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Robert Pixton Obituary
12/13/1928 - 9/17/2011
Our loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away peacefully in his home on September 17, 2011. Robert Allen Pixton is survived by his wife, Eunice and their four children, Robert Lenz (Miriam), Jeralyn (Tom), Lisa, and Brent Allen (Angela); 13 grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
Robert was born December 13, 1928, in Vernal, Utah, to Robert Leroy and Emma Schmidt Pixton; he was 82 years old. He was the eldest living son of twelve children. Robert attended Draper Park School, Jordan High School, and received his bachelor's degree from Utah State University in Education. He earned his master's degree from the University of Utah in Education Administration. He served in the LDS Northern States mission. On August 21, 1952, he married his sweetheart, Eunice Ellen Hunt in the Salt Lake Temple. He served in the Air Force in California from 1954-56 at which time they moved back to Utah.
He was an avid educator for thirty years and taught for the Jordan School District at Mt. Jordan Middle School, Union Middle School, and Hillcrest High School. He served as a Jordan River Temple ordinance worker for 16 years. In 1993-94 Robert and Eunice served a mission in the Baton Rouge Louisiana Mission. The family wishes to extend special appreciation to Dr. Thomas Edwards, the staff at St. Marks Hospital, and Charlee Piner from Community Nursing Services.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the Eastridge 8th Ward Chapel at 1020 E. Sunburn Lane, Sandy. A viewing will be held at Goff Mortuary, 8090 S. State St., Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning at the chapel from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the funeral. Interment will be at the Sandy City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to the LDS Church Perpetual Education fund.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Pixton
Kerri L Cheney
May 5, 2025
Mr. Pixton was my favorite teacher. He knew his science VERY WELL.... and I always said he was my favorite teacher and that is still true. He knew my dad, who taought industrial arts for West Jordan Jr. High school students... also. Theymay have known each other being so close in age and atending the same high school and both went to the same college. He will always be my favorite teacher.... I became a teacher, too. .... no one will ever be the teacher he was...... he made me LOVE science. I wish I had taken sewing from Eunice,his wife. She was alovely.... Kerri Anderson..... Sandy, UT
Chalyse Clark Gillespie
September 26, 2011
Dear Mrs. Pixton,
I have held you in my thoughts and heart for over 20 years--wondering how you were. I am so sorry for your loss, but know that you are now looking forward to your reunion someday.
I am filled with appreciation for your self-less service as my teacher. I always wanted you to know that you gave me so much more than sewing skills! I think of you often and send my love.
September 25, 2011
Dear Eunice,
I was saddened to hear of Robert's passing. Heavenly Father does give us challenges when he takes our loved ones away, doesn't he? I have such great memories of the two of you. I'm certain you have some wonderful memories to cherish of the remarkable years you spent together. My life has been enriched through my association with both of you.
May the Lord bless you with peace and good health for the coming years.
With love,
Elizabeth Burton (aka Hodson)
Kerry Thompson
September 25, 2011
Bro Pixton was an iconic figure of my youth in the Draper 2nd Ward. He was an example to me of what it means to both live and teach the values that we hold so dear. Although he will be missed, I have learned from him that truly living the gospel includes a strong personal conviction and an application of that conviction within the family and an expression of that conviction to those you love. For nineteen years we have lived and served, worked and prayed with those residents of Michigan that he grew to love when he served here on His mission. My love to all of you.
Sheri Atkinson Copier
September 25, 2011
Jeralyn and Robert,
My prayers are with you and your family during this tender time. My the Lord give you peace. Your father must a been a great person for he raised to wonderful children! I am glad that I know you both!
Ann Peart
September 24, 2011
Dear Eunice - We were so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. Even though Arnold now has Alzheimers he still recalled many memories of his friendship with Robert from High School days until the Jordan River Temple days.. We send our love and condolences to you and pray you will feel comfort in knowing of the love and fondness that so many feel for you and for Robert. Ann & Arnold Peart
September 23, 2011
Dear Eunice & Family,
We know there is no way to lesson the sorrow of the passing of your special Robert but please know that we care very much and we pray God's blessings to be with you and all of your family to give you strength and comfort at this difficult time.
What special memories you must have of the happy times spent with him. Treasure all of your beautiful memories. Rejoice in the knowledge that you will be together again
Eunice, we enjoyed serving in the Jordan River Temple
with you and Robert. Both of you were great examples to us.
Sending our love and deepest sympathies.
Leon and Mary Miller
RoLayne Bury
September 23, 2011
Aunt Eunice and my dear cousins, I don't know if I will make it up there to be with you. My memories of time with you on the farm are most cherished. I hope you know that I love you all and I will miss Uncle Robert but only for a little while. We are an eternal family!
September 23, 2011
DEAR PIXTON FAMILY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. BROTHER PIXTON WAS MY NINTH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER HE WAS A GOOD TEACHER. HE WILL BE MISSED. MRS PAULINE FITZGERALD, DRAPER UTAH
Erin Nelson
September 22, 2011
I always love hearing the stories from Dad about growing up with his older brother - doesn't matter how many times I hear them, it still makes me smile. Uncle Robert really surprised me once, I think it was at Lisa's wedding. He came right up to me and gave me huge hug and kiss on the cheek - practically picked me up off the ground. I was speechless - very uncharacteristic of him. This came from the man that said that he would "skin me alive" if I kept spinning in his swivel chair. Awesome man. Awesome Uncle.
September 22, 2011
Dear Eunice and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you this week and throughout the coming months.
Emalee, Breanne and Blake - keep your memories close, write them down. In years to come you will find much joy in them!
My love to all of you.
Taunie Cavanaugh
September 22, 2011
Dear Eunice and Family, May the Lord bless you with comfort and peace during this time of your sorrow. Lynnae Stringham (formerly Soper)
Carroll Dolson
September 22, 2011
Dear Eunice: It was so nice to talk to you this morning. I have great memories of teaching with Robert at Hillcrest and then, working with the two of you personally. I always felt that he was one of the "best" educators I had the opportunity of knowing. And, I always appreciated his way; soft, caring and sincere. Blessings to you and your family with your loss of Robert and may you be comforted in the days to come. Warmest regards, Carroll Dolson
September 22, 2011
Dear Eunice,
Our love and prayers are for you and your family at this time of sorrow. We have many fond memories of you and Brother Pixton and your family. Harold served with him in the temple and loved the association he had with him. We love you and appreciate your example and faithful service to your family and in the Lord's work. May He bless you and comfort you. May you find joy in Brother Pixton's example and memories.
Love, Sybil & Harold Bullock
Syracuse, Utah
Linda Boyle West
September 22, 2011
I am very sad to hear of Mr. Pixton's passing. He was one of my favorite teachers and instilled in me a love of science. His gift for teaching touched countless lives. I wish his family peace and comfort.
Jan (Roden) Hunt
September 21, 2011
Dear Eunice and family,
A faithful son has gone home to his reward. It was an inspiration to see the two of you so faithfully fulfilling your temple assignment over the years. May your faith support and sustain you as you continue on for a while without his earthly companionship. And may you remember without doubt the joys that await you because of lives well lived. My love to you and yours.
Joyce Howlett Broderick
September 21, 2011
To Robert Pixton, my date for the Senior Prgressive as a senior in High School. It was held in the Hotel Utah. It brings back memories every time I go there.
Sincerely Joyce Howlett Broderick
Marrdy Baxter-Goehring
September 21, 2011
Mr. Pixton is a great teacher who touched my life forever. He made me love Biology and learning. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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