George Allen Bixler, age 64, of Hegins, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at his residence.

He was born on Wednesday, October 8, 1952, in Hubley Twp, a son of the late Bruce L Bixler and the late Alverta R Mace Bixler.

He was a 1970 graduate of Tri-Valley High School .

He was a was a self employed poultry farmer. In the past he had operated heavy equipment at several area strip mines.

He was a member of the Pa Farm Bureau and the Schuylkill County Chamber of Commerce.

George enjoyed farming with his son and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Kathy L Blyler Bixler, to whom he was married for 38 years.

He is also survived by two daughters, Jennifer L Ruch and her husband Travis of Dalmatia, Lindsay K Dansavage and her husband Jason of Spring Glen; a son, Andrew R Bixler and his wife Mary of Sacramento; three granddaughters, Callie, Kayliah, and Paige; three grandsons, Blake, Reilly, and Tyler; a grand dog, Bo Bo; two brothers, Don E Bixler and Steven B Bixler both of Hegins; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at the Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, on Saturday, December 17, 2016, at 11:00 am, with Rev Donald Mason officiating.

A viewing was held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, Pennsylvania Division, P.O. Box 897, Hershey PA 17033.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com .