Ronald was born in Toledo, Oregon to Dale and Evelyn (Terhune) Dixon.  He lived in Albany for most of his life.  Ron enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1952 and served until his discharge in 1959.  He married Mary Lou Ricke in Albany on November 3, 1956, while home on leave.  Ron worked as a machinist for Teledyne Wah Chang (ATI) for 37 years.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 51, The Eagles, The VFW, and Holy Cross Lutheran Church.

Ronald is survived by his wife of 64 years Mary Lou Dixon, son James Dixon; daughters Dianna (Bill) Barry and Arlene (Dave) Alexander.  9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  Sister Rita Pierson and Brother Lelan Dixon.  He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law Stan Pierson; stepsister Stella Hiet.

A graveside service will be at Twin Oaks Memorial Gardens on  Saturday, May 1, at 12:30 p.m. with a Celebration of Life to follow from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.. at the Albany VFW Lodge.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Albany VFW Lodge.

AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home is handling the arrangements (www.aasum-dufour.com).