M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

Obituary For Carrie Mae Mixson

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Carrie Mae "Cricket" Mixson was born June 3, 1968 in Fairfax, South Carolina to the late James Wesley and the late Betty L. Moore. She passed away on February 17, 2021 at MUSC University Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina.

She was a member of St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church since she was a little girl.

Carrie attended Allendale County Schools in Fairfax, South Carolina and graduated with the class of 1986. After high school, she worked with Allendale County Hospital as a food service worker. She later moved into education and begin her first job as a homeschool teacher for a family in Fairfax. Carrie enjoyed working with kids so much that she went on to pursue a degree in education at USC-Salkehatchie in Allendale. While working on completing her degree, she landed her first classroom at Little New Steps Learning Center in Allendale, South Carolina. Though she loved cooking, she was excited that she had finally found her niche. She worked at this location up until the Lord called her home.

Carrie "Cricket" Mixson was someone who often reminds us of the quote, "The strongest people make time to help others, even if they are struggling with their own problems." She found inspiration in helping others. Carrie brought joy to anyone she met with that radiant smile. Her warm personality was always so welcoming, which made others feel like they known her forever.

She was united in marriage to Don Mixson on December 20, 1996.

In addition to her parents, Carrie is preceded in death by her grandparents, (4) aunts, and (6) uncles.

She is survived by her husband, Don Mixson; (2) stepsons, LaQuan Mixson, Atlanta, GA, Rodney Mixson, Barnwell, SC; (5) sisters, Carolyn (Shannon) Grant, Allendale, SC, Linda (Eric) Robertson, Atlanta, GA, Queen McCarty, Ocala, FL., Latresia (Joseph) McCord, Fairfax, SC, Jamie Moore (Krystal), Orangeburg, SC; (4) brothers, Danny Wesley (Lillian Wilson), Columbia, SC, Calvin Moore (Tina), Barnwell, SC, James (Latoya) Moore, North Augusta, SC, and Charles (Krystal) Wesley, Rock Hill, SC; (3) aunts, Roberta Sanders, Fairfax, SC, Mary (Jermiah) Habersham, Dallas, TX, Rosa Mae Brooker, Winter Haven, FL; (2) uncles, Peter Carter, Hampton, SC, Jake Wesley, Fairfax, SC; a loving brother-in-law, Timmy Walker, Augusta, GA; A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. (2) Special Friends; Lula Whitlock and Sonya Prince both of Brunson, SC.

'" A SERVICE ABOVE SELF"

Services were held Sunday, February 21st, 1:00 P.M., at St. Luke Baptist Church Cemetery; Fairfax, South Carolina; Bishop Eric Robertson; Eulogist.

Remember to keep the Mixson and Moore Families lifted up in prayer.

You may email condolences at: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com

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Guest Book

My heart is saddened to learn about my friend an co-worker. I worked at the USC-SALK in the library during the time she was in school. I got to know a beautiful family. Linda (her sister an brother-in-law (Eric) was their.

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I'm sending prayers of strong strength comfort to my God son Ashondre and his Moore, Carter families along with the Mixons and the LITTLE NEW STEP families for the loss of his sweet auntie. Carrie Mixon bka Cricket was so friendly, loving and caring to all. As I noticed her, she was such a compassionate, soft spoken, child care worker with a loving devoted spirit to all of those babies at her job and in her family.

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From Mr.& Mrs.Bob Fields Allendale, SC

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On behalf of me and my wife we send our sincere condolences to the Mixson and the Moore families for the lost of my formal co-worker Carrie She was such a beautiful and humble person we worked together for many years at Little New Steps until my retirement in 2018.RIP Mrs.Mixson.

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I am so overtaken, with the news of my friend and former co-worker Carrie's passing. Oh, what a loss. Family, I share with you, these words of comfort. Right now, we need the word of God to comfort us in times, like these. "THE LORD IS NEAR TO THOSE WHO HAVE A BROKEN HEART" - (Psalm 34:18) "BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, THE FATHER OF MERCIES AND GOD OF ALL COMFORT, WHO COMFORTS US IN ALL OUR TRIBULATION, THAT WE MAY BE ABLE TO COMFORT THOSE WHO ARE IN ANY TROUBLE, WITH THE COMFORT WITH WHICH WE OURSELVES ARE COMFORTED BY GOD" - (2 Corinthians 1:3-4) My husband and I, pray your strength and acceptance, in the loss of such a beautiful and 'sweet spirit'...Carrie. Pastor Wayne G. (Velma) Carter Mt. Olive Baptist Church Walterboro, South Carolina

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A thought of comfort and condolences to the grieving family. Sheriff Tom Carter & Allendale County Sheriff Office

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Through the tears and heartache, know that you can still hold on to the memories of your Sweet Carrie, will last with you forever. God Bless you'll, Carl & Catherine L. Russell

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I Pray for God's peace and comfort for all of the family .The Loadholt FamilyN

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You will truly missed.

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I pray for your family.

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I prayed for God's peace with the family

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My condolences to the family, I pray that the lord will give you the strength to get through this emotional time. Woods & Taylor Family

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What a sweet person will definitely be missed. Love you Cricket.

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I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength. My most sincere condolences. Wanda Grant & Family

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I Pray for God's peace and comfort during this difficult time

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I Pray for God's peace and comfort for all of the family

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Carrie you will truly be miss. We may not have talk all the time but because we shared the sign of Gemini we both acted just alike. I miss you but take your rest and you will be remember for that big smile.

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We received a call that you passed away and it was so surreal. Cricket We pray your transition was filled with peacefulness and we love you dearly cousin. -The Robinson Family

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My backbone, I love you forever. Love will keep you with me always. - "Key Key Monster".

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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