Posted Jun 21, 2010
What do Al & Edna have in common?
The world lost 2 amazing people last week
Al ‘Doc’ Hixon & Edna Saffy didn’t know each other. Or at least, I don’t think they did. Edna lived in Jacksonville, FL….Doc lived in Daytona Beach, Florida. They lived about an hour and a half apart. As it turns out,
Al Hixon lived a remarkable 92 years. He is survived by his wife, Martha, a bunch of children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Al did a lot of amazing stuff. Read the article his daughter Kathy wrote and you’ll see…What I remember most about Al was his heart. I’m not sure, I’ve ever met anyone with a kinder heart than Al. When I was a kid, and we stayed over at the Hixon’s, I always felt safe. Not because the doors were locked, I doubt they were back then. It was the love in that house, and from Al and Martha…..
Dr. Edna Saffy lived 75 amazing years. She is survived by her husband Grady and her brother Ralph. Edna was an activist. With the kind of courage and strength that could fall the biggest giant. Edna fought for human rights. All human rights, which is what made Edna a pure gift to the world. She believed, and through her actions, made sure every voice was heard, in a city that didn’t always appreciate difference. That never stopped Edna.
Al & Edna made a difference in the world.
The world where they lived, in the city where they lived, in the community they loved.
They were both a gift to the world and will be missed.
Peace be with you both~