Ginna Dix’s untimely and unexpected passing has left her family, friends, and colleagues with deep sorrow and mourning. Her cause of death has not been revealed.
Highlights
- Ginna Dix, a 48-year-old nurse practitioner and former athlete, passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2025, leaving behind her husband, Matthew Dix, and a loving family.
- She was a dedicated healthcare professional, working in oncology at the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care and MaineHealth Franklin Memorial Hospital.
- Ginna was a former standout field hockey and basketball player at Gardiner Area High School.
Ginna Dix, a beloved nurse practitioner, former athlete, and devoted family woman, passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2025, at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Ginna, 48, a native of Augusta, Maine, and a Gardiner Area High School graduate, is survived by her husband, Matthew Dix, her loving family, and a community that deeply valued her warmth, dedication, and kindness.
Ginna’s Personal Life Was Centered Around Her Family
On September 22, 2001, she married Matthew Dix, a television personality known for his role in the popular show Maine Cabin Masters.
The couple shared a deep bond, often spending time at their home in Rangeley, Maine, with their three dogs, Quimby, Dodge, and Asher.
Ginna cherished moments at their camp, where she enjoyed listening to music, sipping Prosecco, and reading books.
Matthew Dix, who is widely known as “Dixie” on Maine Cabin Masters, often spoke fondly of his wife.
The couple’s love story began in 2000, and their marriage was a source of strength and joy for both of them.
Ginna is survived by her husband, Matthew; her father and stepmother, Wayne and Joyce Flagg; her mother and stepfather, Nanci and Robert Kittredge; and her sisters, Nicole Jehlen and Stephanie Freeman.
She also leaves behind her godparents, Paula Bellavance Thomas and Mike Eldridge, and countless friends who regarded her as family.
Ginna Was A Standout Athlete In High School And Beyond
Ginna Dix, born Ginna Flagg on November 7, 1976, grew up in Augusta, Maine, as the daughter of Wayne Flagg and Nanci Stitt Kittredge.
She attended Gardiner Area High School, where she excelled in field hockey and basketball, earning a reputation as a determined and talented athlete.
Her love for sports extended beyond high school. She also participated in Outward Bound, an outdoor education program that reflected her adventurous spirit.
After graduating from Gardiner in 1995, Ginna pursued a career in nursing, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from St. Anselm College in 2000.
She later obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Purdue University in 2018, becoming a certified Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
Ginna’s career was marked by her compassion and expertise, particularly in oncology.
She worked at the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care and MaineHealth Franklin Memorial Hospital, where her care and dedication touched countless lives.
Ginna Will Be Deeply Missed By All Those Who Knew Her
Ginna’s passing has left a profound impact on her community.
A colleague at the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care wrote on Facebook,
Every now and then, you encounter those rare souls who don’t sugarcoat their words yet have a heart brimming with compassion, ever ready to embrace others with kindness and a nonjudgmental spirit. As a nurse practitioner she was willing to have difficult conversations with her patients.
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Ginna Dix was that person.
Ginna Dix’s life reflected her values: love, service, and dedication.
From her days as a high school athlete to her career as a nurse practitioner, she approached every challenge with grace and determination.
Her family has requested that contributions be made to the Kennebec Valley Animal Shelter in lieu of flowers, a cause close to Ginna’s heart.
Additional Information
- Her family has not revealed Ginna’s cause of death.
- A gathering for family and friends will be held on February 16, 2025, at the Augusta Elks Lodge, where loved ones will celebrate Ginna’s life and legacy.
