Rev. Robert Lee Nix, age 76, of Knoxville, passed away January 24, 2021 at his home. He was a member of Rockford Baptist Church and a retired over the road truck driver. He was a veteran of the US Army for eight years. Preceded in death by parents, Robert G. and Quilla Jane Nix and wife, Jewell Ruth Nix; son-in-laws, Martin House and Brian LaForest.
Robert is survived by wife of 36 years, Shirley Jean Nix; sons Robert Eugene (Martha) Mullins, John William (Amie) Mullins, Melvin Reece (Jackie) Hood, David Lee (Sheila) Nix, Darell Ray (Pam) Nix, Ralph Mullins; daughters, Janet LaForest, Connie (Eddie) Hall, Pam House, and Gloria (Tracy) Meader. 22 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
The family will receive friends in the chapel of Berry Funeral home, Thursday, January 28, 2021 from 5 to 7 pm with a celebration of life service at 7 pm. Rev. Sammy Thomas officiating. Family and friends will meet at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, Monday, February 8, 2021 at 12:30 pm for interment services with full military honors. Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920 www.berryfuneralhome.com
