Samuel Henry Nix, Jr.

In Loving Memory of Samuel Henry Nix, Jr.

Samuel Henry Nix, Jr. was born on June 16, 1951, in Dallas, Texas, to Betty Ruth Sellers Nix and Samuel Henry Nix Sr. He passed away on October 17, 2026, in Athens, Texas, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, friendships, and a legacy built through hard work, determination, and a personality that was truly one of a kind.

Samuel accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at the age of 10 at Valley Wood Baptist Church. He was also a member of Crestview Baptist Church.

The Man He Was

Samuel was a complicated and intense man, but he was also loving, loyal, and the life of the party. A friend to everybody, he welcomed people into his home and had a gift for conversation. He attended school in Irving, Texas, for all 12 years, graduating from Irving High School in 1969 at just 17 years old. He later attended Mountain View Junior College. With his charm and gift of gab, family fondly joked that he dated every pretty girl at Irving High School. In the summer of 1968, he met Lois Cox, and they married on January 3, 1970. They welcomed their son, Samuel Henry Nix III, known as Trey, in 1972, and their daughter, Kimberly Kristina Nix, in 1974. Later in life, Sam met Mary McCown, his longtime companion and love for over 30 years. Their relationship was built on trust and loyalty, and Sam absolutely adored “His Mary.”

A Life Built Through Hard Work

Samuel began his working life at Taylor Publishing and soon afterward went to work for Consolidated Freightways. While working there, he began pouring concrete on the side, taking on smaller projects such as patios and driveways. He kept both jobs until he felt established enough to strike out on his own. He founded Nix Construction Company, and his gift of gab, determination, and outgoing personality helped him build a business and reputation throughout Irving, Texas. Starting with concrete work for residential developments, he expanded into commercial construction during a period of tremendous growth. He became a successful businessman whom many in the community knew and admired.

A Love of Horses and the Outdoors

Samuel had horses throughout his life and loved to ride. Horses, especially racehorses, were a lifelong passion. He owned and boarded horses, and those who knew him understood how much they meant to him. He also loved playing baseball and spending time outdoors.

A Place at the Lake

Samuel loved going to the lake, especially Lake Athens, where he enjoyed water skiing, fishing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends. Whether he was riding horses, out on the water, or welcoming people into his home, he found joy in the experiences and friendships that made his life uniquely his own.

Samuel was preceded in death by his parents, Betty Ruth Sellers Nix and Samuel Henry Nix Sr.

Survivors

He is survived by his longtime companion, Mary McCown, with whom he shared more than 30 years; his son, Trey Nix, whose birth name is Samuel Henry Nix III; his daughter, Kimberly Kristina Nix; his sister, Vickie Beatty; and his beloved grandchildren, Austin Nix, Nicholas Hernandez Nix, Madison Nix, Noah Nix, and Ella Vaughan.

His Legacy

Samuel leaves behind a legacy that cannot be measured by business success alone. He will be remembered for his determination, loyalty, love of horses, passion for the outdoors, and the friendships he built throughout his life. He was a man who worked hard, welcomed others into his home, and made room for people in his world.

He was one of a kind. He was a friend to everybody. And he will never be forgotten by those who knew and loved him.

May he rest in peace.