Gene Porter, founder of Dixie's BBQ, dies

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Thought this might be of interest. The fellow who opened and ran Dixie's has died of cancer.

The fact that his family was willing to host our recent get-together, potentially stepping into trouble and controversy, when they were clearly dealing with the end-game of their patriarch's terminal illness, makes it all the more special.

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2011227470_bellevueporter02m.html

I've been going to Dixie's since they opened, and this man was an important part of the community here. He will be missed.

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I received this in my email today from LJ

[font="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, Serif"]Wanted to let all of you know that my Fathers service is on Monday March 8th. Viewing 9am til 11am, Service will follow at 11am burial at 2pm. It will be held at Overlake Christian Church at 9900 Willows Rd. NE Redmond WA 98052. He will then be buried at Tahoma National Cemetery. I Thank each of you for all the kind words and love that you showed my family and me. God Bless each of you.

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Nice folks and a super gent. My condolences to the family.

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A sad day to hear of good people passing. I hope the best forhis family and friends.

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My very deep condolences to the family of this honorable man. By the words of others here, I would have loved to meet him.

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Is there an address we can send a card?