Harriet Hixon, 1939-2012

Harriet Mae Hixon, loving mother, devoted wife and cherished friend, passed away in the early morning of Jan. 28, 2012.

A transplanted Imperial Beach local, Harriet was born to Helen Bisson on Jan. 8, 1939 in Gardner, Massachusetts. She is preceded in death by older sister Florence Beauregard.

Harriet’s beloved husband of 49 years, William (Bill) Hixon Sr., passed away last June.  Bill was her sweetheart, her soul-mate, and she knew in her heart they would be together again someday.

Harriet will be laid to rest at Miramar National Cemetery, returning to the side of her dearest love.

Harriet’s legacy includes her seven children: Barbara Ann, Cheryl Ann, Judith Lynne, William Jr., Deborah, Lisa Marie and Cynthia June.

She was a true doting grandmother to her 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, and grandma was always looking for treats to fill the candy drawer or toys that would make them smile.

Harriet will be remembered for her kind heart, her generosity and, perhaps especially, for her cooking. Together with her husband Bill, Harriet owned and operated Harriet’s Incredible Edibles restaurant and later a catering business of the same name.

Her dinner table always had guests. She wouldn’t let anyone leave the house hungry, and guests were always delighted to enjoy one of her signature dishes: seafood casserole, gumbo, barbequed shrimp, meatloaf and lasagna. Her banana nut bread was legendary, and a holiday wasn’t complete without her pecan pie.

Harriet’s true joys were simple; her husband, her children, cooking and country oldies music. She knew every word to every song by Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty and countless others. Her coffee always tasted better, and she never minded if you stole a sip.

She had the best smile – it started in her eyes and lit up her entire face. She would offer you a bite of her sandwich, and if you seemed to like it (you always did) she would give it to you and make herself another. Harriet loved word games like Perquackey and Boggle, and every now and then – she let Bill win a game. She was mom to more than just her children – she was mom to anyone who needed a mom or just needed a hug.

A shelter service will be held at Miramar National Cemetery on Friday Feb. 24 at 1:00 p.m.

A memorial will follow at 3:00 p.m. at the home of dear family friends, Wally and Betty Thomas, 828 Delaware St., in Imperial Beach. All are welcome.

Arrangements under the direction of Funeraria Del Angel Humphrey in Chula Vista.