Peggy Louise Hixon

Peggy Louise Hixon, 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Porterville, California on October 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother and cherished sister whose life was filled with love, family and treasured memories.

Born on June 19, 1951 in Modesto, California, Peggy was the daughter of Lester Jr. and Maxine McConathy. At age 39, she overcame her first battle with cancer, a victory that blessed her with 36 additional years to enjoy life and create lasting memories with her loved ones.

Peggy shared 55 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Robert Hixon. During Robert's military service they traveled to Germany and Kentucky, beginning a lifetime of shared adventures.

Peggy attended beauty school and worked briefly as a hairdresser before dedicating several years to raising her two sons. She later began a 24-year career with Porterville Unified School District, working in Food Services at the district's Central Kitchen, where she helped prepare meals for generations of students.

Following retirement, Peggy and Robert spent many enjoyable years serving as campground hosts in Pismo Beach and Morro Bay. They cherished their time along California's beautiful Central Coast, accompanied by their beloved dogs, Molly and Sofie.

Above all, Peggy treasured he family and the special moments shared with her husband, children and grandchildren.

Peggis is survived by her husband of 55 years, Robert Hixon: her sons, Dr. Michael Hixon (Liezl) of Porterville, California, Kevin Hixon (Janel) of Springville, California; her five beloved grandchildren, Jacob Hixon, Katelyn Hixon, Matthew Hixon, Daniel Hixon, and Noah Hixon.She is also survived by her siblings, Barbara Killion (Rick) of Madisonville, Tennessee; David McConathy (Donna) of Norwalk, Iowa, Kaylene Oliver (Michael) of Bullhead City, Arizona; sister in law, Nancy Parker of Woodland, Califonia and her beloved dog, Sofie.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Lester Jr. and Maxine McConathy; her in-laws, Fred and Dorothy Hixon and Bobbie and John Dill; her brother in law, Ronald Hixon and Richard Hixon, and her beloved dog, Molly. A graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Porterville, California on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

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