WARD — Stephen Carlos Dixon,

55, passed away on September 21, 2020. He was born to Shelba and Dearl Dixon on February 20, 1965. He is survived by both parents; his wife, Tammie Dixon; son, Zachary Dixon; daughters,

Rhonda Bolin and Sallie Wrigley; and was preceded in death by daughter, Courtney Dixon. He has six grandchildren, Madison (Stephen) Woodburn, Jaelyn Bolin, Skyla Lauderdale, Chad Lauderdale, Shane Lauderdale, and Breanna Weeks; and one great-granddaughter Abigail Woodburn. He has two sisters, Anita (Gary) Abshure and Renee (Brian) Calhoon; and many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Some of his many interests included working, spending time with his family, and hunting and fishing with his best friend, his dad. He enjoyed music and loved to sing Southern gospel and country music, and loved participating in and watching all sports. He was a member of Sylvania Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Upon graduating from Cabot High in 1983, he embarked on his lifelong dream to own and operate a dairy farm. His hard work was recognized in 2007 when he and his family were awarded Lonoke County Farm Family of the Year. His loving wife of 33 years stood by his side every day. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all.

Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday, September 25, 2020, at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, with burial in Sylvania Cemetery. State of Arkansas COVID-19 directives: Face coverings required at all times, maintain social distancing. Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home. www.smithfamilycares.com