Roosevelt Danny Dixon Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Roosevelt Danny Dixon in Peoria, Illinois, who passed away on March 14, 2023, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John, Sr. Dixon and Marie Dixon (Caston); and his brothers, James Caston and John Dixon. He is survived by: his wife Alice Dixon; his sisters, Bertha Thompson and Martha Thompson; his children, Brian Dixon of Peoria, IL, Gailya Watson (Raymond) of Peoria, IL and Charnita Jones of Peoria, IL; his adoptive children, Chevon Dixon and Amber Stear (Nick); his foster children, Heather Barrow, Delaree Medley and Dominique Medley; his grandchildren, Jasmine Roberts, Raymond Watson III (Jessica), Daniel Watson (Tyina), Christopher Watson, Brandon Watson, Brandi Watson and Heaven Mccann; his great grandchildren, Raymond Watson, IV, Michaela Watson and Maya Gant; his sister Mary Green (Dixon); and his foster daughter Jessica Weston. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and friends.

Due to Covid-19, social distancing is encouraged to be consistent with recommendations from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), funeral home directors have been instructed and should follow CDC guidelines on gatherings, including those directly related to funerals, visitations, or graveside services. In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them).