Dixie Dru Hirsch
1937-2013
Dixie was born in Pampa, Texas to Edgar and Josey Everett. Later, she grew up in Electra, Texas before attending and graduating from Baylor as an Art major. In 1960 she met Bob Hirsch a young Air Force Lieutenant, they married in 1961. He was her own true love for 52 years. Later, Bob entered the corporate world and they began a life that became enjoyable, entertaining and filled with friends from Canada to Puerto Rico.
Dixie was bright, engaging and had a life filled with accomplishment as an interior decorator, antique dealer and business owner. But, she always believed her sons and grandsons to be her greatest accomplishment. She adored them and raised each with immense love and understanding. She was always there to listen and guide them. She possessed that special gift, the gift of unbridled love. She was full of life with a pleasant, beautiful smile that brought you joy.
She is survived by her husband Bob, son Chuck, grandsons Wiley and Cole. She was preceded in death by her oldest son Rob, who passed away September 12, 2013. Dixie Dru, we loved you so.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Baylor University Memorial and Tribute Fund. Donations may be made either online at https://www.baylor.edu/give/index.php?id=49837&a=3&f=478SABE&PHPSESSID=151040f3e16bf2b90b3f98925d5e8a27 or by check. Please make checks payable to Baylor University and add Dixie Everett Hirsch in the memo line. Checks may be mailed to the following address: Baylor University University Development One Bear Place #97054 Waco, Texas 76798