Charles Ware Nixon, Jr., M.D.
Published 3:09 pm Wednesday, April 9, 2025
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Charles Ware Nixon, Jr., M.D.. was lassoed by Jesus and hauled to Heaven on April 5, 2025.
He lived a full and colorful life, and by the Lord’s kindness, he’s now in the saddle again chasing “cattle on a thousand hills” (Psalm 50:10).
Chuck was preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Taylor Nixon Mast, and her passing impacted him greatly.
He is survived by Carolyn Virginia Huie Nixon, his adoring wife (married 59 years); Bradley S. Mast (Amy’s widower; Josh and Joy); his son, Mark Huie Nixon (wife Leah E. Nixon; Kyleigh Faith and Cade); and his two sisters, Sara T. Nixon and Ellen N. Hopkins, both of whom graciously endured many a prank with long-suffering, steadfast hearts.
Born in 1944 to Charles W. Nixon, Sr. and Sara Edith Taylor Nixon, Chuck completed undergraduate studies at LaGrange College, then attended the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.
Following residency training in Dallas, TX, Chuck practiced as a general surgeon in Sarasota, FL, and former colleagues esteemed his clinical acumen.
Beyond the physical care he provided to his patients, he is remembered for being in the service of The Great Physician, influencing so many with spiritual guidance. Chuck also served as an elder with Church of the Open Door, a gathering of believers which met weekly in his Sarasota home for 15+ years. In the waning days of his life, an outpouring of appreciation came from many who were profoundly impacted by Chuck, and the manner in which he influenced them in the name of his Saviour.
Chuck was an avid outdoorsman, and one who loved the wild places of Florida.
His many adventures over land and sea richly inspired his legacy as a master storyteller, and each tale got taller as the years progressed. Chuck enjoyed country music, and the lyric imagery of George Strait’s “Cowboy Rides Away” aptly depicts the way he galloped off into the sunset.
No services are scheduled at this time. Per Chuck’s request, and in lieu of flowers, a nod to his memory may be best honored with loving correspondence sent to Ginny.