Elizabeth Mae (Barron) Nix died peacefully on June 27th at 4:30 PM surrounded by her son Kerry Nix, daughter Sharen Nix-Beaulieu, and daughter-in-law Colleen Nix.
Elizabeth had been widowed 15 years prior as her husband Leon Dennis Nix had passed away in 2010.
Elizabeth was 81 years old, born in 1943 in Clarksville TN. Her parents moved to Cornelia when she was very young. Her parents went on to become well-regarded and beloved members of the community. Mr. John Barron was a Habersham County deputy sheriff, shop teacher, and long-time security guard at Habersham High School. Ms. Evelyn Barron was an English teacher.
Elizabeth worked for over 20 years at Scovill Fasteners. She had a similar tenure at Walmart where many people would recognize her from the photo lab or customer returns. Many of her coworkers, colleagues, and friends will know the passing is a huge loss due to her loving nature, giving spirit, servant’s heart, and talents as an amazing cook.
At the time of her passing, Elizabeth was residing in Gainesville where she was loved by the staff at the location. Many of whom came to pray and share the family’s grief and loss of her passing. The loss of Elizabeth Nix is felt by family, friends, and acquaintances as she is warmly remembered by all who knew her and were blessed by the association.
Elizabeth is survived by her daughter and husband, Sharen and Marc Beaulieu, their 4 children: Vincent, Giovanna and Jake, Alex, and Gisele. She is also survived by her son and wife Kerry and Colleen Nix, their 3 children and spouses: Jared (with wife Cathy), Brandon (with wife Danille), and Sasha Rowland. In addition, Elizabeth has 6 great-grandchildren: Kendall, Ollie, Elara, Freya, Marlee, and Baylee. She is also survived by her “little brother” Bill Barron of Clarkesville.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 12, 2025, at The Bridge Church, 607 Hulsey Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528 (706) 219-2857
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.