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Kenneth Hixson Obituary

Kenneth Loren Hixson, age 60, of Mechanicsville, Va., and formerly of Columbus, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, May 22, 2005. He is survived by his parents, Ken and Beulah Hixson; his wife of 36 years, Barbara Hixson; three children, Melinda Tellings and husband, Ferdinand, Bryan Hixson and wife, Dana, and Kenny Hixson; three grandchildren; one sister, Judy Ridenour; and one brother, Marvin Hixson. Mr. Hixson was a 20-year employee of AMF and a member of Rural Point Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, having served in Vietnam. He will be sorely missed by everyone. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., immediately followed by funeral services at 5 p.m. Burial will take place in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, May 28.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on May 24, 2005.

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edna torain

May 25, 2005

my deepest condolences to you and your family at this time,we are praying for you and the family.

laverne easter

May 25, 2005

babara and family, my heart and sympathy go out to you and your family at this difficult time. please know that god love you and yours. i'm sorry to hear that your world have left you. i know how much ken loved you and how much you loved ken. keep god in your heart and prayers. i will pray for you for strength and courage. your easter bunny

Kari Smith (from LBC / LCS)

May 25, 2005

It's weird to remember now that I'm, but I remember from youth years that when church services were over, I would go back to the back of the church to see the Mr & Mrs Hixon because they were wonderful, friendly, genuine people (and because Mr Hixon would crack my neck :). Mrs Hixon - you are in my thoughts and prayers, and although words may seem little comfort right now, I hope that God's peace helps to fill that void like nothing else can. Melinda, Bryan, and Kenny - I can't pretend to understand your loss, but pray that you guys can be strong in support of each other and your mom right now. My prayers are with all of you.

Mark Kilpatrick

May 24, 2005

To the Hixson family,

I have worked with Ken for the last 10 years and spent time with him on his many successful road show trips for AMF. Ken was always an upbeat smiling face when things were stressful and always set the pace on working hard. He will be greatly and sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

John Suddarth

May 24, 2005

Dear Barbara, Melinda, Bryan, Kenny and family, I am deeply sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I fondly recall all the many times Ken and I worked together, all over the world. He was a great colleague, proud father, loving husband, and outstanding engineer. I am travelling and unable to attend the gathering on Wednesday so I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Gene Yandle

May 24, 2005

Barbara & family, I worked with Ken at AMF and he was a good man. He will be sorely missed by everybody at work and I am truly sorry for you loss.

Kasi (Smith) Grosvenor

May 24, 2005

Barbara, Melinda, Brian, Kenny and family:

I remember fondly the times when your family welcomed our family into your home. Ken was such a genuine individual and our family appreciated the friendship and fellowship we had with you.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss and I will keep your family in my prayers.

Kasi (Smith) Grosvenor

(formerly from LBC)

Robert, Diana, and Natalie Thomas

May 24, 2005

Bryan, Dana, Drew, and Nathaniel,

Our deepest condolences in the passing of your father/grandfather.

May the comfort that he is now with the Lord be with you.We are praying for your family.

Thomas Walters

May 24, 2005

You have our family's deepest sympathy. Our son "Tommy" spent many days and nights with your family. He always enjoyed joking with Ken. Ken always made Tommy feel welcomed. Thank you for sharing this precious soul with us.

Tony Sager

May 24, 2005

I worked directly with Ken some time ago and indirectly for a few years now. For several years, I've sent him an email on November 10th wishing him a Happy Birthday not because that was his actual birthday, but because he and I are both former Marines and November 10th is the birthday of the Corps. I have always considered him a "Brother" as I do all my friends that served in the Corps and he will be missed. My life is richer having known him, even for this little amount of time. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

KEVIN,TAMMY,BARRY&ASHLEY LAWHORNE

May 24, 2005

BRYAN,DANA,& KIDS

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Lynn Kaufman

May 24, 2005

Barbara and family,

I worked with Ken at AMF for 5 years, and Kenny may still have my dog, Blue. Since leaving AMF, I have often thought of the many things I learned from Ken while working with him on HPL production and installation. He taught me how to install a lane on site in North Carolina and I will never forget the experience of watching him work with a crew of people! Ken's patience and thoughtfulness was a gift to many people. He has always been a treasure in my heart and I know that you will miss him deeply.

Blessings to all of you; please know that you are all in my prayers.

Lynn

Paul & Veronica Rosso

May 24, 2005

What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. Psalms 56:3



My dear Mrs. Hixson, My heart goes out to you. Mr. Hixson was a great man of God, a loving husband, a wonderful father and a caring friend. We will miss him so. May you put your strength in Him, for He is Lord. We Love You!

Rachal and Scott Sager

May 24, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

May 24, 2005

I only knew Ken for about 4 years but in that time, I learned quite a bit from him- he was a wealth of knowledge. I am sure he will be sorely missed by those who worked with him at AMF and all who knew him.

David Goins

May 24, 2005

Barbara, My deepest sympathy to you and the family. Ken was a pleasure to work with. He will be sorely missed at AMF.

Roberta Smith

May 24, 2005

Ken was a hard working, kind man. Great person to work with and will be missed dearly.Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Sandy Eller

May 24, 2005

Mel and Ferdie:

You have my deepest sympathy.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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