Mary Martha Henry Dixon, 74 passed away June 22, 1977 at St. Anthony Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida after a long illness.  “Martha” was born July 14, 1902 in Olney, Illinois daughter of Charles D. and Mary Martha Hendrick Henry.  She married C. W. “Chappie” Dixon on June 2, 1936 in Evansville, Indiana.  He preceded her in death May 11, 1975.

She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include a sister, Mrs. H. G. Swain of North Redington Beach, Florida.

Source: Southern Illinoisan, Friday, June 24, 1977