Skip to content

James E. Dixon, Sr.

JAMES EDWARD DIXON,SR. at 78yrs.
58 yr. Revere Resident, FOUNDER OF CENTURY SECURITY SYSTEMS OF REVERE, FOR 41yrs. AIR FORCE VETERAN & 28yrs WITH US AIR FORCE RESERVES

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, Nov. 6th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107), REVERE, for JAMES E. DIXON Sr. who died on Saturday, October 31st at the Lighthouse Nursing Dixon, JamesCare Center of Revere, following a lengthy illness. His funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Saturday Nov. 7th, at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Funeral Service conducted in the funeral home at 10:00 a.m.

 

Born in Medford, he was raised & schooled there, coming to Revere 58 years ago. “Big Jim” as he was affectionately, known, gave over 28 years to the US AIR FORCE & THE US AIR FORCE RESERVES, FORMALLY retiring in 1982. He served with the US AIR FORCE RESERVES during the Viet-Nam-Era & then upon discharge from the AIR FORCE, reenlisted in the Reserves, one day later, on March 20, 1977. In 1974, “Big Jim” founded Century Security Systems of Revere, and for 41 years, the business and operation have continued under the direction of his two sons, Jim Jr. & Scott. For many years, Jim was a member of the Seaview Lodge of Masons, A.F. & A.M. of Revere, serving several times as MASTER of the LODGE. When Seaview Lodge was assimilated to MOUNT TABOR LODGE, he remained active & served for many years. Along with those positions, he also served as secretary & chaplain. Locally, here in Revere he served for many years with the REVERE LICENSING BOARD (ELECTION COMMISSION). His other associations & memberships, include Past President of the Revere Chamber of Commerce & the Revere Rotary Club, and since 1977, a member of the Aleppo Temple Shriner’s of Boston. He maintained a presence from his over 6′ foot stature & welcoming personality. And quite obviously was never reticent, emerging himself in any and all of his duties and responsibilities, However, no role meant more than that of “Family Man”, an outstanding husband, father & especially his loving role as a Grandfather of seven.
He leaves his beloved wife of 58 years, Florence M. (Clifford) Dixon. He is the devoted father of Karen M. Dyer & her husband, Garry of Revere, James E. Dixon, Jr. & his wife, Elizabeth Carey-Dixon of Revere & Scott E. Dixon & his wife, Judith of Lynn. He is the cherished grandfather to Nicole M. Corrao of Revere, Michael K. Corraro & his wife, Kristen of Eliot, Me., Melissa A. Vitas & her husband, Lucas of Windham, N.H., Christopher J. Dixon & Katherine E. Dixon both of Revere, Scott E. Dixon, Jr. & Allison A. Dixon both of Lynn. He was the brother of the late, Barbara Cox. Interment will be in the Mt. Tabor Lodge of Masons Lot at WOODLAWN CEMETERY, EVERETT.

Services

Visiting Hours

Friday, November 6th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Saturday, November 7th at 10:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett

In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the: SHRINERS’ HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN, 51 BLOSSOM ST., BOSTON, MA 02114, ATTN: SUSAN BERKOWITZ.

Return to Obituaries
5 Messages Send your condolences
  1. Carol Ann Demetrio (Liberti)
    Nov 7 2015

    Karen and family,
    So sorry to read about the passing of your father in the Revere Journal. Karen, it seems like we were just in school at the Barrows and now we are saying goodbye to our beloved parents. My Mom passed in 2005. Prayers and condolences being sent to you and your family during this difficult time. Your father will live on in your memories and heart.

  2. Rich Giacoppo
    Nov 4 2015

    Big Jim was a great guy that I will always have fond memories of. He made me laugh and was someone that I could look up to in the security business, not only as a friend but a great source and mentor in the industry.
    My heart goes out to Flo and all the Dixon children on his passing. Jim was truly one of a kind and will be missed at all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

    Rich

  3. Gail Clermont
    Nov 4 2015

    Nicole,Melissa,Karen, and family.
    Im sorry to hear about the passing of your grandfather ,father, you are all in my thoughts and prayers love to all
    Gail

  4. William M. Appel
    Nov 3 2015

    We have all lost a friend, Brother, and devoted family man. He will always be remembered for his warmth, sense of humor, and willingness to reach out to others in need. Jim, your Brothers miss you greatly.

  5. Paul Carroll Jr
    Nov 3 2015

    I was distressed to hear from my family of Jim’s passing. I always enjoyed being around his kindness and laughter. I am thinking of you all at this time. Please take care of one another.

    Paul Jr.

Send your condolences.

(required)
(required)

Note: HTML is allowed. Your email address will never be published or shared.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.
On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.
Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.
Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.
Thank you for your friendship and continued support.
God bless you all.
Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.

On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.

Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.

Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.

Thank you for your friendship and continued support.

God bless you all.

Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.