Dixie D. Schweizer

Dixie D. Schweizer, 76, of Bradley, peacefully passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the Prairieview Lutheran Home in Danforth surrounded by family. Dixie was born on November 23, 1947, the daughter of Howard and Joleen (Boudreau) Curtis. She was formerly married to Gary Schweizer. Dixie was a nurse for many years. She enjoyed sewing, cross stitch, crocheting, making clothes for her children, making doll clothes, and spending time with the women at the Moose Lodge. Most of all Dixie cherished the time she spent with her family. Dixie is survived by her son, Christopher (Candy) Schweizer; daughters, Jennifer (Brian) Thomas, Melissa (Paula Clark) Weaver; 4 sisters, Jody (Danny)Hotard, Susie (Archie) Parks, Connie (Tim) Eaker, Cheryl (Wesley) Kemp; 3 brothers, Howie (Deb) Curtis, Brian (Linda) Curtis, Kelly Curtis; 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; infant brother, Michael; uncle, Wayne Boudreau. There will be a visitation at Jensen Funeral Home in Kankakee on Saturday, July 27, 2024, starting at 11am until the special blessing given by the nurse’s honor guard followed by a service at 1pm officiated by Pastor Randy Schweizer. The family would like to say a special “Thank you” to all of those at Uplifted Care that helped to support Dixie and the family during this difficult time. Cremation rites have been accorded.