Biography: Wanda Yeargain Nixon, 78, of Little Rock died Wednesday, January 13, 2010. She was born on September 12, 1931 in Perryville, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Joe Yeargain and Ewing Nixon and friend George Sloan. Wanda was an all-star basketball player at Perryville High School which led to a lifelong affection for all sports. She enjoyed politics, particularly campaigning for her chosen candidate. She also enjoyed fundraising for her favorite charities. Wanda is survived by her two daughters, Shari Brennan (Carey) of Seattle, Washington and Vicki Williamson (Charley) of Springdale, Arkansas; five grandchildren, Taylor and Jennifer Brennan, Jimmy Kellensworth, Christy McNeil and Corey Williamson; three great-grandchildren, Jackson Kellensworth and Hunter and Addison McNeil. A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. today, Saturday, January 16, 2009 at Forest Hills Memorial Park with Rev. Johnny Jackson officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fallen Firefighters Association. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home. www.ruebelfuneralhome.com