Born: Friday Nov-14-1941
Died: Friday Dec-29-2023
Funeral: To Be Announced

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Barbara (Barb) Ann Nix Mai

 November 14^th, 1941- December 29^th 2023

Barbara passed away peacefully from an 8 year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Barbara was born in Wendell, Idaho to Bill and Virginia Nix. They later moved to Oakley, Idaho where Barb grew up and attended school. She was the oldest of 8 children, four brothers Keith (Carolyn), George (Jane), Gary (Tanya), Jim (Cathy) and three sisters Judy, Nancy (Jim), and Kay (Ed).

While Barb worked at Chisholm Brothers, as a bookkeeper, she met Jim Mai, who worked for the BLM at the time. They dated and married on December 18^th 1964. Two years later they welcomed their first daughter Carrie Lynne Mai, then in 1970 they welcomed their second daughter Traci Lee Mai. They lived in Paul, Idaho before moving to their forever home in Burley, Idaho.

Barb worked for the Cassia County Courthouse for 27 years in the recorder’s office and oversaw the general elections. After retiring in 2007 she started doing all sorts of different hobbies from Red Hats to therapy pets to photography classes and painting classes, while traveling to see many friends and family with her husband Jim.

Barb is survived by her husband Jim Mai of 59 years, Daughters Carrie (Doug) Clayton, Traci (Tom) Hammond, grandchildren D.J. Clayton, CheyAnn (Trever) Bandy, Rachel (Austin) Murray, Caleb (Kaelyn) Bennett. Three great granddaughters Emery, Raelee, and Ayvah Ann. And 1 more on the way from the Bennetts. All her brothers and sisters and many in-laws.

She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Virgina Nix, and many of her in-laws.

At the request of Barb there will be no formal funeral. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date for all family and friends to attend to celebrate her.

Arrangements are entrusted by Morrison Funeral Home.

A heartfelt thank you to Highland Estates and Visions Hospice for the care you gave Barbara, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

In lieu of flowers the family asks you to donate to either the American Cancer Society or Alzheimer’s Association in Barbara’s name.

Condolences:

So sorry for your loss, I will miss her smile. Thoughts and prayers to the family..Pam Loveland

Barb and I worked together at Cassia County for many years I loved Barb she was a hard worker and good friend. RiP Barb and we will keep an eye on your sweet girl Tràci.. Judy Maestas

Barb had so many talents. She could sew anything. I still use a pattern she gave me. Her yard was so beautiful. My condolences to Jim and her family..Sheila Adams

We have known Jim since High School and Barbara following their marriage. We always enjoyed being in their presence and missed that relationship following Barb's extended illness. They were never excluded in our thoughts and prayers. Barb was always pleasant to be around and so knowledgeable and helpful in the Recorders office. Our sincere sympathy to Jim and family...Jerry and Jolene Hines

To all Barb’s siblings; my cousins Keith, George, Gary, Jim, Judy, Nancy & Kay I’m so very sorry for the loss of your sister, Barb. To Barb’s husband, daughters, grandchildren, her many nieces & nephews. My condolences extend to all of you as well. Our extended Nix family was large & spread out. I regret that we all haven't known each other better or at all. May Barb rest in peace. Randi Nix

I am so sorry for your loss! Carrie, I know how close you were to her, it breaks my heart for you. If I can do anything for you, then please let me know. Sandra Rasmussen

Jim, Tracy and Tom,
We were so sorry to hear of Barbara passing. I am sure she is in a better place, We will be praying for your peace. Missing you guys at water!! Love, Mike & Susi McCall

 am so sorry for your loss. She was an outstanding mentor to me at Cassia County Her lessons I still carry with me. Love Donna Bush

My friend! Ms Barbara was so very kind to me when I first started running errands to the courthouse and all the way through to when I worked at the county myself. I am so sad that she is gone-the world was an even more beautiful place with her in it! She was such a loyal kind supporter of those she loved-my love and condolences to the family..Shellie Owino (Yarbrough)