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Robert F. Hixon

January 21, 1947 - January 1, 2026

Burial Date January 10, 2026

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ROBERT FRANKLIN HIXON

Robert Franklin Hixon, a proud Vietnam War veteran and member of the 65th Combat Engineers, passed away on January 5th, 2026 at the age of 78.

He was born in Leckrone, PA on January 21, 1947, the son of the late William and Mary (White) Hixon. He was a proud Vietnam War veteran and member of the 65th Combat Engineer Battalion. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, he returned home and was employed as a Mechanic at Paletta Ford. Robert enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, fishing and was an avid card player.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Carol Durst Hixon and his 16 brothers and sisters. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters: Cathrine Fyock and husband Troy and Christina Yatsko and husband Robert and grandchildren Troy Fyock, Jr., Montana Yatsko and Robert Yatsko III.

Family and Friends will be received in the JOHN S MAYKUTH JR. FUNERAL HOME, 7 River Avenue, Masontown, PA on Friday, January 9th, from 3 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 11 until 12 noon the hour of service in the Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Becka Abbott officiating. Interment follows in Greendale Cemetery, Masontown, PA with Military Rites accorded by Carmichaels VFW and Honor Guard.