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Christopher "Chris" Douglas Nixon
1977 - 2023
Christopher "Chris" Douglas Nixon
1977 - 2023
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BORN
1977
DIED
2023
Christopher "Chris" Nixon Obituary
Christopher “Chris” Douglas Nixon, 45, of Fieldale, Va., died on January 3, 2023, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born June 13, 1977, in Hartford, Conn., to Johanne Groll Nixon and the late Ralph Nixon, Jr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents Pauline and Ralph Nixon, Sr., and Victoria and Henry Groll.
The proudest moments of his life were when he heard his little girl Charlie call him “Dad”. He was a loving and doting father to Charlie and being her “DAD” was the joy of his life.
In addition to his mother Johanne, Chris is survived by the love and light of his life, his seven year old daughter Charlie Marie Nixon; his twin sister Marie Nixon (Karen), sister Patti Johnson (Chipper), and his two brothers Ralph Nixon (Melanie) and Kelly Nixon (Cassie).
Chris was a great friend to many and enjoyed his work at Cornerstone. He was an organ donor and his selfless gift has already saved two lives.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Bassett Funeral Service chapel. A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 10 at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Cline presiding. Burial will immediately follow in Henry Memorial Park, Bassett, Va.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Charlie Nixon College Fund at Fidelity Bank in Collinsville.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.BassettFuneralService.com. Bassett Funeral Service is serving the Nixon family.
Deborah Price
January 15, 2023
I am so sorry I just heard this Marie. I did not know your brother but I know you were very close with him and I my heart breaks for you, his daughter and everyone else involved. Praying
Leigh Ann Christian
January 12, 2023
Your kindness and humor will never be forgotten..RIP my friend
Donna Creel
January 11, 2023
I’m so sorry for you loss, Chris was a great person and a super good dad! Prayers for the Family!
Stone Family
January 10, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this time.
- Charlie´s classmates family
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Lisa Watlington
January 9, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a nice guy. You all, especially his Mother and Charlie are in my prayers.
Brandi Schlueter/Lackey
January 9, 2023
So sorry to hear of the passing of a beautiful soul. Looking at the smile Chris has in every picture is inspiring to live life to the fullest. My thoughts and prayers are with Marie and family.
Terry Hooks
January 8, 2023
It's Not Goodbye..........It's I'll See You Later. Love you Brother!
You will be deeply missed.
Stacey Humphreys
January 8, 2023
So sorry to hear of his passing. Praying for sweet Charlie as she mourns such a huge loss.
Michelle Tyndall
January 8, 2023
Its nothing like them Nixon's! You are definitely blessings to many of us. I'll forever be grateful for the time and memories and laughs we shared. Sending my condolences, love, and prayers. We will miss that smile. Xoxo
Terry Hooks
January 8, 2023
Where do I even start....... since we first met each other we've been close friends. Through the years we've had our ups and downs but we've always managed to work things out and build on our friendship. I consider you my Brother and you said the same about me. When Charlie came into your life, I saw a fire that I had never seen before in you. She is definitely a daddys girl and she had you wrapped around her pinky. I still can't believe that you're gone.......
But, It's not goodbye, it's I'll see you later Brother!
Wendy Jones
January 8, 2023
I just want to say sorry to the Nixon family for your loss ,Chris will not be forgotten. at Ply Gem we all will miss you dearly R.I.H CHRIS NIXON.
Karianne Kendall-Rand
January 7, 2023
Sending my sincerest sympathy to all of Chris’s loved ones. I have wonderful memories of playing with Marie and Chris when we were little. Sending peace and love to you all.
Edie Mancarella
January 7, 2023
I am so very sorry for y'all's loss and pain. My prayers always
Kaylee Minish
January 6, 2023
My thoughts are with you and your family, Nick.
Susan Reynolds
January 6, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Chris at Monogram Snacks. He is good guy and he loved his Charlie. Fly high Chris.
Sheilah Gilliam
January 6, 2023
I met Johanne, Marie, and Chris working at Walmart. I was Chris’s boss in TLE he was full of life and a fun guy. We bonded in TLE and I watched him grow and develop into a loving and doting dad. Charlie was the love of his life and his life revolved around her. Chris and I were friends to the end. We could always call on each other. I already miss you so much Chris. And as I always said in my Facebook post “” Love me some Chris “”. ♥♥ Gone but not forgotten!!!
Maureen & Michael Martowska
January 5, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the family. May God enfold his love around Charlie and all the family, and my your memories of Chris sustain you.
Lisa Nixon
January 5, 2023
May God bless your soul and comfort all who love and will miss you.
Artie & Regina Edwards
January 5, 2023
So very sad for your loss, praying for Marie, Mama Nixon and Charlie and the rest of the Nixon family. We love you all very much. You all are in our prayers.
Greg Fulcher
January 5, 2023
You will be missed brother , I remember all the great times we had and laughs we shared, you were always there for me brother, rest easy.
Robin Shupe
January 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family especially Mrs Nixon and twin sister Marie and little Charlie.
Mandy Pugh
January 5, 2023
You will forever be remembered!
Susie Brown
January 5, 2023
Will be missed! Had some great times all through school! Enjoyed our years continued as Facebook friends! Rest easy my friend!
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