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James Nixon Obituary
He was born March 8, 1922, a son of the late James and Jeanette Stecher Nixon. On Sept. 7, 1946, he married Constance Callahan, who preceded him death on Oct. 22, 1999.
Jim honorably served our country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was also a Free and Accepted Mason and a graduate of Penn State University.
He is survived by two daughters, Patricia Repotski of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and Ruth Anne Beck, Lititz; two sons, James T. Nixon, Marietta, Ga.; and Richard Nixon, State College; one brother, Robert Nixon; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Family will receive friends Tuesday, 6 to 8 p.m., at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Services, 1034 Benner Pike, State College.
The funeral will be held Wednesday at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 208 W. Foster Ave., State College, at a time to be announced.
Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery in Wilkes-Barre.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pennsylvania SPCA, 2451 General Potter Highway, Centre Hall, PA 16828.
A guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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August 16, 2009
Doug, Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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Barb and Ray Hartman
August 13, 2009
Jim
You were such a kindhearted man, you will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Barb and Ray
Karol Brooks
August 12, 2009
Jim...you were such a dear, kind man and I will miss you very much. May you be with all the people you loved.. God bless and keep you. karol
August 12, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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Karen
August 12, 2009
My father and I enjoyed Jim's friendliness at the Harthside.
He always had a smile and friendly greeting for everyone.
I extend sympathy to his family and friends. Karen
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