Simon Clayton Dixon

Simon graduated from Broughton High School where “Bulldog” was named Captain of the football team. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor, love of hard work, wealth of selflessness and his devotion to his family, faith and friends. Throughout his health challenges late in his life, Simon’s positive attitude and strength of character never wavered. After graduating from North Carolina State University with a degree in Engineering, he served as a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army in Germany. He spent many years working in the construction industry in the Raleigh area on both residential and commercial projects. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, boating and fishing as well as being an avid music fan. Obvious to all who knew him well was his other passion - NC State sports. He always enjoyed supporting the Wolfpack even while residing in Chapel Hill. His greatest joy was his devotion to loving his children, grandchildren, great-grandson and church.

A Celebration of his Life was held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 17th at Christ Church,120 East Edenton Street, Raleigh. A reception followed the service at Christ Church.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Harriett, in 2013, after 48 years of marriage; and his daughter, Jane Katherine “JK" in May 28, 2023.

Surviving is daughter, Gwen Dixon Williams; son-in-laws, Kevin Williams and David Thomas; as well as his grandchildren, Mary Nell Williams, Terry Williams (daughter-in-law Haley), Kate Williams, Elizabeth Williams, Cooper Thomas; and great-grandson, Declan Williams.

The family would like to say a special Thank You to the caring staff of Parkview Health and Rehabilitation Facility, especially Carleen, Brenda, Betty Love, Arlen, Wanda, Tatianna and Dr. Citrone. We would also like to express sincere thanks to the team at Liberty Hospice as well as Sandy Fain and The Reverend David Frazelle of Christ Church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Simon may be made to Christ Church, 120 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.

Arrangements by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 Saint Mary's St. Raleigh, NC.