Dixie Lynn Elliott

Dixie Elliott was a lifelong Oregonian, born in McMinnville, Dec 9th, 1941, her parents Richard and Irene Swanson had moved to Oregon in their youth in hopes of a new beginning and in search of opportunity, Dixie was raised in Aloha on a small farm with her sister Ladene and brother Dick. She graduated Beaverton High school Class of 1960, attended Oregon State University for two years before starting a career in Retail sales.

Dixie was married to William “Bill” Elliott in 1964 they had one child Scott Elliott in 1967. Bill passed away unexpectedly in 1983.

Dixie was a connector, she loved bringing people together, whether it was over a good glass of wine, a dinner party, a real estate transaction, or simply a chat in the back yard. Her desire for connection through people drove great enjoyment for her. These skills proved to be very beneficial as Dixie started her career in residential real estate sales in 1980. Her career and her decision to pursue real estate sales fulfilled a passion for her, it allowed her financial means but more importantly it allowed her to shine as a person.

Dixies professional career in real estate started as an associate then grew into management positions at Barbara Sue Seal Properties. As the managing broker of the Uptown branch Dixie managed, mentored, and coached many associates to new levels of achievement. She was consistently recognized as a top producer Realtor and was a fixture in Portland residential sales for over forty years. The relationships she developed with her peers provided great enjoyment and lasting friendships.

The Grandmother of three, Dixie, found great enjoyment in identifying with each one of them individually. She invested time to understand who they were and the most effective way to connect with them. It was a skill she was blessed with.

Long walks along Arch Cape combined with fresh crab cakes and fine white wine brought many evenings and weekends of delight and relaxation to her. In her words “ I have no regrets, I have lived a great life…”

Dixie passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 21st. She had battled AML, a type of leukemia courageously for over two years. She leaves behind an immediate family of son and daughter in law, Scott and Selena Elliott, three grandchildren: William, Andrew, and Kate Elliott plus an extended large loving family.

A memorial service and reception will be held January 14th, 2023, at 1pm. Bethel Congregational Church, 5150 SW Watson Ave. Beaverton, OR

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to “The Backpack Program” for school lunches via Trinity United Methodist church 3915 SE Steel Street, Portland, OR 97202

Dixie is in the care of Skyline Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home in Portland, Oregon.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.skylinememorialgardens.com for the Elliott family.