John Franklin Rixey

1854–1907 (age 53)

U.S. Congressman

Biography

John Franklin Rixey served as a U.S. Congressman with a calm determination to do what was right for his constituents. He worked to bridge divides, focusing on the practical needs of the nation while keeping an open ear to the voices of the people.

Laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, he is remembered as a thoughtful legislator who valued dialogue, justice, and the dignity of public service.

Also buried at Fairview Cemetery

Rebecca Lee Crumpler
1831–1895 (age 64)
Fairview Cemetery
Rebecca Lee Crumpler was a pioneering African American physician who lived from 1831 to 1895.
Mervin C. Stanley
1857–1907 (age 50)
Fairview Cemetery
Mervin C. Stanley lived from 1857 to 1907 and was buried in Fairview Cemetery.
Emil August Schneider
1886–1955 (age 69)
Fairview Cemetery
Emil August Schneider (1886–1955) hailed from Bielefeld and was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery.
Paul F. Iams
1915–2004 (age 89)
Fairview Cemetery
Paul F. Iams (1915–2004) founded the Iams pet food company and is buried at Fairview Cemetery.
William F. Gable
1856–1921 (age 65)
Fairview Cemetery
William F. Gable was an Upper Uwchlan Township resident who lived from 1856 to 1921 and was buried at Fairview Cemetery.
Pauline Schneider
1881–1932 (age 51)
Fairview Cemetery
Pauline Schneider (1881–1932) hailed from Bielefeld and rests at Fairview Cemetery.

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Albert E. Austin
1877–1953 (age 76)
Ferncliff Cemetery
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