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William Nixon Obituary
Mr. Nixon was a career member of the Armed Forces, serving in the U.S. Navy for 30 years. He started his submarine career as a Machinist's Mate and was quickly promoted to Chief of the Boat. He served aboard many diesel subs including the USS Skate, the USS George C. Marshall, the USS Irax and the USS Will Rodgers. He ended his career with the rank of Command Master Chief. Following his U.S. Navy service Mr. Nixon worked as a mechanic for Sears. He was a graduate of Milford High School and earned his Associate's Degree from Thames Valley Technical College. He enjoyed skeet shooting, computers, and muscle cars, especially corvettes. He was a Harley Davidson Motorcycle enthusiast and was a member of the American Legion, the Veteran's of Foreign Wars and the Submarine Vets. He was also a member of the Masons Lodge.
His funeral will be held Fri. Sept. 5 at 11 a.m. in Tancrell-Jackman Funeral Home, 35 Snowling Rd. Uxbridge. Burial will follow in the VA National Cemetery in Bourne MA. Calling hours at the funeral home in Uxbridge are Fri. Sept. 5 from 9 to 11 a.m. Donations in William's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701.
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for William Nixon
Jeanne Perkins
September 5, 2008
To the family of William Nixon,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I am a former classmate of Billy's from both North Purchase St Grammar school and Milford High School. There are just a few of us from Purchase St. left. Agian I am sosrry for your loss. May God be with you.
Jeanne (Elliott) Perkins
Elaine and Malcolm Spaull
September 4, 2008
Dear Gianna and Jeff and the Nixon Family
You are in our hearts and in our prayers, and we wish we could be with you all. While we did not know Bill well, we experienced his humor and love and deep caring for his family. We feel privileged to have had the opportunity to know him, even briefly. You know that good memories will sustain you even during the most difficult times. He loved you all so much, as we do here in Rochester. All our love, Aunt Elaine and Uncle Malcolm, Maya and Matthew
Albert Bellgardt
September 4, 2008
Gianna, Steve,Paul,and Family.
It sure is an honor being part of your family.Nothing but good memories.I will miss Bill very much.
Taking Andrews Money.
September 4, 2008
I think I want some more turkey.
September 4, 2008
Thanksgiving in NH.Bill likes his food.
September 4, 2008
Catheryn Ryder
September 4, 2008
Our deepest sympathy, Sandee, Cathy, Karyn Ryder
Holly Osella
September 4, 2008
Gianna, Steve and Paul,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Every time I visit my parents on Muster Lane, I look up at the Nixon house to see if I can see your father so I can wave to him or check out what kind of cool classic car he is driving. I know my parents enjoyed having Bill for a neighbor for over 30 years on Muster Lane. We're going to miss him and want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Love,
Holly Osella (Card)
Karen Gallina
September 4, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May your fondest memories bring you comfort always. With love, Karen, Andy, Lauren, Rob, and Evan Gallina
(-=< Ray Hamilton >=-)
September 4, 2008
Dear Nixon Family,
I’m an old shipmate of Bill’s from the Skate back in the mid-1970’s. I was also a Machinist’s Mate...but from “the other end”...a Nuc...and still just a NUB when we met, and, though I’ve had many since, whenever I think of the term “COB”, it’s Bill’s wizened, but always pleasant face that comes to my mind!
I only did 8 years, and also pulled four deterrent patrols on a boomer, but the Skate was my favorite because of the family that the crew was. We steamed a lot...wavin’ the flag...ol’ girl that the Skate was...and we saw a lot...endured a lot...pulled each other through a lot. Bein’ a submariner didn’t earn you many “casual” working relationships!!!
And fundamental to the overall boat’s functioning was the COB. True, he didn’t make the gear do what it did...or make any of us more proficient with that...but he was the backbone of advocacy and morale...judge ‘n’ jury, on the spot...keepin’ things from gettin’ to the real point of judge ‘n’ jury with his experienced interventions. And he also organized some parties that were “LOLLAPALOOZAS” in the days before “LOLLAPALOOZAS” was! In short, the COB was an MVP...a singularly invaluable member of the crew...and Bill was one heck of a COB...a proud and valued member of any “Goat Locker”!
Therefore, I understand the hole left behind...regardless forewarning...by any brother...father...gran’pa, let alone someone I knew to be as influential a man as was Bill; and so I pray this helps some wee bit...to allow...enable…the grief! So truly sorry to hear about Bill. Definitely keepin’ y’all in fond prayers that Christ hold you close in this trying time!
When my mother died, even after a years-long battle with cancer, I was shattered by the loss…inconsolable…she was my mentor! BUT, "If your faith assures you she's in heaven, then what are the tears all about?!?" I hold eternity with God a precious, cherished prize...but...in the interim, the answer lies below...and believe me...I understand the tears often are not nearly as casual as this implies!
SELFISH TEARS
(I eulogize my beloved mother - March, 1989)
Today we cry...must admit they're selfish tears.
You see...our faith assures your journey's done.
But it's not for you we mourn, at all, my dear;
It's for those of us you've left behind...alone!!!
We share your joy...share your happiness at rest,
Your painful fears now for forever stilled.
You've fought the good fight, passed the final test,
But you've left behind a hole that can't be filled!!!
So, until we each rejoin you some someday,
And, while your memory buoys us through those years,
We'll miss you...but continue on our way,
And, from time to time, we'll cry our selfish tears!!!
Ray Hamilton (c) March 19, 1989
My sincerest condolences...sympathetic prayers,
Fair winds and followin’ seas, mate!
Amy Whipple
September 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
Amy Maguire Whipple, Mystic, CT
byron stillman
September 4, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Millie Mercado McKay's
September 4, 2008
Bill,
We will miss your smile....
Nancy Adams
September 4, 2008
Billy you were more than an uncle to me, you were a best friend. I will always cherish the closness that we had and all the great times we had together. I will never forget our cruise and the way you always made sure I was right there by your side. I love you Billy
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