Rodney R. Hixon

Rodney R. Hixon, 73, of Sycamore, Pa. and formerly of Jefferson, Pa. passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 in his home.  He was born November 12, 1949 in Pontiac, Mich., a son of the late George R. and Elma L. (Mundell) Hixon.  Rodney resided in Sycamore for the past 31 years and was a 50 year member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 461, Waynesburg, Pa.  He worked at the Gateway Coal Mine, the U. S. Steel Clairton Mill Works, Clairton, Pa. and later as an overnight stocker at the Walmart in Washington, Pa. Rodney enjoyed yard work and attending flea markets.  On July 1, 1967, he married Diana D. Davis, who survives.

Also surviving are a son, Daniel R. Hixon of Jefferson; three daughters, Tammy S. Miller (Worley) of Kingwood, W. Va., Consuela L. Hixon of Sycamore and Michelle K. Hixon of Washington; four grandchildren, Jennifer, Andrew, Markitta and Justin; five great grandchildren, Isaac, Ethan, Eli, Adaline and Violet and several nieces and nephews.  Deceased are a brother, Randy L. Hixon and two sisters, Drucilla E. "Angel" Taylor and Lois E. Vernon.

Family and friends are welcome from 5 to 7 P.M. on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in the Yoskovich Funeral Home, Carmichaels, Pa.

Private interment will take place at Muddy Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.