Susan Hixson

March 2, 1946 - April 8, 2016

Susan Lee Hixson, 70 passed away peacefully Friday, April 8, 2016 surrounded by loved ones at Garden Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born March 2, 1946 to Reed H. Hixson and Mary L. Turner in Arkansas City, Kansas. Susan graduated from NKC High School in 1964 and went on to earn a degree in education at CMSU. After teaching PE, Driver's Education and Coaching for several years, she went on to work at and retire from the US Post Office in KCMO. Susan was active in her church and sang in its choir. She was passionate about all animals and was an avid sports fan. She is preceded in death by her parents; step-father, Glen Turner; siblings; Michael Hixson and Mary Tucker. She is survived by her nieces, Tonya Tucker, Amy (Jess) Vandreau, and Melinda (Mike) Miller, Nephew, Scot Hixson; and many beloved great nieces, nephews, other family and friends. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 13th at 4:00pm at the First Christian Church in North Kansas City, Missouri; 2018 Gentry St; NKC MO 64116. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Crossroads Hospice or her beloved church, First Christian Church NKC.