Gary LaNeal Nixon Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gary LaNeal Nixon (Smithville, Tennessee), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gary left this world on April 6, 2025 at the age of 77, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Toy Nixon and Clara Nixon. He is survived by: his wife Kay Nixon; his sons, James Nixon (Crystal) and Jesse Nixon (Kelly); his grandchildren, Michael Nixon (Jordan), Emily Nixon and Curtis Nixon; and his pets, Tootie and Stanley.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in memory of Dr. Gary Nixon.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
DeKalb Funeral Chapel LLC

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Apr 11

Visitation

DeKalb Funeral Chapel
863 S Congress Blvd, Smithville, TN 37166

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Apr 11

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DeKalb Funeral Chapel
863 S Congress Blvd, Smithville, TN 37166

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Apr 11

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Baird Memorial Cemetery
48 Sykes Rd, Hickman, TN 38567

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