March 8, 1950 - May 17, 2024
Visitation
Friday, May 31st from 5-7 pm and Saturday June 1st from 1-2 pm at Moreland Funeral Home
Service
Saturday, June 1st at 2:00 pm at Moreland Funeral Home
David J. Hixon, aged 74 of Westerville, Ohio, passed away after a short illness on May 17, 2024. David was preceded in death by his father, R. Joe Hixon; mother, Geneva (Williams) Hixon of Lima, Oh.; daughter, Dr. Jennifer L. Mangino of Cincinnati, Oh.; brother, Mark A. Hixon, Esq. of Taylor, Mi. and sister-in-law, Beverly (Price) Ware of Phoenix, Az..
He is survived by wife, Brenda J. (Price) Hixon; daughter, Emily (Hixon) Patrick, Esq. and her husband Matthew; son-in-law Michael J. Mangino; grandchildren, Michael David and Thomas Mangino as well as Maxwell, Bellamy, and Miller Patrick; sisters-in-law, Glenda (Price) Warner and Lisa (Hendershot) Hixon; nephew, Jeffrey Ware; niece, Julie Ware; as well as many life-long friends.
David was born in Olney, Illinois on March 8, 1950 and later moved to Lima, Ohio where he graduated from Lima Bath High School in 1968. He attended Dennison University and earned a Bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University in 1973. David spent a career in banking.
David's love for Buckeye football was second only to Brenda and they were married in 1974. His children and grandchildren meant the world to him. Nothing made him happier than spending time with his family, especially on vacations to the mountains, but he was also known for his life-long passion for tennis, love of reading, and time spent with friends playing cards. His family has so many wonderful memories made together.
Friends may visit Friday, May 31, 2024, 5-7 pm and Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 1-2 pm with funeral service immediately following at 2 pm at Moreland Funeral Home at 55 E. Schrock Road in Westerville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ronald McDonald House, Make-A-Wish Foundation, or a charity of your choice.
Condolences
Denisha - Nov 1, 2024
Sending my condolences to your entire family.
Jim Smith - Jun 1, 2024
Dear Hixon Family. I knew Dave from playing pickleball together at the Westerville Community Center over the last year and a half. I was so sorry to hear of his sudden passing. He was a wonderful person and I enjoyed talking with him and getting to know him. He will be greatly missed. Dave and I discussed some of the physical issues he has faced, but he was always upbeat about "today". I will miss our talks and sharing time with him. I won't miss trying to return his wicked forehand shot that made him such a good pickleball player!
Norwin Mergler - May 29, 2024
I joined the Golden Buckeye tennis this season. I played on David’s court. What a wonderful individual. He was always smiling and welcomed me with open arms He will be missed.
David Painter - May 29, 2024
Enjoyed playing tennis with Dave . He was always ready to play and have a great time. I know he will be missed by all the Golden Buckeyes. God bless all family and friends.
Dave Mandelbaum - May 29, 2024
Dave was one of the first guys I met when I joined Golden Buckeyes Tennis. We spent may hours playing tennis together. He was a great guy and good friend. I feel lucky to have known Dave. He will be missed.
Dale Conklin - May 29, 2024
I had the privilege of being a friend of David. He was a true gentleman with a great sense of humor. We spent many hours together on the tennis court where we shot more barbs than tennis balls. I will miss him dearly.
Jennifer Sugerik - May 27, 2024
Dave was one of the nicest guys I ever met. I enjoyed filling in as his tennis partner a couple of times this year with the Golden Buckeye group. Dave was a big help when I had questions about photography. Speaking for myself and all of the guys from tennis, he will be truly missed. My condolences to Brenda and all of his family.
Julie Ware - May 27, 2024
Saying prayers for comfort and healing. He will be greatly missed.
Jeff&Teresa Liston - May 27, 2024
Our condolences to Brenda and your entire family. Dave was a wonderful neighbor and he will be missed.