visits to see Gramma Wolf more fun. I will miss her!
Kielyn
Ronda Wilhelm says
Vicki
Sorry to hear of your loss of your mom. She was a very special lady that will greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and your family
Laura Wetherelt says
Dennis, Vicki and family,
I am saddened to hear of Dixie’s passing. I know you will miss her, as will all who knew her. She was always had a sense of humor and made others laugh. And her cookies! Always cooking or canning or baking. Know that we are thinking of you and keeping you in prayer.
Vonda Sundt says
So sorry to hear of your loss. We actually just found out today, so apologize for not sending condolences sooner. Thoughts and prayers to Dennis, Vickie and the entire family. God bless!
Belinda Campbell says
When I think of Dixie, I can’t help but smile. One of my best memories in Forsyth is of Dixie making a homemade german chocolate cake for mine and brother Jack’s birthday. Dennis and family, you are in my prayers.