DANIEL BIRR

Daniel G. “Chippy” Birr, age 62, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born on February 12, 1958 to the late Gaylord and Mary Birr. Chippy proudly worked at Kimberly Clark for 41 years before retiring. He was a person that was always on the go and tough to keep up with. Chippy was always putsing on something and could fix anything. He loved riding his Harley, gardening, playing pool, and restoring his '67 Chevelle. Chippy had a passion for classic cars and always looked forward to the Iola Car Show. Chippy felt most comfortable at home with his family and taking care of his home, especially when landscaping. He married the love of his life Sara Huolihan later in life and was blessed with the time they shared together. He was loved dearly by his family and friends and will be greatly missed.

Chippy is survived by his wife, Sara Huolihan-Birr; children: Daniel G. (Heather) Birr, Jr., Markus (Marisa) Birr, Tiffany (fiancé Jordan Roskom) Birr, and Brianna (David) Biggs; step-children: Douglas Madel, Danielle Huolihan, and Colin Huolihan; grandchildren: Landon, Logan, Aiden, Addison, Parker, Gideon, and a future granddaughter coming December 24^th; sisters, Elly (Charles) Fritsch and Darcy (Howard) Seroogy; mother-in-law, Dorothy Mueller; cat, Iola; dogs, Buc, Bambi, and Taz; along with many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Nancy Remmel.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm  with a remembrance ceremony at 6:30 pm on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Chippy and Sara 's home, W347 Tri-County Road, Fremont. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established.

Chippy's family would like to give a warm thank you to Joann, Brad and Karen, Jeff, Tim and Mel, along with many others for all their help during this difficult time.