About This Memory Space
This page was created for Dr. Steven Emory Dixon's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Dr. Steven Emory Dixon's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Dr. Steven Emory Dixon. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Dr. Steven Emory Dixon dedicated his life to shaping smiles and futures, blending a passion for dentistry with an unwavering commitment to education and family joys that left an indelible mark on his community.
Born in the close-knit town of Linton, Indiana, Steven nurtured a lifelong curiosity that propelled him from high school in Evansville to higher learning at Indiana State University. His ambition sharpened toward dentistry at Indiana University in Indianapolis, where he honed skills that would define his path. Returning to Evansville, he established a thriving practice on the east side before embracing his deeper passion for mentorship at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. There, as a full-time clinical instructor, he guided countless students toward their professional dreams, earning accolades for his exceptional guidance. Beyond the classroom, Steven savored spirited IU basketball and football games, weekend adventures scouting new cars, and above all, irreplaceable time with his expanding family.
Steven's professional journey peaked as a beloved clinical instructor at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, where he transitioned from private practice to full-time teaching. His innovative methods and compassionate approach earned him multiple awards, while his influence helped numerous students achieve their dentistry aspirations, fostering a new generation of skilled professionals.
Photos of Steven's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Cherished moments with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren formed the joyful core of Steven's days, often filled with laughter and simple pleasures. His 36-year marriage to Patricia Stanich Dixon anchored these bonds, alongside close ties to son William Michael Murphy, daughter Deborah Kay Murphy, granddaughter Samantha Barnes (with Evan), great-grandchildren Aria Grace Murphy, Cora and Olivia Collins, Norah Jean, Elijah James, and Gemmah Rose Barnes, and brothers-in-law Steve (Kristine) Stanich, Gary (Kim) Stanich, and Alan (Jeanne) Stanich. He also held dear the special companionship of Alysa and Christian Collins. Preceded by his parents Mary and Emory Dixon, in-laws Mike and Dorothy Stanich, and grandson Gage Elijah Murphy, Steven's gentle guidance and ready enthusiasm made every family encounter memorable.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from acquaintances and kin alike illuminate Steven's profound influence as a mentor whose wisdom and warmth resonated deeply in professional and personal circles.
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