In Memory

It is with great sadness we share that Jami's mother Dixie passed away Friday morning about 9 a.m. after a long battle with cancer. She faced her cancer with such a courageous and positive spirit. We feel so fortunate that we were able to share so many memories with her, especially since our move to Colorado nearly 2 years ago. She will forever be remembered for her gracious spirit and service to others.

Her funeral services will take place next Saturday, Oct. 17 at Zion Lutheran Church, 1521 Prairie Road in Everest, Kansas. Visitation will be at 1:30 p.m., and the funeral will begin at 2:30 p.m. Jami's parents grew up in that area and spent much of their lives in Kansas, so it's fitting for her final resting place to be there.

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Dixie J. Nelson, age 66, of Colorado Springs, CO, died Oct. 9, 2009, after a 10 year battle with cancer.

Dixie was born March 25, 1943, to Jake and Ruby Angle in Sabetha, KS. She graduated from Horton High School in Horton, KS. On Sept. 4, 1965, she married James Nelson at the First Christian Church in Horton, KS. The two made their home in Northeast Kansas for many years.

After graduating from Trinity Lutheran School of Nursing in Kansas City, MO, Dixie practiced nursing for 44 years in the areas of public health, school nursing, geriatric, and hospice care. She possessed excellent nursing skills, professional judgment, and common sense, which were combined with a very caring and sympathetic attitude toward her patients.

Dixie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She enjoyed cooking and sewing for her family. She especially enjoyed traveling with her husband, and they had many wonderful adventures together. Her happy personality, friendly smile, and kind words will always be remembered.

She is survived by her husband Dr. James Nelson of Colorado Springs, CO, daughter Dr. Briana (Craig) Goff and grandson Dalton of Wamego, KS, daughter Jami (Scott) Leahy and grandsons Luke and Reid of Colorado Springs, CO, a sister Janette (Dick) Edgley of Elmhurst, IL, and brother Max Angle of Clarksville, GA.

She was preceded in death by her parents. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to be given to a hospice care organization of the family’s choosing.

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