Robert Hughie Mizell, age 80, died Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at his home in Pittsboro, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glasgow, Kentucky, Hughie was a son of the late Joseph Crittington Mizell and Rebecca Louise Mizell. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a man deeply committed to his faith and community. Hughie always valued his relationship with God. He served faithfully as both a deacon and an elder in the church and was a long-time member of both the Jamestown and Brownsburg churches of Christ and he was active in the churches of Christ he attended when living in Glasgow.
A well-known figure in the Brownsburg community, Hughie was the proud owner and operator of Mizell’s Barbershop and Styling, which he opened in 1967. For over 50 years, he welcomed generations of families into his chair. Countless community members received their very first haircut from Hughie — a rite of passage that became a cherished memory for many. The shop remains open today and is now lovingly run by his daughter, Amy. In addition to his service through the church, Hughie was a founding member of the Brownsburg Kiwanis Club, reflecting his lifelong commitment to community involvement and service.
Hughie is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Denver “Dennie” Sue Mizell; son, Eric (Sarah) Mizell of Brownsburg; daughter, Amy (Nick) Worley of Brownsburg; grandchildren, Corri (Aric) Russell, Abbey (Alex) Mizell, Maggie (Trent) Whittington, Allessandra (Cody) Kuehne, Jesse (Mikayla) Mizell, and Antonio (Taylor) Worley; eight great-grandchildren, with one on the way; and brother, Joseph E. Mizell.
He was preceded in death by his son, Robert H. Mizell Jr.; sister, Carolyn Perry; and his parents, Joseph C. Mizell and Rebecca L. Mizell.
Funeral services will be held at 10AM Tuesday August, 19, 2025 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. Hughie will be laid to rest at Brownsburg Cemetery, next to his beloved son.
Visitation will be from 4 pm to 7 pm Monday, August 18 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg.
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