Rosalie Hixson

Rosalie Hixson
A smiling young white woman with short dark hair
Rosalie Hixson, from a 1967 newspaper
Born
Rosalie Joyce Hixson

November 19, 1944
Crystal Spring, Pennsylvania
DiedFebruary 3, 2006
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Other namesRosalie Wiherin (married name)
OccupationWheelchair athlete
Known for1964, 1968, 1972, and 1976 Paralympic Games; 1967 and 1969 Pan American Wheelchair Games

Rosalie Joyce Hixson (November 19, 1944 – February 3, 2006), later Rosalie Wiherin, was an American wheelchair athlete. She earned medals at the 1964, 1968, 1972, and 1976 Paralympic Games.