Norman C. Dix

PLAINFIELD – Norman C. Dix, 87, of Hollister Hill Road passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2021.

Born on September 16, 1933, at home in Plainfield, he was the son of Leon and Madeline (Cassavoy) Dix.  Norman attended school in Plainfield and graduated from Plainfield High School in 1952.

On June 19, 1953, he married Sallie M. Gibson in Cabot.  Following their marriage, they made their home in Plainfield.  Sallie passed away in 2011.  On November 13, 2012, he married Judith Cerutti in Cape Gerardo, MO.

Norman was employed by Buttura and Sons Granite Company for 20 years, before starting his own businesses, Dix Rubbish Removal and Wood by Dix.  He retired from the rubbish business after 28 years and continued to operate his firewood business until his passing.

His memberships included the Mt. Sinai Temple #3 of Montpelier – where he was the custodian of property for over 30 years, Mt. Sinai #3 Arab Patrol and driver of Caliope Parade truck for over 30 years, Barre Lodge of Elks #1535, Mutuo Inc., and the Canadian Club of Barre.  He also was a past member of the Plainfield Fire Department, past president of the Plainfield Fireman’s Club, past master and treasurer of Wyoming Lodge #80, past patron and treasurer of Kingsbury Chapter #77 O.E.S., former member of the York Rite Bodies of Montpelier, past president of Ianis Shrine Club, and 32 ^nd degree member of Scottish Rite Bodies of Montpelier and Burlington.

In his leisure time, he enjoyed cutting firewood, traveling, and collecting varied and eclectic objects that brought him great joy including mechanical toys, pinball machines and coins.

Survivors include his wife Judith C. Dix of Plainfield; his children Conrad Dix and his wife, Petra of Florida; Cheryl LeTourneau and her husband, Ed of Marshfield; Donna Ferrario and her husband, John of Barre; and Matthew Dix and his wife, Rebecca of Chilmark, MA; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; his siblings Dennis Dix of Plainfield; Nancy Perry also of Plainfield; and Dianne Myrick of Kansas, OK as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Sallie Dix.

The service to honor and celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Canadian Club of Barre.  Family and friends may call on Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hooker Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wyoming Masonic Lodge #80, c/o John Domey, 299 Hollister Hill Road, Plainfield, VT  05667.