Thursday, October 6, 2022

Vicki Baskin Hendrix

Vicki Baskin Hendrix passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at her home in Brandon, MS. She was born in Winona, Mississippi on May 12,1954 to Sara Allen and Robert W. Baskin. She was predeceased by her parents, as well as her brother Kurt Baskin.

She graduated from Mississippi State University and was part of the Famous Maroon Band as a member of the color guard, and a member of The Delta Gamma Sorority.

After serving as an Officer’s wife, she and her husband Bubba settled in Louisville, Mississippi. She taught elementary school in several states including Illinois, North Carolina, Virginia, and Arkansas, for a total of 38 years. During her tenure, she was recognized as “Teacher of the Year” twice in Virginia and North Carolina.

Vicki was constantly teaching. With her artistic abilities, she taught art classes during summer vacation to children of all ages.

She leaves behind her husband of 46 years, Sidney S. “Bubba” Hendrix, her son Brian and wife (Sara) and son Todd and wife (Amber). She was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Kurt, Tyler, Skyler, Savannah, and Aubree.

Services for Vicki will be held in Louisville, Mississippi at Porter Funeral Home on Saturday, October 8th at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Junior Davis officiating. Visitation will be one hour before service time at the funeral home.

In Lieu of flowers, please consider donations to French Camp Academy in her memory.