William E. Dix
February 20, 2012
William E. Dix passed away at home on Monday after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Syracuse on October 16, 1930 and graduated from North Syracuse High School. He was married to the late Betty Ann Geandreau and lived in Baldwinsville for many years. Bill served in the US Air Force in Korea.
He retired from AT&T/New York Telephone and was active in Belgium Cold Springs Fire Dept. where he served as Chief and Commissioner. He is a beloved member of the Liverpool Community Church, who will miss his hugs and high fives. Bill enjoyed dancing, golfing and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was an avid traveler and visited many interesting places in his own boat and by cruise ship.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Patricia Finn Dix; his children: Linda (Alan) Zuckerman, Stephen W. (Pam) Dix, Shellie (Rob) Enfield, Daniel (Vallere) Hickok; grandchildren, Jennifer Dix, William Dix, Nicole Gosson, James Kissel, Nathan Hickok and Noah Hickok and great grandchildren Jack and Izaya.
Calling hours will be held on Friday from 4-7pm at New Comer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St., N. Syracuse. A memorial service will be held on Saturday 2pm at the Liverpool Community Church.
Contributions in lieu of flowers may be sent to Liverpool Community Church or to Hospice of CNY.