Dixie Joan Holland Hodges, 84, of Nags Head, NC died Monday, August 5, 2019, at Peak Resources – Outer Banks.

Born in Washington, DC on December 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Tela Virginia Parker and Chesley Gwaltney.

Dixie spent her career as a well-respected licensed practical nurse. She had a love for people and a great sense of humor.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Hodges; and her cousin who was more like her sister, Jane L. Crusie.

Dixie is survived by a half-brother, Dennis Gwaltney; and numerous cousins.

Private entombment will be held at Rosewood Memorial Park, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.

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