Derrick Duane Dixon, affectionately known as Dee Dee, was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 22, 1958 to the late Gus and Doris Dixon. One brother, Gus Jr. preceded him in death. Dee Dee received his early education in the Highland Park school system. He later attended St. Martin de Porres High School in Detroit. He had a strong passion for the church of God's people. As an adult, he was baptized in the name of Jesus at People's Community Apostolic Church, in Detroit, MI. he loved to help out around the church in any capacity he was needed. Dee Dee loved people and people loved him. His family was his "world!" He genuinely loved and supported everyone. Dee Dee had a special concern and admiration for his parents. His siblings and cousins were his closest friends. Dee Dee was very protective of all his nieces and nephews and would make each one feel a special connection. He was famous for his line of questions…he took the time to know what was important to each individual and would remember the details of every conversation. Of the many things Dee Dee enjoyed, sports was high on the list and he was an exceptional athlete. He played on several little league teams and continued to dominate as an athlete in his adulthood. He not only liked to play sports, but he also loved to watch games and was an avid fan of his home-town teams! In 2005, Dee Dee moved from the Detroit area to White Cloud, MI. There he lived with his brothers, Larry and Garry. He loved being with his brothers and spending time with the Gilmore crew. Every Saturday, Dee Dee participated in a Horse Shoe Tournament. He didn't care if he won or lost, he just enjoyed spending time with everyone and making them feel at home. While in White Cloud, he attended Glory of the Latter House Ministries and was a great supporter of Pastor Jeffrey Murchison. Dee Dee loved his church! Derrick Duane Dixon departed this life Friday, December 11, 2020. He leaves to cherish his memories, seven siblings: Joyce Davis, Juliet Dixon, Larry Dixon, Garry Dixon, Lillian "Sue Sue" (Tim) Hill, Muezette Jordan, Thaddeus Dixon; a special aunt MaryAnn Gilmore and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. VISITATION: Friday, December 18, 2020, from 10AM - 12 noon at the Crandell Funeral Home - White Cloud Chapel 1109 Court Street White Cloud MI 49349. SERVICES: Friday at 12 noon following visitation. NOTE : during the visitation and service, a limited number of people will be permitted into the funeral home and friends will need to rotate in and out of the funeral home during the visitation with face coverings being required. A maximum of 25 persons are allowed in the building at a time, including for the service, per State of Michigan guidelines. INTERMENT: United Memorial Gardens in Plymouth, Michigan. Friends and family may share memories and condolences online with the Dixon family at www.crandellfh.com. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Derrick Dixon "Dee Dee", please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. Visitation White Cloud Chapel Friday, December 18, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1109 E Court Street White Cloud, Michigan 49349 Funeral Service White Cloud Chapel Friday, December 18, 2020 12:00 PM 1109 E Court Street White Cloud, Michigan 49349 Graveside Service United Memorial Gardens Monday, December 21, 2020 1:00 PM ,