(Former Bryan Tree Commissioner)
Phil Donald Fix, age 87, of Bryan, Ohio passed away late Saturday evening, October 5, 2024, peacefully at his home. He worked the Ohio Art Company for 48 years, retiring as a foreman and served as Bryan Tree Commissioner for over 20 years.
During his younger years, Phil was a very competitive basketball player. He spent many weekends umpiring men’s and women’s softball for over 40 years. He was a life member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and a member of Faith United Methodist Church, where he coached the church softball team for several years.
He always enjoyed watching his kids and grandkids participate in sports and other activities during his later years.
Phil Donald Fix was born March 27, 1937, in Pioneer, Ohio, the son of Donald E. and Nora H. (Yoder) Fix. He married Peggy Lynn Weber on September 10, 1966, and she survives.
Phil is also survived by his sons, Ryan (Jennifer) Fix, of Sylvania, Ohio and Christopher (Cheryl) Fix, of Perrysburg, Ohio and his three grandchildren, Katelyn, Evan and Alex Fix. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Gale Fix.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 11:00am-1:00pm at Krill Funeral Home, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan, Ohio. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 pm with Pastor Eric Dailey officiating. Burial will follow at Fountain Grove Cemetery, Bryan with graveside military rites presented by the combined Bryan VFW/American Legion Honor Detail and the US Army Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial denotations to the Bryan Parks and Recreation for planting of trees. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence, please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com.