If anyone is wondering about Dorsey or Howard Dixon. I'm Howards great grandson. Yes both are dead. And Yes, to the question about the lyrics of his songs. He wrote everyone, in fact Roy Acuff and other such "artist" stole Dorsey's songs with out credit given. Roy Acuff stole "wreck on the highway" and "grey speckled bird". And If you need proof, come see us in Hamlet, NC. Howard's sons and daughter live here. And if you would like anymore info about Dorsey or Howard e-mail me at simplesol2003@yahoo.com   Have a great day!