BORN

1950

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home

920 Central Ave

Connersville, Indiana

Karen Dragoo Dixon Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 27, 2013.

Connersville, IN

Karen S. Dragoo-Dixon, 62, of Glenwood, died Tuesday morning, March 26, 2013, at Fayette Regional Health Systems, Connersville.

A Franklin County native, Karen was the daughter of Robert Paul, Sr. and Marjorie Sorrell Richardson. She was a 1968 graduate of Eaton High School in Ohio and received a degree in business management from Marquette University in Michigan. Karen was employed as the office coordinator at Fayette Regional Health System Primary Care Center and had worked at Design and Manufacturing Rack Plant for over sixteen years. She was a member of the Orange Christian Church. Karen dearly loved her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with her family. In her leisure time, she liked to travel, read and go shopping.

Karen is survived by her husband: R. Michael Dixon; her daughter and son-in-law: Brandi L. and Brian Johnson of Rushville; her twin grandchildren: Sam and Sarah Johnson; her brothers: Robert Paul Richardson, Jr. of Connersville; Charles Richardson and his wife, Amy of Dayton, Ohio; Thomas Richardson of Connersville; Kenny Richardson Vickers of New Trenton, Ohio; Dwayne Richardson of Connersville; nieces, nephews and many friends.

In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her first husband: James G. Dragoo who died April 6, 1980; and a brother: Rick Allen Richardson.

Funeral services for Karen will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Myers Chapel, Connersville, with Pastor Mike Hedrick of the Orange Christian Church officiating. Interment will follow in Orange Cemetery, Fayette County. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday where memorial contributions may be made to the Fayette County Cancer Society or to the Orange Christian Church. For additional information and to send condolences or memories, go to www.ShowalterBlackwellLong.com

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April 1, 2013

Jamie Kennedy

I just heard, Thinking of you and your family Brandi, you are in my prayers. With Love Jamie Kennedy

April 1, 2013

Brandi, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I had no idea that she was even sick. I know that she loved you more than anything and as I looked a the pictures I'm sure the grandchildren are her pride and joy. Your Mom was a loving person not only to you but to her siblings. I know she will be missed. Prayers to all of you...Theresa Mains

March 31, 2013

Seth Coyle

My dearest sympathy to all of you....no matter what it's never easy to loose someone we love:(

March 30, 2013

Brandi & Mike so sorry for your loss. We remember her with great fondness. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Danny and Judy Sparks (Connersville)

March 29, 2013

Nisa Woodward

I have only known Karen for 6 years but feel like I have known her all my life. Such a wonderful loving person to know. She always had a smile on her face and was so easy to pull a prank on. Never a dull moment at work with Karen. I will miss her laugh and smile so much. Love you Karen, rest in peace sweet Karen.

March 29, 2013

Ed Woodward

I am lucky enough to say I have known Karen all of my life. I will miss her calling me "Little Drunk", and I can see her now giving her mom and Rick the biggest hugs. Rest in Peace.

March 29, 2013

Donna Coyle-Feeback

I know what a wonderful wife, mother and grandma she was. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

March 29, 2013

Melinda & Caulin Bunzendahl

Sorry we couldn't be there to pay our respects. Thoughts and prayers to Brandi and Michael and rest of the family.

March 29, 2013

Vickie Porter-Valentine

Brandi and Mike...there are no words to express the depth of sadness that is felt now at the passing of Karen. Such a
beautiful and special woman. I was honored to count as friend.
My heart and prayers are with you.

March 29, 2013

Brandi, so very sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful person. You & your family are in our thoughts and our prayers. Love you Brandi! Cindy Bowling & Family

March 29, 2013

Janet Barrett

Brandi ,Sorry for you loss .Karen was a sweet lady loved her sweet smile Heaven gets another Angel
Janet :& Art Barrett

March 29, 2013

Brandi

There aren't enough Words To Thank You For Being Such An Amazing Mother And Grandmother. I Could Not Be More Proud To Be Your Daughter And I Don't Know What I Will Do Without You Here With Us. I Love You So So Much.

March 29, 2013

Denise Welsh

Prayers to you, Mike,and the rest of your family. Karen was a joy to work with. Always a smile on her face with her wonderful laugh. I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad I got to see her before I left town last summer. Denise

March 28, 2013

Gina Cloud

Heaven gained a beautiful angel, and even though she is in a better place, it is hard to accept that she is gone. I am sending Brandi and her family as much strength as I can spare, and as many prayers as I can pray ... A mother and daughter hold each others hands for a while, but they hold their hearts forever. God Bless you Karen.

March 28, 2013

Barbara Swedblom

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 28, 2013

karen gordon

Brandi,so sorry to hear about your Mother, such a sweet person,will be missed

March 28, 2013

Vicky Becraft

My thoughts & prayers are with all the family. Karen was a great person & she will be missed.

March 28, 2013

Michele Dudley

March 27, 2013

karen we will miss you may god bless worked with your mom at d/m shirley BORGERDING

March 27, 2013

Katie Rowland

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March 27, 2013

Angela Bunch

Deepest sympathy to the family. Karen was a wonderful lady.

March 27, 2013

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March 27, 2013

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