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Robert Fix Obituary

WRIGHTSVILLE Robert L. Fix, 72, died Saturday January 26, 2013 at the York Hospital. He was the husband of Rubyann (Stambaugh) Fix. They were married for 50 years. Robert was born on September 21, 1940 in Stewartstown, a son of the late Charles S. and Doria P. (Clark) Fix. He retired as an inspector from Precision Components Corp., formerly Allis Chalmers. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He attended Shenberger's Chapel and was a member of the Pleasureville American Legion. He enjoyed building and working with flintlock muzzle loaders with his lifetime friend, Bill Amspacher. The Memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 9, 2013, at the Pleasant View Brethren in Christ Church, 434 E. Lancaster St., Red Lion, with the Rev. Ken Gibson officiating. The visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. at the church. Military honors will be presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard beginning at 2 p.m. at the church. In addition to his wife, Robert is also survived by a stepson, Gregory P. Joines; a stepdaughter, Joy J. Miller; two sons, Robert P. Fix, husband of Doreen, and Wade L. Fix, all of York; four grandchildren, Joseph Frantz, Joell Miller, Dillon Fix and Katie Fix; two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Charles F. Fix and William N. Fix; and two sisters, Norma J. Vaught and Joan E. Jones. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View Brethren in Christ Church, 434 E. Lancaster St., Red Lion, PA 17356. Arrangements entrusted to the John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 902 Mt. Rose Ave., York. KefferFH.com

Published by York Daily Record on Jan. 29, 2013.
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My sincere condolences

Karen Strine

February 2, 2013

Joy, so sorry for the loss to your family. Prayers and strength during this sorrowful time.

Ronna and Philip Reed

January 31, 2013

Aunt Ruby, Bobby and Wade, thinking of you all and remembering so many good times when we were younger. Uncle Bob will forever live in our hearts.

Amber Krieg

January 30, 2013

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Ron King

January 30, 2013

To the Fix family. We are sorry to hear of your loss and are praying that God will continue to give you comfort and peace.

PCC Prayer Group

January 29, 2013

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