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Rheatha Yancey-Hix Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

RHEATHA YANCEY-HIX Celebration of Life Services for Mrs. Rheatha Yancey-Hix will be held Friday, February 3, 2006 at 11:00 AM at St. Paul AME Church, 1540 Pryor Rd., SW. Instate, 10:00 AM, Rev. Dr. Thomas L. Bess Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment, South View, Cemetery. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the church at 10:30 AM. She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving and committed husband, John S. Hix, Jr., sons, John S. III, Jerald S., and Jarrett S., sister, Roseland Y. McLarin, brother, Rodriquez L. Yancey III, uncles, Asa G. Yancey, Sr, M.D. (Carolyn "Margie"), and Alexander S. Williams, III, M.D. (Hatty), aunts, Myrna L. Yancey, Ola Grace Thomas (James S. Sr.), Constance Hill (John), Gloria Williams, and Celestine Williams, sisters-in-law, Lydia H. Peek, Birdie H. Carter, Sara H. Camp (Jimmy), Barbaralene H. Miller (James), Sherryl H. Bell and Linda H. Cody, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Viewing TODAY, 11 AM-9 PM, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Omega Omega Services including the family receving friends from 6-7 PM at Murray Brothers Cascade Chapel, 1199 Utoy Springs Rd., SW, (corner of Cascade Rd. near I-285) 404-349-3000. mbfh,com

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution from Jan. 30 to Feb. 2, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Rheatha Yancey-Hix

59 Entries

Ruth Reese

February 8, 2006

Dear Roseland and Family,

Words are inadequate and life is too short...yet love is eternal and memories comfort us.

Shirley McGee Fannings

February 7, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family on the loss of your loved one, my soror. I will always remember Rheatha's beautiful smile and pleasing personality. My prayers go out to the entire family.

Niki Miles

February 6, 2006

I would like to send my prayers to Mr. Hix and the boys. Thank you for being apart of our family and allowing my mother to have a buddy, and my daughter to have the best science project creator the world has seen. I will never forget the impact Mrs. Hix had on my mother helping her to realize a dream. Mrs. Hix is "good people" she says. I will remember her soft voice and kind heart, heaven has another angel. We are here if you need us.

Lori Jackson

February 6, 2006

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: I thank God for the season of knowing Mrs. Hix as an extraordinary mentor teacher. It is a blessing that will continue to be a treasure in the hearts of the many lives she touched.

God Bless!

Love, Lori Jackson

Patrick Thomas

February 6, 2006

To the Hix Family: Mrs. Hix was without a doubt one of the nicest people I have had the pleasure of knowing. She will truly be missed.... God's blessing to the family.

Marilyn Mundy-Woods

February 6, 2006

To Roseland and Family

Remembering you in prayer and trusting God's promises to comfort and strengthen you and your family in this time of loss. May God's presence be your peace.

"...For He hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee." Hebrews 13:5 KJV

Jamila Pass

February 6, 2006

To the family of Mrs. Hix:

My prayers are with you and I am sending my deepest symapathy to all of you. Always remember that God is there for you when it feels like no one else is.

Bobbie Pringle

February 5, 2006

Yvonne and I would like to express our sympathy in the passing of your precious wife. We are standing in the gap with you daily.

Phyllis Randall

February 3, 2006

If we ever wish to know angels for what they truly are...perhaps it is we who must first learn to fly.Rheatha has been a true Angel.My hart goes out to the Hix and Yancey Family.

Deborah Delores Smith-Scamorza

February 3, 2006

To the Yancey & Hix Families:

Dear Roselyn, sorry to hear about the loss of your sister just remember these words:

If I should ever leave you,

Whom I love

To go along the silent way,

Grieve not,

Nor speak of me with tears.

But laugh and talk of me

as if I were beside you there

For I will come-I'll come!

Would I not find a way,

Were tears and grief not be barriers?

And when you hear a song or see a bird I loved,

Please do not let your thoughts of me be sad.

For I am loving you just as I always have . . .

You who were so good to me!

There are so many thing I wanted still to do-

So many things to say to you . . .

Remember, please, that I did not fear death.

It was just leaving you that was so hard to face.

You cannot see beyond this life

But this you know . . . I loved you so

Never doubt that I am with you still!

For love does not die with the body

And nothing in heaven or on earth

Can keep apart those who love.

Brenda Twyner Robinson

February 3, 2006

Dear John, sons & Roselyn, I was so saddened to hear today of Rheatha's death. She was such a lovely human being. May God give you strength and cradle you in His arms during this difficult time. Very Sincerely, Brenda Twyner Robinson

Jacquelyn Pass

February 3, 2006

May God's ever abiding love and strength sustain you during this difficult time.

Jacquelyn Pass and Family

Kim Turner, Antonio Cost

February 3, 2006

May the peace of God which passes all understanding shine upon you, keep and comfort you. Continue to celebrate her in your heart and through your memories. Her smile, spirit and the love for her boys is what we will remember most about her.

Dutch Crouthamel

February 3, 2006

I am truly sadden about the passing of Mrs. Rheatha Yancey-Hix. I admired her for all the great accomplishments that she was able to achieve in her short life span. From her teaching career to the special way she care for her family. I will miss seeing her smiling face at the "Miracle League" baseball games. My sincere sympathy to her wonderful family.

Elder D'Jaris Canty

February 3, 2006

My prayers are with the Yancey and Hix families. I remember Rheatha from Southwest High School and how she was like a big sister to me my eigth grade year. She will be truly missed.

Elder D'Jaris Canty

Millicent Drake Norman

February 2, 2006

To Roseland, John and Family,

Rheatha will be remembered by old and new friends for her sweet and kind personality. May the many joyous memories that so many of us have of her keep her in your hearts forever.

Wil, Karen & Chad Johnson

February 2, 2006

May our most merciful God bless you all with peace and strength during your time of loss. Mrs. Hix will always be remembered for her kindness, love and giving spirit! The Sandtown Cubs (of the 1990's) and Fickett Elementary will miss her dearly!

Carolyn Rivers

February 2, 2006

To The Yancey-Hix Family,

You are in my prayers.

Haynes Pressley

February 2, 2006

Rheatha will live on in our hearts and spirits.Thinking of you with sympathy.

LaVonne Alioth

February 2, 2006

I am truly sorry for your loss. It was an honor to know Mrs. Hix and to teach your son. Your family is in my heart.

Sincerely,

LaVonne Alioth

Helen Jucks-Bowden

February 2, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Rheatha. We were debutants together. You have my deepest sympathy.

Jeanie Wood-Shuffett

February 2, 2006

My deepest regrets to you, Roseland, John, and other family members in the loss of of such a kind and simple heart.

Elder Carlita Booker

February 2, 2006

To the Family of our beloved

Mrs. Hix:

Be encouraged knowing that...

"Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection; and the life; she that believeth in me, though she were dead, yet shall she live:

And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die."

(St. John 11:25-26)

Cheryl Maxwell

February 2, 2006

To the Hix family:

May God bless you and give you peace in your time of sorrow.

Office of Academic Advisement

Atlanta Metropolitan College

Collie Burnett

February 2, 2006

John I was deeply sadden to read about the passing of your wonderful wife Rheatha. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

Collie

Mendie Archibong

February 2, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about this loss. Rethea was a great person. I pray God to keep her soul

mendie arechibong

James Jones

February 2, 2006

I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Rheatha.I'am a friend from Oglethorpe.My prayers go out to the family.May God bless.

Dahlia Williams

February 2, 2006

To the Nix and McLaurin Families:

My prayers are with you. I ask that God strengthen you durng this period. May you find the courage to face tomorrow in the love that surrounds you today. GOD'S PEACE BE WITH YOU.

Nicole H. Holmes

February 2, 2006

To the family of Mrs. Hix,

I was shocked and extremely saddened to hear that a phenomenon educator has part this world. Mrs. Hix will be greatly missed, but leaves behind a legacy of learning with the many students and colleagues that she interacted with. She will be remembered as a pioneer for educating students in the Ben Hill community.

Rosa McKnight

February 2, 2006

During my time as Asst. Principal at Fickett Elementary, I was blessed and honored to have worked with Rheatha. Her gentle, loving spirit and unwavering dedication will always be an inspiration to every life she touched.

Ruth Kimbu

February 2, 2006

The news of Mrs. Hix's passing hit me like a bolt of lightning. To me, Rheatha was not just a coleague - she was a friend. I have not been able to gather courage enough to call or go to sit with John and the boys but I am remembering her in my own quiet way. I will never forget the help she rendered me for the nine years that I taught at Fickett.

An angel has been added to heaven. I will greatly miss her!!

To the Hix and Yancey families, I share the loss and the pain of this great loss. Continue to pray for her soul to rest in peace with the Lord.

Beverly Worthy-Franks

February 2, 2006

To the Hix-Yancey Family: You are in my prayers.

February 1, 2006

Mrs. Rheatha Yancey-Hix, an angel sent from heaven to make a difference in the lives she touched. She will always be "teacher of the year". To the family; may God continue to bless and keep each of you in his care.

Linda and Joshua Washington

Jimmie Carter-Ellison

February 1, 2006

Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.” Rev. 14:13

We extend our deepest condolences to you at the passing of Mrs. Rheatha Yancey-Hix. We pray with and for you, that God will bless us with the peace that passes understanding. We rejoice with you in the life, light and love that embodied Mrs. Hix, and the shared hope that believers will live and reign with Christ (2 Tim. 2:10-12). Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

The Ellisons: Herman, Jan, Isiah & Joseph

Regina Simmons

February 1, 2006

To the Hix Family,

Put your trust in the Lord and he will keep you. You have my deepest sympathy in the passing of Rheatha.

Tanya Barrett

January 31, 2006

Dearest Hix family,

My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Rheatha was one of the very first people I met when I took a corporate transfer to work with some schools here locally. Words cannot express how much my life was touch by her kind and giving spirit. Rheatha was an angel on Earth and sure to be an angel in Heaven. My prayers are with you always.

Tanya

GIGI Hines

January 31, 2006

To the Hix Family:

I will keep you in my prayers. I will always remember the smile and the kind words Mrs. Hix had to say to lift my spirits each day.

With Deepest Sympathy

Jane Mosley

January 31, 2006

To the Hix Family,

I was so shocked to hear of her death. She taught both of my children and we all just loved her sweet warm spirit. We shall never forget her and we know that God has her now. Our prayers go out to your family,

Edward, Jane, Jasmine and Edward, III Mosley

Rose Favors Lawson

January 31, 2006

John,

My heart is full. I never dreamed that I would never see Rheatha again. If there is anything that I can do for you and the boys, feel free to call. My parents also, send their deepest sympathy. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.

Dr. & Mrs. Charles A. Harper III

January 31, 2006

We wish to express our sincere since of loss at the passing of Rheatha Yancey-Hix. May God continue to bless and keep you all.

Carol Ugonna

January 31, 2006

We love Mrs. Hix, but, God loves you most. We will miss you here. Your ever-hardworking, kind,and pleasant self will be seriously missed.

Rest In Peace

Alexis Moore

January 31, 2006

Please accept my most sincere condolences in the loss of your loved one, and one of my dearest friends. I'm so sorry we grew apart because of my being so far away, but I'll always remember Rheatha as a wonderful friend. We started in first grade together. She always stood by me when I needed her and got me through some rough times. I'll never forget her.

Love,

Alexis

Gracia Carroll

January 31, 2006

Knowing Rheatha and working with her at Thomasville Heights Elementary School was indeed a treat. Her soft voice and loving manner will not be forgotten. She saw her boys grow up to be young men. What a blessing! God is able and he will sustain you.

Leslie Bray

January 31, 2006

To the Hix and Yancey Families,

I am truly pained to hear about your loss! Mrs. Hix was my mentor teacher for the time I spent at Fickett Elementary. I learned a lot from her and know that she was a blessing to many people! I will keep you each in my thoughts and prayers!

Thomas Ford

January 31, 2006

To the Hix Family,

I send my prayers to you for strength and courage. I knew Rheatha to be a kind and gentle women. She gave her all and always had positive things to say and share with me. To that, I celebrate and hope that her kind spirit can serve as model for how I can live.

God Bless!

belinda thomas

January 31, 2006

We are sorry for your lost. My kids and I will surely miss her. We have only known her for about 2 years, but what she has done for the Fickett Family will be missed.

Stay bless, and we will keep you in our prayers.

Belinda, Kalyn and Kandace Thomas

Marion Fye

January 31, 2006

To the Hix family, you are in our prayers and thoughts.

Cheryl Stephens

January 31, 2006

Rheatha was such a kind and gentle person. She was completely dedicated to all that she loved - her family, her job and her friends. I am better person for having known her.

Dana & Benjamin McLaurin

January 31, 2006

Rheatha was a beautiful lady and we all loved her. May God be with you.

Tamika Boone

January 30, 2006

To The Yancey-Hix Family,

May PEACE be with all of you. Continue to PRAY for STRENGTH and God will comfort you.

I will truely miss Mrs. Hix. I enjoyed the times we shared as co-workers at Fickett Elementary School.

Kameshia and Darrell Watkins

January 30, 2006

Our prayers are with you in this moment of bereavement. Ms. Yancey-Hix always had a smile and we thank God for knowing her. She will be missed.

Former Fickett Students, Danielle, Darrell, & Kendalyn Watkins & The Watkins Family

Monica. Charles, Cameron and Kevon Peterson

January 30, 2006

To the Hix Family:

Mrs. Hix will be sorely missed at Fickett. My children had come to know her through the after school program and Gifted Field Trips. She was an inspiring person whom I admired very much. Whenever you saw Mrs. Hix she had a smile or something positive to say. My son, Cameron had such a wonderful time with her on his last Gifted trip. He said that he didn't know that "Mrs. Hix could be such a fun person."

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary, and they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

Retha Woolfolk

January 30, 2006

Your wonderful smile and and caring way with people will be missed. You will always be remembered as a special person.

Retha Woolfolk

D'Andre Hall / Jehovah's Witnessess

January 30, 2006

Jesus Christ is the one empowered by Jehovah God to redeem mankind. (Hosea 13:14) Jesus said: "I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life." (John 11:25) Jesus demonstrated his God-given power in this regard when he went to the tomb of Lazarus, who had been dead for four days, and restored him to life. (John 11:38-44) Just imagine the joy of those who saw this resurrection or others preformed by Jesus Christ!-Mark 5:35-42;Luke 7:12-16. May this account about Lazarus bring some joy to your family during this time of grief. Knowing that we all have hope of seeing our dead loved ones again.

Sharon Arnold

January 30, 2006

I will surely miss Rheathia Hix she was a blessing in disguise. I enjoyed the little time I had to get to know her. She will never be forgotten and will always be our hearts. The lord has her bundled under his wings now being protected as he has always kept her. To the boys you will always be in my prayers. Love you guys very much. Remember God is always there and he will bring you through this..

Catherine Finn Shanahan

January 30, 2006

To the Yancey-Hix family,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife and mother. Rheatha was a wonderful person. I had just moved from Albany, NY to Atlanta and got my very first teaching job at Fickett. Rheatha's classroom was next door to mine. She was a life saver to me. I would not have made it through that year without her. She was a constant source of inspiration to me. I use many of her ideas in my classroom today. I think of my first year of teaching often, and think of Rheatha. I am sad that she is gone, and that I never said goodbye to her. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Nicole Collier

January 30, 2006

To the Hix family you are in my prayers and thoughts.

Harvenia Parker

January 30, 2006

May God continue to bless the family at this hour. Mrs. Hix will be greatly missed. I just had the pleasure of talking with her in July,2005 and laughing about retirement. We worked together at Fickett Elementary School (APS) on the Second grade level (WONDERFUL BULLETIN BOARDS!) and many other committees. Rheatha was very talented and giving. She will be missed but remember, she is resting peacefully in the arms of the Almighty.(Matthew 5:4,Psalm 27:14,Psalm 121:1,and Proverbs 3:5,6) Just a few encouraging scriptures.

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