William N. Dixon

May 21, 1948 - June 2, 2017

William N. Dixon, age 69 of Millville, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 2, 2017 at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland, after a brief illness. Born and raised in Millville to the late William H. Dixon, III and Christine (Mullen) Dixon, he was a lifelong resident. William graduated from Millville High School and went on to work in the mail processing center at Prudential Insurance in Millville for over 30 years, retiring as the supply manager. William was also a volunteer firefighter with the Millville Fire Department for 34 years before becoming an exempt life member of the New Jersey State Fireman's Association in 2005. He was also a longtime member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church in Millville. After retiring, William worked as a crossing guard for many years at the Millville Senior High School, Lakeside Middle School, and Mt. Pleasant School. William very much enjoyed traveling with his late wife, Marietta, especially after retiring. Most of all, he treasured the time that he was able to share with his family, especially with his grandson and his nephew. William will be sadly missed by his son Mark Dixon and wife Stephanie of Vineland; four sisters; grandson Caleb Dixon of Vineland; and nephew Matthew Bonham of Millville. He was predeceased in 2016 by his wife of over 40 years, Marietta (Bonham) Dixon; and one brother Robert Dixon in 1995. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 9, 2017 in the Christy Funeral Home, 11 W. Broad Street, Millville. There will be viewings from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evening and 9 to 11 a.m. Friday morning in the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Millville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Millville Fire Department, 420 Buck Street, Millville, NJ 08332. Memories and expressions of sympathy for William N. Dixon may be shared on the Obituary Tribute Wall at: www.christyfuneralservice.com.