Jim is survived by his wife of 56 years, Karen (Laurin) Bixby. Together they raised four children: Todd (Dana) Bixby from Greencastle, PA; Doug (Carolyn) Bixby from North Attleboro, MA; Bob (Trish) Bixby from Woodbury, MN; and Jennifer (Jessica) Moulton-Bixby from Pittsfield, MA. He leaves behind nine grandchildren: Ethan, Katie, Laurin, Westcott, Kiersten, Andrew, Peyton, Taylor, and Alexa.
Jim was born on August 25, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Raymond and Doris Bixby, who preceded him in death. He was the oldest of three and leaves behind his brother Mark Bixby and sister Barbara Landau. Jim and Karen both graduated from Brush High School but officially met at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Most of his career was spent working for Sealed Air Corporation in sales management and corporate leadership. Jim and Karen moved around the country – living in Georgia, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Illinois -- as he served the growing company. They spent the last 30+ years living in Newtown, Connecticut.
Jim was an accomplished leader at Sealed Air Corporation, retiring as a vice president in 2006. He loved hiring and mentoring people within the company and was passionate about his work, as well as the relationships and connections he built throughout the years. Above all, he loved his family and was a huge support to his children and grandchildren. He coached their recreational sports teams and rarely missed a school game, play, concert, or activity. He was a member of various churches over the years around the country -- always joining churches he and Karen felt would be best for their family.
Jim and Karen spent many joy filled family vacations with their children in Ocean City, New Jersey; and with their children and grandchildren on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. An avid golfer, Jim enjoyed his membership at Newtown Country Club. He enjoyed playing “bridge” with members of the Danbury Men’s Club and new friends in Woodbury, MN – often playing online during the pandemic. He enjoyed fishing and especially loved the time he spent with his son Bob on the lakes near his home in Minnesota. He supported numerous charities and service organizations throughout the years. His passion for autism research was motivated by his love for his youngest granddaughter, Alexa.
A memorial service via Zoom is scheduled for Friday, February 12, at 4 pm (CST) / 5 pm (EST). Please click on the following link to join: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/4224870532. His son, Rev. Doug Bixby, will facilitate the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Organization for Autism Research (in memory of Jim Bixby) at 2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 401; Arlington VA 22201. Donations can also be made on their website: researchautism.org.
A private committal service will take place at a later date in Newtown, CT.
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