With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Stephen M. Bixler (Harrison, Ohio), born in Akron, Ohio, who passed away on December 22, 2019 at the age of 67. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, David Bixler and Dona Bixler. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Bixler; his daughter Kerry Rigabar; his grandchildren, McKenzie, Maddison and T. J. Rigabar; his sisters, Jodi Kline (Kip), Terri Farrow, Pam Rhoads (Bill), Cheryl Romeo (Doug) and Nancy DeWalt (Floyd); and his siblings-in-law, Barbara Swadener (David) and Robert Thornton (Kaye). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.

The family asks that in Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ed Eiding Food Pantry, 150 Dahlia, Cincinnati, OH 45233 or to any Animal Shelter of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Brater-Winter Funeral Homes

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December 28, 2019

Nance DeWalt lit a candle

“You were the greatest brother a girl could ask for. My heart is broken! You and Daddy can race together again, run her wide open! See ya around💔”

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December 25, 2019

Scott Hadsell wrote a sympathy message

“I am deeply saddened to hear of Steve's passing. Steve was a great friend and a wonderful mentor in my life. I couldn't ask for such a better person. He was like a father figure to me. I enjoyed the years spent helping him on the #51 sprint car and going to the races. He will truly be missed! Sue and I send our deepest condolences and prayers to the Bixler family! Love Scott and Sue hadsell”

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