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Helen Nixon
June 22, 1940 — June 6, 2026
Helen Nixon, 85, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on June 22, 1940 in the village of Mavromata, Evrytania, Greece. She was the daughter of the late Vasilios Georgiou and Theodosia Xistras Georgiou. She was the oldest of four, who grew up in a small village in 1940s and 50s trying to navigate life in those conditions, while also living through a civil war. In 1960, she married George Nixon and they moved to Charlotte, NC to start a new life. In 1961, they welcomed their son, Konstatine (Dino), and spent many years altogether making memories that will last a lifetime. Helen worked as a seamstress for over 40 years and made lifelong friendships with clients and coworkers. Whether she was at work or at home, she always had a positive attitude and worked hard at everything she did. She loved to spend her time cooking for loved ones, gardening, and being with her granddaughters. In 2025, her great-granddaughter, Anna, was born and she was the light of her life. She will forever be remembered for her good sense of humor, her generosity, and her devotion to her family.
Helen is survived by her son, Konstatine Nixon (Anna); granddaughters: Elina Labrakis, (Christos) and Marianna Costantini (Dominic); great granddaughter, Anna Labrakis; and many more loving family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, George Nixon; brothers: Nick and John Georgiou; sister, Elpida Papadimitriou; sisters-in-law: Ekaterini Georgiou and Eleni Ntallas; and nephew, Konstantinos Georgiou.
The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. with a service to be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 600 East Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28203. A graveside service will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 4426 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered in memory of Helen to Panagia Prousiotissa at Elatos Park.
May Her Memory Be Eternal.
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