Denny J. Bixler (November 1, 1940 – June 19, 1981) was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Following his legislative career, he became a radio station owner and executive."Denny J. Bixler, 40; ex-state legislator." Allentown, Pennsylvania: The Morning Call, June 21, 1981, p. C20 (subscription required).
Formative years and family Born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on November 1, 1940, Bixler attended the University of Pittsburgh. Married to Beverly (Bainbridge) Bixler, he was the father of two."Denny Bixler, former legislator." Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: The Philadelphia Inquirer, June 21, 1981, p. 6B (subscription required).
Public service career In 1968, Bixler was elected as a Democrat to the Pennsylvania House of Representative in a Special Election, and represented Blair County. He was reelected and served three additional terms. In 1974, he ran for a seat in the Pennsylvania State Senate, but was defeated by Robert Jubelirer."Denny Bixler Dies at 40." Lebanon, Pennsylvania: The Daily News, June 21, 1981, p. 5D (subscription required).
Radio career Following his departure from the Pennsylvania Legislature, Bixler became the owner and general manager of WVAM Radio in Altoona. He subsequently became the general manager of WJAC Radio in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, after selling WVAM.Well Known Denny Bixler Dies of Cancer." Huntingdon, Pennsylvania: The Daily News, June 20, 1981, p. 2 (subscription required).
Illness, death and interment Bixler died from cancer-related complications at the Altoona Hospital (now UPMC Altoona) in Altoona, Pennsylvania on June 19, 1981."Well Known Denny Bixler Dies of Cancer," The Daily News, June 20, 1981.
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