Delores C. Dixon

March 11, 1933 - March 24, 2016

Delores “Leppy” was the youngest of ten children born to the late Luther (“Darby”), and Wenona (Cuzie) Johnson. She entered into eternal rest at Mount Vernon Hospital on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at the age of eighty-three. Her parents, eight siblings, Mary Johnson, Lauretta Dorsey, Hilda Johnson, Whalen, Johnathan, Joseph, Fredrick and Clifton Johnson, preceded her in death. Born Delores Johnson to one of oldest African American families tied to Alexandria’s history as far back and sixteen hundreds. Educated in Lyles Crouch Elementary, until her father decided to, enroll her in St. Joseph’s Elementary School, where she excelled and moved on to Parker Gray High School all located in Alexandria, VA. She remained a member of St. Joseph ‘s Church, and was a devoted catholic and active participant until her illness and demise. A ‘Living Legend’ the church honored her, for her membership of seventy-eight years. A lifetime achievement bestowed, one she was honored and very proud to claim. She graduated high school; married Carl E. Brooks, from the union-spawned two children, a son and daughter. She re-married Irvin G. Dixon where she remained so until her recent demise. Ms. “Leppy” was special. She was the epitome of ask and you will receive, a kind word, gesture, food, beverage, a place to sit and rest. Her way with people was one that could ease the mind spirit, body, and soul; make you smile even when you were down. She was a “Leppy Johnson.” a family known for kindness and entertainment; singing throughout churches and many other musical forums. “Leppy” however, loved to dance, and that she could do. When the music came on the steps came out. Although her love was dancing, her true assignment from “God” was to help others in any way she could, an attitude spawned by family values. Rarely did she say “no” or can’t to family or otherwise. She was always there for the cause, for churches, youth centers and groups, funerals, parties, and especially when it came to helping children. Everyone’s child was like her own even the grown-up ones. She can rest proud in knowing “Gods” plan was for her to help others and that she did. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister aunt and friend. Her willingness to give with little to offer, her loving touch and kindred spirit was an instrument, one that changed lives throughout the community. “Leppy Johnson, Brooks, Dixon has left her mark, legacy a job “Well Done” this world will miss her truly, her family will miss her more. Many in Alexandria will remember her. If she met you once she never forgot, and no matter where you were in life, up or down “Leppy” was a constant when you saw her again. The community has lost one of its true “Gems”. From day care services to being a friend, she raised hopes and dreams for so many people without even knowing it. She gave love to all, just as they were her own. Growing up the place to be on any given night was “Ms. Leppy’s” house, because you were sure to get a good meal, her “famous fried chicken and potato salad, and as always some words of wisdom, hope and love.” Delores is survived by devoted husband, Irvin Dixon son, Ricardo Brooks (Sherrye) and daughter, Rhonda Duncan one sister, Florence Ross. Four Grandchildren: Sean Brooks-Jennings (Deitra), Sherricka Brooks, Sudi Brooks, and Sade Smithers. Four Great Grandchildren: London Peterson, Noah Jennings, Ka’Mai and Zuri Carothers and a host of nieces, nephew’s family and friends.