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James William "Jim" Mixon Sr.

James Mixon Obituary

MIXON James "Jim" William Mixon, Sr., 78, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2006 at Shands Hospital of Jacksonville, FL. Jim was born on August 7, 1928 in Ray City, Georgia to Mr. William Franklin Mixon and Ollie Viola Carter Mixon. He was a deacon and charter member of Highlands Baptist Church, served in the United States Army, and a member of the Masonic Ezra Lodge #67. Jim is survived by his wife of 28 years, Teretha Mixon; 3 sons, James William Mixon, Jr., Gary Forte (Adriana), and Wallace Forte; 2 daughters, Teresa M. Gourley and Suzee Miller; 1 brother, Raymond Mixon; 1 sister, Dolly Tyson; 4 grandchildren, Trista Ketles, Sarah Stubbs, Sandy Gourley and Aaron Mixon; 1 great-grandchild, Madeline Ketles and many nephews, nieces, and cousins. The family visitation to greet friends will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at Hardage-Giddens Main Street Funeral Home Chapel (4315 Main St.) Jacksonville, FL. 32206. Funeral Service will be on Thursday,September 7, 2006 at 2:00pm at Highlands Baptist Church (2159 Broward Rd.) Jacksonville, FL. 32218 with Rev. Arthur Taylor officiating. Burial will be at Chapel Hills Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please send memorials in memory of James "Jim" William Mixon to Highlands Baptist Church building fund. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Sep. 5, 2006.

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JoAnn Mixon/Ochotorena

September 8, 2006

We are all saddened by the loss of our beloved Uncle JW. May Theretha and family find strength in one another during this difficult time. The service for Uncle JW was very moving. It is evident that he was blessed with many kinds of family. His family of brothers from his membership in the Masons paid him a wonderful tribute at his furneral that was touching. His church family was wonderful in embracing his extended Mixon family members gathered to honor him. His Church was always such a central part of his life and we can see why. Thank you for the memories Uncle ... and rest in peace.

All our Love... JoAnn & Family

Ann Haynes

September 7, 2006

Mrs. Mixon and family. My deepest sympathy is extended to you all. Mr. Mixon was very much "a true and faithful servant". God bless.

Ann Long Haynes

Marlene Zipperlen

September 7, 2006

Dearest Cousins and Teretha,

Some of my fondest memories are of the times the Charlie Mixon family visited and stayed with Uncle J.W. and yall in Jacksonville. What a tremendous legacy we all have together. Our sorrow is great today because a good man has gone to his Maker, but the sorrow is for our own loss. I regret the distance of my home at times like these because I am not there to share in the strength of each family member, and more importantly to hear of the wonderful memories of the Mixon family and Uncle J.W.'s life with them. We love each of you, and we share your tears and heartaches. May God help each of you to resolve the loss of your father and husband, and turn that resolve into spending more time with each other in loving memory of his best gift to the world...each of you. Love to you all, Marlene, Paul and family.

LEE,DAVID & LOLA SHROUT

September 5, 2006

YOUR MEMORIES WILL LAST FOREVER.

Charlie Mixon Jr.

September 5, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Michael Nolan

September 5, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mixon family. Uncle JW will be missed but not forgotten. I'm certain he's in a much better place and at peace. He and Grandpa (Charles) are probably hunting or fishing in heaven right now...

Scherry Picco

September 5, 2006

Dearest Teretha

My deepest condolences in losing JW.

I know how much you loved him, and how much your life was wrapped up in him. You were more than his wife, you were his best friend.May our Lord and Savior wrap his everlasting love around you, and may you find peace and comfort as you lay your head upon his chest. the Lord is our strength. God bless you and your family.Your in my thoughts and prayers, your sister in Christ.

Sandra Lee

September 5, 2006

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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