Ernestine (Coleman) Dixon was born April 15, 1942, in Cleveland Ohio, to Lonzo Coleman and Delores (Wilson) Coleman. She sunset on December 29, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents and was one of six children born through this union: Vivian, Ralph Sr, Lonzo Jr. (deceased), Delores (deceased), and Melvin (deceased).

Ernestine attended the Cleveland Public School system, graduating in 1960 from John Adams High School. She was a PROUD rebel and would occasionally be seen in her school colors of maroon and gold. Often attending the class reunions. No one was surprised if she was seen at one of their cabaret parties.

After graduating, Ernestine started her first job at the United States Postal Service, in Cleveland Ohio. She was an LSM Clerk at the Cleveland P&DC. While employed there she met Eddie L. Dixon. Whom she later married and through their union had two children, Kennoa Marie and Terrence Christopher Dixon.

In later years, the two parted and after raising her children, she worked for the Shaker Heights School Systems and retired from Bruegger’s Bagels.

She was full of life. This was often observed on the dance floor. Even as age approached her, NO ONE could outshine her and her brother Ralph when they walked onto the dance floor to hand dance. Their moves radiated across the dance floor, often stopping the young generations as they looked in awe.

Ernestine was an avid sports fan and LOVED her family. At one time, a season ticket holder for the Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Cavaliers. Often taking one of her grandchildren, nephews, great niece Darlyn, or great-great niece Darianna to the CAVs games. Darlyn and Darianna often standing on the porch to wave their aunt down as she drove by. As age did not stop Ernestine from driving.

Ernestine’s love of family could be seen throughout the family gatherings. Known for her “Pokeno” game nights, in which she did not mine taking your money, no matter what your age. Yes, even at the age of eight, she would take your money and hug you too! Lesson here, if you are going to play with the grown-ups, you might be treated like a grown-up.

Left with a wealth of precious memories are daughter; Kennoa M. Dixon; son, Terrence C. Dixon; grandchildren: Edward Stanley Thornton (Julia), Shalese Thornton, Lonzo-Grei D. Thornton (Erika), Jade L. Thornton, Juliun L. Thornton, and Edward Thornton; sister: Vivian Coleman; brother: Ralph Coleman; nephews: Darnell Lorenzi, Darren Lorenzi, Dean Lorenzi (Tina), Ralph Coleman Jr. (Sylvia), Michael Coleman, Troy Coleman, Guy Coleman (Michelle), and Melvin Coleman; Niece: Trina Overton (Robert); along with a host of family and friends.

Her cheerful smile, fun nature and bright smile will be missed by all.