George Mixon
October 14, 1940 — January 20, 2011
George E. Mixon, 70, was born in Mabank, TX on October 14, 1940 to the home of Clarence J and Chesly Mixon; passed away on January 20, 2011. Mr. Mixon resided in Mabank most of his life. He worked as an auto mechanic for 15 years, and worked as an automobile insurance appraiser up until his retirement. He has been a member of Central Baptist Church in Mabank since the late 1960's.
His lifelong passion was drag racing, boating and spending time with family.
Mr. Mixon was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Margie Wood, Lois Dyess and Evelyn Mixon; brothers X.L. Mixon, I.V. Mixon, Clarence Mixon, Jr. and Olan Dene.
He is survived by his wife Joyce, daughters Sherrie Luman and husband James of Mabank, TX and Martha DeRusha and husband Darrell from Rice TX; one granddaughter Kimberly Mixon from Mabank, TX and one great granddaughter Payten Cowles. Also survived by three step daughters, Vicki Trammell, Sherrie Mills, Nita Hendrickson and three stepsons, Slade Mills, Batie Mills and Cody Mills, all from Louisiana; 21 step grandchildren, 8 step great grandchildren; Siblings A.J. Mixon and wife Dottie of Mabank, TX, Lillie Gage of Mabank, TX, Rheba Blanks and husband Troy of Irving, TX and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Central Baptist Church in Mabank, TX with Brother Kenneth Hensley officiating.