Donald E. Hix, 64, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 1:37 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2015, at Miller’s Health and Rehabilitation in LaPorte.
He was born Nov. 26, 1950, in LaPorte to Junior Everett and Nora Elizabeth (Knotts) Hix.
Don honorably served his country in the United States Army from 1968 to 1977, discharged as a Sgt E5, and was awarded the Purple Heart. He earned his living as a diesel mechanic. Don loved his family, good coffee and beer with friends.
On Dec. 13, 1971, in Lawton, OK, he married Regina (Jauga) Hix, who survives.
Also surviving are two children, Kimberly (John) Schmidt of Fort Hood, TX, and Chris (Linda) Hix of LaPorte; one brother, Roy (Karin) Hix of Mill Creek, IN; three grandchildren, Tatiana, Christian and Cade; one great-grandchild, Baby Tatiana; two cousins, Doug and Roger Klement; and his beloved dog and best companion, Diva.
Preceding him in death were his parents; one sister, Peggy Hardtke; four aunts, Terry Klement, Helen Ulrich, Norma Gene Strauss and Nina Ridge; one uncle, Donald E. Hix; and grandparents, Harlan and Blanche Hix, and Frank and Elsie Knotts.
In honor of Don’s memory, be good to your neighbor, hug someone you love, and above all else, never give up when times are tough.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.
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