Margaret Leona Rix, 91, passed away March 28, 2016, in Carmel. She was born December 28, 1924, in Anderson.
Margaret was married to Garland A. Rix for 71 years, and survived him by two years.
Margaret was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Greenwood, and was gratefully given prayers by Pastor David Lee and the congregation.
Along with her husband, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Barbara Sue Williams of Indianapolis; her parents, Grace and Charles Boerner; and 14 siblings.
She is survived by two daughters, Sandra K. Eyster of Mooresville and Karen S. Law of Carmel; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at noon Friday, April 1, 2016, at Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory, Harry W. Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, with calling from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Washington Park East Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to The American Heart Association.
Karen S Law says
Momma,
It has been an honor to spend the last few years so close to you. You are an inspiration to strength, in your quiet way. I’m happy that you are reunited with Dad and the other family that awaited your arrival.I have loved your devotion to the family, your sweetness, your smile, and those beautiful green eyes. San and I are a great team together and will have one another. You enjoy Dad and the family and know you have done a great job as our beloved mother. Love forever, Kare
Marie "Doodles" says
Karen, Ross & Brie. Although it is always sad when a loved one passes away, it’s comforting to know that they are reunited with all the wonderful people on the other side who have been waiting for them. My thoughts are with you all! Love Doodles
Angela Holt says
Grandma,
I know your soul went straight to heaven, but today we say goodbye to your physical being on earth. I am glad that you are no longer suffering and now can look forward to spending eternity with grandpa,mom, Stevie, all your brothers and sisters and your parents. I will never forget all the memories we made together feom you washing my hair at the sink to playing dress up with Brie in your clothes to coming to visit you in Florida. You taught me many things including taking me to church to introduce me to God. Thank you for loving me. I will be talking to you soon through prayer.I love you! Angela
P.S. Noah will always remember those special bunny Easter cookies.