of Paris, AR
February 27, 1936 - February 18, 2019
R.H. "Buddy" Hixson, 82, a resident of Paris, Arkansas passed away Monday, February 18, 2019, at his home after a long illness.
He was born on February 27, 1936, at Paris, Arkansas to the late Harold and Mary (Payne) Hixson. Buddy was a graduate of the Paris High School where he played football and basketball, ran track and played trombone in the high school band. In addition to his athletic and band involvement Buddy also played the piano. After high school, Buddy attended Arkansas Tech University and then graduated from the University of Arkansas School of Law. Upon completion of law school, he opened a law office in Paris where he continued his law practice for the next 55 years. He was a former municipal judge, completed legal work for several of the surrounding communities and served as the attorney for establishing numerous rural water systems.
Buddy was rated by his peers as an Av lawyer, which means he had the highest legal capability and integrity. He also was elected as representative for the constitutional convention of 1970.
Buddy was admitted to practice for all Arkansas courts including the Arkansas Supreme Court and Federal District Court for both the, Western and Eastern Districts of Arkansas. R.H. ''Buddy Hixson will always be remembered as honest, hardworking and dedicated.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ellen Hixson and a step-mother, Vivian Hixson.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Lona Hixson of Paris; three children, Scott Hixson of Paris, Kathy Johnson and husband, Todd of Bella Vista and James Hixson of Rogers; three step-children, Kenny Vines and wife, Lisa of Paris; Linda Mitchell and husband, Les of Paris and Chism Vines of Paris; a brother, James Hixson and wife, Ursula of Panama City, Florida; two cousins, Donald Hixson and wife, Shirley of Paris and Russell Brown and wife, Sandy of Paris; five grandchildren, Trevor Rounds, Jessica, Rachel and Rebecca Johnson and Kasey Embry; one great grandchild, Aahna Combs.
Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 22, 2019, at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Bill VanMeter officiating. Burial will be in Wright Cemetery east of Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Les Mitchell, Kenny Vines, Kevin Barham, Craig Cook, David Rush and Gary Fritsche.
The family is grateful for his dedicated friend and secretary, Sandra Hefley who was a blessing to Buddy and always had a caring spirit. Sandra and Buddy worked together in his law practice for over thirty five years. They would also like to thank the wonderful caregivers and Heart of Hospice, especially Cassie.
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25 Condolence(s)
Mary Margaret (Monty) Lowery
Saturday, February 23, 2019
My dears, I know this has been a long and hard time to go through. Seeing your loved one so sick and feeling so helpless. Although you will miss him greatly you can now visualize him with that smile again. Have known Buddy all my life and was always glad he loved his hometown of Paris enough to open his practice here and not leave to become a big city, big money lawyer. My thoughts and prayers are with you as I know your life will never be the same.
Charles and Tina Mosley
Friday, February 22, 2019
Our condolences to the family. Comfort and peace be with you. Buddy will be missed.
Susan E. Johnson
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Thoughts and prayers go with you all at this difficult time. Buddy will be greatly missed.
Robert L. McGehee
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
I knew Buddy for many years, and his wife Lona for even longer. I always though of him as a good man first, and a good lawyer second. I know he will be missed. My thoughts are with all of the members of his family and especially Lona.
Linda Hixson
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
My sincere condolences to all the family and friends during this difficult time of loss.
Kathleen Polumbo
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Thoughts and prayers.
Marc Glass
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Sorry for the loss of a great man, father and uncle.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family, he will be remembered and missed.
Mona McCoy
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
God bless you ðŸ™
Kathy
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. He will be missed.
Molly Campbell
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Lina, I am so sorry to hear of Buddy’s death. My prayers for your family.
Pattie Atchley
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Mr. Hixson was our attorney as well as our friend. He will be missed. Pattie Atchley
Celeste Fox
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
My Dad, his brothers and sisters grew up with the Hixson kids. I wish I could remember all Dad's stories about their playing together. I do know this. Buddy is joining the Chism Street gang who preceded him in death. What a reunion they must be having in heaven! My condolences to the family.
Joyce Friddle
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Jennifer Sutton
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I worked for Buddy the last 2 years of his life. He was a good man,he had his good days and his bad days & I enjoyed working for him. Working as his caretaker for quit some time had turned him into a friend not just a boss. Seeing him sick and in pain was sad but knowing he's not anymore is a relief. I'll miss you Buddy. â¤
Gerald Avance
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I didn't know Buddy well but met him once in regards to my grandpa Buck Avance estate. Me he rest in eternal peace with the Lord and my God watch over and protect his family.
Trish Hixson Collier
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Yvonne Hickman Moffet
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
God comfort you n your family in the loss of Buddy Hixson he was a good man n lawyer.
Sue McGee
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
You were one of a kind. There never was, nor will there ever be, anyone else like Buddy Hixson. You were a legend! Dependable, honest, hard working, funny, and with such a kind heart - when you wanted people to see it! I was one of those lucky few that got to see it. Thank you, Buddy, for being so very good to me over the years. Rest now, happy, whole and healthy. RIP.
Donna Griffin
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Lona and family,
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your peace and comfort during this time. May God bless!
Darlene Friddle Becker
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
So sorrow for the loss of your loved one. The family will be in my thoughts & prayers
Kathy Bullock
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Love and prayers!! My dad thought a lot about him.
Celeste Fox
Monday, February 18, 2019
My Dad, his brothers and sisters grew up with the Hixson kids. I wish I could remember the stories Dad told me about those days. I know this. Another member of the Chism Street gang is being welcomed by those who preceded him in death. I can only imagine what a reunion it must be! My condolences to the family he leaves behind.
Ina, David & Debbie Young
Monday, February 18, 2019
Lona and family,
The Young family sends our prayers of strength during this difficult time. Treasure the memories you have been blessed with.
Ina, David & Debbie Young
Ronnie & Millissia Jones
Monday, February 18, 2019
To Buddy family~~~We all know he is in a much better place. There aren't enough words to describe Buddy. He was a good friend of my parents Guyth & Ruth Rogers. They had a lot of good times together. He was our family lawyer and also for Ronnie's mom and dad. (C. M. and Melissa Jones). I know you all have great memories too! They are now your treasure. Prayers for his family/
Patsy Herndon
Monday, February 18, 2019
Lona, Iam sad to hear of Buddy passing away. I have lots of fond memories of you both. My prayers are with you and your family.