Floyd Calvin Dixon Jr.

DIXON, Floyd C. Jr, 95, passed away on April 17, 2017. He was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Margaret H. Dixon. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara L. Dixon, and son-in-law, Michael R. Danis, of Alexandria, VA. Born in Lexington, VA, Floyd graduated from Fairfield High School and briefly attended Washington & Lee University before beginning what would be a 43-year career with Virginia Electric and Power Company. Dedicated to VEPCO, he moved to Alexandria, Williamsburg, and finally Richmond where he worked and lived the longest. However, Floyd never lost his fondness for his beloved Shenandoah Valley. In retirement, Floyd enjoyed gardening, refinishing antique furniture, and volunteering at the Science Museum of Virginia. He had a lifelong passion for the NY Yankees after seeing Babe Ruth play baseball in person. He also was a longtime member of Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church. While Floyd was known for speaking his mind, he was a man of few words. His candor and at times gruffness belied his loyalty and affection for family, friends, and animals, especially Cecil, his cherished pet who was with him until the end. A graveside service will be held at Westhampton Memorial Park on Monday, April 24 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Henrico Humane Society or Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church. Condolences may be offered at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com