Don L. Chessher, age 63, of Nixon, died November 13, 2013 in San Antonio. He was born October 23, 1950 in Gonzales to Donald E. and Dorothy Kathleen (Sikes) Chessher. Don is preceded in death by his parents and a brother Randall (Randy) Chessher. Don was a former Mayor of the City of Nixon, and a member of the Nixon Lion’s Club and the Republican Party. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Combs) Chessher, of Nixon; his children: Chris Chessher and wife Katie of Dripping Springs; Scott Chessher and wife Tina of Cedar Park; Michelle Miller and husband Stephen of San Antonio; Lisa Goodwin and husband Chad of San Antonio; Danny Henslee and wife Mistey of New Braunfels; Jeff Henslee and wife Laura of Canyon Lake; Joe Henslee and wife Lora of New Braunfels; 20 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; as well as numerous nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Viewing and visitation will be held Friday, Nov. 15th from 4 PM – 8 PM at Finch Funeral Chapel of Nixon. The funeral service will be held at Finch Chapel on Saturday, Nov. 16th at 10:00 AM with the Rev. Michael Cowey officiating. Burial will follow at the Nixon Cemetery. Pallbearers: Chris Chessher, Scott Chessher, Danny Henslee, Jeff Henslee, Joe Henslee and Ronny Mangum. Memorial contributions may be made to Passion for Paws Memorial Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 175, Nixon, TX 78140.

Arrangements by Finch Funeral Chapel, LLC, of Nixon (830) 582-1521.

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