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Everett Nixon Obituary

Everett P. Nixon, age 74, of Portage, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. Everett is survived by his wife: Jeanette; 2 daughters: Lisa (Chris) Low of Fishers, IN and Sheri (Vince) Sandy of North Carolina; 3 grandchildren: Lauren and Garrett Sandy and Ryan Low; sister: Christine (Bill) Singel; sister-in-law: Shirley (Rick) Callum, both of Ocala, FL; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Mary Ellen Nixon; sister, Marlene Byrd. Everett graduated from Lew Wallace High School in 1960. He retired from Sears with 42 years of service. After retiring from Sears, he worked at Circuit City and Summer Tree Golf Course. Everett was a member of the Gary Jaycees. He was a friend of Bill W. for 27 years where he made many good friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Geisen Funeral & Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Services will conclude at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Alison Callum Memorial Foundation in care of, 301 Whisper Ridge Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092. View directions and sign Everett's online guestbook at GeisenFuneralHome.com - (219) 769-3322.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 12, 2017.

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Carter Martin

February 15, 2021

Had a dream about you last night, boss. As always, you were both pissed and looking out for me at the same time. I Miss your wicked humor. I miss your spinach dip. And somehow, I feel you’re still looking out for me.

It's always darkest before the light, Your smile was always use to shine so bright. Your stories made us laugh and cry, So hard for us to say good bye

Tommy T

May 20, 2017

May 18, 2017

Jeanette - if you are or were a beautician in Glen Park in the 70's I think I know you. I worked for Selective Service upstairs. My name is Lorrie Schreiber(Nelson). We had fun times together. I am sending you condolences at this time. My email is [email protected] if you wish to contact me.

May 13, 2017

Sincere sympathies I remember Everette (57) from Sears many fond memories Pat Fantin

May 13, 2017

"J" we are so so sorry to hear of your loss!!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sally Peterson

May 13, 2017

Everett will be truly missed, every time I hear someone say "hello family" I will think of him. His love and concern he showed to myself and my sons when me and one of my sons were in early recovery meant a lot to us. He was a kind soul and I believe he is with God. My condolences to his family may you feel the Lord's arms wrapped around you all during this time of sorrow. Love in Christ.

Mrs. Linda Williams

May 12, 2017

Dear Family: My sincere condolences to all of you. As children we lived next door to one another for many years. As we went through high school I can remember how we danced and had fun. We always had a good laugh. Years of good memories. Our parents were very good friends. Lived next to one another for over 35 years I believe. Good man so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays are with you.

Mrs. Linda Williams
Santa Fe, New Mexico

Tom and Juanita Trowbridge

May 12, 2017

Dear J, It's sad to hear of Butch passed away. He was a dynamo kinda guy. A real leader and sober member of the Gary Young Peoples group. I wish I could've seen his face glow and eyes light up the other day when he seen Frank Knight at that big meeting. I will remember you in my thoughts and prayers. Warm hugs with Love, Tommy T.

GiaSchell Turner McCoy

May 12, 2017

To the family of Everett Nixon - I am so sorry to hear of Everett's passing. I use to work with him at Sears many, many years ago. He had such a charming personality; but I remember him most of all as being very humorous. During our sales meetings, he was such a powerful & inspiring force. I learned much from him during those days. May God grant you strength and comfort you in the days ahead.

Renee, Loretta & the girls from the Shared Branch (Credit Union)

May 12, 2017

So sorry for the loss of Everett. He was such a kind man. We enjoyed his humor. Prayers for strength and comfort.

Val Masters

May 12, 2017

Jeanette, my heart and thoughts are with you. Love you. Val

May 12, 2017

I graduated from high school with Everett. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. We went to school for many years. A great guy.

May 12, 2017

Lisa and family-
You have our sincere sympathies. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Kevin & Jill Rose

Pam Vance

May 12, 2017

Dear J:

I was so sorry to hear about Butch. I will keep you in my thoughts as you go through this trying time. If you need anything, you have my phone number. I am just a call away.

Margie Haniford

May 12, 2017

Our dear friend Ev. My hope is you are with Larry, healthy, playing golf, enjoying "Titanic chairs" on deck. Now free to ask him all the questions you wanted to ask. I'll never forget all of the good times, great vacations together. Love you Ev. You'll be missed by all.

May 12, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12

Donamarie & Kevin Richart

May 11, 2017

Our sincerest sympathies to all of Everett's family. May his family find comfort knowing that he is at peace and watching over everyone

Eileen Nikrin

May 11, 2017

Hey, Ev... it's "the Sectetary". I love you with all my heart. I will miss you and your humor forever. You have been a constant support of strength to Ron and our family for decades. How can we ever replace that! You have been a boss, a friend and most importantly, family to us. May you find peace and eternal happiness.

Brian Portlock

May 11, 2017

I loved Uncle Butch. I will forever remember being young and him bringing all the kids' Christmas gifts to our grandma's house on Christmas Eve wrapped in newspaper. I'll also remember his great sense of humor, how he always told my mom he sent her flowers for her birthday even though he never did. I enjoyed playing golf with him as an adult, and going occasionally for Friday evening fish fries. A big thank you to Aunt Jay for her dedication in these past few years when he was sick. It had to be very hard on you but you persevered. Much love to my Aunt Chris and also to my cousins Lisa, Sherri, Doug, Nikki and Megan.

Linda Hart

May 11, 2017

Hello Family...those words will always be with me along with the experience strength and hope you shared. I'm sure you and Joe, Barb, Art, Lil and others have already had a meeting. You will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

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