James Howard Mixson

Mr. James Howard Mixson, 68, of Academy Street in Varnville, died Friday morning, May 29, 2020 at his residence after an extended illness.

Mr. Mixson was born October 24, 1951 in Dorchester County, a son of the late James Edward Mixson and Meda Louise O'Quinn Mixson.  He had worked as a millwright his entire career in Dothan, Alabama and was a member of Varnville First Baptist Church.  He enjoyed any type of sports, and especially loved the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Surviving is his son:  Michael Jason Futch of Varnville; daughter:  Jacy Nichole Futch of Port Charlotte, Florida; sister:  Joy M. Gamble of Varnville; brother:  Kerry Mixson of Quincy, Florida; grandchildren:  Laney and Maci Futch; niece:  Gretchen Gamble; and nephews:  Jacob Gamble and Andrew Mixson.  Mr. Mixson was predeceased by a son, Jamie Mixson.

Memorial services will be 3 PM Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in the Sand Hill Cemetery directed by Peeples-Rhoden Funeral Home.  The family will visit with friends immediately following the service at the residence on Academy Street in Varnville.