Dixie Horton Stancil's Obituary
Dixie Horton Stancil, age 88, lovingly referred to as “Mema”, of Austell, GA passed away on the morning of March 19th, 2024. Dixie was a very strong and sweet lady who loved her family. She grew up and attended school in Gainesville, GA. She was previously married to W.O. Horton, Jr. and lived in Austell, GA for over 60 years. She was the mother of two sons, Wes Horton and Wayne Horton.
Dixie worked with The Sears Robuck Co., Braceland Brothers Printing, and Georgia Power. She had a great love of gardening, travel, tropical sunrises, Georgia Bulldogs, NASCAR racing, western movies, her numerous pets, and animals of all kinds. She never saw a challenge that couldn’t be overcome, including an incurable bone cancer which she heroically fought for 17 years. She took great pride in helping others and was a caregiver to several people throughout her life.
Dixie is survived by her brother, David (Phyllis) Stancil; her two sons, Wes (Lisa) Horton and Wayne Horton; and her beloved grandchildren, Lana, Christian, and Josh.
The family will receive friends at Davis-Struempf Funeral Home on Sunday, March 24th, from 12:00 to 2:15 PM. A private interment service will occur at Mountain View Park Cemetery.
"Forever in bloom in the fields of our Lord and Savior."
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