Ella Mae Mix

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.