Marvin Bixler, Sr.

March 25, 1933 - October 4, 2017

Marvin Bixler, Sr., age 84, of Bristol Borough, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Pottsville, PA to the late Roy and Bertha (Smith) Bixler. He and his wife raised their family in Bristol Borough where they lived for nearly 60 years. Marvin retired as a maintenance man with the Bucks County Parks and Recreation Department. He was a member of St. Mark Church for many years. he was also a member of St. Ann's Club (Bristol) and the American legion Post 960. Marvin was preceded in death by his sisters, Catherine Bixler and Barbara Hollenbach; brother, William Bixler, Sr.; infant daughter, Carol Ann; son, Robert Bixler, Sr., grandson Robert Robert Bixler, Jr.; and great grandson, Byron Nethery, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Shirley ( Devine) Bixler; daughter, KayAnn ( Bixler) Trammel; sons, Marvin "Jay" Bixler, Jr. (Judy), and Ken Bixler (Cindy); daughter in law, Debra ( White) Bixler; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Marvin is also reunited with his many friends from Dugan's Bar. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on October 10, 2017 from 1pm-2:30pm at Molden Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, located at 133 Otter St., Bristol, PA 19007. A funeral ceremony will begin at 2:30pm at the funeral home. Interment will be private. The family extends a special thank you to Chandler Hall Hospice Nurses. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Marvin's name to the American Cancer Society by visiting www.cancer.org. To sign the online guest book or send a condolence visit www.moldenfuneralchapel.com