John Mixon Obituary

John Mixon passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010, following a heart attack suffered Sunday, March 28, while playing tennis.
Visitation: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 3, at Moore Funeral Home.
Memorials: ASPCA or a charity of choice, in lieu of flowers.
John was born Nov. 2, 1950, to John Garland and Ava Lindsey Mixon in Moultrie, Ga. He graduated from Mercer University in 1971 and Mercer University Law School in 1974.
On May 26, 1974, John married Penny Miller, and their journey to Arlington began. The first stop was Alexandria, Va. In the U.S. Army JAG Corps, John was an appellate attorney stationed at Baileys Crossroads, Va. During this time, John graduated from George Washington Law School with an LLM in taxation. Following military service, he began work as a trial attorney with the Department of Justice, Tax Division. John and Penny welcomed daughter Brooke in October 1979. Three months later, they arrived in Dallas, where John began work with the Dallas office of the Department of Justice. In October 1982, John and Penny welcomed their second daughter, Paige. Private practice followed, as well as a move from Dallas to Fort Worth. In July 1984, John and Penny welcomed their third daughter, Shelley. They moved to Arlington in June 1990 and finally stayed put. John formed his own law firm, John D. Mixon, P.C., in 1997 and served as counsel to Foster & Sear and Hall & Mixon law firms. Tennis provided John much joy and many happy memories, from couples' trips to Lakeway, guy trips to Newk's, to the regular Monday and Wednesday groups at TCU. John also served as captain of many USTA teams, including two this spring.
John was preceded in death by his parents and beloved daughter, Paige.
Survivors: Wife, Penny; daughters, Shelley Mixon and Brooke Mixon; son-in-law, Ronnie Hall; brother, Scott Mixon; sister, Joyce Mixon of Moultrie, Ga.; and his four-legged family, Libby, Kebi, Doc Holliday and especially Wendy.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Apr. 2, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for John Mixon

13 Entries

December 28, 2012

Dear Mixon Family, I just learned today of the huge loss of Johnny Mixon. I was his secretary many years ago, but I've never forgotten such a wonderful man to work for. He was a joy to work with and be around and I know you must miss him terribly. You are in my prayers. I promise you he will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to you. Love, Lee (Newton) McGlothlin Keller, TX

August 18, 2011

Dear Mixon Family,
I am so sorry to learn belately of John's death. He was one of my very best friends in high school tho sadly we had not been in contact for years. I knew him as Johnny and we shared many youthful adventures. We walked from Moultrie to Tifton once which was about 27 miles. We shared a few beers camping out and yet managed to stay on top of our studies. John and I were two of Moultrie High's National Merit Scholars. I was at his wedding in Macon in 1969?
I can't believe he's gone.
God bless you all.

Lamar Boman
119 Massengale Road
Brooks, GA 30205

Steve Norton

October 28, 2010

I just saw this reported in the alumni magazine. I am very saddened by Johnnny's passing, and feel for you all in your time of grief.He was always a great friend and will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.

Cyndi Noonan

April 27, 2010

Penny, Brooke, and Shelley,
I still can't believe John is gone. As you already know, he was a wonderful man with a quick wit, a light in his eyes, and an open heart and home for those less fortunate. We have many wonderful memories. I still have your family in my thoughts and prayers

Ann Mayes

April 7, 2010

Dear Penny, Brooke and Shelley,
We were stunned and saddened to hear about the significant loss of your husband and dad. John was a good friend and legal advisor to our family for many years. He provided such comfort to our family during the loss of our parents. John was a wonderful man who cared deeply for his family, friends and furry friends. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a keen intellect. We had planned a trip back to Arlington this spring to visit friends and were pending lunch with John. He will be sorely missed. Penny, although we are physically here in Colorado, our spirit is with you and yours. Take good care...Curtis, Ann, Ryan and Matthew Mayes

Jean & Mark Stafford

April 5, 2010

Penny, Brooke & Shelley,
You are all in our prayers at St James Episcopal Church in Macon, GA. Our thoughts have been with you during the past week. May Light Eternal shine on John and bring him Peace!

Gene Schulte

April 4, 2010

Penny, I was saddened to learn of John's passing. My prayers are with you now.

Kathi Aldridge

April 4, 2010

Dear Mixon family,

May God be with you in your time of sorrow. May the memories you have help ease your pain.

With deepest sympathy,
your FedEx lady

David Webb

April 4, 2010

Penny, Brooke, & Shelley, Steve Patterson just sent me the news. I am so saddened for you; I do know your pain. Time is the major thing that will help, but that isn't very comforting now. Celebrate John's life but don't worry about him; he is ok. I have come to believe that dying isn't hard on the person who dies; but it is hell on those left behind. Take care of yourselves & know you are in the hearts & minds of your friends.

Diane Dillman

April 2, 2010

Penny,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I will be keeping your family in my prayers.

Tommy Honeycutt

April 2, 2010

I was saddened to read about John's death this morning. I'm not sure if you remember me or not. My name is Tommy, I painted your house several times. Of all the customers I've had over the years, you were one of the few families I have never forgotten. I remember the girls running around the house in their nightgowns, laughing and playing. You were one of the nicest, friendliest families I have ever had the privelege to work for. I was also sorry to hear about Paige's accident. It broke my heart to hear about her death. There are some things that we never get over, but with God's help we can get through them.
Tommy Honeycutt
P.S. this is a poem my wife wrote when my dad died. I hope it brings you some comfort.
Why do we cry
When a loved one passes away
We weep and we mourn
And ask God for one more day
We tell Him there wasn't enough time
To tell them just how we felt
We say it wasn't fair
This hand that we were dealt
But the tears we shed aren't for our loved one
He can't see them hit the ground
No, we cry selfishly
Because we want him still around
But given the choice between Heaven and earth
Where do you think he'd rather be
In a body wracked with pain and suffering
Or fishing beside the Crystal Sea
So cry because you'll miss him
Mourn because you can't see his face
But walk hand in hand with Jesus
And you'll meet him in that better place

Steve Patterson

April 2, 2010

Penny, Brooke, & Shelley ... I know there is little that can be said at a time of great loss like this. My father suddenly passed away at 58, and it seemed so surreal. All I can say is remember the good times with John ... the tennis, the trips, the movies, the rescue dogs, and his great wit ... and know that we are thinking about you guys. Love, the Patterson's

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