Rev. Dixie Stanley French, age 85, Kettering, died on June 4, 2021.
She was born December 10, 1935 in Jackson, OH to the late Ernest & Donna (Sanders) Stanley.
In addition to her parents, Dixie was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph French and sister, Autumn Stanley.
Dixie majored in music at Ohio State University. Her love of music and dedication to the church led her to pursue a Master of Divinity Degree at the United Theological Seminary to become a minister in the Disciples of Christ Church. Through her ministry she touched many lives, providing love and support to her church family. Dixie was a long-time member of Central Christian Church, where she served as a choir director for 25 years and interim Minister for the congregation. Dixie also served as Senior Pastor at Disciples Christian Church, Hamilton, OH.
She is survived by her three sons, Kenton French, David (Lisa) French, Rodney (Jennifer) French; 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandsons; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
A Gathering will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 12:00pm-1:00pm at the Newcomer Kettering Chapel, 3940 Kettering Blvd, Kettering, OH 45439. The service will follow at 1:00pm.
Dixie will be laid to rest next to her husband at Fairmount Cemetery, Jackson, OH.
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