Charles "Chaz" James Dixon, 27, passed away on November 30, 2016 in Starkville, MS. He was a native of New Orleans, La., a student at East Mississippi Community College, and a cook at Restaurant Tyler in Starkville.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles John Dixon, II.

He is survived by his mother, Lynn Dixon of Starkville, MS; sister, Jacque Hollifield of New Orleans, La.; aunt, Anne Cantwell of Starkville, MS; and numerous other family members and friends.

Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, December 4, 2016 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Welch Funeral Home in Starkville.