Vera Caren Frandsen Dixon
Passed away peacefully from medical complications

Early Years: She was the youngest of four children to parents Roy and
Opal Frandsen. Mom grew up on a farm in Birch Creek,
later moved to Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Attended North Sanpete
High School where she was on the student council. Being
a cheerleader and a natural beauty, she caught the eye of
many. She soon met a football player, Richard Dixon, who
became her life's sweetheart. She and Richard married in
December, 1957.

Wendover: Considered a prominent and cherished resident for over 60
years. Became part of the fabric of community, church, and
civic service and volunteerism. choreographer of the high
school Junior Prom promenade for over 15 years. Served on
Wendover City Council and several community and church
positions.

Business Enterprises:
Dixon's Dairy Freeze and Motel; S&D Supermarket
and Chicken Stand; Dixon's Rentals; Dixon's Salt Flats
Service Station; Bonneville Speedway Museum; various
rental property. In the later years, she helped "jumpstart"
other businesses for the good of Wendover.

Lehi: Moved to the Villas at Pioneer Crossing in 2017, where she
was loved by her neighbors.

Hobbies: Music and singing ... Mom had an incredible voice she
willingly shared at many events.
Dancing ...she enjoyed dancing and also teaching it to others.
Travel ...from Europe to Africa and throughout the US, she
journeyed the world.
Service ...Mom enjoyed serving and assisting others, especially
her family and friends.

Greatest Joy:
Her children Denise, Richy, Stephanie; Grandchildren (9) and
Great-Grandchildren (13)

Survived By:
Daughter Denise (Randall) Brown of Richfield, Utah
Daughter Stephanie (Neil) Gray of Lehi, Utah
Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
Chloe, her companion little dog

Preceded in Death:
Parents: Roy and Opal Frandsen
Siblings: Brothers Leon Frandsen and Elvin Frandsen
Sister Valoy Smith
Husband: Arthur Richard Dixon
Son: George Richard (Richy) Dixon
Great-Grandson: Cruz Mitchell Jorgensen

Service: Celebration Service on Friday, November 5, 2021.
Location: 118 East Main Street, Lehi, Utah 84043
Viewing: 10am with Celebration Service to follow at 11am
Burial: Same day in Wendover Cemetery, Wendover, Utah
at approximately 3pm

In Lieu of Flowers:
Donate to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, ALS Foundation, or
American Cancer Society

There will be a live stream of the funeral on the Wing Mortuary Facebook page.  The service will start as soon as the family has their family prayer.

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