Sydney
We, the family, regret to announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Helen Marie Dixon on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney.
Born in Sydney on January 9, 1950, Helen was the daughter of the late Helen Marie Parago (Sampson, nee Courage) and James Cornelius Sampson.
Helen is survived by her loving children, Kenny (Barb) Dixon, Leslie (Loretta) Dixon, and Kim (Johnglenn) Hillier; grandchildren, Nicole, Natasha, Stacey, Ann Marie, Adam, Nick, and Brittany; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Pat Parago; half-brothers, Brian and Clifford Sampson; close friends, Shirley and Reg Samson, and Godchildren, Craig and Gavin Samson, and John Landry.
Besides her parents, Helen was predeceased by her husband, Jim Dixon; grandson, Michael; two children at birth; brothers, Edmond Sampson, Russell Sampson, and sisters, Yvonne MacLellan, Betty Chipman, and Martha Sampson.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Palliative Care, CBRH whose comfort and compassionate care helped bring peace to Helen and her family.
Visitation for the late Helen Dixon will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) from 6-9 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Theresa’s Church, Sydney on Monday, August 18, 2025, at 11 a.m. with Fr. Evo DiPierro officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney.
Donations in memory of Helen may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Pat and family,
My sincere condolences for this profound loss. Helen was a beautiful friend since the early 70’s when I worked at the Post Office. In later years we were both CWL members and connected once again. I watched her these past few years with her health issues and now her pain if over. Rest in Peace,
Condolences
From: Dianne MacAskill
We’ve lost such a kind and giving woman. I remember her as a quiet force with a wonderful sense of humour. I send all my love and support to her Family and her friends. She will hold a special corner in my heart.
From: Cara Petitpas
My sincere condolences to Helen’s family on her recent passing.
My sincere condolences to Helen’s family on her recent passing.
Oh no, I am so sorry to hear this we were friends a long time, Prayers for the family, Sandra Dawe
Kenny and family my deepest condolences so sorry for your loss
Kim and Family
I understand that words cannot take away your grief. However, as you grieve the loss of your Mom, please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I wish you the kind of peace that brings you comfort, courage to face the sad and difficult days, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Your Mom was a sweet lady always so nice, I remember her well from her days at Jasper’s. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Kim and family, I am sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss, She was a great person and will be missed!
To all of Helen’s family, we offer our deepest sympathy on her passing. She was such a lovely lady, and she will be missed. May she Rest in Eternal Peace, and may all of you be comforted by your wonderful memories. ❤️
My heart breaks for all our family grieving Aunt Helen’s passing and send my love to all. There are no words to ease the sense of loss and grief but, I hope and pray all the love and memories will continue to help.
Aunt Helen..soar with the angels and give all our family that I am sure have welcomed you a giant hug especially Mom.
So sorry for your loss. Helen was a very kind person. She will be missed especially in our dart league. Rest in peace Helen.
We go way back to Glebe Ave.rest easy Helen
So very sorry she was a very wel liked person friendly to everyone .May she RIP
I worked with Helen for awhile she was a real nice Lady I thought the world of her So Sorry for the loss of your Mom Grandmother and Great Grandmother she will be Missed