June 24, 1949 ~ January 20, 2026 (age 76)
David Lamar Nix, affectionately known as David to all who knew him, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at the age of 76, in Lanett, Alabama, not far from where his story began in Langdale, Alabama, on June 24, 1949. Born to the late Jack Spears Nix and Barbara Nix, David’s early life in the tranquil landscapes of Alabama fostered his lifelong passions for nature and the simplicity of the outdoors. These passions were emblematic of the kind spirit that David was known for, a trait that made him a cherished figure in his community.
David spent his formative years roaming the fields and woodlands of his birthplace, developing an affinity for bird watching that stayed with him throughout his life. His sharp eye for the vibrant, avian world around him matched the careful attention he gave to the people in his life — always observant, always present. David’s love did not stop at feathered creatures; his nurturing nature extended to the earth itself. Friends and neighbors often spotted him with hands in the soil, lovingly tending to his garden and fruit trees, which stood as a testament to his patience and care.
Those who had the pleasure of knowing David will remember him as the embodiment of kindness, a man whose gentle demeanor and generous spirit left a lasting imprint on all whose paths he crossed. His laughter and lightheartedness were constant reminders of the joy found in life’s simplest pleasures.
David is lovingly remembered by his sisters, Janice Nix and Brenda Nix, and brother, Larry Nix. His family finds comfort in knowing he has been welcomed into the loving arms of his parents in the afterlife. His departure leaves behind a legacy of kindness that will continue to blossom in the gardens he so tenderly cultivated and in the hearts of those who loved him.
David’s journey through life was a path paved with moments of quiet joy, shared generously with all who accompanied him along the way. As the sun sets on his time with us, we look to the skies with gratitude for the beauty he showed us in the simplicity of nature — a fitting tribute to a man who found and shared peace in the gentle rustling of leaves and the soft songs of the birds he so admired.
In honoring David Lamar Nix’s memory, let us not forget to pause, breathe, and appreciate the natural wonders that brought him so much contentment. Farewell, kind soul, until we meet again amidst the eternal beauty you’ve always cherished.
Graveside services for David will be held on Friday, January 23rd, 2025, at 11:00 AM (EST) at Oakwood cemetery in Lanett. David’s family will receive friends Thursday evening at the funeral home from 6:00 – 8:00 PM (EST).
Please visit David’s Memorial Tribute page at www.johnsonbrownservicefh.com to leave a kind word for his family, to share a memory of David, or to light a Remembrance Candle in his memory.
Johnson Brown-Service Funeral Home of Valley directing.
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