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John B.
Nix
Nov 15, 1961 — Jan 14, 2025
Des Plaines
John B. Nix, aged 63, of Des Plaines, Illinois, passed away on January 14, 2025. Born on November 15, 1961, to the late John Nix and Barbara (nee Frana) Nix, John was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.
John had a passion for fishing on Lake Michigan and enjoyed bowling with his friends. He loved traveling across the country with his friend, Bob, assisting him in maintaining his racing motorcycles.
He is survived by his mother, Barbara, his brother Joe and sister-in-law Kathy, his niece Abigail, and nephew Andrew. He also leaves behind his uncles John and Jean Frana, Jerry and Linda Frana, Leonard and Margie Nix, and his cousins John and Faith Frana, Jeff and Mai Frana, and Jeremiah and Siwen.
A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 10:00 am until the time of service at 12:00 pm at G.L. Hills Funeral Home, 745 Graceland Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in John's name to a charity of your choice. Funeral care is provided by G.L. Hills Funeral Home and Cremation Center. For more information, please call 847-699-9003 or visit www.glhillsfuneralhome.com .
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