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Yolanda Mixie Obituary
Daughter of the late Santo and Elvira Giunta, she was born Dec. 4, 1920, in Bronx, N.Y.
Mrs. Mixie was widowed in 1968, but worked hard at various jobs and as a homemaker to care for her family. She was an active member of Dunn's Corners Community Presbyterian Church in Westerly for almost 50 years. She later attended Grace Baptist Church in Milford, which her son pastors. Bruna enjoyed making quilts and other handmade items to give to friends and people in the community who were in need. She was a very generous, compassionate and energetic woman who will be dearly missed.
She is survived by her son, Joseph R. Mixie, and his wife, Sandra, of Milford and a daughter, Margaret J. Sposato, and her husband, Joe, of Idaho. Other survivors include six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews as well as friends who were like family to Bruna. She was predeceased by her brothers, Joseph and Armand, and sisters, Emma DiMauro, Rita Collea and Ada Troupe.
Family and friends may call on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad St., on the Green, Milford.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. in Grace Baptist Church, 400 Burnt Plain Road, Milford.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, Oct. 21, at 11 a.m. at River Bend Cemetery in Westerly, immediately followed by a memorial service at Dunn's Corner Community Church in Westerly
Memorial contributions may be made to Dunn's Corners Community Church, 221 Post Road, Westerly, RI 02891 www.codywhitefuneralservices.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Yolanda Mixie
Guy Niles
October 27, 2011
Taking a chance here! In the event that the Joe Mixie mentioned is the Joe Mixie from Westerly High School, Class of '74, We send along our hearfelt Condolences and Prayers to the entire Mixie family on the loss of this Great Lady. This is from The Niles Ranch in Kempner, Texas. If this is that "Joe Mixie", you came and visited me when I lost my Mom while we were still students at WHS. I'll never forget that kind Comrade and Team Mate coming to check up on me. God's Blessings on all of you!
The Niles Family
Laurie Luzzi
October 24, 2011
Bruna will be sadly missed by the Luzzi Family. She was a welcoming face for each of our children as they grew up in the Dunn's Corner Church family...at the daycare, after-school care and on Sundays. Bruna always had a big smile and a warm hug to offer. Always in a great mood...a wonderful example of "the cup is half full" attitude!
Kathy Kerns
October 20, 2011
I miss seeing Bruna on her daily walks to Walmart. Sometimes she'd come up from behind in the store, give us a whack on the arm, and say, "Hullo, McGee!" What a character! God bless you, Bruna - you gave us all lots of love.
Loretta Nelson
October 19, 2011
Bruna was an important friend of our family and will be missed terribly. Bruna was like a dear grandma to us.
Joyce Cook
October 18, 2011
Dear Joe,Margie and families;
I was so sorry to read of your Mother's death in the Westerly Sun this morning. Bruna was such a vital part of the Dunns Corners Church when I moved back to Westerly with my family. I will always remember how warm and friendly she was as well as her fun loving nature. I have not spent a lot of time in Westerly since my Mother died, but whenever I did attend church...there would be Bruna with that infectious smile to share with all.
Keeping all of you in our prayers.
With love, Joyce (McCollough) Cook
Eric Dreczko
October 18, 2011
To the Mixie family.... So sorry to hear about your mom passing. She was a dear friend to my mom for many years. Donna & I enjoyed visiting with her everytime we were in town. She was always so bright and cheerful... always looking at the bright side of everything. She will be missed and remembered for a very long time.
Amanda (Brown) Walsh
October 18, 2011
Dear Joe and Family...sorry to hear about your mother, I remember her watching your high school basketball games, she was a very nice woman. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
October 18, 2011
to the mixie family...you are in my prayers at this time. i will always remember bruna as the lively, energetic and spunky woman that she was. her sewing abilities were amazing. i remember how she just seemed to "whip up" some blankets for the vbs program. she will be missed by many.....sandy peccerillo (branford, ct)
susan murdock
October 18, 2011
Grandma Bruna will be missed by many. We will never take for granted the generosity and love she gave. She was a priceless neighbor and friend. I will never forget the first time I met Bruna. We were still moving into our house when she stopped by with candy and a vase filled with daffodils from her yard. I thanked her and told her how nice it was of her to stop by. She laughed and said Oh all the neighbors did this for me when I moved in. I thought how nice, When did you move in? Oh, about 40 or something years ago! Bruna continued to show up at the door with dinners for the family, flowers, candy for the kids, quilts and crafts made with love, or just for conversation. She brought so much love to the kids and I know she made a wonderful lasting impression on their lives. Thankful to have been a part of hers. We miss you!
Rob & Lori Guay
October 18, 2011
Bruna you will be missed you are my favorite neighbor. I will miss your visits to the house with peppermint patties. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Wendy (Young) Zecchino
October 17, 2011
Margie and family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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