14 entries.
Dixie had a special place in her heart for my daughter, Shante' Nicole who I adopted 31 years ago. Dixie touched my daughter's heart as she asked Shante' to serve on the Junior Advisory Board for the Adoption Exchange, asked her to speak at a national conference as an adoptee, asked her to speak at a fundraiser, included Shante's story in her book, and was responsible for Shante and I being featured on 60 Minutes in 1999 to address adoption parties. Thank you, Dixie for touching our family and many more families! You are sorely missed!!
I was "roped" into working with Dixie and The Adoption Exchange through my company. The opportunity, leadership and passion for adoption Dixie provided was wonderful. Her insights taught me much and I'll miss her.
As Dixieโs sister I have always been proud of all Dixieโs accomplishments I and how much she did, and got done, for so many children and families. And then when we were together she was so unassuming and just my sister and friend . There were two games we always played together: Perquacky and Words With Friends. I miss her so much! She has left a big hole in my life and an ache in my heart. Lovingly, her sis Patsy
As a young woman starting her career back in 2003, I couldnโt have asked for a better role model than Dixie. Her love of the children, commitment to collaboration and innovation, her willingness to lead and teach, her ongoing support and encouragementโฆshe was one of a kind and affected so many more lives than those she set out to!
I am so sorry I cant be there in person but my thoughts are there with everyone - Dixie was a special person and I knew her as a friend, a peer, as a fellow Rotary Club member and as the passionate warrior she was as an advocate for young people who were need of a stable, loving home!
My heart goes out to Bert, the young people who found homes/ familyand the many friends
who loved her!
My heart goes out to Bert, the young people who found homes/ familyand the many friends
who loved her!
When I first met Dixie, I had no idea what were were going to do and the greatness that was to accompany our efforts for the children. She was a leader extraordinaire that took a dream and led us to accomplish it. The fun we had at the channel 4 telethons, the events with the Beach Boys and Disney are things never to forget. Lots of children were adopted. I will never forget you Dixie.
Dixie was a joy to work with, a truly gifted leader, inspirational, compassionate with a heart for children and the ability to make things better for families and children. She is truly missed but her memory and service live on.
Itโs always sad when we loose such a fine person as Dixie.
She had such energy and kindness and compassion
I wonder what might have happened to all those children served by the Adoption Exchange if she had not founded this organization
We should all strive to be like her
We love you Dixie
Ed and Nancy Widmann
She had such energy and kindness and compassion
I wonder what might have happened to all those children served by the Adoption Exchange if she had not founded this organization
We should all strive to be like her
We love you Dixie
Ed and Nancy Widmann
It has been an honor to have known you and to have had you as a loving and caring stepmom, I will always remember the fun vacations and trips we have made, and you were also the first one who gave me some driving lessons in your lexus when I was sixteen.
I will miss you Dixie
Love Roger
I will miss you Dixie
Love Roger
What an amazing woman! Her skills, in so many areas, are numerous! She was a wonderful speaker, advocate, leader and trainer! She was one of my mentors when I first came to the States and I will always remember her kindness. Thank you
Dixies legacy lives in the heart, minds and practice of child welfare professionals across the country. The impact of her warmth, quick wit and keen mind is forever in my heart. I liked Dixie so much, learned lots from her and always appreciated that special sparkle she had in her eyes. Dixie made the world a better place.
Although I never met her, my life has been shaped by her work. It inspired me to open my heart and become a foster mother/family for the last few years. I will be forever grateful. Prayers on your behalf from for a peaceful loving celebration of life.
Dixie was one of the most amazing and loving people I have ever met. Her passion for kids and people is unmatched. She will be forever missed but what an amazing legacy she left behind.
So thankful for the moments we shared. The warmth of your hugs, the sound of your laughter, and precious memories will forever live in my heart.