James Wesley aka “Jack” Black, 95, of Nixon, Texas, passed away on August 11, 2025. He was born on April 15, 1930, in Leesville, Texas, to Harvey Black and Ina O’Neal Black.
Jack married the love of his life, Joyce Young, on March 21, 1952. Together, they had four children. He loved deer hunting, fishing, and gardening, and was an avid fan of the Texas Longhorns and Dallas Cowboys. He worked at Exxon for over 42 years, working for Delbert Deason, then later, Earl Kenedy. He became manager of the full-service station, he later retired in December 1991.
He is survived by his children: Theresa Flores, James A Black (Mary), Beth Laqua (Louis), Timothy Black; 8 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jack is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce Young Black; grandson, Travis Jordan; granddaughter: Rosie Black; siblings: Wilburn Black, Sybel Muennink and Tony Black.
Visitation will be Thursday, August 14, 2025, 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Finch Funeral Chapel-Nixon, Texas.