November 8, 1946 - November 12, 2020
Danny Nixon was born November 8, 1946 in Enid to Don Leroy & Margaret (Kuhnemund) Nixon and passed away on November 12, 2020 in Enid.
Danny graduated from Maryville High School in Arizona. He attended Arizona State University. Danny was drafted to the Houston Astros and played with them for two years. Danny married Janet Kraft on September 3, 1983 in Enid. He worked at Farmland as a Maintenance Director for over twenty-four years and then retired. He enjoyed coaching the Enid Legion Baseball and EJRT. Danny’s first love in life was his family, kids and grandkids, as well as his animals, especially his dogs.
He was preceded in death by both of his parents and his brother, David.
Danny is survived by his wife, Janet Nixon; children, Stephanie Ford and Michelle Marshall; three grandchildren; and sister, Beverly Nixon.
At Danny’s request he is being cremated and there will be no services held. Cremation arrangements with Anderson-Burris Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences can be made to the family online at Andersonburris.com. Honored to be recognized nationally, the past 6 years, for the Pursuit of Excellence award. Because family matters, let us take care of yours. We are proud to own the only crematory in Garfield county and ensure your loved one receives the care and respect they deserve while never leaving our care. Visit 3002 N. Van Buren, Enid, OK 73703. Call: (580) 233-2700.
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