By Jim Meridith
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  • Visitation

    10:00am - 12:00pm
    Saturday, November 23, 2019
    Cisne Christian Church
    Cisne, Illinois

  • Service

    12:00pm
    Saturday, November 23, 2019
    Cisne Christian Church
    Cisne, Illinois

  • Full Obituary

    ELLA MAE MIX, 68, of Cisne, Illinois went to her heavenly home on Monday, November 18, 2019 with her sons by her side at Cisne Rehabilitation Health Care Center.

    Ella was born March 28, 1951 to Bennie and Vivian Grace (Bricker) Simpson at Flora, Illinois. She married Ronald L. Mix June 27, 1969 in Flora, Illinois and they enjoyed 40 years together, he preceded her in death February 8, 2009.

    Ella loved helping people and was a registered nurse in Texas and Clay County. She enjoyed taking photos and studying genealogy. She was often requested to bake cakes for friends and family. Ella would often set for hours watching the family’s horses. She was a member of Cisne Christian Church and strong supporter of Clay County Relay for Life.

    Ella is survived by three sons, Travis (Shannon) Mix of Cisne, Illinois, Justin Mix of Iuka, Illinois and Jed (Hope) Mix of Jonesboro, Illinois; one sister Pattie (Eber) Bright of Cisne, Illinois; three brothers Herbert (Lois) Simpson and Thomas (Margaret) Simpson both of Flora, Illinois and Robert “Speed” (Lisa) Simpson of Ingraham, Illinois. Nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

    Ella was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Ronald.

    Funeral service will be 12:00p.m. Saturday, November 23rd at Cisne Christian Church. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 12:00 at the church. Burial will be in Bunker Cemetery.

    Memorials may be given to Clay County Cancer Crusaders and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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12 Condolences
 
  1. Vickie Simpson / November 19, 2019 at 5:00 pm

    Lot of good memories in the Class of 1969, Flora Township High School. Will miss your smiling face and laughter but will see you again.
    Prayers for the family.

  2. Linda States / November 19, 2019 at 8:36 pm

    Pattie, It is so difficult to lose a sister. I lost one in 2010. Try to focus on the good and funny memories. That has helped me get through the tough times.
    Thoughts and prayers,
    Linda States

  3. Linda Dulaney Lewis and Family / November 19, 2019 at 10:01 pm

    I will remember Ella’s beautiful smile and sweet personality. I worked with her at Clay County Hospital and was always thankful when she took care of me and my loved ones there. After we retired it was great to keep in touch and get together with our group of friends. My condolences to her loving family. God’s blessings. May fond memories sustain you until you meet again.💖

  4. Mona Sager / November 19, 2019 at 11:16 pm

    Sorry Patti Bright about the loss of your sister. Went to Rinard Grade School with her husband Ronald. Thoughts and prayers with you and the Mix family.

  5. Diana & Greg Rutland / November 20, 2019 at 7:37 am

    Thoughts and prayers are with you.

  6. Crystal and Jeff Allen / November 20, 2019 at 8:02 am

    Travis, Justin, and Jed and your families, prayers for all of you to bring comfort and peace in the days ahead. Both Aunt Mae and Uncle Ron always made us feel loved and accepted no matter what was going on. Many fond memories abound my thoughts, love to you all.

  7. Tony & Jami Gibbons / November 20, 2019 at 9:26 am

    Ella was a wonderful lady. Prayers to the family.

  8. Delbert & Becky Rodgers / November 20, 2019 at 3:57 pm

    Prayers & condolences to the family. May your memories help you thru this difficult time.

  9. Vicki Mix / November 20, 2019 at 8:04 pm

    So sorry to hear of Ella passing. Jerry and I attended Ronnie and Ella’s wedding back in 1969. Always enjoyed seeing them. Ella was always very thoughtful and kind. She will be missed.

  10. Nick & Vera DeWeese / November 21, 2019 at 9:35 am

    We are sorry to hear of Ella’s passing she’s with our God now watching over all her family and friends, our Prayer’s are with your family.

  11. Lisa Haycock / November 21, 2019 at 11:43 am

    Heaven gained a beautiful Angel….I have never met anyone like Ms. Ella. Always, always so kind to everyone she ever met. Worked with her at CCH and over the years on Relay and Cancer Crusaders. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. My heart is breaking for your family. Continued prayers for peace and comfort in the coming days and months ahead.

  12. Tonya (Ryan) and George Griffin / November 22, 2019 at 4:08 pm

    Ella Mae will always be in my heart and memory as a lovely soul that loved her family, friends, and patients…and served them all with love. My heart is so sad for y’all to have to say goodbye to her, but she will be waiting for you in heaven. I bet that she and Ron, and my parents are having a picnic there now in a more lovely place than we can imagine. May God give you peace in this difficult time.

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