Birth date: Dec 25, 1934 Death date: Oct 15, 2017
Edward V. Nix, Sr., 82 Lakeland – Mr. Edward “Eddie” V. Nix, Sr passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2017. He was born in Lakeland and has been a lifelong resident. Eddie was a graduate of the University of Florida with a B.S.A. an Read Obituary
Eddie was the most fortunate of men. To have a wife,four children, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren who loved him dearly is more than most men are granted in this life time. My memories of Eddie go back to ninth grade. He was a friendly, tough little guy who could lick anyone twice his size.....and did so on occassion. Small in stature, but large in heart and loyalty to his friends, among which I proudly count myself.
We lost track of one another over the years because I moved around so much in my Air Force career as a pilot and later with United Airlines, seldom retuning to my home town..
We restored our old friendship recently at one of the reunions of LHS Class of '53. It did my heart good to see him and reminisce about our old times together, running in gym class around Lake Wire, riding his horse, and just hanging out. We watched an LHS football game together during the reunion and played catch up about our families and careers. I wouldn't trade anything for those moments of renewed friendship and am saddened because there won't be any more until we are all united with friends and families and follow Eddie to join our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Happy trails Eddie!
Bill Porter
dear LINDA and kids a word of joy love ya*ll most dearly cousin BOBBY HUFF.
I have so many fond memories of my cousin Eddie I couldn't count them all .Both of us along with my brother Bobby growing up through our pre teen and teen age years up to adults with families.
Along with my family, we wish to convey our deepest sympathy to Linda and their family.
We pray for your peace and comfort in these sad and difficult times ahead.
May God bless you all. Charles Nix and family.
