H. Richard Gix
H. Richard Gix, 70 of Prospect died unexpectedly Friday, March 28, 2008 at his home. He was born July 28, 1937 in Marion to the late Harold W. and Ruth Alice (Mehaffey) Gix.
He was a member of Prospect United Methodist Church. Richard graduated from Prospect High School in 1956 where he was very active in all sports and FFA. A lifetime farmer, he also worked for Whirlpool in Marion and retired from Glenwood Range Co. in Delaware. He was an avid Ohio State football and basketball fan. He loved to travel and took great pride in raising his sheep.
He is survived by a brother, Donald Joseph Gix, Prospect; his former wife, Dianne Lawrence, Westerville; and cousins. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Joseph Gix.
A private family graveside will take place at a later date. The family is being assisted by Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Prospect.
Memorial gifts may be made to Project Faith, c/o Prospect United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 6, Prospect, OH 43342
Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballingerfuneralhome.com.
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