Donald Eugene Dixon 1936 – 2023 Obituary October 4, 2023October 4, 20231 Donald Eugene Dixon was born on May 1, 1936, in Burns, to Delbert James Dixon and Esther Effie Dixon (née Reel) and passed away on Sept. 26, 2023. He spent much of his childhood in Burns, attending local schools, and returned after retiring from a career in the Army. He served at a number of military installations throughout the United States, but also in Germany, Panama, Korea, and Vietnam. While in Vietnam, he received the Bronze Star and other commendations of bravery for the rescue missions he volunteered for in service of his fellow comrades. He was a brave soldier, a hero in our eyes, though he would not have thought so of himself. A kind and humble soul, he was patient with young children and animals. A beloved husband, father and friend, he will never be forgotten. Don is survived by his wife, Jeanine; and her son, Jeremy Moore; his children, James Dixon (Christine), of Texas and Kathryn Dixon Polmanter (Robert), of Michigan; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and his dear friends, Mike and Amy Rhoades of Burns, whom we cannot thank enough for their support. He will be laid to rest amongst relatives in Burns Cemetery in a private burial and family gathering. If friends so wish, donations may be made in his memory to the Veterans Hospice Program. At the Boise VA Hospice, Dad received extraordinary comfort, support and the respect due to one who served his country so honorably.
My grandfather was one of my greatest role models. He was a very kind and humble man, always being patient with me as a young child and so on. I felt as if he knew he was done, but he stuck around for the ones he loved. Like a true hero. Growing up I’ve only heard about his time in Panama, bit a few years ago he shared the story of how he got his Bronze Star. That moment will live with me forever, he didn’t want it, claimed he was just doing his job. He was a great man. Reply