Staff Report
Roxie Dean Hill Cummings Kleinworth (October 29, 1940-May 27, 2025)departed this world and her loved ones on May 27, 2025 at her home in Spring, TX at the age of 84. She leaves a legacy of love, kindness, strength, achievement, leadership, wisdom and humor.
Those who mourn her loss are her son, Stuart Cummings of Surfside Beach, TX; three grandchildren, Ashley Nicole Nunez, Adam Gideon (Ashley), Chloe Kiss (Zack); seven great-grandchildren, Gavin and Jacob Nunez, Landon and Madalynn Gideon, Weston, Evelyn and Joelle Kiss. Additionally, she leaves her siblings, Linda Hill Schmeltekopf of Kyle, TX; Marion Hill and his wife, Kay of Anderson, TX. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and colleagues join her immediate family in celebrating the life of Roxie who was well loved and the life of the party.
Roxie was born in Kyle, Texas to Adolph and Emma (Koch) Hill in on October 29, 1940. At a young age she accepted Christ as Savior and shared her faith through her God-given gifts. She attended Kyle public schools, graduating from Kyle High School in 1958. She went on to attend Texas Women’s University and Baylor University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech, Drama and English. Later she earned a Master’s in Education and Masters of Speech Pathology from Univ. of Houston. She was a teacher and school administrator in several schools in Texas, retiring as Asst. Director of Special Education for the Aldine ISD. Many a child, student, parent, teacher, school principal or colleague were grateful for her dedication to providing appropriate support and instruction for students with disabilities.
Not one to sit still, Roxie found delight in the hobby of quilting in her retirement years. Many were blessed to have her creations as remembrances of her generosity. She was happy to share her talent of quilting as she taught nieces and friends the skill. She was an accomplished home decorator. She could see someone’s trash and make it a treasure, thus adding that extra touch to her beautiful home.
Perhaps her relationships with her family were the most endearing as she displayed love, strength, faith and courage to each one. She loved being a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, great aunt, and cousin and developed loving relationships with her family members. She could be counted on to be in attendance at events of her family and that included ballgames, graduations, birthday parties, church, reunions, cousin retreats, showers and weddings even when she needed to use a cane or walker. Her home was always open for family gatherings and her delicious home-cooked meals. Her laugh was infectious. As one nephew stated, “It seems every time we were with Aunt Roxie we were laughing”.
Her friendships ran deep and stood the test of time. Her high school friends remained friends for life. More were added through her career, quilting clubs, neighborhoods, church meetings, lunch gatherings and reunions. She cherished these friendships. One friend stated, “Everyone loved Roxie.”
Living in the Houston area, Roxie became a loyal fan of the Astros and the Texans. Sometimes she was frustrated when they lost a game, but just like her relationships with others, good or bad, she was a loyal fan.
All who knew Roxie has a “Roxie story”. Her Christian background, and German ancestry were seen in her life and personality as she loved and served others; gave from her heart; said what she thought, yet listened carefully; led like a drill sergeant, yet followed when necessary; found the good, even in hard things; and persevered with tenacity. Friends and family who knew Roxie and enjoyed spending time with Roxie would say, “Only Roxie…” and then go on to tell one of those stories.
Roxie was proceeded in death by her daughter, Darla Audrene Gideon Kreiger in 2022 and her parents, Adolph and Emma (Koch) Hill; husbands, George Brinker Cummings and George Kleinworth.
Family and close friends will honor Roxie with a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Roxie Dean, your memory is a treasure and your life a blessing.
Thank you for enhancing our lives.
Through Christ’s life and love, we find comfort.
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. A time to be born and a time to die. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
