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James M. Nixon Sr.

1926 - 2024

James M. Nixon Sr. obituary, 1926-2024, Norfolk, VA

BORN

1926

DIED

2024

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Metropolitan Funeral Service - Granby Chapel

7246 Granby St.

Norfolk, Virginia

James Nixon Obituary

Mr. James M. Nixon, Sr. passed on to be with God and his beloved wife, Theola A. Nixon, and son James M. Nixon, Jr., January 7, 2024. He was the Executive Director of the YMCA, founding member of the Morgan State University South Hampton Roads Alumni Chapter, active member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., 33-degree Mason, Air Force Veteran, and proud member of St. James Episcopal Church, Portsmouth, VA. Mr. Nixon dedicated his life to serving others. His memorial services will be held at Metropolitan Funeral Service, Granby Chapel, 7246 Granby Street, Norfolk, Virginia, January 20, 2024, at 11 am. He will be interred at Roosevelt Memorial Park, 1101 Campostella Road, Chesapeake, Virginia. In remembrance, feed someone who is hungry and show love to your neighbor. That's what he did and hoped all others would do in this precious life.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 17, 2024.

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Tony Colden

April 1, 2024

I worked with Mr Nixon at the Effingham Street Y. We are looking at doing something for him to honor his legacy please call me at (757) 541-3420 please because I would like to get pictures of him to display at our next black history program and at the annual Y meeting. Please call or email me. Thanks

Barbara Christine Williamson Henry

January 26, 2024

Uncle Nick,
You have "crossed the bar" well after 97 years on this earth as a responsible, caring, generous, fun loving human being. I am very happy you were my uncle and will always remember fondly the much enjoyed family gatherings, visits and occasions. Rest in peace.
Lovingly Your Niece,
Barbara Christine Williamson Henry

Shawn Wright 1707 Lansing Ave.

January 20, 2024

Best man and neighbor I had the pleasure of knowing growing up as a kid on Lansing avenue. Until we meet again Mr. Nick

Dalton Williamson

January 19, 2024

Dear Uncle Nick,
Your life was full and we will miss you. Rest in Peace and God Bless you.
Your nephew
Dalton Lee Williamson

Kitty Ann Williamson Combs

January 19, 2024

Kitty Ann Williamson Combs

January 19, 2024

Kitty Ann Williamson Combs

January 19, 2024

Uncle Nick,
I only have fond memories of you. You always said things to make us laugh and made sure we had something to eat. You and Aunt Theola were gracious enough to let me and daughter Pam stay with you for a short period while waiting to join husband Sidney overseas. You are one of a kind and I cherish our close relationship phone conversations. Love and miss you. Niece Kitty Ann and Family, Wetumpka, AL

Mildred W Dockery

January 17, 2024

Dear Uncle Nick,
May you rest in peace as you lived your life well. We will miss you.
Your niece,
Mildred June Williamson Dockery

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