Johnny Dixon passes away

By: Chris | January 21st, 2009

Johnny Dixon, Aston Villa’s 1957 FA Cup winning captain, has passed away aged 85.

Johnny, who had been battling against Alzheimers disease, played over 400 games for Villa and lifted the Cup after the famous Final victory over Manchester United. He died in a care home in Tamworth, Staffordshire.

Johnny Dixon. December 10, 1923 – January 20, 2009. Rest in peace.

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• Rob |  January 21st, 2009 at 8:05 am

  
  
  

  Rest in Peace.

  Even my grandad, an avid Birmingham City supporter, talks about him in generous terms.

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• j |  January 21st, 2009 at 8:54 am

  
  
  

  My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

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• connor |  January 21st, 2009 at 11:42 am

  
  
  

  Rest in peace Johnny … AVFC FOREVER .

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• Ray Smythe |  January 21st, 2009 at 12:08 pm

  
  
  

  I am 51, he was my Dad’s favourite player – Dixon, Talbot and Tate! I had the immense and undeserved pleasure of playing against him when he played for the Villa Old Stars. Even at 57 he was amazing. He played till he was 72. I told him about my Dad and he was gracious and kind. A real gentleman. Thank you Johnny, Thank you for everything

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