Dixie Lee Hansen Robbins

1939 ~ 2021

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Feb. 26, 2021
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    Feb. 27, 2021
    12:00 PM
    2350 South 2100 East Salt lake City, Utah
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  • Dixie Lee Hansen Robbins, beloved wife, mother, “Grandma Dixie”, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, friend, and disciple of Christ, completed her mortal journey on February 21, 2021. With humor, determination, and grace she took on a 17year challenge of Parkinson’s Disease. She is reunited
    with her beloved husband Dave. Shortly before her passing, her children were able to gather at her bedside and say goodbye for a season to the mother they adore.

    Dixie was born October 4 , 1939 to Keith and Ruby Hansen in Royal Utah. She grew up in Fairview Utah along with her two brothers, Larry and Jerry. It was in Fairview that she learned to work hard, maximize fun, and love and lift others. These life principles became a strong foundation that helped her find joy in life and then shared it with those around her. Dixie’s childhood included: playing the drums in the marching band, cheerleading, plays, dances, and riding horses. There was always a twinkle in her eye when she spoke of her childhood in Fairview and her own children discovered the magic, adventures, and love found in those wide-open spaces and Grandma Ruby’s kitchen!

    Dixie married David Leonard Albright Robbins on July 29, 1966 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised four children. A team that worked side by side to solve problems, supporting each other and their children. There weren’t many events that their children participated in that they weren’t there for. Always cheering! Family memories of summers camping, boating, time in Fairview, and hours planning, planting, and nourishing gardens together. Through thick and thin there was always love and laughter in their home.

    Dixie loved learning. She graduated from Snow College and went on to get her degree in Elementary Education from Utah State University. She taught school in California and Utah. Dixie possessed the art of teaching! A gift to connect and love each child and a curious mind to keep continually outgrowing herself. She had a love of books and passing them along. During her last few years, while living at Spring Gardens, she began a book club where she would read favorite picture books to her friends in Memory Care.

    Dixie was a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and a willing servant of the Lord in many callings. She particularly loved assignments where she was teaching and discussing the scriptures with groups of young adults. She lived a life of striving to “do” what
    she believed which included: making meals, worshiping in the temple, looking for ways to lift, listening, and making friends with everyone!
    Dixie was known for her quick wit and cheerful disposition. She was just so much fun. She loved playing games with her grandchildren and took on the role of the ‘angel’ in the family reenactment of the Christmas Story with enthusiasm. Her wisdom and encouragement buoyed
    and guided her children. She was always quick to say, “It will all work out.” She had a deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ that radiated in her countenance.

    We give thanks to the army of angels who helped care for Dixie including many family and friends. We are grateful to the staff at Spring Gardens Holladay, and Dr. John Steffens for their exceptional care. We love you all! We are also grateful for the tender care from our dear friends
    at Canyon Hospice, especially Lacey. Thank you for guiding us through this last chapter with such gentle, loving care. Dixie was preceded in death by her husband Dave, parents Keith and Ruby, in-laws Leonard and Carol, brothers Jerry and Larry, and brother in- law Doug. She is survived by her four children David (Leslie), Melanie (Mark), Jennifer (Brad), Steven (Katie), in-laws Doug (Suzanne), Mike (Shauna), Pamela (Bruce), Cathryn (Richard), sisters’ in-law LeeAnn Hansen, DeAnna Hansen and 11 grandchildren that were the apple of her eye!

    Family and friends may pay their respects at a socially distanced viewing on Friday February 26, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Larkin Mortuary, 2350 E. 1300 S, Salt Lake City, Utah. A limited, family only funeral service will be held on Saturday February 27, 2021 at noon, 2350 South 2100 East. Services may also be attended via zoom. please select the button at the top of the obituary labeled "watch zoom service"

    Interment will take place in the Salt Lake City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made toward the research and hopeful cure of Parkinson’s Disease or a charity of your choice.


    Guestbook/Condolences

    Dixie's friendship was a treasure to me. I had the great pleasure of being part of the 5th/6th grade team at Beacon Heights for many years. During a particularly challenging time there,
    the staff was experiencing some strife, but our little team remained above the fray, and referred to our hall as the celestial kingdom.
    Dixie and Dave were a couple to be admired. So happy they are now eternally reunited.
    Happy graduation, dear friend!


    - Barbara Johnson

    Dixie was the kindest, friendliest most beautiful woman. She was so genuine. I will miss her but am happy she is reunited with Dave. Blessings to her loved ones as you journey for a time without her. Leslee


    - LESLEE MILLER

    I am so sad to learn of Dixie's passing. She and are are lifelong friends. We grew up together in Fairview and shared many fun adventures throughout high school and college. Although we were separated by time, distance, and circumstances for many years, the friendship still remained. She was a wonderful example to everyone around her. She had great love for her husband and family, and was intensely proud of them. She will be greatly missed, but she leaves behind a wonderful legacy.

    I send my love, sincere sympathy and condolences to her family.


    - Virginia Jensen Blake

    Dixie and I were close friends during high school and roomed together at Snow College for a year. We have kept up during the years, but more recently since our husbands have passed. I will miss our phone calls. We could always think of fun or funny things we had done and loved to brag about our kids. What a beautiful and fun friend. I will miss you very much! Donna


    - Donna Thompson Perkins

    Condolences to the Family of Dixie. I am deeply sorrowed for your loss. Dixie and I were friends for over 50 years We lived in the same neighborhood the whole time as Dave and Dixie. We were close friends and shared many wonderful times together as couples. Years ago, my husband and I went to Fairview with them to visit her Family. A choice experience. I have so many memories of them I will always cherish. She and David raised a wonderful Family and they gave their all to them growing up and beyond childhood, They loved their grandchildren. When my Husband and I moved to St. George after retiring they would come to visit. When we came to Salt Lake we would visit them. I had the joy of visiting Dixie very often during my travels up and down i-15. I loved her so much and she will always remain in my heart. God bless you all during this difficult time and always.
    I am grateful to be able to watch the service via Zoom Thank You Love, Betty


    - Betty J Wright

    Dear Melanie, Jennifer and Steven, Your Mom and Dad were great friends in the Good Group. For years dinner each month at one of our homes then playing cards till early morning hours. In later years dinners at restaurants then finally lunches at restaurants. 4 or 5 Springs weekends at the Cox ranch in Wyoming. Dave and I played basketball on the Garden Park Ward team that won the Salt Lake Council 1952 Championship. So many fond memories. We love you all and know your memories of Dave and Dixie are deep and are a great guide in your lives. Ron and Pat Culverwell


    - Ron and Pat Culverwell

    My deepest Condolences to Dixie’s family, she was such a wonderful, kind person. I’m sure she is celebrating with Dave and all of her great family members. Rest In Peace cousin you will be missed.

    Perry and Jana Tucker


    - Perry Tucker

    Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your sweet memories bring you peace and comfort.


    - Ray and Pat Drake

    Dear Robbins Family,

    I extend my sympathy on the passing of your dear, sweet, angel Mother. I will always remember the twinkle in her eye and her fun personality (sense of humor). I enjoyed Dixie's Relief Society lessons particularly when she would use a children's book to illustrate a point. My children remember learning to make mini pizzas in her kitchen when the neighborhood mom's organized summer classes. I did not know that Dixie played the drums. Her playing would have been a great addition to the Spring Sing Band.

    May your family have a wonderful and comforting time together honoring and remembering your Mother.

    Grateful for the impact for good the Robbins' Family has had on Parley's Neighborhood!

    With sympathy and love,
    Margaret Christenson

    Margaret Christenson


    - Margaret Christenson

    So sorry for your loss. Dixie was such a sweet "big cousin ". I always wanted to be like her when I grew up.


    - Janice Rust

    Kent and I were heart broken when Melanie sent word of the passing of our Precious, Beautiful Dixie Lee Hansen Robbins. With Melanie’s help we were blessed to visit with Dixie, by telephone, just two weeks ago. I felt a huge prompting to contact Dixie and we promised her a visit just as soon as we would be allowed into her room. Dixie was my favorite, thoughtful, kind and forever generous roommate at USU. She introduced me to my sweetheart husband of 60 years! Dixie was a blessing to all she associated with and an amazingly faithful Daughter of God. She loved Dave and all her precious family. She was a perfect example to her colleagues and loved every child she taught! She was everyone’s FAVORITE TEACHER! We love you Dear Dixie and we cherish soooo many amazing, happy memories!!
    Kent and Grace Larsen


    - Grace Larsen

    Wishing you all our love for the loss of our precious Dixie. She is a remarkable woman who will be remembered for her wit, wisdom, and ability to make everyone around her feel loved. I will miss her so much. Lyn Jensen


    - Lyn Jensen

    I was fortunate enough to spend some time with Dixie during a visit a few years back to see her daughter Melanie. Melanie and I taught together in Switzerland and I remember being immediately impressed by the way she spoke about her mom. I felt like I knew Dixie even before I met her and she was every bit as wonderful as Melanie had described. Watching Dixie surrounded by her loving family and other acquaintances highlighted her sense of humor, kindness, humility, honesty, resilience and openness. What a remarkable woman who influenced so many and who raised such a remarkable family...


    - Kelli Holm

    I will miss my darling friend in the Good Group! Dixie has been in the group almost from its beginning! Sending much love to you at this time! Rebecca Bennett


    - Rebecca Bennett