Kyle Michael Hixon

Kyle Michael “Mike” Hixon, age 69, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026 at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. He was born April 10, 1957, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dolores Burgner Hixon and father Robert E. Hixon.

 Mike grew up in Pennsylvania, graduating from Chambersburg Area Senior High School in 1975. He enjoyed sports and choirs in school and church through out his growing up years and valued gatherings with family in Pennsylvania, especially those with his aunt, Barbara Herman, and family. Mike served his country for 18 years in the United States Navy, including active duty during the Gulf War. He spent much of his work career distributing food products including driving and selling with Pennsylvania favorites, Martins, and UTZ. He delighted in meeting people during his work travel and deliveries. Later in life “Mr. Mike”, a Greensville County school bus driver, safely transported children and youth to and from school and extra curricular events.

 A sports enthusiast, Mike could always be counted on for extended conversations about any college or professional game and especially those of his favorite teams, the Dallas Cowboys and the Baltimore Orioles. He was also a frequent spectator at car racing events over the years, especially NASCAR. Mike became a resident of Emporia, Virginia after meeting his longtime companion, Nancy L. Hill.

 In addition to Nancy, Mike is survived by two sons, Edward Don Hixon and Justin Robert Hixon; a granddaughter, Hannah “Jack” Hixon; three siblings, Stephanie A. Hixon (Terri Rae), Jeffrey L. Hixon, Steven S. Hixon (Kelly), two nieces and a nephew. He also leaves behind Dianne E. Hixon, his father’s widow; Barbara Herman (Randy), his father’s sister, and additional family and friends who will miss him.

 A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM with visitation at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Owen Funeral Home, 303 S. Halifax Rd, Jarratt, Virginia 23867. 

The family kindly requests that no flowers be sent. Persons are encouraged to submit personal memories to the obituary page and consider donating to a trusted charity or veterans support service in memory of Mike. The family would like to express appreciation to the doctors and staff at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital and the Suncrest Hospice care team. Gratitude is also extended to the staff of Regirer Park Health and Rehab in Richmond, Virginia as well as the community of Trinity Woods in Emporia, Virginia.