Melonie A. Dixon

Melonie was born in Washington, D.C. on July 4, 1960, to David Long and Betty Jean Long. Melonie was preceded in death by her parents and brother Terry Long.

Her memory will be forever cherished by her beloved husband of 32 years, Edward Leo Dixon; daughters, Jamie Lynn Shepard, Toni Marie Carlson; Her sons, Jason Elliott Shepard, Jon William Shepard; daughter-in-laws, Jessica Paige Burkley, Cassidy Marina McHale; son-in-law, Timothy Scott Carlson; her grandchildren, Alyssa Rheannon Floyd, Vincent Elliott Floyd, Shyann Marie Carlson and Reed Lee Shepard; her great-grandchildren, Clementine Mariposa Floyd, Evangeline Lyann Floyd and Giovanni Leo Floyd.

She is also survived by her brothers, David Long and Robert Long; her sisters, Katherine Long, Melinda Torreyson and Tina Long.

Melonie retired in July of 2019 after 35 years of driving a school bus for Prince Georges County public schools.

After retirement, she was happy to help children receive care at the Shriners Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, by being their transport. She also donated her time helping the Mid-Atlantic Association of Shrine Motor Corps.

The beach was one of Melonie’s favorite places. She would look forward to visiting Breezy Point Beach in Maryland, to camp, spend time relaxing on the beach and searching for sharks teeth.

Melonie had a deep love for treasure hunting and antiquing, over the years acquiring a large collection of colorful mid-century swung glass vases and fairy lamps.

She was the glue that held our family together. An extraordinary woman whose beautiful soul, contagious laughter, and unmatched humor will be missed immensely.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation that will be held at Robert E. Evans Funeral Home, 16000 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20715 on October 25, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.