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Thomas Lee Fix

1952 - 2025

Thomas Lee Fix obituary, 1952-2025, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

BORN

1952

DIED

2025

Thomas Fix Obituary

Thomas Lee Fix of Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif. passed away Friday, July 11, 2025 in Torrance, Calif. Tom was born in Columbus, Neb. to Felix Fix Jr. and JoAnn (Lassek) Fix. Tom moved to California in 1980, married and lived in the Los Angeles area until his passing.

In Columbus, Tom attended Platte Community College, and later earned a Master's Degree in Psychology Counseling. He worked for Children's Services for over 25 years before retiring in 2018.

Tom was a devoted family man, and was involved with his church community. He also volunteered with the Kiwanis Club to support children worldwide.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. PST on Friday, August 15 at Torrance First Baptist Church. Services will also be streamed live on the church website at www.tfbclife.org.

Tom is survived by his wife, Tobie Fix and his sister, Sheri Sinclair. Tom was predeceased by his parents and grandparents in Nebraska.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Columbus Telegram from Aug. 12 to Aug. 14, 2025.

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Elaine Siemek Sluder (Cousin)

August 15, 2025

After watching the beautiful Celebration of Life this morning I want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers Losing our loved ones leaves such a void and I am so sorry for your loss. Blessings especially to Tobie and Sheri.

Cheryl A Brandenburgh

August 15, 2025

To Tom's Family
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom. I remember family gatherings growing up. JoAnn was always very proud of Tom and Sheri. May you find peace in the legacy of serving others as Tom did with his life.

Barb Brenner Crooker

August 14, 2025

Tom and I went to St. Bonaventure Elementary School together. He was quiet, shy and didn't cause trouble.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb Brenner Crooker

Patti Conway

August 12, 2025

Tom will be missed as a great member of our Class of `70. Sending my sympathy, Patti Larsen Conway

Joe Bejvancesky

August 12, 2025

Ran around with Tom in School. Had a beautiful red Chevy. Rest in peace, Friend

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