RIP Bill Nix

[Bill Rayburn]

I am very sad to say that a long time friend and hobby running mate, Bill Nix, has passed. He died Sunday while he and his wife were vacationing in Florida. He was not a member of this forum but several will remember him as one of "The Three Bill's" from the National Sports Collectors Conventions. He was the quiet one of the bunch. He, Bill Kopperud and myself along with another friend, David Sykes, looked forward each year to getting together with our many friends on Tuesday night prior to the opening of the Convention. Over the years Bill collected Bobble Heads, Vintage Boxed Games, Advertising, Vintage Bats and Equipment. Most important of all he was an all around "Good Guy" and will be missed greatly.

"The Three Bill's Sporting Goods" plan to continue in the future with Bill Nix always with us in spirit.

[MGHPro]

Hey Bill
I’m so sorry to hear that . Bill is a great guy who I will sorely miss . Sending thoughts and prayers to the Nix , Kopperud and Rayburn families .
Matt

[uniship]

Rest In Peace good sir.

[mrreality68]

Agreed Rest In Peace and our prayers are with the family

[GaryPassamonte]

I'm so sorry, Bill.

[perezfan]

This is very sad, and my condolences to Bill's family and friends. He was such a kind and friendly man, and I will miss seeing him at the future Nationals.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Bill's wife, family and friends. RIP Bill.

[jpop43]

Such sad news, Bill...so very sorry to hear this. My condolences to his family and many friends.

Jonathan

[cmoore330]

Sorry for your loss, Bill. Praying for all of you.

[murphusa]

God Bless

[yanks4]

Hey Bill...So sorry to hear about this. Yes his spirit will continue to be at future Nationals. May God bless him and his family during this very difficult time.

Marty

[Hankphenom]

Condolences. It's always sad to hear about another member of the old guard passing from the scene. Try to think of how lucky you were to have him in your life, and all the great memories that has left you.

[Lou Criscione]

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our good friend Bill. We don't think we've ever met a kinder more soft-spoken soul than Bill. The hobby has lost a truly wonderful man. Our condolences go out to Bill's family and friends.

Rest in Peace - my friend.
Lou & John
Inside the Park Collectibles

[Bill Rayburn]

I would like to thank everyone who has posted condolences on the forum and also reached out through other avenues. I will certainly share these messages with the rest of the "Three Bill's" group and especially his family. His wife will recognize many of the names and the stories associated with them.

[Bball55]

Billie Joe,
Thanks for posting. He is missed.
Dave

[autograf]

Just saw this Bill and am very sad to hear of Billy's passing. Always remember hanging out with you all and him and his always smiling face and some of his funny buttons over the years. RIP to him and prayers to his family and to his travel buddies. Tough losing one of the group for sure.