Caren Frandsen Dixon

 

Vera Caren Frandsen Dixon Obituary

 

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Vera Caren Frandsen Dixon (Lehi, Utah), who passed away at the age of 81, on October 26, 2021. 

She was loved and cherished by many people including : her parents, Roy Frandsen and Opal Frandsen; her children, Denise Brown (Randall) of Richfield, Stephanie Gray (Neil) of Lehi, Utah and George Richard Dixon (Richy); her great grandchildren, Chloe and Cruz Mitchell Jorgensen; and her siblings, Leon Frandsen, Elvin Frandsen and Valoy Smith (Arthur Richard Dixon). She was also cherished by Grandchildren (9) and Great-Grandchildren.

 

Early Years: She was the youngest of four children to parents Roy and
Opal Frandsen. Mom grew up on a farm in Birch Creek,
later moved to Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Attended North Sanpete
High School where she was on the student council. Being
a cheerleader and a natural beauty, she caught the eye of
many. She soon met a football player, Richard Dixon, who
became her life's sweetheart. She and Richard married in
December, 1957.

Wendover: Considered a prominent and cherished resident for over 60
years. Became part of the fabric of community, church, and
civic service and volunteerism. choreographer of the high
school Junior Prom promenade for over 15 years. Served on
Wendover City Council and several community and church
positions.

Business Enterprises:
Dixon's Dairy Freeze and Motel; S&D Supermarket
and Chicken Stand; Dixon's Rentals; Dixon's Salt Flats
Service Station; Bonneville Speedway Museum; various
rental property. In the later years, she helped "jumpstart"
other businesses for the good of Wendover.

Lehi: Moved to the Villas at Pioneer Crossing in 2017, where she
was loved by her neighbors.

Hobbies: Music and singing ... Mom had an incredible voice she
willingly shared at many events.
Dancing ...she enjoyed dancing and also teaching it to others.
Travel ...from Europe to Africa and throughout the US, she
journeyed the world.
Service ...Mom enjoyed serving and assisting others, especially
her family and friends.

Greatest Joy:
Her children Denise, Richy, Stephanie; Grandchildren (9) and
Great-Grandchildren (13)

Survived By:
Daughter Denise (Randall) Brown of Richfield, Utah
Daughter Stephanie (Neil) Gray of Lehi, Utah
Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
Chloe, her companion little dog

Preceded in Death:
Parents: Roy and Opal Frandsen
Siblings: Brothers Leon Frandsen and Elvin Frandsen
Sister Valoy Smith
Husband: Arthur Richard Dixon
Son: George Richard (Richy) Dixon
Great-Grandson: Cruz Mitchell Jorgensen

Service: Celebration Service on Friday, November 5, 2021.
Location: 118 East Main Street, Lehi, Utah 84043
Viewing: 10am with Celebration Service to follow at 11am
Burial: Same day in Wendover Cemetery, Wendover, Utah
at approximately 3pm

Arthur Richard Dixon   1939 ~ 2010