Local Civic Leader Leaves Legacy of Honor, Good Works


Jay Dixon

From staff reports

Whether you knew him as James, Jim, Jimmy, J.H. or Jay Dixon, you knew he was a very special person - a visionary who returned to his native county and devoted his life to his country and community.

Jay Dixon, of Gate City, passed away Jan. 20, 2012 at the age of 71. He returned to Scott County in the early 2000s with his wife, Carol, to use his talents and influence to improve the quality of life.

Born and raised in Nickelsville, Jay was the son of the late Marjorie L. Bond and James Howard Dixon. He loved to tell the story about working at the family’s mill,…

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