Donald Lee Bixler

Donald Lee Bixler, 81, of Vienna, OH, passed away at 10:20am, Saturday, May 14, 2011 at his home. Mr. Bixler was born in New Castle, PA on April 9, 1930, a son of the late Clarence E. and Mildred L. (Camerron) Bixler. Following high school, Don served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and received the following citations including the Japan Occupational Medal, Korean Service Medal, RKP Unit Citation, and the Good Conduct Medal. He returned home and went on to marry the former Ida Mae Glaxner on November 28, 1953 with whom he would share more than fifty-seven years of marriage and three children. Don worked for the Ohio Edison Power Plant in Niles, OH as a maintenance supervisor for more than forty-two years before his retirement in 1990. Throughout his life he enjoyed spending time collecting coins, and in his earlier years camping, hunting, golfing, and being outdoors. He was also known for being an avid fan of the Cleveland Indians as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers. He will be sadly missed by his wife Ida, two daughters April L. Bixler-Robey and her husband Scott of Baltimore, MD, and Renee Bixler of Vienna, OH, his brother Jack Bixler and his wife Gloria of Mount Jackson, PA, two grandchildren Jacie Palumbo and Daniel Tricker, and three great-grandchildren Matthew, Cailia, and Sophia Palumbo. He was preceded in death by his parents, and beloved son Donald L. Bixler Jr. According to Don's wishes, no calling hours or services will be held. Madasz Funeral Chapel, Brookfield handled the arrangements. Family & Friends can send condolences to www.lanefuneralhomes.com.